TOWN OF BERLIN, CONNECTICUT (Est 1785 -Pop 20,149)
Invites Candidates To apply for the
TOWN MANAGER POSITION
Berlin, Connecticut, the home of “The Yankee Peddler” is located at the geographic center of the state. In the 1800’s the Berlin Railroad Depot opened as a way station on the New York, New Haven and Hartford line. The railroad still operates in town and now also goes to Springfield. The area has had considerable Transportation Oriented Development (TOD) in recent years. There are jobs in Berlin now for construction, manufacturing, heavy equipment, automotive, trades, utilities, communications and more. There are also some downtown areas that are walkable and include a number of new small businesses and restaurants that bring visitors and townspeople. Its central location in the State (Routes 9, 84 & 91) allows access to destinations such as Boston or New York within an hour and a half. The Town is also known for its open space and trails.
Form of Government:
The Town of Berlin has a Council-Manager form of Government which was established in 1995. There are 6 Council members, all elected at large for two years with a minimum of 3 members of the Democratic and Republican party. The Mayor is elected separately for a two-year term at the same time as the Council and has only one vote. This means the full Council, including the Mayor will be 4/3 majority party.
The next election for Council and Mayor is in November 2025. The Town Manager is appointed or removed with a majority of the Council votes. The Council serves as the legislative body which approves the budget, determines the tax rate, sets community goals, and approves Town Ordinances. The Town Manager serves as the Chief Administrative Officer for the Town and supervises the Town Department Heads and employees. The Town Clerk serves as the Clerk to the Council in addition to handling statutory responsibilities.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree required with 5-10 years management experience, with preference for municipal/government experience but not required if candidate has good operational/financial skills. MPA/MBA and ICMA/CM credential a plus, and CT CCMO certification a plus.
· Knowledge, skills and abilities should include: good communications skills, supervisory skills, labor relations knowledge, human resources experience, economic development experience, public/customer relations, ability to find, secure, and implement grants, excellent project management skills, budgeting experience and finance acumen to maintain a reasonable mill rate.
Compensation and Application Process:
The Town of Berlin offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Town provides a generous benefits package which includes health, dental, life insurance and paid vacation and sick leave. Additionally, the Town provides a defined contributions retirement plan and car allowance. Relocation assistance is negotiable. Residency is per Charter but the length of time to move into town is negotiable. Please contact the Consultant about more details on position, copies of Charter, budget, Plan of Development, financial audit, salary and negotiable length of time to move. Click here for full Profile
Berlin is an AA/EOE Employer
Website: https://www.berlinct.gov/
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, or need additional details, please contact Ms. Frank at the address listed. To apply now please submit your cover letter and resume to Ms. Frank. Position will remain open until filled; first screening date is September 16, 2024. Top candidates will be asked to complete a questionnaire, so early resumes will be reviewed quickly. Click here for full profile about position.
Ms. Randi Frank, Randi Frank Consulting, LLC, 7700 Hoover Way, Louisville, KY 40219
203-213-3722 [email protected] www.randifrank.com
