Town Manager

Job Description

The town of Old Orchard Beach, Maine is seeking a creative, proactive, community leader to serve as its next Town Manager.

The town of Old Orchard Beach, Maine, is a bustling, classic seaside destination known for its seven-mile stretch of sandy coastline and the iconic, tourist-friendly Pier. As home to Palace Playland, New England’s only beachfront amusement park, it offers a vibrant, nostalgic, and walk-able “Coney Island” atmosphere. A high-energy, family-friendly, and slightly retro summer destination that draws crowds for fireworks, live music at the Ballpark, and easy, walk-able access to downtown businesses.

Population is 8,960 as of the 2020 census, rising to close to 75,000 in July and August.

The Town Manager reports to a five-member Town Council and the annual town operating budget is $28,893,053, excluding schools. The town employs 100 full-time and approximately 100 part-time and seasonal staff.

The successful candidate will have strong experience in local government operations, personnel management, labor relations, and community-based problem solving. Strong interpersonal, listening, written, and verbal skills required.

The Town of Old Orchard Beach requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, five to ten years of progressive experience in municipal government, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The Town offers a generous benefit package along with a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range is $120k to $160k.

A complete job description can be found on the town of Old Orchard Beach website.

The town of Old Orchard Beach is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer