The executive search firm will: • Review and/or suggest updates to the existing jobdescription • Assist with the development of a candidateprofile • Meet in person or virtually with Town Manager and/or Deputy Town Manager to understand individual goals and objectives in the hiring process • Develop and execute a plan for getting organizational input • Develop a recruitment strategy including recommending appropriate advertisements that will attract a diverse applicantpool • Carry out the recruitment process • Screen all applications and create a recommended candidatelist • Design and finalize the interview process, prepare interview questions for the Town Manager and Deputy Town Manager consideration, and other associated tasks • Conduct the interview process • Arrange and/or perform appropriate background investigations and reference checks • Negotiate offer for hire with candidate(s) if requested by the Town Manager and/or Deputy Town Manager. The search firm will be also be responsible for: • Posting the position through local, regional, and national channels, professional journals, and publications. • Receiving and reviewing resumes of applicants, determining that the candidates meet minimum qualifications, and following up with telephone interviews to clarify each applicant’s qualifications and experience. • Preparing and presenting a written summary of at least 6 - 8 candidates with the most promising qualifications and experience.
