Assistant Town Manager

Town of Wayland; Wayland (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Wayland is seeking an experienced Assistant Town Manager to provide high-level leadership and broad administrative support across Town government in accordance with the Town Charter and applicable laws. The role involves coordinating departments, managing significant initiatives, and acting as Town Manager in their absence.

Ideal candidates will be strategic, well-organized, and collaborative, with strong communication skills for residents and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or related field.
• At least five years of progressively responsible municipal/public-sector management experience.
• Master’s degree in Public Administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides broad administrative and operational support to the Town Manager.
• Leads and coordinates across Town departments and works on Town-wide initiatives.
• Serves as Acting Town Manager in the Town Manager’s absence.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or related field

Master’s Degree in Public Administration or related field preferred

Job description

The Town of Wayland is seeking an experienced and collaborative municipal leader to serve as its next Assistant Town Manager. This is a senior-level management position that provides broad administrative and operational support to the Town Manager and works across Town government to promote effective, efficient, and responsive municipal services.

Working under the general direction of the Town Manager, the Assistant Town Manager assists in the overall administration of Town government in accordance with the Town Charter, bylaws, and applicable state and federal laws. The position provides leadership and coordination across assigned municipal departments, manages significant Town-wide initiatives and special projects, and serves as Acting Town Manager in the Town Manager’s absence.

The successful candidate will be a strategic, highly organized, and collaborative professional who can effectively navigate complex municipal issues, build productive relationships with department heads and boards and committees, communicate effectively with residents and stakeholders, and translate organizational priorities into successful initiatives. For a full job description, please visit https://tinyurl.com/psa57yyc

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field; and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal or public-sector management, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree in Public Administration or a related field is preferred.

Special Requirements or Certifications:

• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License required.
• Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO) certification is highly preferred and must be obtained within one year of hire.