TOWNSHIP MANAGER — Honey Brook Township (population 8,274), a Second-Class Township in Chester County, PA, seeks an experienced leader and skilled communicator to serve as its Township Manager. Working closely with a three-member Board of Supervisors, the Manager provides hands-on leadership of all Township operations while serving as the primary liaison with staff, residents, and the community. The Manager administers an annual General Fund budget of approximately $3.85 million, along with additional dedicated funds including Capital Reserve, Liquid Fuels, Land Preservation, Recreation, Fire, and EMS, and oversees a staff of three full-time administrative employees and a Public Works crew of five. The Township also operates a robust land preservation program with significant reserves dedicated to preserving Honey Brook's rural and agricultural character.

Candidates should have (1) a minimum of three to five years of municipal experience, with prior Manager or Assistant Manager experience or equivalent preferred; (2) demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and municipal finance; (3) proven ability to build positive relationships with residents and community stakeholders; (4) a Bachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience; and (5) the capacity to mentor and develop staff while managing multiple priorities in a hands-on environment. Familiarity with PA Sunshine Act and Right-to-Know Law, detail oriented/organized, experience with rural and agricultural communities, and experience working with diverse populations including Plain communities are all valued. Salary range $135,000 - $155,000 with excellent benefits; actual salary to be based on experience and qualifications.