What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant - Office of the Select Board & Town Manager position at Town of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts?
Weekly Hours: 37.5 Hours / Week
Title: Executive Assistant - Office of the Select Board & Town Manager
Location: Town Hall
Bargaining Unit: Non-Union
Hiring Range: $68,000-$72,000 annually
Department & Supervisor: Town Manager
Summary
The Executive Assistant to the Town Manager provides high-level administrative and professional support to the Town Manager, Assistant Town Managers, and Select Board, ensuring the seamless operation of Shrewsbury’s Office of the Select Board & Town Manager. Serving as a trusted partner and strategic resource, the Executive Assistant plays a highly visible and vital role in the governance of the Town.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a vibrant, growing community of more than 38,000 residents. The Executive Assistant will be at the center of Shrewsbury’s commitment to responsive, transparent, and collaborative local government, working in a fast-paced environment where professionalism, adaptability, and initiative are highly valued.
You will
Apply: To learn more about this position please review the full job description. When applying for this position a cover letter and resume may be sent via email to Benjamin Astill, Human Resources Coordinator, at jobs@shrewsburyma.gov indicating the position you are applying for in the subject line. The initial review of applicants will begin on September 15, 2025. The position is open until filled.
Title: Executive Assistant - Office of the Select Board & Town Manager
Location: Town Hall
Bargaining Unit: Non-Union
Hiring Range: $68,000-$72,000 annually
Department & Supervisor: Town Manager
Summary
The Executive Assistant to the Town Manager provides high-level administrative and professional support to the Town Manager, Assistant Town Managers, and Select Board, ensuring the seamless operation of Shrewsbury’s Office of the Select Board & Town Manager. Serving as a trusted partner and strategic resource, the Executive Assistant plays a highly visible and vital role in the governance of the Town.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a vibrant, growing community of more than 38,000 residents. The Executive Assistant will be at the center of Shrewsbury’s commitment to responsive, transparent, and collaborative local government, working in a fast-paced environment where professionalism, adaptability, and initiative are highly valued.
You will
- Facilitate Select Board operations: agendas, minutes, hearings, and action tracking.
- Manage board and committee appointments from posting to onboarding.
- Administer Select Board licensing and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Lead customer service for the office by triaging and responding to resident and business inquiries.
- Provide executive support: calendars, correspondence, and material development.
- Steward records and publications and support payroll/AP for the office.
- 4 years of senior executive support; municipal or public-sector experience preferred.
- Excellent writing and editing with a high level of attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of Open Meeting Law and Public Records.
- Sound judgment, confidentiality, and calm coordination across stakeholders.
- Proficiency with common software platforms and business systems.
Apply: To learn more about this position please review the full job description. When applying for this position a cover letter and resume may be sent via email to Benjamin Astill, Human Resources Coordinator, at jobs@shrewsburyma.gov indicating the position you are applying for in the subject line. The initial review of applicants will begin on September 15, 2025. The position is open until filled.
Salary : $68,000 - $72,000
