Township of Northfield - Township Manager Professional Recruitment - Application Form |
Northfield Township, MI (population 8,479) – Northfield Township, located in Washtenaw County, Michigan, just north of Ann Arbor, is seeking an experienced municipal leader to serve as its next Township Manager.
In 2013, the Township transitioned the government structure from full-time elected leadership to a Council-Manager form of government. At that time the Supervisor, Treasurer, and Clerk were voted in as part-time positions at that time.
The Board of Trustees enacts the policy and appoints the Township Manager. The Manager’s Office is responsible for implementing policy and overseeing the administrative departments that are not under the statutory authority of an elected official. An important duty of the Manager is to facilitate the flow and understanding of ideas and information between and among elected officials, employees, and citizens.
The Township’s fiscal year end 2025 General Fund budget is $1.9 million, with a fund balance of 70%. The total combined revenue budget for all funds is $8.6 million. The Township has 32 full-time employee, 9 part-time employees, and 14 paid-on-call firefighters. The Township also has a long history of collaboration with its neighbors, including dispatch and roads (with Washtenaw County), and providing sewer service to Green Oak Township in neighboring Livingston County.
Key opportunities for the next Manager include economic development, grant acquisition, park and pathway development, and to bridge the rural character of the Township with quality development opportunities. The new Manager will have the opportunity to collaborate to implement the Township’s master plan, including redevelopment of the downtown area and attraction of high quality new commercial/industry development. Experience with capital projects, specifically wastewater utility projects, is preferred. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a team-oriented office and maintain cooperative, collaborative and positive working relationships with staff, public officials, and the public.
Minimum qualifications:
In 2013, the Township transitioned the government structure from full-time elected leadership to a Council-Manager form of government. At that time the Supervisor, Treasurer, and Clerk were voted in as part-time positions at that time.
The Board of Trustees enacts the policy and appoints the Township Manager. The Manager’s Office is responsible for implementing policy and overseeing the administrative departments that are not under the statutory authority of an elected official. An important duty of the Manager is to facilitate the flow and understanding of ideas and information between and among elected officials, employees, and citizens.
The Township’s fiscal year end 2025 General Fund budget is $1.9 million, with a fund balance of 70%. The total combined revenue budget for all funds is $8.6 million. The Township has 32 full-time employee, 9 part-time employees, and 14 paid-on-call firefighters. The Township also has a long history of collaboration with its neighbors, including dispatch and roads (with Washtenaw County), and providing sewer service to Green Oak Township in neighboring Livingston County.
Key opportunities for the next Manager include economic development, grant acquisition, park and pathway development, and to bridge the rural character of the Township with quality development opportunities. The new Manager will have the opportunity to collaborate to implement the Township’s master plan, including redevelopment of the downtown area and attraction of high quality new commercial/industry development. Experience with capital projects, specifically wastewater utility projects, is preferred. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a team-oriented office and maintain cooperative, collaborative and positive working relationships with staff, public officials, and the public.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or related field. Extensive experience without a Bachelor’s Degree will be considered.
- Minimum of five years of progressively more responsible administrative experience in municipal government involving budget preparation, personnel administration, finance, and policy development.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master of Public/Business Administration or related degree.
- Prior experience as a Township Manager
- Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible municipal management experience.
Salary is $85,000 to $110,000 (DOQE). Northfield Township offers a comprehensive benefits package. Northfield Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Interested candidates apply by March 13, 2025.
For questions, contact Jaymes Vettraino, jobs@vettrainoconsulting.com.
For questions, contact Jaymes Vettraino, jobs@vettrainoconsulting.com.