Current Recruitments
Our current recruitments are listed below. Click on a link for more information about each position.
- Belmont NH - Planning and Zoning Administrator
The Town of Belmont (population 7500), centrally located in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Planning & Zoning Coordinator. Working under the direction of the Planning Board, the Planner provides management, leadership, and coordination to the planning, engineering, zoning, code enforcement, and economic development activities of the Town. Must possess a service orientated attitude, and a thorough knowledge of the land use operations and functions of a municipal land use department. Coordinates all aspects of development projects. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Planning or related discipline, Master’s degree highly desirable, with a minimum of 5 years related experience, including two years in a municipality. American Planning Association member and American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification desirable. Salary range to $91,000; starting salary commensurate with qualifications, plus excellent benefits. The Town of Belmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For further information potential candidates are directed to the links below or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter in confidence as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com.
Resumes accepted until position is filled with first review on Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: Open until filled
- Sunapee NH - Highway Director
The Town of Sunapee, New Hampshire (year-round population approx. 3400) is seeking an experienced Public Works professional to lead its Department of Public Works which is responsible for Highways, Solid Waste and Buildings & Grounds. Located along the shores of pristine Lake Sunapee at the base of Mount Sunapee, this quintessential New England lakeside community is a wonderful place to call “home” and is also a 4-season destination for visitors that want to share in all the area has to offer.
The Director reports to the Town Manager and with a total budget of $2,917,000, oversees 14 FT and 4 PT employees.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field, plus eight years progressively responsible experience in municipal public works or related engineering operations, including at least three years supervisory and administrative experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Salary range to $100,000; starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Sunapee is an equal opportunity employer.
For further information potential candidates are directed to the links below or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter in confidence as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by Monday, February 27th, 2023, at 8 AM EST.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 02/27/23
- Berlin NH - Housing Authority Executive Director
The Berlin, New Hampshire Housing Authority is seeking a progressive, proactive Executive Director to follow the long serving incumbent upon her retirement. The City of Berlin, with a population of approximately 9500, lies along the banks of the Androscoggin River. Located in the White Mountains Region of NH and just 60 miles from Quebec, Berlin is the hub of New Hampshire’s North Country and the many recreational opportunities the region offers.
The Executive Director is the Chief Administrative Officer of the Berlin Housing Authority and is appointed by the Board of Commissioners. The Executive Director is responsible for managing a Housing Authority that generates approx. $1 mil in revenue, with an operating budget of approx. $825k, and employees an additional 4 FT and 1 PT employees. In addition, the Executive Director is the Management Agent for Lancaster and Northumberland Housing Authorities. Currently the Housing Authority own 55 units of public housing, manages an additional 42-unit building that it is in the process of buying, and administers approx. 378 vouchers across Berlin, Northumberland and Lancaster.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, finance, personnel management or related field, and a minimum of 5 years of experience at the managerial/executive level in public or private housing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates probability of success in the position. Salary range to $90K; starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Berlin Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer.
For further information potential candidates are directed to the links below or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 320.
To apply, submit a resume and cover letter in confidence as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by 8 AM EST, Monday, February 13th, 2023.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 02/13/23
- Middleton MA - Town Administrator
Middleton, MA (9,800 pop.), is seeking a proactive, community leader, who is committed to organizational excellence, to serve as the next Town Administrator. The town is a quintessential New England community, located within a short drive from the north shore and just 23 miles from Boston with its world class medical, educational, and cultural assets. With a rural farming heritage, Middleton is a bustling community with a “hometown feel” that includes a combination of residences, business, and agriculture. Middleton has an Open Town Meeting form of government and is led by a five-member Select Board and Town Administrator. This is a politically and financially stable community as evidenced by having only three Town Administrators in 45 years and the beneficiary of an AA+ bond rating by S&P Global. The Town’s operating budget, including schools (K-6 plus a regional HS) is $43.1M, with approximately 90 Town FTEs. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s preferred); at least 5 years progressive municipal management and leadership experience, or relevant combination of experience and education. Salary range $165,000-$195,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. The town also offers a competitive municipal benefits package.
Middleton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Town provides reasonable accommodations to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process.
