Jennifer Thompson Promoted to Assistant Town Manager

Current director of capital finance and procurement for the Framingham Department of Public Works Jennifer Thompson will become the town's new Assistant Town Manager, starting Monday.

Framingham Town Manager Bob Halpin unveiled his pick to replace

Thompson, except for a couple of years working for the Barnstable County Sheriff, has worked for the Town of Framingham since 1999. She started her career in town working for the Framingham Fire Chief, said Halpin.

Selectmen Chair Charlie Sisitsky said Thompson was "an excellent choice."

Halpin told Selectmen he gave the finalist an assigned and Thompson "nailed" it.

"She’s going to be a tremendous contribution to our team," he said.

Thompson has a masters in public administration.

Halpin did not state a salary but the position was