Strategic Municipal Administrator Budget & Operations Lead

Camden County; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Camden seeks a dynamic Business Administrator to serve as the chief administrative officer, integrating and managing the city's diverse departments under the direction of the governing body. The role requires strategic leadership, extensive budgetary expertise, and a proven track record in municipal administration.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, executive management, policy guidance, and interdepartmental coordination across municipal boards, ensuring transparent public

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Five years of management experience with goal-setting and supervision
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience
• Driver's license valid in New Jersey if vehicle use is needed
• Knowledge of municipal affairs, budgeting, and financial operations
• Strong communication, reporting, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Budgetary leadership: supervise preparation of the municipal budget and ensure fiscal control.
• Executive management: oversee administrative operations across departments and set priorities.
• Governing body liaison: prepare agendas, attend meetings, advise on policy and personnel matters.
• Interdepartmental coordination: liaise with municipal attorney, engineer, planning and zoning boards, and other boards.
• Public relations: handle inquiries, manage public information releases, maintain essential records.

Skills

Budgeting

Executive leadership

Public administration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (substitution)

Job description

City of Camden seeks a dynamic Business Administrator to serve as the chief administrative officer, integrating and managing the city's diverse departments under the direction of the governing body. The role requires strategic leadership, extensive budgetary expertise, and a proven track record in municipal administration.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, executive management, policy guidance, and interdepartmental coordination across municipal boards, ensuring transparent public