BRIDGEWATER, Mass. (WWLP) - The town of Bridgewater has announced that it is currently accepting applications for the open position of town manager. Bridgewater's previous town manager, Michael Dutton, served 12 years in the position until he recently took a job as the county administrator for Barnstable County. The responsibilities of the town manager will include implementing policies established by the nine-member town council and understanding the operations of each member as well as the other town departments. Hampden fire department holding CPR training course for the new year The town of Bridgewater emphasizes that the town manager will need to prioritize communication and community engagement, with skills in municipal finance and project management. The town manager will meet and network with stakeholders and dedicate time to meaningful town projects. The town of Bridgewater released a full position statement highlighting the duties of the town manager. To apply for the position, send a cover letter and resume by email in a single PDF to [email protected]. All applications are due by January 27 at 3:00 p.m. Local News Headlines Crash involving motorcycle in Chicopee New Year’s Eve First Night celebration is an annual Foxborough tradition Bridgewater accepting town manager applications Hampden fire department holding CPR training course for the new year WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.