The Town of Westford, MA seeks a proactive, seasoned municipal leader committed to excellence to serve as its next Town Manager. Westford is a welcoming New England community known for outstanding public services, award-winning schools, a rich history, and a high quality of life. Located along the I-495/Route 3 corridor, 35 miles northwest of Boston, the Town offers abundant recreational amenities and convenient access to Greater Boston and New Hampshire.

This full-service municipality operates under an Open Town Meeting form of government with a five-member Select Board and Town Manager. Supported by two (2) Assistant Town Managers and an experienced department head team, the Manager oversees an FY2027 operating budget of approximately $144 million, a capital budget exceeding $12 million, and more than 480 full- and part-time employees, excluding the School Department. Westford has a strong tradition of prudent financial management, substantial reserves, an AAA bond rating, and a strong residential, commercial, and industrial tax base.

The next Town Manager will lead Westford at an important time, balancing significant capital needs and long-term financial sustainability while advancing economic development, strengthening the commercial tax base, executing the Town’s strategic priorities, and maintaining the high-quality municipal services residents expect.

The ideal candidate will have at least seven (7) years of senior-level municipal administration experience and a demonstrated record of leading a complex public organization. Candidates should bring strong experience in operating and capital budgeting, long-range financial planning, major facilities and infrastructure initiatives, organizational leadership and staff development, collective bargaining and labor relations, and collaboration with elected officials, boards, committees, employees, and residents.

A Master’s in Public Administration or a related field is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and substantial municipal executive experience will be considered.

The Town has established a salary range of $225,000 to $255,000, with a competitive benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience. Westford is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

For further information potential candidates are directed to the Municipal Resources, Inc. website at www.mrigov.com/career or to contact Alan Gould, President, Municipal Resources Inc., at 603-279-0352 x320.

To apply submit a resume and cover letter, in confidence, as a single PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by Monday, November 16th, 2026, at 8 AM EST.