For further information potential candidates are directed to the links below or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter, in confidence, as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by February 6th, 2023, at 8 AM EST.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 02/06/23
- Merrimack NH - Director of Public Works
The Town of Merrimack, New Hampshire (population approx. 27,000) is seeking an experienced Public Works professional to lead its Department of Public Works which includes divisions of Administration & Engineering, Highway, Wastewater, Solid Waste, Equipment Maintenance and Building & Grounds. Ideally located along the MA border, Merrimack is just one hour from all the health, cultural and educational opportunities available in Boston MA yet just an hour or less from the recreational opportunities found in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, White Mountains and Seacoast.
The Director reports to the Town Manager and with a total budget of over $12 mil, oversees 63 FT and 5 PT employees. The Director is also responsible for several large grants, a $7.7 mil bridge replacement and an ongoing $34.5 mil wastewater upgrade. Supporting the Director administratively is a Town Engineer/Deputy Director, Environmental Coordinator and Executive Secretary.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering or related field, plus eight years progressively responsible experience in municipal public works or related engineering operations, including at least three years supervisory and administrative experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Salary range to $129,064; starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Merrimack is an equal opportunity employer.
For further information potential candidates are directed to the links below or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter in confidence as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by Monday, January 30th, 2023, at 9 AM EST.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: Open until filled
- Ossipee NH - Police Chief
The Town of Ossipee, New Hampshire (population approx. 5000) is seeking qualified, proactive candidates to serve as its next Police Chief. Ossipee, located within the Lakes Region, is ideally situated along Route 16, the main route into the White Mountains Region of NH just a short drive to the north. The NH Seacoast is just 50 miles to the south. Ossipee is the county seat and is comprised of 3 “villages” spanning approximately 75 square miles. The Police Chief reports to the Board of Selectmen through the Town Administrator and will be expected to maintain excellent communications with them. The Chief leads a department of 8 FT officers, 3 PT officers and a FT administrative assistant with an operating budget of $1,250,000. Given the size of the department the Chief may be required to respond for calls as necessary.
Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in related field (Master’s preferred) and at least 10 years of progressively responsible police experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Salary range to $90K; starting salary commensurate with qualifications. Ossipee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For further information potential candidates are directed to links below or to contact Alan Gould, President, Municipal Resources Inc., at 603-279-0352, x320.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter, in confidence, as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by December 28th, 2022, at 9 AM EDT.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 12/28/22
- Plaistow NH - Police Chief
The Town of Plaistow, New Hampshire (pop. 7,900) is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of full-time Police Chief. Located on the MA-NH border this community is just 20 miles from the Seacoast and 40 miles to Boston. Covering about 10 square miles, its booming retail, commercial and industrial base makes Plaistow a “destination” community.
The Police Department is staffed with 16 full-time Sworn, 6 full-time safety dispatchers, and 4 unsworn personnel. The Department has a current operating budget of approx. $2,000,000. The Chief is expected to perform all the usual administrative and management duties of a traditional Police Chief and actively respond to calls for service as may be necessary. The Police Chief is appointed by and reports to the Town Manager.
Successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in related field (Master’s preferred); 10 years of related experience with at least 5 years of progressively responsible command experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary range to $100k; starting salary commensurate with qualifications. Plaistow is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For further information contact Alan Gould, President, Municipal Resources Inc. at 603-279-0352, x320.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter, in confidence, as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by Friday, December 16th 2022, at 8 AM EDT.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 12/16/22
- Newton NH - Finance Administrator
The Town of Newton, New Hampshire (population approx. 4600) is seeking an experienced municipal finance specialist/payroll administrator. Although traditionally a part-time position, the Town is flexible in offering this as a fulltime position to meet the needs of the right candidate. Newton is located in southeast NH bordering Haverhill MA and Plaistow NH. It has an SB2 town meeting form of government with a 5-member Board of Selectmen and the position reports to the Town Administrator. Newton employs a workforce comprised of approximately 13 FT/64 PT employees and has an operating budget of approximately $3.7 million.
The successful candidate should have experience with finance administration, general accounting practices and municipal finance software (AccuFund preferred) designed for accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and grants management. Associates degree in accounting or related field and experience in municipal finance preferred; OR equivalent combination of experience and education which demonstrates an ability to be successful in the position. The hourly pay range for this position part-time is $25.00 - $29.00; wages for fulltime position are negotiable and starting wages will be commensurate with qualifications. Fulltime position is eligible for benefits. Newton is an equal opportunity employer.
