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The West Whiteland Township Board of Supervisors announces two available professional employment opportunities. One is for the professional position of Township Manager. The other is to fill the vacant position of Finance Director. With the tremendous growth that is occurring in West Whiteland Township, the Board of Supervisors is anxious to fill both positions promptly, but will proceed with a wide-spread recruiting effort and a deliberate process to find a range of knowledgeable and qualified candidates. Local Government Management Services, LLC of North Wales PA has been retained to assist the township in recruiting and selecting a both a new manager and a finance director. Applications are currently being accepted and will continue to be accepted until February 29, 2008. Applicants are urged to submit their applications promptly.

Township Manager.
Expected salary range is $105,000 to $125,000. Requires a minimum bachelors degree in public or business administration, or related field and 5 years experience in local government administration with demonstrated supervisory experience. A masters degree is preferred. Experience in growth communities is also desired including work in the field of planning and zoning, as well as general government administration. This position will be responsible for handling all day to day operations of the township. The Board is seeking a high-energy performer for this critical and challenging position. Knowledge of Pennsylvania municipal government operations and rules strongly desired.

Finance Director.
Expected salary range is $75,000 to $85,000. Requires a minimum bachelors degree in finance, accounting, or related field. A certification as a CPFO (certified public finance officer) or CPA (certified public accountant) is desired. Municipal experience is highly preferred along with demonstrated supervisory experience in a similar sized organization. Knowledge and experience in contract management as it pertains to financial matters is also desired. This position will report directly to the township manager and will be responsible for all financial and accounting matters of the township including budget preparation and administration, payroll, and all major human resource functions including labor relations and benefits administration. Seeking strong interpersonal and technical skills, including a working knowledge of the requirements of GASB 34 & 45. Familiarity with municipal finance software required. Applicants will need to demonstrate their ability to optimize the use of the township’s financial software to prepare balanced and reconciled financial statements, monthly treasurer’s reports, budget preparation and administration, and financial analysis. The township currently uses Munis software.

The township has a $28 million budget (all funds) and currently employs 64 FT employees. Send separate cover letter, resume, salary requirements to: Local Government Management Services, LLC 112 Cathedral Drive, North Wales, PA 19454. LGMS@comcast.net