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The Vermont League of Cities and Towns, a unique, member-owned organization, has an immediate need for an experienced human resources professional to join our management team. This key role reports to the Executive Director and serves as internal consultant and strategic partner in the furtherance of our mission to serve and strengthen Vermont local governments.

The HR Director manages all aspects of human resources while providing hands-on customer service to staff and our municipal members as needed. Areas of responsibility include employee relations, recruiting, compensation management, benefits administration, legal compliance, performance management, training, record keeping, and ergonomics and safety. A complete job description is available here.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) plus at least five years at a professional, managerial level in human resources;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• strong knowledge of state and federal payroll, benefits and human resources-related laws;
• strong listening and coaching skills;
• the ability to work well independently and as part of a team;
• excellent research and analytical skills plus the ability to anticipate with both sensitivity and strategic thinking;
SPHR designation or human resources certificate from an accredited college or university strongly preferred.

Conveniently located in downtown Montpelier, VLCT offers a quality workplace and an excellent total compensation package that includes defined benefit and defined contribution plan choices with up to 12.1% total employer contribution. Further benefits include long-term care insurance, Section 125 plan, life and disability insurances, dental and choice of two health plans. To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, contact information for three references to jobsearch@vlct.org with HR as subject. E.O.E.

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Hooksett, New Hampshire (pop. 13,451, a $15.8 million operating budget, and 127 full-time and 33 part-time employees), seeks an experienced administrator to manage all aspects of local town government under the control of a 9-member town council. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, leadership, and a proven ability to establish and manage multiple priorities. Experience and knowledge of fiscal management, economic development and employee/labor relations is necessary. The town prefers candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or related field. Master's degree preferred plus 10 years experience. Salary dependent upon qualifications and experience; excellent fringe benefits.

To apply, send letter and resume, including salary history, by May 13, 2011 to:

Professional Recruitment Service - Hooksett
PO Box 617
Concord, NH 03302-0617.

EOE.

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The Town of Raymond, New Hampshire (pop. 10,500), is seeking a dynamic, articulate, and experienced administrator to manage daily municipal operations with 60+ employees, a $7 M annual budget, and two municipal collective bargaining units in a full-service community. The Town Manager reports to and receives policy direction from a five-member Board of Selectmen and operates in accordance with NHRSA Chapter 37. Raymond is seeking a leader with a track record of integrity and leadership and a successful background in service as a Town Manager, Assistant Town Manager, or in a similar executive level position in either public service or business administration.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in public/business administration or related field (Master's degree desirable);
• 5 years of increasingly responsible management experience; and
• experience and knowledge of fiscal management, economic development, and employee/labor relations.

For a detailed profile of the position, an employment application, and more information on what Raymond has to offer as a community, visit www.Raymondnh.gov. Salary range, $75,000 to $85,000. If you have a passion for local government and serving its citizens, send in confidence a cover letter, resume, five work-related references, and completed Raymond job application by May 12, 2011 to:

Raymond Town Manager Search
4 Epping Street
Raymond, NH 03077.

EOE.

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The Town of Wells, Maine is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Town Manager. Wells is a full-service coastal resort community located in southern Maine whose year-round population of 10,000 increases seasonally to 35,000. Wells has a municipal budget (excluding schools) of $15 million and a Town Meeting-Selectmen-Town Manager form of government with a five-member Board of Selectmen and 100 full-time employees.

The Board is seeking an individual with strong financial management, communications, and demonstrated leadership skills. Experience with technology, team building, human resource management, and growth management and economic development would be assets for the new Town Manager. The Board of Selectmen prefers a candidate with a degree in Public Administration and municipal management experience. However, individuals with equivalent experience and education are encouraged to apply. Salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

To apply, email resume and cover letter with salary requirements by Monday, May 23, 2011 to HumanResource@memun.org. You may also fax the information to 207-624-0118 or send it via U.S. mail to:

Director of Personnel Services
Maine Municipal Association
60 Community Drive
Augusta, ME 04330.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The Town of Shaftsbury is seeking applications from qualified personnel for the full time (40+ hrs/week) position of Road Foreman to manage Highway Dept. operations, a $750,000 annual budget, supervise crew of 5, and maintain 70 miles of roads plus bridges, culverts and sidewalks. Health, retirement, disability benefits. Salary negotiable.

Requirements: high school diploma, 5-7 years progressive experience in highway maintenance and operations, a Vermont CDL B, and computer skills. Certified welding skills strongly preferred. A detailed job description and application form are available from the Town Offices (802-442-4043) at 61 Buck Hill Road in Shaftsbury, or via download from www.shaftsbury.net.

