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National Association of Counties • Washington, D.C.      Vol. 34, No. 7 • April 8 , 2002





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ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER — DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y.
Salary: $52,056–$61,877
Assistant Civil Engineer II (Design), Dutchess County DPW, Engineering Division.
Perform and oversee design work on county construction and reconstruction projects involving roads and bridges. Work activities include:

• research, design and develop complete technical plants and specifications for roads and bridges
• provide technical assistance, training and instruction to design staff
• evaluate and prepare project plans, content and specifications for bids, and
• perform field inspections and related work as required.

Must have thorough knowledge of the principals and practices of civil engineering as applied to roads and bridges; thorough knowledge of NYS Department of Transportation and federal standards; and the ability to prepare finished plans, designs, specifications and narrative reports in a timely manner. Salary: $52,056–$61,877 plus benefits. Location: Poughkeepsie, New York (90 miles north of New York City). For consideration please send your resume to engdcny@hotmail.com by May 1, 2002.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DIRECTOR — CITY OF MIAMI, FLA.
Salary: negotiable DOQ
Highly competitive pay and benefit package. Beginning salary negotiable DOQ’s.
The City of Miami (population 368,600) is seeking an experienced individual with significant and proven major capital program planning, financing, scheduling and construction management knowledge and skill. This new position was created to plan, direct and implement Miami’s $400 million plus 10-year CIP program.
Included in the City’s high profile, voter approved $225 million Homeland Defense/Neighborhood Improvement Bonds Program. This position, reporting to the City Manager, is responsible for all aspects of this complex endeavor including managing and monitoring projects at each phase, i.e. inception, approval, design, scheduling and construction.

Responsibilities include project coordination with elected officials, community and business leaders, other City departments, other public entities as well as private engineers, architects, contractors and financing entities. The Director will recommend design or construction changes, ensure proper construction inspection, monitor all projects and prepare and submit timely status reports. He or she will also develop appropriate policies and procedures, monitor and evaluate project progress, prepare and administer the CIP program budget, develop and administer cost controls and manage assigned staff.

Requirements include: Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Urban Affairs, Architecture, Engineering, Economics, Finance or related with extensive experience (at least 8 years) in large capital program management with a proven track record. At least 4 years of supervisory and management experience is required. Public sector work experience is preferred but not required. Must have or be able to attain a valid Florida driver’s license. This is a position of public trust. Personal integrity and ethics must be beyond reproach.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please submit your resume immediately to:
Robert E. Slavin, President
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
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/RECRUITER

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR — NEW KENT COUNTY, VA.
Salary: Negotiable
(Population 14,000). Compensation: Salary and benefits are negotiable and are anticipated to be competitive.
New Kent County is located on the Virginia Peninsula between the Richmond and Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Areas. The cities of Colonial Williamsburg and Richmond are within an easy half-hour drive on Interstate 64 which bisects the county in an east-west direction. Interstate 64 also provides access to Interstates 95 and 295.

The County is rich in history. Created in 1654, it is home to many historic sites including the birthplace of the wives of two U.S. Presidents, George Washington and John Tyler. New Kent has retained its rural nature but is growing rapidly. The most significant issues relate to the impact of rapid residential and commercial growth on the county’s rural infrastructure and character. The County Administrator reports to a 5-member Board of Supervisors and is responsible to prepare and administer the County’s $32.2 million operating budget and to manage a work force of 80.

Functions assigned to the County Administrator include Accounting and Budget, Recreation, Planning, Public Safety, Public Works, Animal Control, Personnel, Public Information, Records Management and Economic Development. Excellent Board and staff. Looking for a proven local government manager who will provide visionary leadership to a proven management “team.” Requires significant and increasingly responsible broad range governmental management experience; prefer the equivalent of a Bachelor’s Degree in Public or Business Administration. Some private sector experience is a plus. Please send your confidential resume by May 17, 2002 to:

Robert E. Slavin, President
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
New Kent County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

DIRECTOR OF LUCAS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES — LUCAS COUNTY, OHIO.
Salary: $80-105K
The Board of Commissioners of Lucas County (Toledo) Ohio is seeking an energetic and proven professional to provide executive leadership to the Lucas County Department of Job & Family Services. This top administrative position is available effective July 1, 2002 due to the upcoming retirement of the incumbent Director.
The Director is responsible to provide overall direction and management to a large organization that administers TANF, Food Stamp, Medicaid, Title XX, Child Care, Adult Protective, and other health, human service and employment and training programs. The agency serves a large number of diverse customers directly and through purchased services from local organizations.

The department employs approximately 550 staff and manages 170 contracts with local service providers.

Qualified candidates for this position should possess: a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in business, public administration, or a human services field; a strong and successful background in management in the public sector; knowledge of and experience in human services; financial management; labor relations; skills in developing effective community partnerships; and excellent communication skills. Salary: $80-105K commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualified candidates should submit: a letter of interest; a resume demonstrating the required education, skills, and experience; and three professional references by April 30, 2002 to: Edward J. Ciecka, Lucas County Administrator, One Government Center, Suite 800, Toledo, OH 43604-2259. EEO/AA/F/M/H/V.

