Town Administrator

Job Description

The Town of Hubbardston, MA (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 strong agricultural heritage, engaged residents and convenient access to Worcester (18 miles).

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 FY2027 budget of $12 million. The community maintains an AA+ bond rating and strong reserves.

Key Priorities
• Maintain fiscal stability while balancing municipal and school funding
• Support economic development to expand the tax base
• Lead capital planning and infrastructure initiatives
• Advance planning the design and construction of a new municipal complex (town offices and public safety)
• Promote transparency, communication and community engagement

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
• 1–3 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: The Town offers a highly competitive annual salary range of $110,000 to $130,000, with final placement within this tier tailored to the selected candidate’s leadership experience, professional qualifications, and proven track record in municipal operations. In addition to the base compensation package, we provide a comprehensive benefits package.

To Apply:
Submit cover letter and resume (PDF) to: [email protected]
Deadline: September 25th at 3:00 PM (applications reviewed as received) EOE