The Select Board Office serves as the executive branch of Marblehead’s town government. It supports the five-member elected Select Board in setting policy, guiding municipal operations, and representing the public interest. The office provides centralized administrative services and coordination for accessibility, licensing, procurement, public records access, and overall municipal management.
This office ensures that operations are responsive, transparent, and compliant with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. The Town Administrator, appointed by the Select Board, serves as the Town’s Chief Administrative Officer, overseeing day-to-day government functions and managing the following departments:
- Building Inspections Department
- Community Development and Planning Department
- Council on Aging
- Finance Department
- Fire Department
- Harbormaster
- Human Resources Department
- Police Department
- Public Works Department
- Superintendent of Public Buildings
- Veterans’ Services
Functions of the Office
Each function plays a key role in delivering effective services to the community. Visit the individual pages above for more information.