Jaclyn M. Hashmat
Municipal Executive with more than 16 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in local government, currently serving as Township Manager for the Township of Teaneck. Certified Public Manager (CPM) with extensive experience in municipal administration, budgeting, labor relations, emergency management, capital improvement planning, organizational leadership, and community engagement. Recognized for collaborative leadership, confident decision-making and delivering high quality public service.
Work History
Township Manager
2 Years 1 Month- Executive leadership of one of Bergen County’s largest and most diverse municipalities.
- Management of a $91 million budget with over approximately 450 full / part time employees.
- Negotiated labor contracts with union representatives to ensure fair agreements. and personnel administration.
- Economic development and intergovernmental relations.
- Capital project management and infrastructure improvements.
- Emergency management and crisis communications.
- Labor negotiations and personnel administration.
- Community engagement and transparent public communication.
- Municipal Grant management and application
Deputy City Manager
2 Years 6 Months- Manage daily operations in the absence of the City Manager
- Coordinate & Handle Meetings
- Personnel Matters / Disciplinary Actions with City Manager/Personnel Director
- Union Negotiations Preparation / Meetings
- Liaison between all City Officials and the City Manager
- Management of all confidential files & documents
- Prioritize daily decision making for the City Manager
- Budget Preparation
- Oversee Departmental Issues / Investigate Employee Complaints
- Implement New Policies and Procedures
- Create Positive Work environment
- Prepare Meeting Minutes on weekly basis
- Systematically increasing office organization and communication efficiency
Executive Assistant, City Manager
11 Years 2 Months- Handle daily operations in the absence of the City Manager
- Coordinate & Handle Meetings
- Handle Personnel Matters/ Disciplinary Actions with the Manager/Personnel Director
- Union Negotiations Preparation / Meetings
- Management of all confidential files & documents
- Insurance Committee / Risk Management
- Organize & Implement Employee Training Courses
- Handle Resident Complaints via email/ letter
- Oversee Departmental Issues / Investigate Employee Complaints
- Troubleshoot daily problems
- Maintain Client List
- Advertising
- Create Positive Work environment
- Prepare Meeting Minutes on weekly basis
- Daily Phone Log
Retail Manager/ Retail Buyer
12 Years- Attend Trade Shows for new product ideas
- Staff Meeting Organization
- Store Budget Planning
- Phone Relations
- Input of Daily Orders
- Troubleshoot order problems/discrepancies
- Staging & Planning of display layout & creativity
- Account Maintenance
- Hiring of new staff
- Employee Incentive Plans
- Planning Store Events
- Weekly Payroll Input & Processing
- Weekly Staff Scheduling
- Training of new employees
Education
Associate's Degree
Associate's Degree
Skills
Accomplishments
Teaneck Community Pool - acquisition of land and now operating 2nd season (Summer 2026)
Teaneck DPW - Secured New location In Leonia, NJ - MOU
Park Improvements:
Herrick Park Upgrade (ballfield, lighted basketball court, pre-fab restroom, spray park, playground)
Votee Park Upgrades (Pre-fab restroom by splash pad, Tennis Court lights upgrade)
Andreas Park Pickleball Courts
Argonne Park Tennis Courts
Phelps Park Tennis Court Repair
Votee Park Middle Field Project - In progress*
General Accomplishments:
Upgrade of Teaneck Police Department Radios
Library Renovations
Fire Station 4 Remodeled and Re-opened
Neighborhood Compost Initiative
EV Charging Stations
Landscaping Upgrade to Teaneck Police Department
New Roof for Fire Headquarters
Affiliations
Certification
- Certified Public Manager Certification
- Rutgers University