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The New Jersey Division of Local Government Services has entered into a unique agreement with the City of Trenton whereby the Division will recruit qualified applicants to serve as the City’s Business Administrator and various Department heads.  The agreement is part of a joint effort to identify a high quality team of individuals who can help bring quality management and structural integrity back to the City on behalf of its residents.

While the City of Trenton has ordinances prescribing salary and residency requirements, salary andexceptions to residency requirements are negotiable.  All interested applicants are encouraged to apply by sending a resume to:  Thomas H. Neff, Director, DLGS, Attention: Tina Vignali, 101 S. Broad Street, P.O. Box 803, Trenton, NJ 08625-0803 or via email to dlgs@dca.state.nj.us

Law Department

Provide legal services and advice for Mayor, City Council, and municipal departments. Must have knowledge of appropriate federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances related to municipal operations.  5 years New Jersey municipal law experience required. Member of NJ Bar in good standing.

Department of Finance

The successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in municipal finance and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, budgeting, economics, or business administration from an accredited university.  CPA preferred. Must possess a valid certification as a Chief Municipal Finance Officer issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, grant application and processing experience, supervisory skills, experience in managing municipal budgets in excess of $150 million and knowledge of statutory requirements. The Director of Finance shall be experienced in all financial operations of the city including reviewing expenditures for compliance and developing budget and financial policies, verifying accuracy of processed fiscal actions, estimating revenues and expenditures, monitoring internal financial controls and developing budgeting systems. Municipal budget of approximately $187 million with City receiving significant Transitional Aid.   Knowledge of Edmunds system, payroll and developing budgeting systems.  Prepares annual debt statement and other statements and reports as necessary.

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