Employment Opportunities

BOROUGH MANAGER/SECRETARY—Malvern Borough (population 3,419), Chester County, PA seeks an experienced leader to serve as its Borough Manager.  Manager has authority to supervise all day-to-day operations and coordinates the seven-member Borough Council and staff.  Malvern is located in a beautiful section of Chester County and has maintained a fabulous small-town atmosphere while nearby municipalities have experienced growth. Manager administers an annual budget of $12 million with approximately 20 employees including administration, public works, and police departments.  Candidates should have (1) at least 3-5 yrs of municipal management experience; (2) knowledge of modern local government management principles; (3) strong organizational and financial skills & planning/land development experience; (4) Bachelors Degree (Masters preferred); and (5) strong communication skills.  Salary $120,000-$170,000 with excellent benefits; actual salary to be based on experience/qualifications. Send a cover letter and resume in one document to beckettn@lafayette.edu. Deadline is noon on Thursday, August 22^nd.  EOE.

About Us:
The Doylestown Township Municipal Authority (DTMA) is a public water supplier serving 3,000 customers with an average daily production of 1.2 million gallons per day located in Doylestown Township and parts of Plumstead Township, Buckingham Township, and New Britain Borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. DTMA owns and maintains 11 public water wells, five storage tanks, 70 miles of water main, 5 booster stations, and multiple interconnections with other public water suppliers. DTMA is a growing water authority with many exciting projects in the pipeline.
About our opportunity:
DTMA invites you to apply for our Executive Director position. This position serves as the strategic leader to administer DTMA’s mission of providing safe water at an affordable rate and provides overall direction for the operation of the water system while reporting to a five person DTMA Board of Directors.
This role requires a blend of technical and managerial expertise. The Executive Director, on a daily basis, interacts with the operations, administration, finance, and billing staff to ensure exceptional water service to our customers. In addition, the Executive Director collaborates with consultants to achieve project objectives.
Specific duties may include but are not limited to include the following:
• Prepare and administer an annual capital and operating budget of approximately $5,000,000.
• Develop the Board of Directors public meeting agendas and attend all Authority and, if necessary, Township Board of Supervisor meetings.
• Supervise all aspects of water operations and maintenance.
• In conjunction with the Water Superintendent prepare PA DEP regulatory reports.
• Collaborate with the Finance Director to analyze water rates, invest Authority reserves, and prepare for annual audits.
• Interface with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies regarding all aspects of system operation.
• Implement various water treatment upgrades including PFAS treatment.
• Work with neighboring water utilities to establish permanent and emergency interconnections.
• Develop and execute municipal bulk water agreements.
• Apply for grant opportunities for new capital projects.
• Responsible for the management of all developer water main extensions and services.
• Execute the DTMA water master plan.
• Develop and execute the operations and maintenance plan of all assets.
• Attend local PMAA and PA AWWA conferences.
• Meet with state and federal elected representatives to advocate for DTMA.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Education
A bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or another relevant field is preferred but not required.
Experience
10 years of increasingly responsible management level experience in water resources, water utility engineering, or business administration.
Certifications
Registration as a Professional Civil or Environmental Engineer in Pennsylvania is preferred.
Certified PA Water Works Operator License is preferred.
Salary
Commensurate with experience.
Start Date:
Fall 2024 with the opportunity to collaborate with the existing Executive Director.
EOE
How to Apply: Letters of interest and resume should be submitted at Doylestown Township, 425 Wells Road, Doylestown, PA 18901, or to Margaret Trageser at mmtrag@doylestownpa.org.
Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.

Lower Makefield Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania is seeking applicants for the position of Chief Financial Officer. This position is a senior level, non-union management position reporting directly to the Township Manager. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the Township’s day-to-day and long-term financial operations including, but not limited to, the management of township finance department staff (4 FTEs), preparation of the annual budget, debt issuance and related continuing disclosures, establishing and/or maintaining systems and internal controls, financial reporting, forecasting, ensuring related regulatory compliance, and transactional human resources.
The Township has 85 full-time employees and approximately 150 part-time/seasonal employees. Operations are organized across the following departments: Administration, Finance, Community Development, Police, Fire, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation. Additionally, the Township operates a seasonal Pool and Golf Course. The Golf Course is managed by a third-party management company. The Township’s annual General Fund budget is approximately $16 million ($35 million all funds). The Township currently uses Munis as its accounting system.
