Job Description

The town of Nantucket is seeking an experienced and strategic Municipal Finance Director to lead and oversee all financial operations. This is a senior leadership role responsible for long-range financial planning, budgeting, and capital strategy, ensuring the town’s fiscal sustainability.

The Finance Director manages a full-service department (Accounting, Assessing, Treasury, Procurement, and Collections) and serves as a key advisor to the Town Manager, Select Board, and Finance Committee.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or public administration (master’s or CPA preferred). Minimum seven years of municipal/government finance experience, including three years in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of Massachusetts municipal finance practices

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS

The town of Nantucket offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including 90% employer-sponsored health insurance plan options and retirement pension.

Salary: $161,720 – $222,404 per year

Application Deadline: Friday, May 29, 4 p.m.

The town will make housing available for the selected candidate. Housing is not included as a paid benefit; rent and associated costs are the responsibility of the employee. 

Application instructions are available at: www.nantucket-ma.gov

 

Region

Nantucket, Mass.

Population: 14,444

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