Mayor
Elected head of a Municipal Corporation — oversees local infrastructure, community services, and civic development in Jamaica’s major towns.
Typical Salary
J$3M
to J$5.5M per year
Open Roles
14
across Jamaica
Job Market
Elected
Local govt cycle
🔍 14 local government roles available on Jamaica Jobs
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Career Paths
Community Advocate→Parish Councillor→Deputy Mayor→Mayor
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid J$4.2M
Entry: J$3MSenior: J$5.5M
Key Skills
Municipal governance
Civic leadership
Budget oversight
Community engagement
Infrastructure planning
Public speaking
Inter-agency coordination
Local policy
Education
Minimum Entry
- 5 CXC passes
- Elected Councillor status
Preferred
- Bachelor’s in Public Administration, Law or Urban Planning
- Community development certification
Professional Qualifications
- Elected by Municipal Corporation councillors
- Councillor (prerequisite)
- Local Government training (LGMC)
- BSc Public Administration
Market Trend
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