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ASSISTANT TAX ASSESSOR - ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO.: St. Louis County, Missouri is seeking an individual to be responsible for performing work of unusual difficulty in assisting in the management, administration and operation of the Division of Assessment. The office has 146 employees and is responsible for 380,000 parcels of real property and 550,000 personal property accounts. Position requires a minimum of eight years of experience in appraising residential, commercial, and industrial property, including five years in public assessment for taxation purposes and five years experience in a supervisory capacity. Experience with CAMA system is required. Applicant must possess a valid driver's license and an AQB approved State certification or license as a real estate appraiser or a related professional designation from an appraisal organization which is a member of the Appraisal Foundation. Salary range $51,469.50-$76,038.56 annually. This is a Civil Service position. For further information contact: Division of Personnel, St. Louis County, MO, 41 S. Central Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63105; 314-889-2429, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Application closing date: September 30, 1997. EOE-M/F/D.

BUDGET DIRECTOR - LAKE COUNTY, OHIO: Lake County is seeking a knowledgeable professional for the position of Budget Director. This unclassified position serves in a fiduciary capacity to the Board of Commissioners. Responsible for a $45,000,000 General Fund Budget, including preparation, administration, and forecasting. The successful candidate will supervise a Finance Department staff and represent the Board of Commissioners before various agencies and Elected Officials. Minimally, a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Public Administration, and five (5) years of Governmental Accounting-Budgeting experience in a computerized setting IS REQUIRED. Qualified applicants are required to submit a resume with salary requirements by August 29, 1997, to the Lake County Board of Commissioners, P.O. Box 490, Painesville, OH 44077, attention Clerk to the Board. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/M.F.H.V.

CITY MANAGER - CITY OF NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C.: Population (est.): 12,000 permanent; 35,000 to 100,000 daily during summer. A coastal/resort community located on the Atlantic Ocean along the beach known as the Grand Strand. One of the top vacation areas on the east cost. Full-service municipality which operating under the council-manager form of government, adopted in 1976. Chartered in 1968, following consolidation of four smaller town. Reports to City Council. Mayor is elected at-large and each Councilmember must reside in one of four wards, but is elected at-large. All serve for four year staggered terms. Salary negotiable DOQ in general range of $60,000 to $80,000, plus auto allowance and competitive fringe benefit program. $24M budget. 226 FTE employees. Requirements: 1) Master's degree in public administration, business administration or related field, with six to nine years of experience in local government; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 2) Minimum of three to five years experience as city manager or assistant in a municipal or county government. 3) Coastal/resort community and experience working with FEMA helpful. 4) A capable and analytical general manager with strong financial and conceptual skills and with a customer service orientation. 5) A visionary person with new ideas. 6) An effective communicator and people-person. 7) A strong character. Confidential resumes should be sent by August 29, 1997 to James L. Mercer, President, The Mercer Group, Inc., 5579B Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Suite 511, Atlanta, GA 30338. E-Mail: mercer@mindspring.com. Internet: <http://www.mindspring.com/~mercer/>. Equal Opportunity Employer.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLANNER - BEDFORD COUNTY, VA.: Bedford Co., VA, is accepting applications for a Community Development Planner position. A community development planner performs difficult professional work in administering the county's comprehensive community development, zoning and subdivision control programs. Candidates should have a strong background in land use and environmental planning, excellent oral and written communications skills, and a proven ability to work with the public, as well as elected, appointed and employed officials, in a diverse, rapidly growing community. Experience with geographic information systems and ArcView or ARC/INFO is desirable. Position requires two years experience and a degree in planning or a closely related field. Starting salary is $27,287. A complete job description and application are available at the Bedford County Department of Community Development, Bedford County Administration Building, 122 East Main Street, Suite G-03, Bedford, Virginia 24523 or by calling (540)586-7616. FAX: (540) 586-2059. E-mail: plannerjeff@juno.com. Application deadline is September 8, 1997. ADA,EOE.

CORRECTION COMMISSIONER - ONONDAGA COUNTY, N.Y.: Commissioner for County Department of Correction which operates a 400 ADP sentenced facility with 218 staff. The commissioner reports to the County Executive. Modified direct & direct supervision; comprehensive programs & activities. Responsibilities: budget, fiscal, programmatic operations. BA, five years Corrections experience desired with three years management/administrative experience or equivalent Resumes until appointment made: Elaine Walter, Commissioner of Personnel, 421 Montgomery Street 13 fl., Syracuse, New York 13202. EOE/AA.

