Town Manager - Freeport, Maine

Salary: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annually

Location : Freeport, ME

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 00160

Job Classification: City / Town / Village Administration

Opening Date: 07/13/2023

Job Description

Qualified applicants are asked to apply by August 10, 2023.

Freeport, Maine (est. pop. 8,737), a charming coastal town nestled in the heart of New England, is seeking a visionary leader to serve as Town Manager. Known for its picturesque beauty and rich history, Freeport offers a delightful blend of small-town charm and vibrant cultural experiences. With 37 miles of tidal coastline, Freeport has a mix of rocky shorelines, iconic Maine clam flats, and riverine and estuarine ecosystems. Freeport is a close-knit community where neighbors become friends and a sense of belonging flourishes.

The Town Manager is appointed by the Town Council and serves as the administrative head of all Town departments and is responsible for the efficient administration of all town affairs. The Town Manager will possess a range of powers and duties to ensure the smooth functioning of the municipality.

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LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Communications: The Town is in the process of filling a communications position, highlighting the importance of effective communication within the community. This reflects a desire to improve transparency, internal and external communications, increase engagement with residents, and disseminate information efficiently.

Long-term planning: The Town will be undergoing the process of developing a new comprehensive plan, indicating a focus on strategic and sustainable development. This implies a commitment to envisioning the future of the Town, considering factors such as infrastructure, economic growth, housing, the natural environment, and community needs and desires. The Town will continue to engage and cultivate the business community.

Downtown revitalization: There is a newly completed vision plan (www.freeportdowntownvision.me) to enhance the downtown area, particularly Main Street, to continue to diversify the Town with outdoor recreation and align with the Town's brand. The goal is to execute projects to enhance our downtown in ways such as creating additional bike-ped connections, encouraging a variety of housing types, simplifying the development review and permitting process, being a leader through our sustainability efforts, supporting the arts and cultural experiences, and developing a new boulevard to improve accessibility and attract visitors.

These themes reflect the Town's efforts to improve communication, plan for the long-term, and revitalize the downtown area, all while navigating challenges such as continuing to protect natural resources and providing a variety of housing types. Additionally, there is a recognition of the importance of transitioning from fossil fuel to electricity and staying informed about global developments and their potential impact on Freeport.

Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary for this position will be $130,000 - $160,000, depending upon qualifications and experience. The Town of Freeport offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package (valued at approximately $56,000) to include medical, dental, prescription, life insurance, Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MePERS) or MissionSquare retirement, vacation, sick, and 13 paid holidays, and other voluntary ancillary benefits. Town employees enjoy a four-day work week (37.5 hours). Relocation expenses are negotiable.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration or a related field, progressively responsible local government experience, or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the skills and abilities to perform the work. Candidates may distinguish themselves with a master's degree. Previous experience in a collective bargaining environment is a plus.

Special Instructions

First review of resumes occurs on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Following this date, applications will be screened against criteria outlined in the recruitment brochure. For more Information, please contact Anne Lewis at or 703-923-8214.

The Town of Freeport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment in workplace. Members of traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply for employment.

Please consult the recruitment brochure for more information on the benefits available for this position.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02

Do you have experience in a collective bargaining environment?

• Yes
• No

03

Which of the following best reflects your number of years as a professional as described in the published job announcement?

• 0 - 2 Years
• 3 - 4 Years
• 5 - 6 Years
• 7 - 9 Years
• 10+ Years

04

Which of the following represents the sector in which you earned your professional experience?

• Municipal Government
• County Government
• State Government
• Federal Government
• United States Armed Forces
• Private Sector
• Other

05

Which of the following best represents the population size of the community you serve or most recently served?

• Under 10,000 Residents
• 10,000 - 20,000
• 20,001 - 50,000
• 50,001 - 100,000
• 100,001 - 300,000
• Over 300,000 Residents
• N/A

06

Are you a finalist or have participated in interviews for a similar position within the last 30 days?

• Yes
• No

Required Question