Municipal Manager – Town of Waterbury, Vermont

The Town of Waterbury, Vermont (pop. 5,300) seeks a collaborative and fiscally astute Municipal Manager to serve as the town’s Chief Administrative Officer. This role requires managing a $6.6M budget (2026) with 21 FT employees, 16 PT employees, and numerous seasonal employees. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader capable of navigating multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects while maintaining the small-town accessibility that Waterbury residents value. This leadership role oversees all Town operations, finances, personnel, and municipal services in accordance with Vermont law and the Waterbury Town Charter.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all Town departments, services, and operating systems
• Supervise department heads and administrative staff; support the Library Director as needed
• Prepare and administer annual operating and capital budgets; oversee financial reporting, investments, and borrowing
• Lead personnel management, including hiring, training, benefits, labor relations, and policy development
• Oversee capital projects, public works planning, zoning functions, and community/economic development initiatives
• Administer grants and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Serve as primary liaison to the Selectboard, community groups, media, partner agencies and the independent Edward Farrar Utility District.
• Provide policy recommendations and ensure effective communication across Town government.
• Represent the Town in sensitive or complex matters requiring strong judgment and public engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration required; advanced degree preferred
• 4–6 years of relevant managerial and financial experience; municipal experience strongly preferred
• Specific expertise in FEMA/Grant Administration and capital project management is a major plus.
• Understanding of Vermont municipal law (Title 24) and the statutory duties of the Clerk and Treasurer.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with the public, staff, elected officials, and external partners

Work Environment & ADA

• The position involves office work, site visits, public meetings, and regular interaction with residents and partner organizations. Essential functions may require periods of sitting, movement through municipal facilities and outdoor areas, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $125,000 – $145,000 (Commensurate with experience).
• Benefits: Enrolled in the Vermont Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (VMERS) Group C; premium health/dental coverage; and a supportive professional development budget.

Full informational brochure available at: https://www.waterburyvt.com/fileadmin/files/Municipal_Manager/Waterbury…

The application process is being managed by the Vermont League of Cities and Towns on behalf of the Select Board. Please direct any questions and submit applications to Bill Fraser, VLCT Management Consultant at bfraser@vlct.org or 802-522-5846. Application deadline is May 27, 2026.

The Town of Waterbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer.