Job Description
Job Description
Park Township is hiring a Township Manager! This role functions as the chief administrative officer of the Township. As the manager, you will work on Township plans, develop and implement a wide range of Township services to meet policy directives and address community needs.
Park Township was established in 1915. It is 20 Square miles resting on the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa. Park Township boasts about 5.5 miles of Lake Michigan frontage north of the Holland channel, which includes two beautiful public beaches, and about half of a mile of frontage to the south of the channel.
Some of your duties as a Township Manger may include:
- Manages, supervises, and coordinates overall long range planning, strategic plans, public improvements, and general operations to achieve established policy goals for community development and quality service delivery.
- Directs and coordinates the operations of the Township’s departments and staff. Assesses and monitors operations to ensure that services are provided in an efficient, cost-effective and timely manner. Assists administrative staff and department heads in resolving difficult operational issues. Researches new methods to improve Township services.
- Provides overall direction for the selection, supervision, training, evaluation and discipline of all Township employees, either directly or through department heads. Continually monitors the output of the Township’s departments and staff performance. Implements and enforces the Township’s personnel policies.
- Coordinates the development of the annual budget, administers fiscal policy, and oversees financial activities. Develops the annual budget for submittal to the Board, and once adopted, ensures the proper administration of the budget. Keeps the Township Board fully apprised of the Township’s financial condition and future needs and assists the Board in budget deliberations.
- Oversees the administration of Township benefits and compensation programs.
- Represents the Township to the media and at meetings and conferences, as directed. Presents the Township’s official position on a variety of issues and acts as spokesperson for the Township.
- Establishes a proactive approach to public relations through contacts with citizens and community groups and participation in civic activities. Responds to inquiries, resolves citizen complaints and recommends remedial action.
- Coordinates Township operations with other governmental agencies to reduce the duplication of effort, increase efficiency and maximize the availability of services. Participates in the negotiation and administration of mutual assistance agreements and contracts.
- Reviews and approves contracts and agreements negotiated on behalf of the Township. Enforces the terms and conditions of all contracts to which the Township is a party. Supervises special projects and ensures work is completed according to specifications.
- Attends Township Board meetings, performs research and recommends policies and programs as requested. Implements policies, ordinances, and programs set forth by the Board. Attends meetings of various committees, boards, authorities, and commissions and serves as the official Township representative on numerous committees and boards.
- Keeps abreast of legislative and regulatory developments, new administrative techniques, and current issues through continued education and professional growth. Attends conferences, workshops, and seminars as appropriate.
We expect our ideal candidate to have the following:
- Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
- A minimum of 3 years’ prior experience in municipal management
- Analytical, planning, and organizational experience within a municipality
- Exceptional oral and written communication
- Excellent judgment and professionalism
If you would like to be the next Park Township manager, please consider applying today. To learn more about what we do, please visit us at https://parktownship.org/
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