Town Administrator — Strategic Public Services Leader (Remote)

Town of Little Compton; Little Compton (RI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The Town Administrator (TA) for the Town of Little Compton oversees day-to-day operations, implements policies, and ensures efficient delivery of public services in accordance with laws, the Town charter and town ordinances.

The TA directs department heads, manages the annual budget, negotiates with HR, and represents the town to boards, state agencies, and citizens. A Master’s degree and 10+ years public sector management are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Public/Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Minimum ten years of public sector management experience or related field.
• Experience with RI general laws, collective bargaining and town processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, administration, personnel management, procurement of services, and coordination of daily town operations.
• Lead development of short- and long-range plans; provide professional advice to Town Council.
• Act as Chief Administrative Officer, inform agenda, attend meetings, and ensure council decisions are carried out.
• Oversee annual budget process and coordinate strategic financial goals for the Town.
• Coordinate human resources, contracts, and bargaining with HR and legal counsel.
• Represent the Town to boards, agencies, and the public; respond to inquiries and requests for assistance.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Customer service

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in Finance/Public Administration

Tools

Office software

Job description

The Town Administrator (TA) for the Town of Little Compton oversees day-to-day operations, implements policies, and ensures efficient delivery of public services in accordance with laws, the Town charter and town ordinances.

The TA directs department heads, manages the annual budget, negotiates with HR, and represents the town to boards, state agencies, and citizens. A Master’s degree and 10+ years public sector management are preferred.