Village Administrator
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or a closely related field required. Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) business Administration (MBA), or related field preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in municipal management or public sector administration. A strong background in budget development and management, strategic planning, human resources, organizational change and development, capital improvement planning and execution, and community engagement is required. The successful candidate should be a person of high personal and professional honesty and integrity; a team builder in addressing community issues; a good listener; and able to work with a wide variety of people and perspectives. A collaborative management style in working with Village Staff, Village Board, and community stakeholders is also highly desired.
Mount Horeb is seeking an approachable, visionary leader to be its next Village Administrator. Located just 20 miles west of Wisconsin’s state capital, Madison, in the scenic hills of western Dane County, Mount Horeb is a vibrant and growing community that blends its unique small-town character with proximity to one of the Midwest’s most dynamic metropolitan areas.
Mount Horeb’s economy reflects a blend of local entrepreneurship, agriculture, tourism, and regional employment. The community’s historic downtown along Main Street is famous for its Norwegian-inspired culture and the iconic “trolls” that line the street. This area serves as a hub for restaurants, shops, and small businesses that attract visitors from across the region. The community’s scenic beauty, as well as its small-town quality of life with nearby big-city amenities, make it a tremendous place to live, learn, work, and play!
The Mount Horeb Village Administrator supports the work of the Village Board and municipal boards and committees by coordinating the organization’s official business and providing leadership and direction. The Village Administrator is expected to be actively involved in promoting the community and its economic development, and in promoting and maintaining the Village’s strong business environment. The Village Administrator hires village department heads and other administrative staff and oversees the management of department-led projects and activities. The Village Administrator is the face of the municipal government and should be very visible in the community, representing the Village organization. The Village Administrator in Mount Horeb serves as an ex officio member of Village boards, commissions, and committees unless otherwise directed by the Village Board. As mentioned above, a key responsibility is to work collaboratively with the developers, the Village Planner, the Village Attorney, and the Village Engineer on matters related to land divisions, zoning, and subdivision improvement requirements.
As part of its preparation for the recruitment of the next Mount Horeb Village Administrator, PAA conducted an assessment of what some 25+ elected Mount Horeb officials and staff wish to see in their next administrator, and the following were some key expectations that came out of that assessment:
- Proactive budgeting and financial management
- Managing growth responsibly while preserving community character
- Fostering continued collaborative initiatives and partnerships with community stakeholders
- Maintaining and revitalizing Mount Horeb’s unique and historic downtown
- Hiring and retaining talented staff
- Promoting community engagement on all levels
- Addressing housing needs for a changing population of community residents A full position description can be found here: www.mounthorebwi.info/DocumentCenter/View/906/Position-Description-Village-Administrator