Posted: August 5, 2026
Deadline: September 18, 2026
Job Function: Town Manager
Job Location: Town Hall, 7408 Constitution Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
Compensation: This position has a maximum bi-weekly salary of $3,641.61. The rate for this position will be commensurate with education and experience. A comprehensive benefit package is offered that includes health insurance with medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and participation in the Indiana Public Retirement System, as well as paid time off and vacation. The Town of Cedar Lake has an employee assistance program through Franciscan Health.
Job Summary
The Town Manager is the chief administrative officer for the Town and is responsible for overseeing municipal operations, including public works, water and wastewater utilities, infrastructure projects, personnel, contracts, and regulatory compliance. This position works directly with the Town Council, Clerk-Treasurer, and serves as staff liaison to the various boards and commissions of the Town.
The Town Manager will plan, organize, coordinate, and direct through Department Heads, superintendents, and support staff the operations of the Town. Develop and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards. Advise and make recommendations to the Town Council. Attend Town Council and board meetings.
Other duties include but are not limited to compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; preparing and administering the annual budget and capital projects with the Clerk-Treasurer; completing required regulatory reports and filings; and coordinating grants and community development initiatives. The Town Manager will supervise the Town’s public affairs and relations, including responding to citizen and press inquiries, and will manage, supervise, and delegate special projects on a wide range of topics as needed.
Education, Knowledge, and Skills
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, political science, or a related field and/or be able to demonstrate equivalent work experience. Prior experience in local government, municipal administration, or a related field is required.
The candidate should have an understanding of local government including town operations, municipal utilities, planning, zoning, and development, policies and regulations, as well as budgeting. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, and must be comfortable working with elected officials, employees, regulatory agencies, contractors, boards and commissions, and the public.
How to apply:
- Online: Complete the application form at cedarlakein.gov/submit-an-application-for-employment and attach your resume
- Email: Download and complete the Application for Employment (PDF), then send it along with your resume to jobs@cedarlakein.gov
- In Person: Download and complete the Application for Employment (PDF), then bring it along with your resume to Cedar Lake Town Hall during normal business hours
Applicants will be required to take a pre-employment drug screening and pass a background check.