The Town of Needham, Mass. (pop. 32,091), is seeking a highly qualified municipal finance professional to serve as Town Treasurer/Tax Collector. Reporting to the Assistant Town Manager/Director of Finance and overseeing an office of five FTEs, this position serves as custodian of the financial assets of the town with a specific focus on general fund cash, stabilization funds, trust funds, enterprise funds and investments, borrowing and debt management, tax titles, and collection of taxes. The Treasurer/Tax Collector also serves as Treasurer of the Needham Contributory Retirement Board. Needham is a primarily residential community, located about 10 miles southwest of Boston, with a AAA bond rating and strong finances. The Town has a five-member Select Board, a Representative Town Meeting form of government, and an FY23 overall spending plan of $221.3 million.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Administration, or a related field and seven years of related experience, including three years of supervisory experience. Attainment of a Massachusetts Certified Treasurer/Collector is desirable. Must have the ability to be bonded. The successful candidate will receive an attractive compensation package, including health and retirement plans.

Annual salary: $105K+/- DOQ. AA/EOE.

For additional information related to the position, the Town and the application process, visit www.communityparadigm.com or contact Bernard Lynch, Principal, Community Paradigm Associates at blynch@communityparadigm.com. Position is open until filled. For a guaranteed review of application materials, submit materials by November 25, 2022, 3:00 p.m. EST. Send résumé and cover letter in a single PDF via email, in confidence, Subject: Needham Treasurer/Collector, to: Apply@communityparadigm.com.