A bachelor’s degree with major coursework in accounting/finance is required. A master’s degree, CPA, and/or additional certifications with at least 5 years’ experience in financial management (supervisory capacity) are preferred.
The expected annual salary hiring range is $120,000 to $140,000 with a competitive and comprehensive benefit package.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter expressing interest and highlighting qualifications, his or her résumé, and the names and contact information for 3 professional references by 4:00pm on Friday, September 13, 2024, via email to David W. Kratzer, Jr., Township Manager, at dkratzer@lmt.org.

Lower Macungie Township, Lehigh County is accepting applications for a qualified Township Planner.
Provides planning, zoning, water resource management, permitting, building inspection, public works and code
enforcement services to the Township. Ensures that the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance, Zoning
Ordinance, and the adopted Comprehensive Plan, are consistent with each other and other ordinances. The
Planner coordinates, reviews, and processes all Subdivision and Land Development applications, Conditional Use
Applications, and map and text amendments. Salary range $105,000 ‐ $115,000.
Essential Duties:
 Interprets Township Code and regulations related to planning, community development, zoning, water
resources, stormwater management, permits, inspection, and enforcement.
 Implements the components of the Comprehensive Plan and Official Map.
 Administer the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. Receive, review and facilitate the review of all
applications and submissions related to any proposed subdivision or land development and stormwater
management plans for completeness. Monitor plans for provisions that conflict with community development
goals established by the Township Comprehensive Plan and Official Map. Provide a written review and report of
all applications received as to their compliance with the requirements of the related ordinances, and other
applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standards. Reviews draft resolution prepared by the Solicitor.
 Receives, reviews, distributes, coordinates review comments, schedules necessary meetings and provides
technical input pertaining to proposed subdivision and land development applications, conditional uses,
rezoning requests and other applications, as necessary.
 Facilitates the operation of the Environmental Advisory Council.
 Advises the Board of Commissioners with planning/community development input, and takes action as
required.
 Monitors federal, state, and county legislation, and regulations related to planning and community
development.
 Maintains and administers the Township’s Floodplain Ordinance. Coordinates necessary FEMA requirements as
the floodplain administrator.
 Attends meetings with the Board of Commissioners, Planning Commission, and department heads,
comprehensive planning partners, government authorities and committees.
 Coordinates Township community development activities with other federal and state agencies and local
governments, and represents the Township on area community development committees.
 Conducts general field inspections, meetings with contractors or developers and other agencies as required.
 Oversees the Township Engineer’s management of escrow, draw‐down, letter of credit, and related financial
aspects of construction and land development.
Education/Experience:
 Bachelor’s degree with four years of experience in urban or land use planning, urban studies, landscape
architecture or similar degree.
 Two (2) or more years of experience in municipal government preferred and five (5) years progressively
responsible experience in government planning or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education
and experience.
 American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or Registered Landscape Architect preferred.
 Previous active and documented experience in Community Development or municipal planning, including direct
experience with municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations.
For a more detailed job description, please visit www.lowermac.com. Please send resume to Donna Conklin, Lower
Macungie Township 3400 Brookside Road, Macungie PA 18062 or email dconklin@lowermac.com

Easttown Township, located in Devon, PA in Chester County, seeks an experienced Director of Finance to lead the financial management function of a Second Class Township of approximately 10,650 residents in 8.27 square miles. The Township operates with a proposed 2024 total overall budget of approximately of $18 million which includes the general fund and 9 enterprise funds, and approximately 45 full time equivalent staff.
At the direction of the Township Manager who is appointed by a five (5) member Board of Supervisors (BOS) with staggered six (6) year terms, the Finance Director is the Chief Financial Officer and responsible for directing and administering, the Township’s municipal funds, accounting systems, accounting controls, financial forecasting and planning, budgeting and financial reporting, systems development, debt and cash management, central accounting, pre and post auditing, internal auditing, investment and grants management, payroll, revenue collection, risk management, pension and healthcare administration (which includes post-retiree benefits), investment management, centralized purchasing and contracting.
The Finance Director is a highly visible position who provides reasoned and sound fiscal and policy recommendations and forecasting for the BOS’ consideration. The Finance Director evaluates and administers financial management programs such as central accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, debt administration and compliance, cash management, internal and external auditing, centralized purchasing, payroll, sanitary sewer rent billing, solid waste fees, municipal services tax, and accounts payable and receivable. The Finance Director coordinates the year-end financial audit for the Township; prepares various financial schedules for use in supporting documentation for the external auditors, oversees purchasing, or contracting to purchase, all Township supplies, materials, services and equipment. The Finance Director administers two pension plans, supervises a staff of two employees.
