Administrative Officer (COO)

Administrative Officer (COO) Town of Woodbridge, CT Woodbridge, CT Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Professional development assistance Qualifications HR policy development Management Renovation Operations management Operational risk management

HIPAA HR

legal compliance Employment & labor law School building construction Master's degree Public Administration Supervising experience Bidding project phase Policy & process development Bachelor's degree Human Resource Management Employee relations management Executive recruiting Implementing HR recruitment processes Master of Public Administration Workers' compensation claims HR operations department management Health and safety committees Bachelor's degree in public administration Budgeting Request for proposal Human Resources Cybersecurity Senior level Training Leadership Negotiation Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Health and safety training programs 10 years Full Job Description Why this role stands out Big projects, real legacy: Help deliver high visibility initiatives including new school construction, police department renovations, a community center, and long range infrastructure planning.

Operational leadership:

Coordinate every municipal department to deliver efficient, accountable, customer focused service.

HR and labor relations:

Lead recruitment, policy, union negotiations, classification and compensation, training, and workforce planning.

Risk and compliance:

Oversee safety programs, workers compensation, liability claims, and employment and labor compliance.

Technology and cybersecurity:

Guide IT vendors, systems, governance, and long term modernization strategy.

Community partnership:

Work inside an informed, engaged town that takes real pride in Woodbridge and expects excellence from its government. Form of government Woodbridge operates under a Board of Selectmen and Town Meeting form of government. Five Selectmen are elected at large to two year terms and serve as the legislative branch, setting policy, approving ordinances, and reviewing administrative functions. The First Selectman is elected every two years and serves as Chief Administrative and Chief Elected Officer with full voting rights on the Board. The Board of Selectmen appoints the Administrative Officer, making this the top operational leadership position in town hall. Job Requirements What we are looking for Required Bachelor's degree in public administration, financial management, human resources, management, or a related field Five to ten years of relevant municipal or government experience At least three years in a supervisory role Strong command of municipal management fundamentals including HR, labor relations, budgeting, risk management, grants, purchasing, project management, and policy development Preferred Master of Public Administration (MPA) More than ten years of progressive municipal leadership experience Experience managing complex capital projects in a small or medium sized municipality Special Instructions Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board. Additional Information Compensation and benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Specific salary range available upon request from Randi Frank.

Retirement:

Connecticut Municipal Employees Retirement System (CMERS). Employee contribution 5.25%, town contribution 16.71% of wages.

Medical:

Anthem high deductible health plan. Single deductible $2,000, family deductible $4,000. Town covers 50% of the deductible. Employee premium share is 17%.

Dental:

Delta Dental basic and preventive care.

Time off:

2 weeks vacation, 12 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays plus a floater.

Growth:

Professional development funding and paid professional memberships. How to apply Submit your cover letter and resume to Randi Frank at . The position remains open until filled. First screening is May 13, 2026 . Top candidates will be invited to complete a brief questionnaire, so early applications are reviewed first. Questions? Contact Randi Frank directly at or 203.213.3722. A full position profile is available at www.randifrank.com. Learn more about Woodbridge at woodbridgect.org.

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ABOUT THE COMPANY

Randi Frank Consulting, LLC 203-213-3722

Human Resource Projects:

Executive Search Classification & Compensation Studies Salary Survey Benefit Survey Serve as Human Resource Manager during vacancy Review and Revise Personnel Rules Develop HIPAA guidelines and documents National/State Recruiting Comparison of Union Contracts Sexual Harassment Training Prepare Human Resource Procedure Manuals Prepare Affirmative Action Plan Develop job descriptions

Risk Management Projects:

Serve as Risk Manager during vacancy Develop return to work program Develop process for self-insurance program Prepare safety manual Develop safety-training program and conduct safety committee meetings

Purchasing:

Develop Bid/RFP Boiler Plate Prepare Bid Specifications Conduct Bid Process including recommending vendors Assist with interview process of bidders; prepare proposals for RFP.

Management Projects:

Develop Contingency Plan for Resource Recovery Plant Review of Parks and School Grounds Operations Review Plan of Development Organizational Study - Public Works Operations