Deadline: February 23, 2026
Position Summary
Bethlehem Township (population 26,000) Northampton County, PA seeks a dynamic, experienced, and skilled leader to serve as its Township Manager. The Manager has authority to direct and supervise all day-to-day operations of the government, and serves as the central point of contact among the five-member Board of Commissioners, staff, and the community in this First Class Township. The Manager administers an annual budget of $37 million (including GF budget of $21.9M, Sewer Budget of $7.2M, and capital budget of $7.4M) with 6 department heads (Police, Public Works, Physical Plant/Information Services, Community Development, Finance, and Recreation). There are approximately 100 FT/100 PT employees.
Qualifications
Candidates should have (1) a minimum of three years of municipal management experience in a municipality of similar size and complexity; (2) knowledge of modern local government management principles, practices, programs, and innovation; (3) a Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s preferred; and (4) demonstrated dynamic leadership ability and strong organizational skills. Salary range $145,000-$185,000 with excellent benefits; actual salary to be based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply
Candidates should send cover letter, resume, and salary history/expectation in one attachment to beckettn@lafayette.edu. Deadline is noon on February 23, 2026. Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.