The Finance Director attends day and evening meetings with the BOS, various boards and commissions, governmental authorities, department heads, and other meetings as required.
The following skills and competencies are required for this position:• A high level of successful performance in municipal management. Demonstrated and verifiable experience developing, managing, and balancing an annual operating and capital expenditure budget of similar complexity to the Township’s is required.
• A progressive record of strong, open professional administrative leadership in a similar community or organization.
• Demonstrated/verifiable experience utilizing sound and effective leadership techniques to establish goals and achieve results within financial and other resource limits, a proven record of leading with high personal integrity and ethical behavior and a record of successful labor/management issues and contract negotiations are important considerations.
• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university in finance, economics, public or business administration or a related field and training in governmental accounting, plus a minimum of 7 – 10 years of progressively responsible financial governmental management experience in a supervisory capacity. A master’s degree in public administration or a related field is desirable or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to qualify for a surety bond.
• Experience with Tyler Tech Enterprise ERP (Munis) a plus.
The Finance Director will receive a competitive compensation and benefits package, which will be based on qualifications and disclosed if you are selected for consideration. All hires are contingent upon successful completion of a background check/verification.
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume with salary history in one document to Assistant Township Manager Jonathan Ewald at jewald@easttown.org Position is open until filled.
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Malvern Borough (population 3,419), Chester County, PA seeks an experienced leader to serve as its Borough Manager.  Manager has authority to supervise all day-to-day operations and coordinates the seven-member Borough Council and staff.  Malvern is located in a beautiful section of Chester County and has maintained a fabulous small-town atmosphere while nearby municipalities have experienced growth. Manager administers an annual budget of $12 million with approximately 20 employees including administration, public works, and police departments.  Candidates should have (1) at least 3-5 yrs of municipal management experience; (2) knowledge of modern local government management principles; (3) strong organizational and financial skills & planning/land development experience; (4) Bachelors Degree (Masters preferred); and (5) strong communication skills.  Salary $120,000-$170,000 with excellent benefits; actual salary to be based on experience/qualifications. Send cover letter and resume in one document to beckettn@lafayette.edu. Deadline is noon on Thursday, August 22^nd.  EOE.

Haverford Township is seeking an experienced Zoning Officer to join our team.
This position is responsible for implementing and enforcing the Township Zoning Code, addressing all incoming communications regarding zoning matters and is a liaison for the Township’s Zoning Hearing Board. Primary functions include administering the intake, technical review, administrative processes and approval of zoning permits, Zoning Hearing Board applications, variance requests, and other zoning matters.
Starting salary is in the low to mid $70,000’s, depending on experience and qualifications.
Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday (35 hours per week with the possibility of some flexibility, subject to the approval of the Department Head and Township Manager), plus mandatory attendance at evening meetings of the Zoning Hearing Board and occasional attendance at other evening meetings.
Applications will be accepted until filled.
Essential functions:
• Serve as staff liaison to the Haverford Township Zoning Hearing Board and other boards, commissions and committees, as assigned.
• Administer the intake, technical review, administrative processes and timely approval or rejection of Zoning Hearing Board applications and other zoning related permit applications.
• Provide technical and administrative support to the Zoning Hearing Board on zoning appeals, variance requests and other zoning matters.
• Review and evaluate building and zoning permit applications for compliance with the Township Zoning Code.
• Serve as the primary contact for inquiries and complaints relating to zoning issues; investigate, research, interpret, explain, and provide guidance; engage other employees when inquiries extend into their areas of expertise.
• Perform inspections to ensure compliance with applicable Township ordinances; routinely tour the Township to detect structures and/or uses that are in violation of Township regulations.
• Prepare for court cases; attend court hearings and/or testify on behalf of the Township as the Zoning Officer, working with the Township Solicitor as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Director of Community Development to draft and implement amendments to the Township Code.
• Work with the Permit and Licensing Coordinator to maintain current and accurate electronic and paper records pertaining to zoning and code matters.
• Work with the Permit and Licensing Coordinator to prepare routine reports to summarize zoning and code-related activity.
• Provide input on the Community Development section of the Township website.
• Ensure compliance with all legal requirements for public notice relating to public hearings and other zoning and development related matters.
