Town Administrator

The Town of Whitman seeks qualified candidates for the position of Town Administrator. The Town Administrator serves as an Agent of the Select Board. The Town Administrator executes the Select Board's policies and oversees daily Town operations as outlined in the position's job description.


Core Responsibilities Include:

• Board Relations - Advise the Board on policy issues and implement decisions.
• Financial Management - Prepare annual budgets, manage grant administration, and oversees procurement.
• Personnel Leadership - Serve as Personnel Director, supervise several department heads, negotiate union contracts, and handle labor relations.
• Public Relations - Serve as the primary liaison between town departments, residents, and local businesses.

• Experience - Five plus years of progressively responsible experience in municipal management or public administration.
• Education - Bachelor's degree in public administration, or related field plus a minimum of five years' experience, or any equivalent combination of education training, certification, and experience.
• Knowledge - Strong, analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Understanding of Municipal law (e.g., M.G.L. Chapter 30B for procurement) and town meeting procedures.

• Salary Range $167,000 to $177,000
• Benefits - Comprehensive municipal benefits, including health insurance, life, dental, vision, and retirement plan (Plymouth County Retirement).