Strategic Assistant Township Manager & Planning Director

Warrington Township; Warrington Township (Bucks County); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Warrington Township is seeking an experienced Assistant Township Manager who also serves as Director of Planning to lead planning, zoning, subdivision and land development oversight. The role focuses on departmental coordination and robust public engagement to ensure efficient municipal operations and high-quality service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills and experience in municipal planning or public administration, with the ability to work effectively with

Qualifications

• Strong administrative skills and strategic thinking.
• Experience in municipal planning or public administration.
• Ability to work effectively with residents, staff, elected officials, and regional partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, zoning, subdivision, and land development activities.
• Provide leadership across departments and coordinate public engagement.
• Ensure efficient municipal operations and high‑quality service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Zoning

Public engagement

Administrative skills

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent in public administration/urban planning

Job description

Warrington Township is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward‑thinking professional to serve as its next Assistant Township Manager. This senior administrative role also serves as Director of Planning, providing leadership in planning, zoning, subdivision and land development oversight, departmental coordination, and public engagement. The position plays a key role in ensuring efficient municipal operations and high‑quality service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, experience in municipal planning or public administration, and the ability to work effectively with residents, staff, elected officials, and regional partners.

Salary Range: $125,000 – $135,000
Application Deadline: October 9th

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and résumé to:
Melissa Kenyon, HR Director
Email: [e-mail]

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