Bluffton native Jack Huber of Troy was hired as the new Bluffton village administrator earlier this month during a special council meeting.

Huber's first day on the job is Thursday. A public reception for Huber is from 1 to 3 p.m., Friday, in the town hall.

His salary will be $60,000 annually during a six-month probationary period. Following the probationary period council can consider a recommendation from the mayor for a salary increase up to an additional $5,000 per year.

Huber, a 1975 Bluffton High School graduate, studied business and public administration at the University of Phoenix and also studied mathematics educatino at Ohio State University.

According to Judy Augsburger, mayor, Huber has a professional and managerial background working with public and private sectors.

Huber is the brother of other BHS grads, Larry, Terry, David, Susan and Laurie.