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Public Works Director

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The Town of Hardwick is accepting applications for the following position:

Public Works Director:

The Town is seeking a Public Works Director to work in conjunction with the Town Manager’s Office and the Public Works Department. The Public Works Director will be responsible for project development and coordination with the Public Works Department to ensure strategic and efficient management of public projects and infrastructure investments.  Work includes collaborating with engineers, contractors, utility companies, and regulatory agencies to develop scope, timeline, and deliverables to a multitude of public projects. Duties that are included but not limited to are; project development, project tracking, aspects of capital planning, Preparing RFPs, RFQs, and assisting with grant administration.                                                                                

Minimum requirements include Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience considered.  Five years of progressively responsible experience in public works, construction, or project management.

This position is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.  There is a full benefits package including health, dental, life insurance and defined benefits retirement with the State of Vermont.  The salary range is $75,000-$85,000. 

Please either mail or email your letter of interest and resume to the Town of Hardwick, P.O. Box 523, Hardwick, VT 05843 or email, jobs@hardwickvt.gov  Job applications are available online or at the Hardwick Town Manager’s office.

For more information call David Upson, Town Manager (802) 472-6120.  This position is open until filled. The Town of Hardwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Hardwick Electric Department Seeks Commissioners

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There are currently two (2) appointed positions for Hardwick Electric Department (HED) Commissioners expiring on June 30, 2025. Both positions are for a 2-year term. The individuals serving in these positions should either be a resident of Hardwick or reside in a Town that HED serves. Due to the technical nature of the role, prior experience with public utilities or serving in a similar role would be beneficial.  Interested candidates are encouraged to attend a Commissioner meeting prior to submitting a formal letter of interest. The letter should outline their qualifications/experience and interest in serving. The deadline for submission is Monday, June 30, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. Submissions should be sent to: Town of Hardwick, P.O. Box 523, Hardwick, VT 05843 Attn: Town Manager or hand delivered to the Town Manager’s Office at 20 Church Street.  Submissions can be emailed to the Town Manager: david.upson@hardwickvt.gov Candidates are appointed by the Hardwick Select Board and should plan to attend the July 10 Select Board meeting at the Memorial Building. If you have questions, call the Town Manager’s Office at 802.472.6120.

Town Wide Reappraisal Notices

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With the recent reappraisal of all properties in Hardwick, you should be receiving a notice in the mail advising you of the new value of your property. These notices went out in the mail on Friday, May 16.

To search community-wide for points of comparison to your property, click here.

For the 2025 preliminary valuation booklet, click here.