For further information potential candidates are directed to the links below or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter in confidence as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com. Position is open until filled; resumes will be reviewed as received starting on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: Open until filled
- Berlin MA - Fire/EMS Chief
The Town of Berlin MA (pop. 3,158) is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Fire/EMS Chief. This position is becoming vacant after a well-respected Massachusetts Fire Chief completed the transition of fire and EMS services into a single fire rescue organization. The new fire chief will consider if the Department should advance to the advanced life support (ALS) level.
The Town of Berlin is located 40 miles west of Boston, Massachusetts and the Department covers an area of 13.1 square miles from a public safety complex. The Town is a prosperous and growing community with an expanding residential and commercial base. The Department is an ISO Class 8 full-service fire/rescue and EMS organization that has a total of 4 fulltime personnel, 41 fire/EMS/Emergency Management personnel, of which 22 are EMT’s. The Fire Chief also serves as the EMD. There are a total of approximately 750 fire and EMS calls per year. The current annual operating budget of the Fire Department is approximately $815,465.
The Fire Chief is appointed by the Select Board and is a strong chief appointed under MGL Chapter 48, section 42. Candidates must have strong leadership and managerial skills combined with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A proven, successful record of experience in progressively responsible supervisory, administrative and command assignments is also required.
Minimum qualifications include: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college, Master’s Degree highly preferred; 7-10 years of municipal fire/rescue experience and at least 2 years of experience as a chief fire officer in a comparable or larger organization; at least 5 years as an active EMT with Massachusetts/National EMT certification (paramedic preferred); and the ability to serve as a full time Chief for at least 5 years. The chief must have completed ICS 400, 800a and have the ability to become a credentialed Massachusetts Fire Chief or Executive Fire Officer graduate and certified as a Pro Board Fire Officer IV within one year of appointment.
Candidates must have demonstrated experience and skill within the following critical areas: budgeting, crafting collaborative interagency relationships, pacing change, fireground management, incident command and emergency management.
Hiring range is $100,000 - $135,000 depending upon qualifications.
A resume and cover letter formatted as a PDF file can be sent to recruitment@mrigov.com. Applications will be accepted until 8 am on Monday, November 14, 2022. The Town of Berlin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or age.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 11/14/22
- Wiggin Memorial Library, Stratham NH - Library Director
The Wiggin Memorial Library in Stratham, NH, is seeking a dynamic and talented Library Director with proven management skills and excellent library knowledge to provide leadership in its vibrant community library. Stratham is a town of about 8,000 residents and is located in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire, between Exeter and Portsmouth.
The Library Director is responsible for the management, direction and administration of the Wiggin Memorial Library, including all library services, personnel, policies, outreach, and programs. The ideal candidate is community oriented, forward thinking, comfortable with technology, and has a personable, positive disposition. Additionally, the incumbent has demonstrated success aligning people, process and technology; excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and customer relationship skills; and is committed to excellent patron service. The Library Director works closely with other town departments as well as the Library Board of Trustees.
The position is an exempt, full-time position with a salary range of $80,000-$100,000, starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. An MLS/MLIS or a master’s degree in a field related to management, business, or public administration with at least 5-7 years of experience as a librarian some of which as a managing librarian. The Town of Stratham is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by Monday, October 31st, 2022, at 8 AM EDT.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
For further information contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.
- Deadline to apply: 10/31/22
- Princeton MA - Chief of Police
The Town of Princeton, MA is seeking a progressive, community-oriented Police Chief to lead a full-service police department (approx. budget $875K) consisting of 5 FT officers, 6 PT officers, and one Administrative Assistant. With approximately 3,500 residents, Princeton is a quintessential New England community located in central Massachusetts. With easy access to I-190, Princeton is minutes from Worcester, 64 miles west of Boston, and 25 miles from the New Hampshire border. The Town is governed by a 3-member Selectboard, with an appointed Town Administrator. A Bachelor’s Degree in law enforcement or related field and five years of progressive law enforcement experience, a minimum of three years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. A successful candidate must hold or be able to acquire within 270 days of appointment, Certification as Police Officer issued by Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council; Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License; and Firearms Certification and License to Carry.
Salary range from $105,000 to $135,000, starting salary commensurate with qualifications. Excellent benefits.
Princeton is an equal opportunity employer. For additional information related to the search contact Sean Kelly, Director of Police Services, Municipal Resources Inc., at 603-279-0352, x321.
