Structure

The Department of Administration consists of the Township Manager, Assistant Township Manager, and an Administrative Assistant.

James Mangan
Township Manager/Secretary



James (J.R.) Mangan was appointed Township Manager in August 2021. Prior to his appointment, J.R. served on the Board of Supervisors for 13 years. In his current position, J.R. serves as the Township's Chief Administrative Officer, and is responsible for the overall management of the Township.

J.R. has a long and robust history of public service including serving as a member of the Oakdale VFD, an Oakdale Borough Constable, a Police Officer for Oakdale and North Fayette, a North Fayette police dispatcher, a member of the Oakdale Borough Council, and a member of the West Allegheny Foundation. He is also a volunteer coach for the Oakdale Youth Softball League. 

Andrew Hartwell, AICP
Assistant Township Manager


Andrew Hartwell was appointed as the Assistant Township Manager in August 2021. Prior to his appointment, he served as the Director of Community Development. In his current position, Andrew serves as the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, and assists with the overall management of the Township.  As part of his duties he directly oversees several Township departments, including Community Development and Budget & Finance.

Andrew holds a master's degree in Public Policy & Management from the University of Pittsburgh. He is a certified planner, credentialed through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).

Marlyn Jordan
Administrative Assistant



Marlyn Jordan joined the Department of Administration as the Administrative Assistant in December of 2019. In this capacity, Marlyn also serves as the Recording Secretary for the Board of Supervisors.  Prior to her appointment, Marlyn served the Township for four years as a customer service specialist/finance assistant.





















  1. James Mangan

    Township Manager

  2. Andrew Hartwell, AICP

    Assistant Township Manager

  3. Marlyn Jordan

    Administrative Assistant

  4. Administration


    Physical Address
    400 North Branch Road
    Oakdale, PA 15071


    Directions

    Mailing Address
    400 North Branch Road
    Oakdale, PA 15071

    Fax: 724-693-8132