Deputy County Administrator

Position Overview

Under the direction of the County Administrator, the Deputy County Administrator assists in the leadership, management, and administration of County government operations. The position supports the County Administrator in advancing the County Commission’s goals and priorities through strategic planning, organizational leadership, policy implementation, operational excellence, and effective service delivery.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Affords leadership, direction, and performance oversight for departments, programs, and initiatives as assigned by the County Administrator.
• Supports the development and implementation of County policies, priorities, initiatives, organizational improvements, and management practices.
• Works collaboratively with department heads, elected officials, County staff, community stakeholders, governmental partners, and private sector organizations to ensure effective coordination of County services and operations.
• Learns and coordinates cross-departmental efforts to achieve county goals, improve service delivery, and address complex organizational challenges.
• Leads or participates in special projects, strategic initiatives, and intergovernmental efforts as assigned.
• Develops and executes short and long-range strategic plans and organizational priorities.
• Advises the County Administrator, County Commission, department heads, and other stakeholders on administrative, operational, and policy matters.
• Promotes a culture of collaboration, innovation, professional development, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Conducts organizational assessments, operational reviews, and special studies; develops recommendations to improve efficiency, effectiveness, accountability, and customer service.
• Serves as acting County Administrator in the absence of the County Administrator.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of public administration principles, organizational leadership, strategic planning, governmental operations, budgeting policy development, and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex organizations, build high-performing teams, and foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, collaboration, and service excellence.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of local government functions, applicable laws and regulations, and contemporary best practices in public administration.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with elected officials, department leaders, staff, community members, and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive matters.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, develop, and motivate staff while fostering employee engagement and professional growth.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.