Middletown Township, Bucks County, PA, (population 46,000) seeks an exceptional and experienced professional to serve as its next Township Manager.
The Township Manager serves as the chief administrative officer and is appointed by a five-member Board of Supervisors who serve staggered six-year terms. The Manager is a highly visible leader responsible for implementing policies, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring effective municipal services.
The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and collaborative leader who fosters teamwork and engagement with staff, elected officials, and the community. Approachable and diplomatic, this person will be able to navigate complex issues with professionalism and will balance varying personalities with ease. As an ego-less leader, they will prioritize the township’s best interests, making sound decisions that enhance services, strengthen relationships, and promote long-term success.
Qualifications:
- Proven leadership in municipal management with a track record of integrity, stewardship, and responsiveness.
- Demonstrated and verifiable experience developing, managing, and balancing an annual operating and capital expenditure budget of similar complexity to the Township’s is required.
- Ability to analyze and resolve issues with innovation and creativity.
- Demonstrated success in labor relations, contract negotiations, and effective governance.
- Bachelor’s degree in public/business administration, finance, planning, or a related field. Master’s degree in public or business administration or a closely related field is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years as a municipal manager, assistant manager, or senior executive with operational and financial oversight experience.
Competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with knowledge, skills, abilities, qualifications, and experience. The final candidate’s hire is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check/verification
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Full brochure for this position is available at
www.middletownbucks.org.
Applicants should submit cover letter, resume and salary history in one document to Roseann McGrath at
Roseann@rmcgrathconsulting.com. This position is open until filled, with the first review of applicants no later than April 14, 2025.
Middletown Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.