Deputy Town Manager/Director of Administrative Services

Town of Hanover, NH • Interim • 41 South Main Street Hanover, NH • $106.11k - $161.87k / year • 2d ago

This position serves as the Town Manager’s chief deputy, providing administrative, operational, and financial leadership across all Town departments.

· Assist the Town Manager in the coordination and supervision of all municipal departments and operations.

· Oversee administrative and financial functions, including budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and organizational performance.

· Prepare and manage complex financial reports, projections, and policy analyses.

· Serve as Acting Town Manager in the Manager’s absence, exercising delegated authority as permitted under RSA 37:6.

· Support department heads in developing and implementing performance measures and operational improvements.

· Coordinate communication, presentations, and reports to the Selectboard.

· Promote transparency, customer service, and responsiveness in all municipal interactions.

· Represent the Town in meetings with residents, businesses, Dartmouth College, and regional organizations.

· Lead or oversee special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Town Manager.

· Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.

· Master’s degree or CPA designation strongly preferred.

· Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible management experience in municipal or public administration, including financial management and personnel supervision.

· Proven experience in community engagement, project management, and intergovernmental coordination.

· Exceptional Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build trust and work effectively with community members, employees, and officials.

· Strong Communicator: Confident and clear in public presentations and written communications, with the ability to explain complex issues in understandable terms.

· Collaborative Leader: Encourages teamwork and innovation across departments and inspires staff through positivity and professionalism.

· Strategic Thinker: Understands municipal operations, finance, and policy development, and uses data to drive sound decision-making.

· Public Service Passion: Brings enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine desire to serve the Hanover community.

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