Municipal Operations & Finance Leader

New Jersey State League of Municipalities; Plainfield, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

City of Plainfield seeks a highly experienced Business Administrator to lead daily city operations and oversee all municipal departments. You will drive budget formation, financial planning, debt management, and procurement while coordinating with the Mayor and City Council for strategic priorities.

The ideal candidate brings strong local government leadership, clear communication, and the ability to translate complex issues into actionable policy and results for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or a related field required; a Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible senior municipal management experience.
• Thorough knowledge of New Jersey statutes governing municipal operations and related laws.
• Experience in budget development, forecasting, capital planning and bond financing, and grants administration.
• Certifications such as QPA, CMFO, CPM are a plus.
• Ability to lead department heads, manage cross-department projects, and communicate with City Council.
• Residence within reasonable commuting distance of Plainfield preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the City and all municipal departments.
• Lead budget preparation, financial management, debt management, purchasing and contracting.
• Direct capital improvement planning and grants administration.
• Represent the administration before City Council and community groups; coordinate with Mayor and cabinet.

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or related field

Master's degree (M.P.A. or M.B.A.) preferred

5+ years of senior municipal management experience

Knowledge of NJ statutes and Local Government laws

Budget development, financial forecasting, capital planning

Grants administration

QPA, CMFO, CPM certifications a plus

Lead department heads and report to City Council

Residence near Plainfield preferred

Job description

City of Plainfield seeks a highly experienced Business Administrator to lead daily city operations and oversee all municipal departments. You will drive budget formation, financial planning, debt management, and procurement while coordinating with the Mayor and City Council for strategic priorities.

The ideal candidate brings strong local government leadership, clear communication, and the ability to translate complex issues into actionable policy and results for residents and staff.