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Town of Poolesville

Town Manager

Poolesville, MD

$100K - $145K/yr

The Town Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer {CAO) and the Assistant provides support for all functions and acts as the Town Manager in their absence. The Managers are responsible to the ...

Town of Sherman

Town Manager

Sherman, ME

The Board of Selectmen are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Town Manager to support our team in managing the operations of the Town of Sherman, Maine. The ideal candidate will possess strong ...

Town of Sherman

Town Manager

Sherman, ME · On-site

The Board of Selectmen are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Town Manager to support our team in managing the operations of the Town of Sherman, Maine. The ideal candidate will possess strong ...

Town of Fraser, CO

Assistant Town Manager

Fraser, CO · On-site

$70K - $115K/yr

Town Manager SALARY RANGE: $70,000-$115,000 DOE - This is an exempt position. HOURS: 8am-5pm M-F with additional hours to complete work requirements as needed. GENERAL PURPOSE: This position operates ...

Town of Fraser Colorado

Assistant Town Manager

Fraser, CO · On-site

$70K - $115K/yr

Town Manager SALARY RANGE: $70,000-$115,000 DOE - This is an exempt position. HOURS: 8am-5pm M-F with additional hours to complete work requirements as needed. GENERAL PURPOSE: This position operates ...

Fraser Colorado

Assistant Town Manager

Fraser, CO

$70K - $115K/yr

Town Manager SALARY RANGE: $70,000-$115,000 DOE - This is an exempt position. HOURS: 8am-5pm M-F with additional hours to complete work requirements as needed. GENERAL PURPOSE: This position operates ...

Raftelis

Town Manager

Erie, CO · On-site

Reporting directly to the City Manager, this hands-on leader oversees the full spectrum of municipal finance functions, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, investments, debt ...

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Town Clerk

Keenesburg, CO · On-site

This position reports to the Town Manager on day-to-day operations. Under general direction of the Town Manager, provides administrative and technical support to the Town Manager and the Board of ...

Town of Winthrop, Maine

Town Planner

Winthrop, ME · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

The Town Planner serves as the municipality's professional planning advisor to the Planning Board, Town Council, Town Manager, Zoning Board of Appeals, and other municipal committees. * This position ...

Town of Superior

Town Clerk

Louisville, CO

$101K - $146K/yr

Works under the general supervision of the Town Manager and is an exempt position under FLSA. Hiring Range: $101,483.00 - $128,742.00 plus excellent benefits Essential Job Duties Certifies and ...

Town of Superior Defunct

Town Clerk

Louisville, CO · On-site

Works under the general supervision of the Town Manager and is an exempt position under FLSA. Hiring Range: $101,483.00 - $128,742.00 plus excellent benefits Essential Job Duties * Certifies and ...

Town of Superior, CO

Town Clerk

CO · On-site

$101K - $146K/yr

Town Hall, CO Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2026-15 Department: Administration Opening Date: 07 ... Manages the activities of elections, including absentee voting and coordinated elections with ...

Town of Apex North Carolina

Town Attorney

Apex, NC

The Town Attorney serves as the chief legal advisor to the Mayor, Town Council, Town Manager, and Town departments, as well as various boards and commissions. This position plays a critical role in ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for town manager in the United States is $119,286.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,500.00 and $141,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A mayor and town manager have similar duties, but mayors are elected by residents, whereas a town manager is appointed by the local governing body, such as a city council. The town manager oversees the city administration offices and government operations. Job responsibilities include coordinating activities across multiple departments, communicating with the public, and managing internal affairs. Town managers also plan the city’s budget for approval by the city council. Most cities require their town manager to have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration or public administration and extensive experience working in municipal government.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a town manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Town Manager, you need a solid background in public administration, budgeting, and municipal operations, typically supported by a relevant degree and experience in local government leadership. Familiarity with government finance software, project management tools, and knowledge of state and local regulations are essential. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills help foster collaboration and address community challenges effectively. These competencies are crucial for ensuring efficient town governance, transparent decision-making, and positive community outcomes.

What are some of the main challenges a town manager faces when balancing community needs and budget constraints?

Town Managers often face the challenge of prioritizing limited resources while meeting the diverse needs of residents, businesses, and local government departments. Balancing the budget requires careful planning, negotiation, and transparent communication with stakeholders to ensure essential services are maintained without overspending. It also involves seeking alternative funding sources, like grants, and making tough decisions about which projects or services can be delayed or streamlined. Successfully handling these challenges requires strong leadership, fiscal responsibility, and a collaborative approach with the town council and community members.
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Infographic showing various Town Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,286 per year, or $57.3 per hour.

Town Manager

Town of Poolesville

Poolesville, MD

$100K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

The Town of Poolesville, MD is currently accepting resumes for the Town Manager position. The hiring process also includes selecting an Assistant Town Manager from the pool of qualified candidates.

The Town Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer {CAO) and the Assistant provides support for all functions and acts as the Town Manager in their absence.

The Managers are responsible to the Commissioners for the proper administration of all Town affairs and employees. Under provisions of the Town Charter and Code, the Town Managers sees that all laws, ordinances, and resolutions of the Commissioners are faithfully enforced, attends all meetings of the Commissioners, makes recommendations to the Commissioners for adopting such measures as he/she may deem necessary or expedient, and leads a team of professional and skilled employees.

The Town of Poolesville is located in Montgomery County MD and has a population of 6,000, and an annual budget of $6M. The Town also operates its own water and wastewater system with an annual budget of $2M. Police and emergency services are provided through Montgomery County. The Town of Poolesville is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners that are elected at large.

Minimum qualifications for this position include a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in local government, including three (3) years' supervision and/or executive level management. Exceptional communication skills, both orally and in writing, including the ability to actively listen and communicate with a wide range of individuals and all segments of the community as well as a proven record of transparency in management are required.

Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in public administration or a closely related field and strong human resources/employee relations, fiscal management, economic development, and regional and intergovernmental expertise. ICMA-CM and work in a full-service commissioner/manager government and water/wastewater operations experience are preferred but not required.

The Town Manager must reside within a 30-minute commute of Town limits. The salary for the Town Managers ranges from $100,000 to $145,000 and is dependent on qualifications, experience and position. Compensation includes an excellent benefits package that includes health insurance, 401-A and paid time off.

Applications will be received through the close of business on September 10, 2026, at 19721 Beall Street, P.O. Box 158, Poolesville, MD 20837 or by email at townhall@poolesvillemd.gov.

The Town of Poolesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer
A Complete Job Description can be found at www.poolesvillemd.gov


Salary/Compensation: $100,000 - $145,000 per year


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