To apply, submit application form, resume, and 3 professional references by Monday, May 9, 2011 to:

Town Administrator
PO Box 409
61 Buck Hill Road
Shaftsbury, VT 05262

or shaftsburyadministrator@comcast.net. The Town of Shaftsbury is an EEO employer.

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The Assistant Finance Manager and Benefits Administrator provides financial and administrative support to the Town of Stowe. Work involves preparing and maintaining budgetary, accounting, financial and statistical records; assisting in the review of financial transactions; and providing assistance to department heads, employees and the general public.

Responsibilities:

• process payroll weekly;
• process accounts payable;
• serve as liaison between the Town, its employees and the various benefit providers;
• assist employees with benefit questions and procedures and enrolling them in benefit programs; and
• prepare and process related financial paperwork for compensation and benefit program administration.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field, supplemented by three years of experience administering compensation and benefits programs, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Applicants should possess excellent interpersonal, technical, professional and organizational skills, and a working knowledge of municipal budgeting/finance. Knowledge of computer hardware and software, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, is required. Experience and knowledge of accounting software packages that include payroll, accounts payable and general ledger is a must.

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits. Starting hourly rate, $20.80-$22.93, dependent upon qualifications and experience. A job description and application are available on our website, here.

To apply, send letter of interest and resume to:

Susan Moeck
Town of Stowe
PO Box 730
Stowe, VT 05672,

or email recruit@townofstowevermont.org.

Applications accepted until position is filled, but we'll begin scheduling interviews no later than May 19, 2011. EOE.

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Looking for something fun and rewarding this summer? Stowe Rec seeks energetic and motivated summer camp counselors to lead games and build lifetime memories with our campers! Qualified candidates should have a creative imagination, a willingness to try new things and a positive attitude. Think you have what it takes? Hourly salary, $8.25-$11.00, dependent on qualifications and experience.

To apply, download a job description and application from our website, here. Then send an application, letter of interest, and current resume to:

Susanne Gann, HR Coordinator
Town of Stowe
PO Box 730
Stowe, VT 05672,

or email to recruit@townofstowevermont.org. E.O.E.

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Spend your summer outdoors caring for parks and recreation facilities! Work includes landscaping and grounds maintenance, operation of light equipment, lifting heavy loads and frequent outdoor work, sometimes in inclement weather. Team members must be self-motivated, eager to learn and have a great work ethic. High school diploma or equivalent and valid driver's license required. Lawn care and small equipment maintenance experience preferred. Hourly salary, $10.50-$12.50, dependent on qualifications and experience.

To apply, download a job description and application from our website, here. Then send an application, letter of interest, and current resume to:

Susanne Gann, HR Coordinator
Town of Stowe
PO Box 730
Stowe, VT 05672,

or email to recruit@townofstowevermont.org. E.O.E.

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The Milton Public Library is looking for a full-time Librarian to lead its community, staff and services into the future. The ideal candidate will be prepared to play a key role in shaping the vision for the new physical and virtual world of the library, which is currently in the middle of a 10,000 sq. ft. expansion-renovation project that will be completed by the end of April.

We seek a tech-lover librarian with proven managerial skills, a library information specialist with a combined reference and technological orientation who can:

• model and promote strong leadership of an eight-member staff team through establishing a proactive, creative and patron-oriented environment;
• collaborate with other librarians and community organizations to provide outreach and continuity of services;
• develop, implement and maintain a dynamic Web presence through a library website, blogs, social networking sites and promotion of RSS feeds;
• recommend and implement new and developing technologies;
• provide leadership and be a visionary for our virtual reference team, incorporating staff in the implementation of transformative technology, online databases and exploring and recommending new and innovative online resources;
• create and provide for the community library technical instruction through multimedia webcasts; and
• provide training and support for all other librarians and staff in current and emerging technologies.

Minimum Qualifications: MLIS degree or a completed Vermont DOL Librarian Certificate, with experience preferred. Must have a demonstrable technological background and experience with a progressively responsible role in library administration. Salary, mid $40K-$50K, commensurate with background and experience. Position to start July 1, 2011.

Learn more about Milton by visiting the town's website, www.milton.govoffice2.com. Then watch this video. If the message speaks to your experience, please email a letter of interest and resume with detailed tech experience by May 15, 2011 to Jennifer Dooley, MPL Trustee Chair, at dooleyrj2000@comcast.net.

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The Town of Plainfield is searching for a qualified consultant to evaluate the structural condition of the Town Hall, located at 18 High Street, Plainfield. The focus of the inspection needs to be assessing the buildings current structural integrity and providing a long-term maintenance plan. For further information, call the Town Clerk's office at 454-8461.

Please submit your proposal by May 20, 2011 to:

Town of Plainfield
PO Box 217
Plainfield, VT 05667.

