National Association of Counties * Washington, D.C.      Vol. 33, No. 23 * December 10, 2001

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ASSISTANT COUNTY MANAGER — ORANGE COUNTY, N.C.
Salary range is $60,835 to $96,731. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
County Manager’s Office Posting 3036-121.
Description: Assists the County Manager in directing departments and programs in the County government. Manages a wide range of departments, programs, and projects, as assigned. As a major focus, provides oversight to human services and the nine human services departments (Aging, Child Support, Cooperative Extension, Library, Health, Housing, Human Rights and Relations, Recreation and Parks, and Social Services). Provides leadership and guidance to the County’s coordination and collaboration with outside human services agencies. Orange County has a population of about 118,000 with a total County budget of about $140 million and staff of 730.
Requirements: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in public administration, political science or related field supplemented by Master’s Degree in Public Administration or related field and at least six years management experience in local government including three years supervisory experience. Requires demonstrated strong skills in managing people, budgets and communications. Requires ability to build effective working relations with a wide range of public and private stakeholders. Prefer experience as a Manager or Assistant Manager in local government with a background that includes human services.
Compensation: The salary range is $60,835 to $96,731 with a comprehensive employee benefits package, including N.C. Local Government Retirement System membership.
Closing Date: Tuesday, January 22, 2001
To Apply: Orange County Personnel Department

208 South Cameron Street
Post Office Box 8181
Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278
Telephone: (919) 245-2550. Facsimile: (919) 644-3009

An official Orange County Application For Employment is required and must be received on or before the closing date. Refer to the posting number on your application. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by a completed application form.
Orange County is a drug-free workplace. Positions designated (*) as Safety Sensitive require pre-employment drug testing. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Orange County will employ only those individuals who are U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.

COUNTY MANAGER — PITT COUNTY, N.C.
Salary competitive and negotiable.
The County Manager is appointed by a nine-member Board of County Commissioners. The Manager serves as chief administrator for 22 departments of county government with 986 employees. The county’s annual operating budget is $164 million. Pitt County is located in the central portion of the Coastal Plain approximately 90 miles east of Raleigh with a population of 133,798. The City of Greenville, homes of East Carolina University, is the county seat.
Minimum requirements for the job include: Masters degree in Public Administration or related field with considerable experience in governmental policy and procedure including thorough knowledge of state law governing County Administration; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities. Prefer strong interpersonal and communication skills with broad experience in public finance, personnel administration and commitment to planning. Salary competitive and negotiable.
Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements by December 31, 2001 to : Ms. Florida Hardy, Pitt County Human Resources Department, 1717 W. 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834. Equal Opportunity Employer.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR — MARION COUNTY, FLA.
(Population: 260,000). Salary range $95,000 to $135,000.
Located in north central Florida, the County has a FY2001-02 total budget of $233 million and 1,000 employees. An elected 5-member Commission governs the County with an appointed County Administrator to manage the County Departments and to implement policies established by the Board. A relevant master’s degree is preferred, but not mandatory. Desire a financial management orientation, with demonstrated experience in long-range budgeting, effective budget control, and developing business-like plans. Experience in a rapid-growth situation is a plus. Individuals with non-governmental senior management experience will be considered for this position. See www.dmgmaximus.com/recruit. Apply by 01/04/02 to MAXIMUS, 3330 Oakwell Court., #200, San Antonio, TX 78218, FAX (210) 301-0297, or e-mail txsearch@maximus.com. AA/EEO/ADA. Female, Minority, Disabled Candidates and U.S. Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. ALL RESUMES ARE SUBJECT TO DISCLOSURE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FLORIDA SUNSHINE LAW.