Resume and cover letter in confidence as PDF attachment to: recruitment@mrigov.com
DEADLINE: Monday, October 17th, 2022
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 10/17/22
- Exeter NH - Director of Public Works
The Town of Exeter, New Hampshire (population approx. 16,000) is seeking a skilled and visionary leader who will hit the ground running to successfully lead a team of talented and committed public works professionals in a fast-paced environment with high service demand, complexity, and volume. Exeter is a thriving seacoast community, rich in history located just 50 miles from Boston, 30 miles from Manchester and 65 miles from Portland, ME. Exeter is also host to Exeter Hospital and the prestigious Phillips Exeter Academy. With an operating budget of $17.4 million the Director of Public Works is responsible for the planning, supervision, and management of the 46 FT/3 PT employees across four divisions: Engineering, Water & Sewer, Highway and Maintenance which includes capital projects, roadways, bridges, dams, storm water, water, sewer, town buildings, fleet, landfill and solid waste and recycling. This position reports directly to the Town Manager. The Director of Public Works will lead and empower the DPW administrative team to provide innovative and effective solutions to the challenges of running a highly successful department. The administrative team includes the Town Engineer, the Assistant Town Engineer, the Water and Sewer Manager, the Highway Superintendent, the Maintenance Superintendent, and the Business Manager.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Master’s in Business/Public Administration and at least 8 years of progressively responsible relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities to succeed in the position. Salary range to $122,000; starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Exeter is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply submit a resume and cover letter in confidence as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by October 10th, 2022, at 4 PM EDT.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 10/10/22
- Yarmouth, MA - Fire Chief
The Town of Yarmouth, Massachusetts (pop. 25,000) is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Fire Chief. Yarmouth is a dynamic coastal resort community located on scenic Cape Cod, the Department covers a response area of 28.2 square miles and operates from three stations. The Department has an ISO rating of Class 3/3X. The organization employs approximately 70 fulltime employees with an operating budget of approximately 8.0 million. In 2021 the Department responded to 7,567 emergency calls.
Appointed by the Board of Selectmen and under the administrative oversight of the Town Administrator, the Fire Chief serves as a key member of the Town’s management team. A Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Services, Homeland Security, Business or Public Administration is required, Master’s preferred. It is also preferred that candidates have completed the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program, Mass Chief Fire Officer Training Program and have appropriate ProBoard certifications. Candidates should be credentialed as a Massachusetts Fire Chief or have the ability to become credentialed upon appointment.
Candidates must have a minimum of ten years of experience in career fire service, as well as a minimum of five years of command and supervisory experience at the level of a shift commander or above. Candidates must have demonstrated experience and skill within the following critical areas: budgeting; collaborative interagency relationships; labor management relations in a unionized environment; and fire, EMS and emergency management. The salary range is $139,582 – $191,647 plus benefits depending upon qualifications and experience.
A resume and cover letter formatted as a PDF file can be sent to recruitment@mrigov.com. Applications will be accepted through October 14, 2022.
All applications for this position will be held in confidence. The Town of Yarmouth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or age.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: 10/14/22
- Village of Johnson Vermont - Village Water-Light General Manager
The Village of Johnson Vermont is seeking candidates with the right combination of municipal and utilities management to serve as its Village and Utilities General Manager. An experienced manager of an electric utility with skills that could be applied to the general management of the village would be the ideal candidate since approximately 60%-70% of the position is committed to managing the utilities. The Village of Johnson is comprised of about one square mile within the Town of Johnson and serves approximately 950 electric customers and 450 water and sewer accounts. Village is responsible for the electric utility, it also oversees the water and sewer departments, whose work is contracted to an outside vendor. The Village employs 5 “linesmen” and shares four office staff with the Town of Johnson. Johnson, the quintessential “Norman Rockwell” community is nestled in the Green Mountains of North/Central Vermont.
For the right candidate this would be a full-time position with a salary range to $100k and a generous benefits package; starting salary commensurate with qualifications. Candidates that have an interest in the part-time position of either Utilities Superintendent or Village Manager should also apply although the combined FT position would be ideal. The Village is an equal opportunity provider and employer. The Village has adopted an Inclusivity Statement and Anti-Racism Statement, which are available at https://townofjohnson.com/johnson-inclusivity-statement/ and https://townofjohnson.com/johnson-village-anti-racism-statement-2/
Resume and cover letter in confidence as PDF attachment to:recruitment@mrigov.com
First resume review on August 8th. Resumes accepted until position is filled.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Deadline to apply: Open until filled
If you have questions about our recruitment process or any positions posted here please contact our office at (603)279-0352 or recruitment@mrigov.com
