Deputy Town Manager – Development & Housing

Town of Lexington; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 138,295 - 156,307; Full time

Job summary

Town of Lexington seeks an Assistant Town Manager for Development to lead land use, housing, and permitting initiatives. The role coordinates policy, works with Town Counsel on litigation, and guides long-term planning to align with town goals.

The position requires a Master's degree with executive management experience in a multi-division department, AICP certification, and a Massachusetts driver’s license, with a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree plus executive-level management in a multi-division department.
• 7–10 years in municipal planning, land use, housing, or development.
• AICP certification and MA driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Develops long- and short-term policies and programs to coordinate the Town's land use, planning, and permitting.
• Collaborates with the Town Manager and acts as liaison to Town Counsel on land use and litigation issues.
• Formulates and implements strategies to advance housing and zoning initiatives for boards and committees.
• Oversees Affordable Housing initiatives, including the Affordable Housing Trust and related grants.
• Oversees major policy initiatives; analyzes problems, projects consequences, and recommends actions.
• Prepares, presents, and monitors the department's annual budget and manages grant applications.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder relations

Communication

MS Office

GIS

Public engagement

Education

Master's degree

Executive management experience

AICP certification

Massachusetts driver's license

Tools

MS Office

GIS

Job description

Town of Lexington seeks an Assistant Town Manager for Development to lead land use, housing, and permitting initiatives. The role coordinates policy, works with Town Counsel on litigation, and guides long-term planning to align with town goals.

The position requires a Master's degree with executive management experience in a multi-division department, AICP certification, and a Massachusetts driver’s license, with a competitive salary and excellent benefits.