DIRECTOR OF AIRPORTS; DIVISION DIRECTOR OF HUMAN SERVICES; DIVISION DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY; DIVISION DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - HORRY COUNTY, S.C.: Horry County, South Carolina is seeking applicants for the following positions: Division Director of Airports 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.

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 AUGUST 20, 1997. APPLY AT THE PERSONNEL OFFICE, P O BOX 997, CONWAY, SC 29526, OR AT THE HORRY COUNTY COMPLEX BUILDING, 103 ELM STREET, CONWAY, SOUTH CAROLINA.EOE.

A Division Director of Human Services position requiring a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field and a minimum of eight years progressively responsible administrative experience or a Master's degree in Business Administration or related field and five years progressively responsible administrative experience and must possess a valid driver's license. (Salary Range: $51,147.00-$71,605.00)

A Division Director of Public Safety position requiring a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, public administration, management, or related field and ten years responsible administrative experience or a Master's degree in business, public administration, management, or related field and five years responsible administrative experience and must possess a valid driver's license. (Salary Range: $52,276.00-$75,801.00).

Division Director of Economic Development requiring a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, or related field and eight years progressively responsible administrative experience or a Master's degree in Public Administration, Business, Management and five years progressively responsible administrative experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities and must possess a valid driver's license. (Salary Range: $52,276.00-$91,717.00).

The deadline for filing for the above positions is 5:00 p.m. on September 8, 1997. Apply in person or send a resume to the Personnel Department, P.O. Box 997, Conway, SC, 29526 or to the County Complex Building, Conway, SC. EOE.

DIRECTOR, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS - PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLA.: Rewarding oppty. in administrative & managerial work for Palm Beach County, FL-a govt. entity in the forefront of innovative project mgmt. approaches to provide cost-effective & operationally sound quality facilities. Highly responsible & visible work directing & coordinating activities of the Capital Improvements Div., Facilities Development & Ops. Dept. Applies professional arch., engineering & construction knowledge & skills to the planning, design & construction of public bldg. & renovation projects for Bd. of County Commissioners & State constitutional officers. BS arch., engr., bldg. construction or related field & 5 yrs. progressively responsible total development mgmt. exp. and/or owner's rep exp. that includes 3 yrs. direct suprv. of professional, tech. & support staff. Must have either (1) FL reg. as a P.E. or architect or be able to obtain within 12 months or (2) GC license with 10 yrs. exp. at project mgr. level or 5 yrs. at-risk construction mgmt. exp. Salary $54,121-$82.078/yr., DOQ.

Applications/resumes must include SS#, position title & be recd. by 5PM, 8/29/97. Palm Beach County Personnel, 50 S. Military Trail #210, West Palm Beach, FL 33415 (Fax 561/233-4604) EO/AA.

E-911/GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS COORDINATOR - BEDFORD COUNTY, VA.: Bedford Co., VA, population 54,000, area 764 sq. mi., is accepting applications until September 19, 1997 for the position of E-911/GIS Coordinator who, under the direction of the Dir. of Community Development and in coordination with other county departments and divisions, supervises assigned staff and uses physical and fiscal resources to establish, manage and maintain a county-wide E-911 and GIS. Experience in coordinating the implementation and maintenance of a locality's E-911/geographic information systems and experience with ArcView or ARC/INFO is required. Starting salary range is $27,287 to $28,652.

Contact Dept. of Community Development, 122 E. Main St., Ste. G-03, Bedford, VA 24523 for a position description and application. (540) 586-7616, FAX (540) 586-2059, E-mail: <plannerjeff@juno.com>. ADA,EOE.