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The Town of Pittsford is accepting sealed bids on the sale of a 2002 Ford F-550 Dump/Plow Truck, with 7.3L turbo diesel engine, 6-speed manual transmission with O/D, hydraulic 9 ft wing and 9.5 ft one-way all-angle front plow and a double-auger Swenson tail gate spreader, 89,500 miles. Photos of the vehicle are here, here, here, and here.

Truck will be sold "as is," with no warranties. The Town makes no guarantees, either express or implied, as to the suitability of the truck for any purpose. Minimum bid, $15,000. Contact Highway Foreman Shawn Erickson at 483-6886 to make an appointment to inspect the vehicle.

Submit bid in a sealed envelope marked "Truck Bid" by noon on Friday, May 13, 2011 to:

Office of the Town Manager
PO Box 10
Pittsford, VT 05763.

Bids will be opened at that time and presented thereafter to the selectboard for consideration. The successful bidder will provide cash (or its equivalent) in full within 10 days of notification that the bid has been accepted by the selectboard and before taking possession of the truck. Registration, title, and any tax due are the responsibility of the successful bidder. The Town of Pittsford reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

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The Essex Parks and Recreation Department has a pool solar cover and rack for sale. The cover comes in sheets 76 feet long by 20 feet wide and will cover 4,828 square feet. The rack is on wheels and has a crank to collect the solar sheets. (Here is a photo.) For more information or to arrange a time to view the cover and rack, please contact Mark Berry at mberry@essex.org. Price is negotiable.

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Fire Department Rescue Vehicle: 1994 Chevrolet K3500 with dual rear wheels, rescue style 12-ft body, 7.4 liter 454 c.i., 165 amp leese-neville alternator, 4000 watt RV generator, and two 1000W Extendalite scene lights. 26,000 original miles. Vehicle can be seen at J&L Service Center, 216 South Main Street, St Albans.

Questions? Call Chief Cross (802-782-1655) or Asst. Chief Swann (802-782-1149). Please submit bid in a sealed envelope marked "FD Truck Bid" by June 11, 2011 to:

Christine Murphy, Town Manager
PO Box 37
St. Albans Bay, VT 05481.

Bids will be opened by the Selectboard at its June 14, 2011 public meeting.

Boat Motor: 1999 Yamaha 200 Saltwater Series outboard motor with associated controls. For more information, call Jay Sweeney (752-7269) or Randy Swann (782-1149). Submit bid in a sealed envelope marked "FD Boat Motor" by May 15, 2011 to:

Christine Murphy, Town Manager
PO Box 37
St. Albans Bay, VT 05481.

Also available:

• 1985 Chevy Blazer 4x4 diesel, poor condition, runs, needs battery, $300.
• 1978 International Street Sweeper, poor condition, $500.
• Stainless steel 9" Auger tailgate sander for dump body truck, very good condition, $1,750.

For questions about any of this equipment, please contact Steve Beauregard, Director of Public Works, at 782-0934. All items can be viewed at the St Albans Town Public Works Garage on Georgia Shore Road. Submit bid in a sealed envelope marked with the piece of equipment you are bidding on by May 15, 2011 to:

Christine Murphy, Town Manager
PO Box 37
St. Albans Bay, VT 05481.

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The Town of St Albans, Vt. is accepting bids for a replacement motor for the Fire Department's 21' Sea Hawk rescue boat. Specifications: 200 hp 2-stroke engine with associated controls and gauges to include steering assist. For further information, please contact Jay Sweeney at 752-7269.

Submit bid in a sealed envelope marked "FD Replacement Motor" by 5 p.m. on May 9, 2011 to:

Christine Murphy, Town Manager
PO Box 37
St. Albans Bay, VT 05481.

The Selectboard will open and review all bids on May 9, 2011.

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The Town of Proctor needs an experienced crew chief to supervise and skillfully maintain and repair the Town highway infrastructure under the guidance of the selectboard. Supervisory experience in road and utility work desirable. Requirements include a valid driver's license, Vermont CDL, high school diploma or equivalent, and residency in Proctor or the immediate area. Essential duties include maintaining Town roads, stormwater collection system, and winter plowing. The Commissioner will also work with the Water and Wastewater Departments to install new or repair existing water and sewer mains. He or she must be a team player. Preference given to applicants with experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment.

This is a full-time, year-round salaried position with a competitive compensation package. For a complete job description, call the Town at 459-3333. To apply, submit a cover letter of interest and resume to:

Rick Anderson, Selectboard Chair
Proctor Town Offices
45 Main Street
Proctor, VT 05765.

Resume review begins May 1, 2011. Resumes accepted until position is filled. EOE.

