From the Times-News: After successfully applying for and receiving a $1,219,854 grant from the federal government that will provide stimulus funds for a project to replace aging water meters in the borough, Jim Thorpe’s Borough Council probably expected a warmer reception to the project than it has been receiving thus far. Read the complete story here >>.

The job was posted in the Times-News and on CareerBuilder (morningcall.com). The posting references the Borough Web site but there is no additional  information about the job on the Web site.

So here’s the full posting and a link to CareerBuilder for those who wish to apply online.

The Borough of Jim Thorpe (approximate 5,000) is accepting applications for the position of Borough Manager. Applicants should have a Bachelors Degree in the field of Management, Public Relations or related field and a minimum of five years municipal experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate will have a strong executive/administrative background with experience in budget preparation, grant writing, personnel management, governmental accounting and project management. Applicant must be skilled in public relations and able to develop and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, residents, the business community and other governmental agencies. Successful applicant must be an effective communicator with leadership and decision making skills. Additional duties are spelled out in Ordinance 91-4 and can be obtained at the Borough Office or at the Borough website at www.jtborough.org. Applicant should send a resume with cover letter and salary requirements to Jim Thorpe Borough c/o Justin Yaich, Council President, 101 East Tenth Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229. The deadline for applications is April 21,2010. An equal opportunity employer.
WEB ID# MC12350

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