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Town of Andover

Governance & Policy Manager

Andover, MA

$85K - $105K/yr

This opportunity is for the position of Governance & Policy Manager who will work directly with the Deputy Town Manager responsible for overseeing governance, planning, development, and related ...

Town of Ponce Inlet

DEPUTY TOWN CLERK

Port Orange, FL

$57K - $63K/yr

Description The Deputy Town Clerk provides professional administrative support to the Town Clerk ... Manages database of Board and Committee members' appointments and attendance records; swears in new ...

Town of Ponce Inlet, FL

DEPUTY TOWN CLERK

Port Orange, FL · On-site

$57K - $63K/yr

Description The Deputy Town Clerk provides professional administrative support to the Town Clerk ... Manages database of Board and Committee members' appointments and attendance records; swears in new ...

Town of Leesburg

Town Manager

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$260K/yr

... deputy manager Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in public administration or related field Graduate certificate in local government management Membership in the International City/County ...

Town of Leesburg, VA

Town Manager

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$260K/yr

At least five (5) years of experience as a city/town/county manager or deputy manager Preferred Qualifications * Master's degree in public administration or related field * Graduate certificate in ...

Town of Trumbull

Assistant Town Clerk

Trumbull, CT

$36.98/hr

... Deputy Town Clerk, or act as their designee. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skill and Ability: Knowledge of office procedures and principles of office management and or record ...

Town of Trumbull, CT

Assistant Town Clerk

Trumbull, CT · On-site

$36.98/hr

... and Deputy Town Clerk, or act as their designee. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skill and Ability: * Knowledge of office procedures and principles of office management and or ...

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Town of Telluride

Human Resources Director

Telluride, CO · On-site

$118K - $171K/yr

Inform Town Manager and Deputy Town Manager of issues and recommend solutions * Stay current on legislation affecting human resources administration; maintain technical job knowledge Administration

Town of Nantucket

Project Manager

Nantucket, MA · On-site

$114K - $139K/yr

Works under the supervision of the Deputy Town Manager for Special Projects, or his/her designee. Performs a variety of duties requiring the exercise of independent and objective judgment. Works ...

Town Of Newington

Building Inspector

Portsmouth, NH

$50/hr

The position manages the town buildings repair and improvement projects. The Inspector manages and ... Town of Newington Jeremy Boston Deputy Town Administrator 205 Nimble Hill Road Newington, NH 03801 ...

Town of Parker, CO

Assistant Town Attorney I

Parker, CO · On-site

$102K - $125K/yr

... to the Deputy Town Attorney. Initial assignments are limited in scope and involve work at entry ... Responsible for effectively managing workload and ensuring that responsibilities comply with the ...

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As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for deputy town manager in the United States is $118,386.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,500.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Governance & Policy Manager

Town of Andover, NA

Andover, MA • On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Salary: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 Annually
Location : Town of Andover, Andover, MA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: T26104
Department: Town Manager's Office
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 9/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Minimum Hours per Week: 36.25
Description
About the Opportunity
This position is part of a plan to strengthen organizational coordination, support general government operations, and enhance collaboration across departments. While this position will focus on Governance & Policy functions, they will work closely with the Administration & Finance Manager to strengthen the Town's leadership capacity, improve implementation of strategic priorities, enhance organizational coordination, and provide a pathway for emerging municipal leaders.
This opportunity is for the position of Governance & Policy Manager who will work directly with the Deputy Town Manager responsible for overseeing governance, planning, development, and related functions of Town Government.
Responsibilities
General Responsibilities
The Governance & Policy Manager is responsible for supporting the strategic and operational priorities of the organization. Core responsibilities include:
  • Coordinating and monitoring departmental work plans, performance measures, and special projects.
  • Leading or supporting cross-departmental initiatives and process improvements.
  • Assisting with the development and administration of operating and capital budgets.
  • Preparing reports, policy briefs, and presentations for internal and external audiences, including the Select Board, other public bodies and community partners.
  • Monitor implementation of Select Board, Town Meeting, and Executive Leadership Team priorities, ensuring commitments, deadlines, and action items remain on track.
  • Serving as a liaison between departments/divisions and the Town Manager's Office to ensure alignment and collaboration.
  • Supporting community engagement, public communication across multiple channels, and special events.
  • Performing research and analysis to inform data-driven decision-making.
  • Representing the Deputy Town Manager(s) at internal and external meetings as needed.
  • Providing direct support of departmental operations as needed to increase capacity during times of high work intensity.

Planning, Development & Governance Focus Points
Reporting to the Deputy Town Manager, the Governance & Policy Manager will focus on policy development, strategic planning, permitting efficiency/effectiveness, and a wide range of internal and external governance processes. While focused on governance and policy work, this position will have exposure to all functions of municipal government. The position is intended to provide broad exposure to municipal leadership, project implementation, strategic planning, and organizational management.
Key functions may include:
  • Supporting operations across Planning, Economic Development, Building/Zoning, Conservation, Environmental Health, Legal, and Town Clerk functions.
  • Coordinating special projects such as zoning studies, comprehensive ("master") plan implementation, land use initiatives and digital permitting.
  • Contributing to election operations, Town Meeting planning, and other core Town governance processes.
  • Researching and drafting policy recommendations for regulatory and governance improvements.
  • Supporting internal organizational strategic planning.
  • Assisting with public process management and interdepartmental coordination on land use projects.

Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Strong interest in local government leadership and community service.
  • Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources, identify risks and dependencies, and anticipate implementation challenges.
  • Exceptional communication, organization, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams.
  • Demonstrated proactiveness, initiative, creativity, and problem-solving ability.

MPA, MBA, or relevant graduate degree (or equivalent experience
Supplemental Information
FLSA Status: Exempt
StandardWork Week: 36.25
The Town of Andover is an Affirmative Action/EqualOpportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Town is committed to advancing its workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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