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES — GLASTONBURY, CONN.
(Population: 32,000). Salary Range: $61,000–$82,500 depending on qualifications.
The town of Glastonbury, located adjacent to Hartford and widely known for its outstanding amenities, extraordinary beauty and historic character is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Human Resources. Under administrative direction of the Town Manger, performs highly responsible administrative, professional and managerial work involving the leadership and direction of the Human Resources.
Major functions include: Employee/labor relations: Administers and directs recruiting, testing, staffing, position classification and compensation, labor agreements, staff development and training, performance evaluations, employee assistance programs and Town Affirmative Action Plan: Directs employee benefits programs; including health insurance, dental, prescription drug plans, life insurance, pension programs and other employee benefits related to the Human Resource function: Workers’ Compensation; safety programs; maintains and enforces the Town’s personnel policies and procedures; chief spokesperson for labor negotiations; represents the Town Manger in employer/employee related matters.
Requirements: Master’s degree in Public Administration, Human Resources, Personnel Administration, Business Administration, or combination of relevant training and experience. Seven (7) years progressively responsible experience in Human Resource management and employee relations experience, including five (5) years of supervisory responsibility.
Send resume by January 14, 2002 to:

SLAVIN MANAGEMENT
CONSULTANTS
3040 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite B-1
Norcross, Georgia 30071
Phone: (770) 449-4656
Fax: (770) 416-0848
E-mail: rslavin101@aol.com
AA/EOE/ADA

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR — MAHONING COUNTY, OHIO.
Salary and fringe benefits are competitive.
Medium-sized Midwestern county with over 2,000 full and part time employees, 20 bargaining units, and an operating budget in excess of $330 million is seeking a qualified Human Resources Director.
The successful applicant must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or other related field and at least 8 years of progressively responsible Human Resources work including labor agreement negotiations. Experience sitting first chair in negotiations as well as hearing grievances and preparing for arbitration is preferred. Possession of an advanced degree such as a Master’s or Juris Doctorate may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Must also possess outstanding written and verbal skills.
The Human Resources Director reports to a County Administrator and a 3 member Board of Commissioners. Salary and fringe benefits are competitive.
Qualified candidates may secure an application and complete job description by contacting Ms. Colleen Hoban at (330) 740-2130 or by sending an email request to choban@mahoningcounty.org. Applications and resumes are to be mailed to Mr. Kevin Sellards, Director of Human Resources, 21 W. Boardman Street, Youngstown, Ohio 44503.
Application deadline is Friday, December 21, 2001.

SENIOR PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR — LAKE COUNTY, FLA.
Salary: $60,567–$96,895 + benefits.
LAKE COUNTY, FL. is named for its 1400 plus lakes, located in Central Florida and has a population of 210,528. Lake County Board of County Commissioners has 748 positions and an annual budget of $250 million. Position reports to the County Manager. The Department includes Fire Rescue, Emergency Management and Animal Control. Lake County Fire Rescue Protects 1100 square miles operating from 27 stations with a combination career and volunteer force. EMS is provided under interlocal agreement with Lake-Sumter Emergency Medical Services. Plans, directs, oversees and administers the fire, emergency services and related activities for Lake County. Supervises the department’s operations to ensure compliance with all federal and state statutes; commands major fire, disaster and/or emergency scenes; ensures safety and welfare of Lake County citizens and visitors.
Requires: Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business or related field with six years administrative experience over a multi-functional Emergency Services Department or Division or related operations. Strong administrative and coordination skills required. Florida local government experience is desirable but not required. Equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered. Supervisory experience in multiple areas i.e. Fire/Resucue, EMS, Emergency Management and/or Law Enforcement required. Must possess and maintain: a valid State of Florida class “D” non-commercial driver’s license, with an “E” endorsement. Apply: Lake County Human Resources, 315 West Main Street, PO Box 7800, Tavares, FL 32778.
Deadline 12-28-01.
Web site www.lakegovernment.com.
Resumes subject to open record law of the State of Florida. EOE/ADA.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES — SAN MATEO COUNTY, CALIF.
The County of San Mateo is seeking a qualified team player to partner with local businesses and the community in promoting a skilled workforce to meet the needs of our local economy. You will coordinate and support the County’s One-Stop Centers, and provide support to the Workforce Investment Board. Knowledge of workforce development strategies & human service programs, as well as strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational and written/verbal communication skills are desired.
Excellent benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, extended family benefits (domestic partners), tuition reimbursement, and retirement plan. For an application packet, contact: (650) 363-4343. Final Filling Date: 1/10/02. EOE.