Help Wanted

Help Wanted: Township Manager

Mount Joy Township, Lancaster County, is seeking candidates for Township Manager to lead our growing community of over 10,700 residents. As a Second-Class Township, a five-member Board of Supervisors sets the Township’s policies and annual budget, with the Township Manager advising the Board on those and other administrative matters.  Mount Joy Township has a $5+ million General Fund budget and maintains 66 miles of roadway and 3 public parks.

The Township Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the Township Administration and works directly with the Township Roadmaster to oversee the Public Works Department. Individuals with strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills are invited to apply. Five years of experience in municipal government with a bachelor’s degree in public administration or equivalent degree, or a comparable combination of education and experience, are minimum qualifications for the ideal candidate. Additional highly desirable skills include:

  • Fiscal management and budget preparation
  • Community relations and relationship building with residents and organizations, including strong facilitation and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of the PA Second Class Township Code
  • Staffing of public meetings such as the Board of Supervisors, Park, and Recreation Board, etc.
  • Oversight of employees

This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits including health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and pension through the Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System. Dental and vision insurance are also offered. Wage is commensurate with experience and education. Interested candidates can email a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to jobs@mtjoytwp.org or mail them to 8853 Elizabethtown Road, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 by April 19, 2024.

Township Manager – Job Description

Full-time Help Wanted: Public Works Crew Member

Mount Joy Township is looking for a motivated individual to join our Public Works crew to perform maintenance and construction activities on Township roads, parks and properties. This includes operating Township vehicles and small tools and equipment utilized in the following and other activities as directed by the Township Roadmaster:

1. Perform manual labor on Township construction and maintenance projects.

2. Serve as a helper on power equipment; assist in the servicing and repair of equipment.

3. Assist with painting and carpentry, maintain Township properties, and cut and trim grass.

4. Maintain drainage swales, clean out culverts, fill in washouts.

5. Respond to emergency situations pertaining to Township roads and infrastructure, as directed by the Roadmaster.

A PA Commercial Drivers License is required or the candidate must be able to obtain a CDL promptly after being hired. This is a full-time position with benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and more. The hourly wage is based on experience and qualifications. If interested, please pick up and submit an application to the Mount Joy Township Municipal Office located at 8853 Elizabethtown Road or email Justin Evans with any questions at justin@mtjoytwp.org.

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