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER, SPARTANBURG COUNTY GOVERNMENT- SPARTANBURG, S.C.: Engineering duties include ensuring compliance with state environmental regulations, inspections, remedial action, maintaining appropriate records, as well as supervisory duties. Coordinate landfill construction projects with contractors and/or staff. Coordinate solid waste projects with engineering consultants in developing plans, specifications, reports, designs and permits through various state agencies. Oversee compliance of the solid waste landfill leachate treatment and disposal system and the recycling/collection centers with state regulations. Perform post-closure inspections of landfill; coordinate remedial action as necessary to ensure compliance with state regulations. Sample and evaluate storm water, groundwater and landfill gas data, ensuring compliance with state regulations. Develop and conduct employee training. Prepare and maintain related documents and records. Requires bachelor's degree with major course work in Civil Engineering or related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in landfill construction and management, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Requires valid S.C. Driver's license, registration as a professional engineer in the state of South Carolina, and eligibility for certification as a Solid Waste Landfill Manager within 12 months of employment. Salary range $32,569 to $45,595. Position open until filled. SPARTANBURG COUNTY PERSONNEL, 366 NORTH CHURCH STREET, P.O. BOX 5666 SPARTANBURG, SC 29304; TELEPHONE: (864) 596-2231 FAX: (864) 596-3615.

EVALUATION MANAGER - $3087.06 MONTHLY - TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:. Designs and implements process and outcome evaluations of Community Justice Center programs and concepts. Assists in design of management information systems. Performs statistical analyses and interprets process and outcome data. Coordinates with courts, probation and other entities on follow-up data collection and quality assurance. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A master's degree in sociology, criminology, statistics or related field plus four years of experience in an applied research position in a juvenile justice, criminal justice or human services agency, including management responsibilities. A Ph.D. is desirable, as well as significant experience in evaluation of the effectiveness of various treatment modalities, outcome studies in the field of justice, or epidemiological research. DEADLINE TO APPLY: UNTIL FILLED. MAIL RESUME TO: TRAVIS COUNTY HRMD, 209 W. 9TH STREET, ROOM 100. AUSTIN, TX 78701. INTERNET ADDRESS: <www.co.travis.tx.us/jobs/>

LIAISON - LARGE URBAN COUNTY CAUCUS: The National Association of Counties (NACo), which represents county governments, has an opening for a Liaison to the Large Urban County Caucus. We are seeking someone to coordinate urban county involvement in NACo's top legislative priorities; to monitor and analyze legislation affecting urban counties; and to attend White House and congressional meetings. This position is funded for two years and is subject to renewal.

A Bachelor Degree plus four years congressional or association experience; general knowledge and understanding of county structure and county government and of issues affecting urban counties; and an understanding of Congress and the legislative process are required. Minimum salary: $54,234 plus excellent benefits.

Send resume and writing sample to Maria Wagner-LUCCL; Human Resources; National Association of Counties; 440 First Street, Washington, DC 20001; or FAX (202) 393-2630. No phone calls-Please! EEO employer.

PERSONNEL DIRECTOR - OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLA.: Okaloosa County is looking for a progressive, professional Personnel Director. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or closely related; supplemented by a minimum of seven years progressively responsible experience in the Human Resources field, to include a minimum of three years in a supervisory/management capacity, with primary responsibility for a critical functional area such as class/compensation administration or benefits administration, preferably for a municipal or institutional organization. Valid driver license. Salary range $42,473.60 - $70,179.20. An Okaloosa County Application for employment form must be completed in its entirety and submitted to be considered for this position. Apply to: Okaloosa County Personnel Department, 601-B, N. Pearl Street, Crestview, FL 32536, or Courthouse Annex, 1250 N. Eglin Pkwy., Shalimar, FL 32579, (904) 689-5870. Deadline to apply: Open until filled. By Florida law, all applications for employment with the county are open for public inspection. Subject to pre-employment drug screening. AA/EOE.

POLICE CHIEF - CITY OF ROANOKE, VA.: The City of Roanoke, population 96,509, located in beautiful western Virginia near the Blue Ridge Parkway is seeking applicants to lead and manage a police department of 258 sworn positions, 44 civilian staff with an operating budget of $13.5 million. The department is nationally accredited and has progressive youth, crime prevention, and community oriented police programs. Successful candidate will have at least 5 years of command experience with a local or state government police department; proven skills in management, leading change, planning and excellent interpersonal communications. A Bachelor degree in a related field, Masters degree desirable. Salary negotiable DOQ; excellent benefits. Send confidential resume by October 15, 1997 to: George C. Snead, Director of Public Safety, Room 354, 215 Church Avenue, S.W., Roanoke, Virgina 24011; (540)853-2306; Email: <persmgt@ci.roanoke.va.us>. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR - KLICKITAT COUNTY, WASH.: Klickitat County, Washington is accepting applications for a Public Health Director for a newly created Klickitat County Health Department. Supervise all aspects of department according to Washington State/Federal regulations. Plans, organizes, and directs operation, adm and business/fiscal management. Directs personnel, budget prep, planning, public relations, policies/procedure formulation. Requires: Bachelors in Nursing, Environmental Health, Health Education or related field plus 3 yrs experience in public health mgmt or supervision. Prefer: Master in Public Health/Administration or Business Administration. Annual Wage $40,000-$47,000 DOE.

