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Town Administrator, Town of Allendale

Job Category
Administration
Employee Status
Full Time
Position Hours
8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, some afternoons and some weekends
Job Duties

Supervise town staff and individuals who provide serviced to the town. Oversee town departments, projects, and contracts. Prepare agendas, participate in all town council meetings, draft and implement town council resolutions, ordinances, and policies.

Respond to complaints, concerns, and suggestions from residents and business owners. Work with outside agencies and organizations where possible. Provide council with information, guidance, and leadership in matters of policy.

Actively investigate federal, state, and county grants, shared services, and funding. Prepare necessary applications upon town council approval. Prepare the town's annual budget, execute the budget upon adoption, and monitor the financial condition of the town. Promote a positive image of the town throughout the town. Participate with appropriate community organizations and activities.

Qualifications

A minimum of two years progressively responsible local government experience is required. Supervisory experience is highly desired. Town Council is willing to consider any combination of skills, education, and experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the position's duties, and responsibilities. Must submit to background checks, and drug screens.

A bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration. or a related field is required. A master's degree is desirable. Residency in the town is preferred but not required. Town Council prefers the next Town Administrator possess competencies in the following areas: Organization and staff development, human resources management, economic and community development, planning, zoning, and codes enforcement, finance, accounting and budget management, and familiarity with public works operations.

Town Council is seeking an individual who is approachable, able to build consensus among staff, Council, and stakeholders. The administrator should be involved and visible within the community, have superb communication skills, the ability to navigate difficult situations, and strong analytical skills.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three professional references via email to: 

lhfitts@townofallendalesc.us or mayorgentle@townofallendalesc.us

Deadline
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Town of Allendale is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, handicap, disability, or status as a Vietnam era veteran.