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Brookline discusses DPW staffing; Selectboard considers Facilities Manager role
Summary
DPW reported an open mechanic position and proposed adding a Facilities Manager/Repairperson and a Laborer; the Selectboard discussed re-titling the mechanic role, pay grade, and supervision under the DPW.
During the Jan. 20 meeting Scott Leard spoke for the Department of Public Works about staffing needs, saying a mechanic vacancy remains open and field labor demand has grown. Leard proposed adding two positions: a Facilities Manager/Repairperson and a Laborer, and suggested deferring filling the mechanic vacancy or re-titling it to Facilities Manager to meet current needs.
Selectboard members discussed the proposal's scope and compensation. Vice Chair Brian Rater said a Facilities Manager could consolidate responsibility for drafting some general government budget elements; Selectboard Chair Eddie Arnold recommended hiring the role to work under the DPW director and assessing additional responsibilities in the following year. The board asked staff to determine a pay grade and finalize warrant language so the position(s) can be considered at town meeting.
