Montclair Township recruiting for new Township Manager

Published on October 25, 2024

Montclair Township has begun recruitment for Montclair's next Township Manager. The Mayor and Council invite qualified applicants who meet the the requirements below: 

Skills and Experience

• Experience as a chief executive or administrative officer leading between 200 and 300 employees in local government, military or corporate management.
•  Advanced knowledge of local government services and operations and ability to work constructively with a governing body to develop strategic and effective policies and programs.
• Exceptional internal and external communication skills; including effective public speaking and presentation skills.
• Experience and skills related to organizational performance management and accountability. This includes analyzing financial trends and identifying opportunities for improved efficiency to optimize taxpayer resources.
• Experience related to long-range capital planning and construction project management.
• Advanced negotiating skills to be used in a wide range of potential situations including redevelopment agreements, general contracting, and collective bargaining, to name a few.
• An understanding of the methods and practices necessary to build a strong organizational culture focused on customer service and a collegial work environment.
• Familiarity with the New Jersey’s Municipal Land Use Law (MLUL).

Educational Qualifications:
An advanced degree in management, public administration, law or related field is desired but not required.

How to Apply: 
If you are interested in this unique opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references in one pdf file and email to Tom Czerniecki at JPM@JERSEYPROFESSIONALMGT.COM. Filing deadline is November 30, 2024

To learn more about the position and the township, please the recruitment brochure here.