Applications and job descriptions are available at Washington State Employment Security Offices or Klickitat County Personnel Department, 509-773-7171, 205 S. Columbus, MS-CH 15, Goldendale, WA 98620. Deadline August 29, 1997 or until filled. Postmarks are not accepted. An EOE.

PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER, SARASOTA COUNTY GOVERNMENT - SARASOTA COUNTY, FLA.: $36,098 - $55,562. Sarasota County Government is seeking an individual to direct the County's internal and external communications programs. An impressive benefits package, a competitive salary, a supportive and professional workplace, and a beautiful and dynamic coastal community combine to make this position an irresistible opportunity. Consider Sarasota County Government as the ideal choice for the next step in your career. This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Business or Public Administration, Planning, Communications, Journalism or a related field, and three years of professional experience in communications or public relations. Prefer excellent written and oral communication skills, experience with preparation and execution of corporate communication plans, and in dealing with print and broadcast media. Creativity and marketing skills highly desirable. Resumes must be received by 8/22/97 at the Sarasota County Personnel Department, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34230. Fax: (941) 364-4368. Web: <http:///www.sarasota-online.com/county>. TDD: (941) 364-4701. Successful candidates for employment are required to pass a pre-employment substance screening and physical. Sarasota County Government maintains a drug-free, non-smoking work environment. EOE/AA/ADA.

ROADMASTER, GILLIAM COUNTY ROAD DEPARTMENT - GILLIAM COUNTY, ORE.: Gilliam County is accepting applications for the position of Roadmaster.

This is a working/management position responsible for all phases of supervision, maintenance and administration of the county Road Department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, scheduling road maintenance and repair, budget management, long range project development and equipment replacement. Knowledge of rock crusher operation a plus. Must be willing to participate in Oregon Association of County Engineers and Surveyors (OACES) and legislative activities. Base salary is $35,000 to $40,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits.

For application and job description, contact Betsy Pattee, Gilliam County Road Department, 503/384-3998; P.O. Box 427, Condon, Oregon 97823. Completed applications and resumes will be accepted until 5:00 p.m., August 29, 1997.

Gilliam County is an equal opportunity employer.

City Manager Sunny Isles Beach, Florida (Population: 14,000) Salary is negotiable depending on qualifications. This new city, located in Dade County, is seeking its first Manager to guide this unique community's strategic planning & start up. Sunny Isles Beach is a vital & affluent residential area with rapid high-end development whose built-out population is projected to be 20,000. The City has 5 elected officials including a Mayor & council members at-large & by districts, all elected to serve for 4-year terms. Charter Commission & the public overwhelmingly supported the Council-Manager plan. The City will be developing a strategy for service including public, private & contracted approaches. Requirements include a Master of Public Administration or Master of Arts in a related field; & at least 5 years of experience as a manager or senior manager, with a solid technical, administrative & financial management background. Excellent communication skills & the ability to develop strong intergovernmental relations are desired. Florida law requires disclosure of all applicants. Resumes & current salary information must be sent by August 25, 1997 to: Commissioner Gwen Margolis 111 N.W. First Street, Second Floor Miami, Florida 33128-1963 "EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F. WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY."

Chief Legislative Representative, Washington, D.C. Los Angeles County is looking for an exceptional candidate to fill the position of Chief Legislative Representative in our Washington, D.C. Office. The Individual will be responsible for representing the County's interests with Congress, the Administration and various Federal agencies and other forums and managing Los Angeles County's Washington D.C. office. They must be highly motivated, have superior communication skills, goal oriented and work well in team oriented environment. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree and five years of highly responsible experience in a senior administrative or advisory capacity dealing with Federal public policy issues that involve local government financing programs. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. Qualified candidates should contact Lois Johnson at (213) 893-2487 for application information and desirable qualifications. Los Angeles is an Equal Opportunity Employer.