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DATE:2/15/10
STATUS:Regular, Full Time
SALARY RANGE:$81,569-$144,262
TITLE:DEPUTY COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
GRADE:35
LOCATION:220 N. Main
UNION AFFILIATION:Non-Union Employees
 
JOB SUMMARY
Under administrative direction, develops, recommends, implements and coordinates policies, programs, and projects to address issues and further the goals and objectives of the Board of Commissioners and the County Administrator. Provides organizational direction to departments to which assigned, as well as elected departments. Provides complex and responsible staff, policy and program assistance to the cooperative working relationships among County management staff, intergovernmental, and regulatory agencies and various public and private organizations. May provide project or ongoing direction to designated County management. Performs related work as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Essential Duties:

  • Works closely with the County Administrator and the Board of Commissioners to develop and recommend policies and programs to achieve goals and objectives or address specific issues.
  • Coordinates the implementation of policies and programs, developing procedures and utilizing staff, financial and community resources as required.
  • Directs and conducts complex administrative, organizational, budgetary and operational studies; gathers and analyzes information, evaluates alternatives, and recommends sound courses of action.
  • Advises the County Administrator and Board of Commissioners on issues and programs; prepares specific proposals for action on current and future County needs. Develops and directs the creation of management systems and work standards to evaluate program effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Confers with County management and administrative staff at all levels to coordinate activities, foster cooperative working relationships and facilitate efficient and cost effective service delivery.
  • Attends meetings of the Board of Commissioners and Board committees. Presents reports and provides information and staff support as required.
  • Represents the Board of Commissioners and the County Administrator in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups and various businesses, professional and other organizations.
  • Serves as the County Administrator on a relief basis and as assigned; works with the authority of the County Administrator and Board of Commissioners in accomplishing day-to-day activities.
Important Duties:

  • Oversees the development of the agenda and preparation and dissemination of supporting materials for Board information and action.
  • Provides work direction to administrative office staff; may coordinate and direct the work of County management and administrative staff on a project or day-to-day basis.
  • Prepares and directs the preparation of reports and records and the maintenance of accurate records and files.
EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

  • Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program and budget development and administration and human resources in a public agency setting.
  • The functions, authority, responsibilities and limitations of an elected Board of Commissioners.
  • Principles and practices of public administration.
  • Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
  • Funding sources impacting program development and service delivery.
  • Social, political, environmental and related issues influencing local government functions and activities.
  • Basic supervisory principles and practices.
Skill in:

  • Planning, organizing, coordinating and administering varied programs, projects and services in a public agency setting.
  • Working cooperatively with and accomplishing the policies of an elected Board of Commissioners and the County Administrator.
  • Developing, recommending, and coordinating the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and internal controls.
  • Interpreting, applying and explaining complex laws, policies and regulations.
  • Analyzing complex administrative problems, evaluating alternative solutions and adopting effective courses of action.
  • Using sound, independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.
  • Preparing clear, concise and effective written materials.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the Board of Commissioners, County staff, and a variety of public and private organizations.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Specified positions may require possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Duties require sufficient mobility to work in a normal office setting and use standard office equipment including a computer, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech sufficient to communicate in person or over the telephone.
These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
EDUCATION
  • Equivalent to possession of a Bachelor's degree with major coursework in business or public administration or a field related to the work.
  • Possession of an advanced degree in public administration or an appropriate field is desirable.
EXPERIENCE
  • Five (5) years of significant administrative support or management experience in a public agency setting.
  • Experience in successfully working with an elected Board or Council is highly desirable.
This class description intends to identify the major duties and requirements of the job and should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related duties other than those outlined above and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge for successful job performance.

FILING DEADLINE: 3/9/10

CONTROL NUMBER: 1002-200-3506-0002

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