• Remain current on legislative changes and case law that influence zoning and code administration through publications, training, and personal contact with other industry professionals.
• Interpret and administer programs and procedures in accordance with approved policies, Township ordinances, and applicable laws, rules, and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.
Qualifications:
• A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible, related experience, in Pennsylvania municipal government, is required.
• Working knowledge of zoning administration and enforcement in accordance with the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code.
• A thorough understanding of the principles and practices of zoning administration and enforcement.
• Ability to grasp basic legal principles of Land Use Law.
• Ability to perform administrative procedures, technical reviews, field inspections and non-criminal investigations.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of service delivery; prioritize citizen and community needs.
• Ability to research, understand and implement municipal policy.
• Ability to interpret maps, property surveys, and aerial photography.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently with self-directed priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates, subordinates, employees and their representatives, professional groups, officials of other agencies, elected officials, attorneys and the general public.
• Ability to properly handle material of a highly confidential nature and exercise discretion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certificates Required:
Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
Benefits:
• Defined contribution retirement plan
• 457(b)
• Paid life insurance
• Excellent paid time off and holidays
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employee Assistance program
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Plymouth Township, located in Plymouth Meeting, PA in Montgomery County, seeks an experienced Township Manager to lead a First Class Township with Home Rule status of approximately 18,256 residents in 8.5 square miles. The Township’s government provides a wide range of services to reflect a unique mix of history and progress and is widely recognized for its efforts to provide a high quality of life and participatory government for its residents to live and/or work. While embracing the future and cherishing its heritage, the Township provides an extensive park system, including the Greater Plymouth Community Center and 11 parks comprising approximately 149 acres. The Township operates with an approved 2024 total overall budget of approximately $25 million general fund with approximately 123 full time staff and two unions.
The Township Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer, Township Secretary and Right to Know Officer appointed by a five (5) member Council with staggered four (4) year terms. The Manager reports to the Council and will be an outstanding communicator who provides reasoned and sound recommendations for the Council’s consideration. The Manager, who embraces open government, transparency and diplomacy, is a highly visible position within the Township and is responsible for implementing all policies set by Council and the general oversight of all the Township’s day-to-day operations. The seasoned Township Manager must efficiently, responsibly, and creatively provide the essential services that build value and protect the health, safety, and rights of all who live and work in Plymouth. The position will assume management responsibility, leadership, and accountability for, but not limited to, administrative staff, financial management, public works, codes, building and life safety, engineering, police, sanitary sewer, storm water, transportation/traffic management, infrastructure, parks and recreation, grant administration, public communication and labor management relations.
Work involves supervising, directing, and coordinating all departments and activities of the Township to ensure operations are in conformance with policy directives, rules,
Plymouth Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer Who Values Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
regulations, and the Plymouth Township Home Rule Charter as well as providing excellent municipal services. The Manager attends day and evening meetings and events with the Council, various authorities, boards and commissions, governmental authorities, department heads, and other meetings as required.
In pursuit of excellence and carrying on the legacy of the retiring Manager, the Township values integrity, stewardship, responsiveness, respect, transparency and partnership. Therefore, the following knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies are required for this position:
• A high level of successful performance in municipal management
• A progressive record of strong, open professional administrative leadership in a similar community or organization
• Demonstrated and verifiable experience developing, managing, and balancing an annual operating and capital expenditure budget of similar complexity to the Township’s budget.
• Ability to analyze and resolve issues with innovative creativity
• Demonstrated/verifiable experience utilizing sound and effective leadership techniques to establish goals and achieve results within financial and other resource limits, a proven record of leading with high personal integrity and ethical behavior and a record of successful labor/management issues and contract negotiations
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Public or Business Administration, Finance, planning or a related field (master’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Political Science, or a closely related field or an equivalent degree is strongly preferred. ICMA Credentialed Manager, a plus).
• A minimum of five (5) years of direct experience as a municipal manager or assistant manager, with experience in planning, organizing, and directing administrative, operational services and municipal finance administration or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience
• The Manager must be bonded and will need to drive a vehicle to township locations and must have a valid driver’s license.
Competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with knowledge, skills, abilities, qualification, and experience. The final candidate’s hire is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check/verification.
Applicants should submit cover letter and resume in one document to Roseann McGrath at Roseann@rmcgrathconsulting.com. This position is open until filled, with the first review of applicants no later than August 18, 2024.