The Town of Barnstead is seeking a knowledgeable, collaborative, and highly organized Town Administrator to serve as the chief administrative officer supporting the Select Board in the day-to-day management of town operations. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator, an experienced municipal administrator, and a proactive manager who values community engagement and public service. This is a full-time exempt position offering a competitive salary together with a comprehensive benefits package.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing daily town operations and implementing Select Board policies
Preparing and administering the annual budget and capital budgets
Overseeing personnel, contracting, procurement, and compliance
Supporting all municipal departments and assisting with long-term planning initiatives
Managing Town Meeting preparation and ensuring statutory obligations are met
Serving as the primary point of contact for residents, businesses, and partner agencies
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, finance, or related field or equivalent education and experience, master’s degree preferred
Three to five years of municipal management or relevant administrative experience, including supervisory and budgetary responsibilities
Strong knowledge of New Hampshire municipal laws, budgeting, personnel administration, and governmental operations
Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume with three professional references to:
Barnstead Selectboard Office
c/o Karen Montgomery, Town Administrator
PO Box 11
Ctr. Barnstead, NH 03225
kmontgomery@barnstead.org
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Barnstead is an Equal Opportunity Employer.