Overview
Northfield (pop. 5,900), home to Norwich University and a strong, diverse local economy, is seeking an experienced and collaborative Town Manager to lead a dedicated municipal team and guide the community through an important period of transition and growth.
The Town has a general fund budget of $6.7 Million with an additional $8.25 Million in utility funds (electric, water, sewer). They employ 26 full time employees with another 41 part time employees. There are three unions. Departments include Police, Highway, Electric, Water& Sewer, EMS, Fire (volunteer), Economic Development, Planning & Zoning, Town Clerk, and Town Manager. See https://www.northfield-vt.gov/ for more information and full position brochure.
Key Priorities
Rebuild and stabilize the Police Department
Strengthen leadership across departments
Advance housing and capital projects
Improve communication and community trust
Expand Town’s relationship with Norwich University
Modernize internal systems and operations
What We’re Looking For
3–5+ years of proven managerial leadership
Municipal experience preferred
Strong financial management, HR, and labor relations skills
Clear communicator with sound judgment and a collaborative style
Bachelor’s or Master’s in public administration or related field (or equivalent experience) desired. Board will consider relevant experience.
Compensation Salary $120-000 to $140,000 commensurate with qualifications. Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, VMERS retirement, paid leave, employer-paid insurance).
How to Apply Send applications to bfraser@vlct.org with subject line “Northfield” by March 6.
First-round remote interviews mid-March; second-round in-person interviews expected March 25–April 3.
Finalist will complete a full background check.
Contacts Questions: Bill Fraser, VLCT Management Consultant –
bfraser@vlct.org,
802-522-5846.
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The Town has a general fund budget of $6.7 Million with an additional $8.25 Million in utility funds (electric, water, sewer). They employ 26 full time employees with another 41 part time employees. There are three unions. Departments include Police, Highway, Electric, Water& Sewer, EMS, Fire (volunteer), Economic Development, Planning & Zoning, Town Clerk, and Town Manager. See https://www.northfield-vt.gov/ for more information and full position brochure.
Key Priorities
Rebuild and stabilize the Police Department
Strengthen leadership across departments
Advance housing and capital projects
Improve communication and community trust
Expand Town’s relationship with Norwich University
Modernize internal systems and operations
What We’re Looking For
3–5+ years of proven managerial leadership
Municipal experience preferred
Strong financial management, HR, and labor relations skills
Clear communicator with sound judgment and a collaborative style
Bachelor’s or Master’s in public administration or related field (or equivalent experience) desired. Board will consider relevant experience.
Compensation Salary $120-000 to $140,000 commensurate with qualifications. Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, VMERS retirement, paid leave, employer-paid insurance).
How to Apply Send applications to bfraser@vlct.org with subject line “Northfield” by March 6.
First-round remote interviews mid-March; second-round in-person interviews expected March 25–April 3.
Finalist will complete a full background check.
Contacts Questions: Bill Fraser, VLCT Management Consultant –
bfraser@vlct.org,
802-522-5846.
#J-18808-Ljbffr