Town Administrator

Job Description

Town Administrator – Hubbardston

The town of Hubbardston (pop. ~4,147) seeks an experienced, collaborative, and community-focused professional to serve as its next Town Administrator. Located in north-central Worcester County, Hubbardston is a rural community with a strong agricultural heritage, engaged residents, and convenient access to Worcester. 

Hubbardston operates under an Open Town Meeting form of government with a five-member Select Board and a professional Town Administrator structure. The town has approximately 25 full-time and 60+ part-time employees and a FY2026 budget of $11.6 million. The community maintains an AA+ bond rating, strong reserves, and little long-term debt. 

Key Priorities 

• Advance planning the design and construction of a new municipal complex (town offices and public safety)  

• Maintain fiscal stability while balancing municipal and school funding  

• Support economic development to expand the tax base  

• Lead capital planning and infrastructure initiatives  

• Promote transparency, communication, and community engagement  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred  

• One to three years of municipal management or comparable leadership experience  

• Strong background in municipal finance, budgeting, and personnel management  

• Experience with collective bargaining (MGL c.150E) and procurement preferred  

Compensation 

Salary: $130,000 – $150,000 (DOQ), with competitive benefits. 

To Apply: 

Submit cover letter and resume (PDF) to: [email protected]
Deadline: Friday, May 1 at 3 p.m. (applications reviewed as received) 

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