ASSISTANT TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATOR – Little Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

Little Egg Harbor Township is seeking a qualified professional to serve as Assistant Township Administrator to support the Township Administrator on the day-to-day operations of municipal government.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Administrator provides high-level administrative support to the Township Administrator and performs a variety of complex administrative, analytical, and supervisory duties related to municipal operations, policy implementation, and departmental coordination.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist with day to day operations and administrative functions
  • Assist with administering and negotiating labor contracts
  • Coordinate interdepartmental activities and communications
  • Prepare reports and/or correspondence for the Township Committee
  • Conduct research and analysis on municipal issues, policies, and programs
  • Respond to public inquiries and concerns in a professional manner
  • Assist with budget preparation, monitoring, and financial reporting
  • Represent the Township Administrator, in their absence, at meetings or as assigned
  • Coordinate special projects and initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies
  • Supervise assigned staff and departments as directed, serving as the liaison between governing body and staff

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Experience: Four (4) years of management experience which shall have involved all of the following management functions: (1) Setting program organizational goals and objectives, (2) establishing organizational structure or determining the need for and developing plans for organizational changes; (3) setting policy for the organization or program managed by establishing program emphasis and priorities and developing operating and procedural guidelines; and (4) directing the work of the organization or program through subordinate levels of supervision.
  • License: Valid New Jersey driver’s license

 

*NOTE: Applicants who do not meet the above education requirement may substitute additional work experience as described below on the basis of one (1) year of such experience for each (30) semester hours of credit they are lacking.

**NOTE: Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major course of study in human services administration, business administration, public administration, industrial management, industrial management, industrial engineering, management sciences or in a program related to the organization, operation, administration, and control of private or public organizations, may be substituted for one (1) year of the above experience.

 DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Knowledge of New Jersey local government law and municipal operations
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and municipal software systems
  • Ability to work effectively with elected officials, professionals, staff, and the public
  • Experience with budget preparation and grant administration
  • NJ Qualified Purchasing Agent (QPA) certification a plus

COMPENSATION
Salary range: $70,000 – $100,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits package including health insurance, pension, and paid time off.

 APPLICATION PROCESS
Little Egg Harbor Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Send cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and three professional references to: Human Resources at hr@leht.com or 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey 08087.