Town Administrator

Town Administrator

Town of Milliken

Exempt $187,000.00-$207,000 DOQ

Benefits:  Health, dental, vision, retirement, vacation, disability, life insurance, scheduled holidays, sick time.

Apply:  Submit resumes to cpowell@millikenco.gov or visit www.millikenco.gov for more details.  Closes April 27, 2026 by 5:00pm.

The Board of Trustees seeks a professional, resourceful Town Administrator with a commitment to building relationships at all levels, open and transparent government, highest quality of services, and enhanced economic and community growth.  Milliken operates under a statutory town governance system.  The Mayor and six Trustees are elected at-large and set policy directions for the Town.  The Town Board appoints the Town Administrator to oversee daily operations and implement policy.

Milliken’s outgoing Administrator is retiring and has dedicated nearly three decades to the Town. Several key department directors and staff members have tenures exceeding 10 to 15 years, providing deep institutional knowledge.

The town offers an excellent benefit package and will enter into an employment agreement with the successful applicant. Degree in public or business administration or related field, plus 5-7 years local government management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.  An active communicator and avid builder of relationships with vision for a sustainable community.  Collaborative skills with the Board of Trustees for strategic planning, goals and priorities.  Business acumen to manage diversification of the tax base, financial planning, service delivery, and infrastructure and community improvements. 

Resumes for the Town Administrator position by email, USPS, or hand delivered to Town Hall must be received by the Town, to the attention of Town Administrator, Cheryl Powell, at cpowell@millikenco.gov by 5:00 p.m. on April 27, 2026  Applicants are welcome to refer questions to Cheryl Powell by email or by phone at:(970) 660-5049 or (970) 587-4331. All applicants are encouraged to visit the Town’s website at www.millikenco.gov.