TOWN ADMINISTRATOR

Town of Hopkinton
Position Opening
Town Administrator

The Town of Hopkinton, NH (pop. 6,088) is seeking an experienced
and dynamic leader to serve as its next Town Administrator. The current
administrator is departing after more than 15 years of dedicated service.

Hopkinton is a vibrant, supportive community located adjacent to Concord,
the state capital. The town is easily accessible from I-89 and NH 202/9 and
is just an hour from Boston, the ocean, and the mountains—making it an
ideal place to live and work. Hopkinton boasts abundant conservation land,
extensive recreational opportunities, and a school system consistently ranked
among the best in New Hampshire.

The Town operates with an annual budget of just over $10 million, plus an
additional $1.4 million allocated for the Capital Improvement Plan. The
Town Administrator oversees daily operations, leading a team of 41 full-time
and 45 part-time/seasonal employees, and reports to a five-member Select
Board. The position is supported by a team of experienced department heads
and dedicated long-serving staff.

Qualifications & Requirements:
Extensive knowledge of municipal government operations
Strong leadership and relationship-building skills
Excellent financial management and analytical abilities
Ability to effectively present data and speak publicly
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college (master’s
degree preferred) in public administration or a related field
Minimum of five years of experience in municipal management,
or an equivalent combination of education and experience
demonstrating the necessary skills and expertise

Compensation & Application Process:

Hopkinton offers a competitive benefits package and a salary range of up to
$140,000, depending on qualifications. There is no residency requirement.
Hopkinton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter (PDF format) in
confidence to finance@hopkinton-nh.gov by Thursday, April 10, 2025, at
5:00 p.m. EDT.

Additional Information:
www.hopkinton-nh.gov