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The Town of Milton, Vermont is seeking a qualified person to fill the position of Deputy Chief Financial Officer. The Deputy CFO has the primary responsibility for the professional administration of the financial operations of the Town. He or she will ensure the financial strength and viability of the Town and assist in its strategic development and planning by formulating sound financial policies.

The Deputy CFO is responsible for performing complex financial and accounting work for the Town including the administration of its operating budget and oversight of its computerized accounting system. This is an appointed full time, "hands on" exempt position serving as the department head and the supervisor of the staff in the Finance Department.

The Deputy CFO assists development of all budgets, their implementation and analysis, administers the business aspects of the Town, including grants and contracts, and assists and makes recommendations to the Town Manager on numerous issues that affect Town business.

Salary, $50,000-$60,000 with benefits, based on qualifications/experience. A job description and an employment application are available either in the Town Manager's Office or on the Town Website at www.milton.govoffice2.com. To apply, submit a completed employment application and resume by May 2, 2011, to:

Town Manager's Office
43 Bombardier Road
Milton, VT 05468-3205.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The Town of St. Albans, Vt. seeks a part-time (24-hour/week) Financial Administrator to oversee the maintenance of comprehensive accounting records for the Town. The successful applicant will possess knowledge of municipal accounting practices and principles, have exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, possess a positive attitude, and be able to work as part of a team. Competitive hourly salary.

For a complete job description, please go to www.stalbanstown.com and click on the link for the Financial Administrator job on the home page, or contact Jennifer Gray at adminast@comcast.net or at (802) 527-8346. To apply, addresse a cover letter to Christine Murphy, Town Manager, and send it and a resume to adminast@comcast.net. The Town hopes to fill this position by early May 2011. Equal opportunity employer.

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The Town of Calais, Vt. seeks a part-time (10 hrs per month) Zoning Administrator to perform administrative, professional, regulatory, and technical work related to the Town's development review process and local and state regulations. The zoning administrator is the principal staff person responsible for issuing permits, assisting applicants, conducting enforcement actions, and educating the public about the requirements of Calais Land Use and Development Regulations. A complete job description is here. Salary, $15-$20 per hour depending on experience, plus mileage.

To apply, mail cover letter and resume to:

Jack Russell, Chair
Calais Planning Commission
3120 Pekin Brook Road
E. Calais, VT 05650.

Position open until filled.

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The Town of Pittsford is investigating alternatives to the Town's Transfer Station operation. One option being considered is the discontinuance of in-house management, staffing and operation of the facility. It is intended that the Town would maintain ownership of property and facility equipment.

In pursuit of this alternative, the Town is requesting proposals from qualified individuals and firms. Based on such proposals, the Town may choose to select one responder with which to negotiate. Proposals should address:

• Proposer qualifications and references.
• In-place obligations of the Town and how compliance may be achieved.
• An outline/discussion on how proposed changes (to present operations, hours of operation and rates) would be presented to the Town for approval. This discussion should include a cursory outline of such anticipated changes.
• A discussion of the time duration (number of years) sought by the Proposer.
• Site insurance and liability.
• Maintenance and re-application of required permits and certifications.
• A discussion of benefits to the Town, financial and otherwise.
• A discussion of contract exit plan.

The Town of Pittsford is a member of the Rutland County Solid Waste District. As such, it has obligations that must be honored. Other obligations to be honored, complied with, and incorporated into any proposal include state and federal permits and certifications and in-place hauling arrangements. It will be the responsibility of the Proposer to research, identify and familiarize themselves with such obligations.

The Town will answer questions and disclose information to the best of its ability. Information submitted by Proposers will not be generally disclosed. For more information, contact John Haverstock, Pittsford Town Manager, at 802-483-6500 x 20. The deadline to submit the RFP is May 20, 2011.

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The Town of Milton, Vt. is seeking a qualified person to fill the position of Zoning Administrator in the Planning and Economic Development Department. Applicants interested in a part-time position only will also be considered.

The zoning administrator performs administrative, professional, regulatory, and technical work related to the administration and enforcement of the Town of Milton's land-use ordinances and bylaws in effect. He or she is the principal staff person responsible for issuing permits, assisting applicants, conducting enforcement actions, and educating the public about the requirements of the Town of Milton Zoning and Subdivision Regulations. In addition, the position administers and enforces the litter ordinance and State health code. The position requires considerable judgment in the literal application, interpretation and enforcement of town laws and policies. The ideal candidate will be able to interact with the public in a positive manner than inspires confidence in the Town. The full job description is on the Town's website, www.milton.govoffice2.com, under Employment Opportunities.

Salary: $20.11 to $25.89 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

To apply, download an employment application here, or obtain one from the Town Manager's Office, 43 Bombardier Road in Milton. Once it is completed, submit it with your resume to the Town Manager's Office.

Position open until filled. The Town of Milton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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