Assistant Town Administrator

The town of Montague, Massachusetts (pop. 8,580), seeks qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Town Administrator. Montague is a dynamic community of five villages nestled along the Connecticut River in the upper Pioneer Valley. Under the general direction of the Town Administrator, the Assistant Town Administrator provides professional management for the town, including the planning, management, and administration of programs and initiatives. Core activities will regularly include the development of strategic plans, grant-making, contract management, procurement, hiring and management of vendors and contractors, and administrative process management; as well as inter-departmental coordination and management of assigned special projects and departments.

Minimum credentials include a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of five years of experience working in a closely related municipal role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The town seeks an exemplary candidate with a thorough knowledge of principles and practices of community and economic development, public procurement, state and federal grant-making, project management, regulations and statutes applicable to the work of the position. Candidates with skills in human resources, finance, or project management are encouraged to apply. They will be proficient with software and technology tools suitable to the position. They will be highly collaborative in their approach to work.

Salary starts at $91,770. Workweek is Monday through Thursday, 37.5 hours/week, with frequent evening and Friday obligations. The town of Montague is committed to a collaborative team environment and competitive benefits. A job description is available at www.montague-ma.gov. Target start date is June 17.

For priority review, please submit resume and cover letter by April 18 to: Wendy Bogusz, Montague Selectboard Executive Assistant, WendyB@montague-ma.gov.

EEO/AA employer.