Public Works Director, Barrington, NH - Full or Part Time

April 23, 2025

The Town of Barrington is hiring the first official Public Works Director following the retirement announcement of Road Agent, Marc Moreau. This is an important and well-planned step in the evolution from a Highway Department to a Public Works Department. This transition is advised by the work and input of staff, a UNH T2 consultant, and the growing level of service expected by residents. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to lead Barrington’s Highway, Transfer Station, and Facilities/Grounds divisions and the corresponding $3.5 million annual budget into the future

The new Public Works Director will assume responsibility for implementation of the Public Works Department Action Plan. This action plan leaves room for the Public Works Director to make important decisions such as additional department leadership. We are looking for a strong and problem-solving leader. Applicants must possess strong labor/management, leadership, and communication skills. We welcome applications from individuals looking for a full-time or a part-time job role.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit application materials or contact the Town Administrator to learn more about the opportunity. Applications are open until the position is filled with a first resume review date of May 13, 2025. A job description, the Barrington Public Works Transition Action Plan, the Barrington Public Works Equipment Roster, and additional information relating to this opportunity has been posted at www.barrington.nh.gov/publicworksdirector

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Deborah Wood, Human Resources Administrator at dwood@barrington.nh.gov no later than Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:00pm. 

The position has a large full-time salary range of $80,000 to $110,000 and salary placement will be highly dependent on qualifications and experience. The part-time wage rate will be dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience for placement within the range of $40 to $53 per hour. The full-time salary is complemented by an excellent benefit package. The Town of Barrington is an equal opportunity employer. If you have any questions, please contact Conner MacIver, Town Administrator at 603-664-7395 or cmaciver@barrington.nh.gov.

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