Job Posting: Township Manager – Scotch Plains
The Township of Scotch Plains is seeking an individual for the position of Township Manager. This is a full-time, on-site position. The Township has approximately 25,000 residents and is approximately 10 square miles in area with an operating budget of $25 million and 150 full time employees. The Township Manager will be an experienced leader who will be selected on the basis of his or her executive and administrative abilities and qualifications, specifically in regard to management experience, education, certifications and expertise in governmental affairs.
Applicants for the position shall have, at a minimum, a Bachelor of Arts or sciences degree (business management or a comparable, related field). Knowledge of civil service is preferable and having a QPA is plus. Interested candidates should have experience with downtown redevelopment, affordable housing and labor relations. The Manager will be an analytical, problem solving, goal directed, communicative individual with high integrity. The Manager will be responsible for overseeing the projects, programs, events, and activities of all Township departments.
The Manager will also be responsible for the preparation and administration of the Township budget and grants and shall have direct management of the Township and its employees and directly report only to the Township Mayor and Council. Salary: $120,000 - $200,000 – Compensation will be competitive and commiserate with experience. To apply for the position, e-mail a letter of interest, resume, at least 3 job-related references and salary requirements to the attention of Bozena Lacina, Township Clerk at