Job Market

CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER - ORANGE COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM (OCERS) - SANTA ANA, CALIF.: Salary open DOQ. OCERS provides retirement, death, disability and cost-of-living benefits to employees of the County and 13 other agencies. This defined benefit plan serves nearly 18,600 active and deferred members and 6,700 retired members. Market value of assets for benefits is about $3.37 billion. Should have BA/BS; prefer master's and certification as CFA. Should have at least 5 years experience in pension fund investment of at least $1 billion for a similarly complex portfolio, including equities, fixed income, real estate and global investments. Research and direct portfolio management experience preferred. Send resumes by 6/23/97 to NORMAN ROBERTS & ASSOCIATES, INC. Attn: Norm Roberts, President, 1800 Century Park East, #430, Los Angeles, CA 90067-1507, FAX to (310) 552-1113, or e-mail to NRASSOC@AOL.COM. EEO/ADA.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - WASHINGTON, D.C.: The District of Columbia government is the most challenging and visible of public administrations, encompassing all state, county and municipal functions for 555,000 citizens. As part of a watershed transformation in that government now underway, led by the City Administrator and Financial Control Board, the newly-created Department of Human Services seeks a Chief Operating Officer. Responsible for the core safety net of mental health, social service and public assistance programs, the Department is in the vanguard of welfare reform implementation and conversion from a direct service provider to a contract administration and standards organization. The COO is the lead internal change agent in this effort, responsible for the administration of the Department, reorganizing and reviving the staff, upgrading technology, rebuilding management, conducting the devolution to community-based contractors, and interdepartmental coordination. The position requires a strong and persuasive public manager of unquestioned integrity, with the skills to realign a large, complex bureaucracy toward a new vision of public assistance. Anticipated salary around $100,000. DC residency required. Confidential inquiries, referrals, and resumes with cover letter may be addressed to: Ned Rightor, Bennett Associates, 334 Boylston Street, Suite 500, Boston, MA 02116, Tel: 617/262-5630, Fax: 617/449-3112. The District of Columbia is an AA/EEO employer.

COMMISSIONER OF SOCIAL SERVICES - ONONDAGA COUNTY, N.Y.: A major county in New York State is searching for Commissioner of Social Services. Onondaga County seeks proactive, innovative applicants for this challenging position. Reporting to the County Executive, the Commissioner of Social Services is responsible for planning and administering all social service programs, a budget of $225 million, and a staff of 900. Experience in management of staff, department programs, external human service agencies and community agencies for efficient use of resources required.

Our vision of a successful candidate is a person who:

• Knows federal and understands NYS social service laws, regulations, welfare reform changes.
• Demonstrated strengths in business and fiscal areas.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate staff.
• Works successfully and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Seeks opportunities to take initiative and make things happen.
• Models and articulates quality work and recognizes it in others.
• Pursues change and growth as critical to an organization's success.
• Exhibits expertise in planning and implementing successful improvement efforts in a county government environment with a history of outstanding results.

Experience: Masters' candidates preferred, 4-5 yrs. high level administrative/management with line authority, responsible for 250+ staff. Resume & documentation of accomplishments: Elaine Walter, commissioner, Onondaga County Department of Personnel, 421 Montgomery Street, Syracuse, New York 13202 by June 27, 1997.

COUNTY MANAGER - LOWNDES COUNTY, GA. (pop. 85,000): The hub of Southeast Georgia, Lowndes County (Valdosta) is a fast growing community with a diverse economy based on industry, military (Moody Air Force Base) and education (Valdosta State University, 8,000 students). The County is governed by a Chairman and three Commissioners. The County has a total of 475 employees with 205 under the County Manager. The County's overall budget is $47 million. Issues include growth and infrastructure development and financing. Candidates must have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates should have a BA/BS in a related field (MBA/MPA desirable) and significant senior management experience as a County/City Manager or Assistant County/City Manager. Salary open and DOQ (currently $77,000). To apply, send a resume along with five work-related references and current salary information to David K. Donaldson, David M. Griffith & Associates, Ltd., 1621 Metropolitan Blvd. Suite A, Tallahassee, FL 32308-3792 (904) 386-1101 Fax (904) 385-9350, e-mail donaldson@dmgriffith.com. Filing deadline: June 16, 1997.

COUNTY MANAGER - MOHAVE COUNTY, ARIZ.: $64,072 - $91,255 D.O.Q. annually plus benefits. Mohave County, a northwestern Arizona County of 13,286 sq. miles, population of 130,000, current budget of $100 million, and 1025 employees is seeking a County Manager who possesses proven executive and administrative ability in an appropriate governmental organization. Mohave is seeking qualified applicants with strong leadership and teamwork skills, ability to manage a fast growth community and the day-to-day operations of a full-service county government including an understanding of management information systems. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration or related field and 7 to 10 years of increasingly responsible executive managerial experience in comparable organizations. Applications accepted until filled; prompt response encouraged. For application packet, contact Mohave County Personnel Department, PO Box 7000, Kingman, AZ 86402. (520) 753-0736 x4116. EOE.

DIRECTOR OF AIRPORTS - HORRY COUNTY, S.C.: Manages four Airports owned by Horry County. Included is the Myrtle Beach International Airport, two busy GA Airports and one unmanned, lighted, airstrip. Plans and directs Airport operations; develops long and short range plans; develops and executes economic development and property management plans; prepares annual budget; administers federal and state grants; directs marketing and PR activities; coordinates legal and governmental affairs; supervises 130 personnel. Requires ten years of related experience and a Baccalaureate Degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Business, Public Administration or related field. A.A.E., and graduate degree preferred. Must be able to obtain South Carolina driver's license and must become South Carolina resident within one year. Salary range $45,000.00 - $65,000.00. DOQ. Horry County, South Carolina (175,000+/-) is the nation's second fastest growing County, located on the East Coast, and encompasses the popular resort area of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. DEADLINE FOR FILING FOR THE ABOVE POSITION IS MAY 31, 1997. APPLY AT THE PERSONNEL OFFICE, P O BOX 997, CONWAY, SC 29526, OR AT THE COUNTY COMPLEX BUILDING, 103 ELM STREET, CONWAY, SOUTH CAROLINA.

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR, ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR - SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLA.: Seminole County, Florida, a community-owned organization serving a growing population of 325,000 is seeking three professionals for the following positions on our Leadership Team: The PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR is responsible for the management and oversight of the Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Stormwater, and Road Operations divisions. The position requires an advanced degree in Public Administration, Engineering, or a closely related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the management and operation of a public works organization. The ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIRECTOR is responsible for the management and oversight of the Water and Sewer Division and the Solid Waste Division. The position requires advanced degree in Public Administration, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the management of a utility or solid waste business operation. The ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR is responsible for the management and oversight of support services, fleet, property management, facilities, and risk management. The position requires a degree (Master's preferred) in finance, accounting, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional and supervisory experience in administrative management and risk management. Certification in Risk and Insurance Management Society is desirable. Successful candidates for each of these positions will have demonstrated abilities in professional management, strategic and business planning, financial analysis, organizational performance assessment and reporting, innovation, communication, and leadership. Salary is based upon qualifications. If you meet the job requirements and have the ambition to work with a team of professionals intent on building a world-class organization, please forward your resume, including salary history to: Seminole County HR Dept., 1301 E. 2nd Street, Sanford, FL 32771-1468. The positions are open until filled. Seminole County is a drug-free workplace and is committed to a diverse workforce.

For information on placing an ad in the job market, please call Victoria Vickers, County News, National Association of Counties, 202/942-4256.