Town Manager

Lexington, Massachusetts (34,000 pop.), steeped in American history and considered by many historians to be the “Birthplace of American Liberty,” is seeking a proactive and progressive community leader, committed to excellence, to serve as its next Town Manager. In addition to its rich history, Lexington is a diverse and vibrant community with one of the top ranked school systems in the country. Having maintained its small town charm, yet located only 12 miles from Boston, Lexington is home to a number of Fortune 500 high-tech and life science corporations.

The town is governed by a five-member Select Board, Town Manager and representative town meeting form of government. With the assistance of a Deputy Town Manager and two Assistant Town Managers and the senior management team, the Town Manager oversees a full-service municipality with a municipal operating budget of $146 million (includes some shared school costs) and 344 FT employees. The stability of this community is evidenced by its AAA bond rating, thriving business community and the six-year tenure of its retiring Town Manager.

The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) and a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in public administration, or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated senior leadership experience. The salary range to $260,000, plus an excellent benefit package, is commensurate with this community’s expectation for continued excellence in town management.

The town of Lexington is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. The town values and celebrates the diversity of the community, recognizing the contributions from all of our employees, visitors, businesses and residents that enrich the character and quality of life in Lexington. Therefore, to best serve all constituents, the government of the town will promote, as well as respect and accommodate, diversity in its workforce.

For further information, potential candidates are directed to the town of Lexington website and the Municipal Resources, Inc. website or to contact Alan Gould, President, 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 a.m. EST on July 8.