Job Details
Position:
Township Manager
Company:
Shaler Township - Shaler, PA , USA
Job Description:
The Township of Shaler, population approximately 29,700, a well-established First-Class
Township in western Pennsylvania north of Pittsburgh, seeks applicants for the position of
Township Manager. Managerial responsibility includes administration of all departments
including a 27-member full time Police Department, 23-member Public Works Department
including a 3-member Parks and Recreation crew and 3-member Sanitary Sewer crew as well as
all administrative duties for a First-Class Township. The Township is governed by a 7-member
Board of Commissioners. The annual General Fund Budget is $16,500,000.
General Purpose: Under administrative direction of the Board of Commissioners, serves as the
Chief Administrative Officer responsible for the analysis, development, implementation and
coordination of all Township policies and programs; directs the activities of the departments, and
assures compliance of all Township departments activities with Township goals.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed
by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and
responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be
required to perform additional, position specific duties.
• Serves as of the Township, principal advisor to the Board of Commissioners, and Secretary
of the municipal corporation; directs Township operations; exercises independent
judgment within broad policy guidelines; evaluates and analyzes issues, and recommends
and implements solutions; identifies and monitors goals and objectives; assures effective
communication of actions required to meet the needs of internal and external customers.
• Develops and directs strategies to meet Township goals and objectives; interprets concerns,
defines desired results, develops solutions, determines scope and priorities of programs and
special projects; evaluates Township needs, determines service requirements and goals,
and assures the efficient delivery of high quality public services.
• Meets regularly with Department Directors to provide direction and guidance; analyzes
and evaluates issues and proposals, and directs the implementation of solutions.
• Monitors organization and operations; develops and approves recommendations for
improving Township operations and processes; assures that strategic goals are reached.
• Provides leadership, direction and coaching to employees; effectively addresses personnel
issues in order to promote a productive and healthy work environment.
• Plans, coordinates, and directs operations; assures that program objectives and standards
are defines, attained, communicated, and congruent with the overall goals of the Township;
interprets and authorizes exceptions to standard policies and procedures; develops systems
and standards for program evaluation; negotiates agreements and signs contracts, financial
and legal documents, and official reports and correspondence.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, philosophies, attitudes, values and intentions of
the Township by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.
• Management of unionized bargaining groups, including public works and police and
responsible for negotiating collective bargaining agreements and dealing with all labor issues.
Please view our website to learn more about the position. https://www.shaler.org/338/Employment-Opportunities
This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a defined benefit
pension plan. Candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, three (3) professional
references, an expected salary range and salary history to [email protected].
Resumes will be accepted until May 20, 2025.
The Township of Shaler is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be
considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual
orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected
by law. Shaler Township residency is preferred but not required for the successful candidate.
Contact Information
Human ResourcesPhone: NA
Fax: NA
[email protected]
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