DIRECTOR, CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SERVICES — SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CALIF.
Salary: $86,979 to $11, 069 Annually* (DOQ*)
The County of Santa Clara seeks an innovative leader to fill the following opening.

This high-visibility executive management position is responsible for the administration and management of the provision of informational services to multiple justice organizations. If you are seeking a challenge, can lead collaborative efforts towards the development, implementation, and maintenance of law and justice technology solutions and have at least three years recent comprehensive managerial level experience directing administrative operations and staff, please apply for this exciting career opportunity.

Excellent benefit package.

For an application and more information, please call (408) 299-5894
Executive Management Services
70 W. Hedding Street 8th Floor
San Jose, CA 95110
www.sccjobs.org

DIRECTOR, GENERAL SERVICES — COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, CALIF.
Salary: $96,720-$120,000 annually
Plus excellent benefit package.

The County of San Diego, invites resumes from executive-level managers to lead the Department of General Services (DGS). Candidates are expected to have experience in a senior management position within local government, or a closely related organization of comparable complexity. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities and success in managing complex multi-functional service programs within a large organization.

Successful candidates must be excellent communicators and able to build partnerships and work effectively across all levels of the County, demonstrating collaborative decision-making skills. An example of qualifying background would include a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, finance, engineering, architectural design or related field, and five years of comparable management experience.

Highly desirable qualifications include: a post-baccalaureate degree; familiarity with management of Internal Service Funds; and a working knowledge or experience in any one of the key program areas: Fleet Management, Facilities Management, or Document Services.

Resume Submittal Forms are available on our Web site at: www.co.san-diego.ca.us and will be accepted until April 19, 2002.

DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES — MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD.
Salary: to mid $100K’s
Population: 895,000. Starting Salary Range to the Mid $100’s

Montgomery County, Maryland, a richly diverse county with a population of 895,000 seeks an experienced administrator to lead a proactive and responsive human resources program to attract, develop and retain a diverse and high performing workforce.

The Office of Human Resources has 70 employees, an annual budget of $7 million, provides services to 8,000 permanent and 2,600 temporary employees, 4,000 retirees, and partners with County departments in their management of human capital in a union environment. Major functions within the Office are: Labor Relations; Staffing and Organizational Development; Occupational Medical Services; Benefits and Records Management; and EEO Compliance and Diversity Management.

This senior management level department head is appointed by the County Executive, confirmed by the County Council, and reports to the Chief Administrative Officer. The successful candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business or Public Administration or related fields and a strong leadership and management background, extensive experience in human resources in a medium to large organization, competencies in working with technological advances in the human resources area, and a vision of the future in human resource management. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

To apply: Please submit your resume along with current salary to
Bruce Romer
Chief Administrative Officer
Offices of the County Executive
101 Monroe Street,
Executive Office Building, 2nd Floor
Rockville, MD 20850
Montgomery County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR — CITY OF ORMOND BEACH, FLA.
The City of Ormond Beach (pop 36,301) on Florida’s beautiful east coast is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Economic Development Director. Ormond Beach is a friendly community with wonderful neighborhoods, nationally accredited schools and no state income tax This senior management team position is responsible for the implementation of the City’s economic development program, acts as the City’s ombudsman with the business community, markets sites in the City’s airport airpark and business park and administers ground leases in the City’s airpark.

Responsibilities include: site development, marketing and expansion of the business/airpark currently housing 30 industries with approximately 1,900 employees; development of business recruitment and retention programs within the City; development of a public/private partnership to develop a business park project; and involvement in economic redevelopment issues. Depending on qualifications, administration of the Ormond Beach Municipal Airport may be assigned to the selected candidate. The ideal candidate will possess 10 years of progressively responsible experience in the administration and coordination of economic development efforts. Some experience with the FAA and/or overseeing airport operations is preferred but not required. A minimum of a four-year college degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing, Public Administration, or related field is required (Master’s Degree preferred.) Position reports to the City Manager.

To apply, send resume and cover letter containing salary requirements to:
Robert E. Slavin, President
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

This position will remain open until filled. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Please visit the City’s Web site at ormondbeach.org.
E.O.E. M/F/Handicapped/Veteran Preference.

FACILITIES DIRECTOR — SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CALIF.
Salary: $111,623 to $143,197 Anually* (*DOQ)
The County of Santa Clara seeks an experienced leader to fill the following opening.

The Facilities Director manages the staff and functions of three critical County divisions: Capital Programs, Building Operations and Property Management. If you possess proven leadership skills and five years administrative experience with responsibility for project construction and overall project management for major construction, please apply for this exciting career opportunity. Excellent benefit package.

For an application and more information, please call (408) 299-5894.
Executive Management Services
70 W. Hedding Street
8th Floor
San Jose, CA 95110
www.sccjobs.org

FLEET MAINTENANCE SERVICES DIRECTOR — CITY OF WICHITA, KAN.
Salary: 47,800 to $82,800
(Population 350,000) Salary Range: $47,800 to $82,800 with excellent benefits.

Wichita is the largest City in Kansas. Residents enjoy a central location, a diverse population, a strong local economy and four distinct seasons. Quality of life amenities are excellent and the cost of living is very reasonable. Wichita has a full service, stable Council/Manager government. The present City Manager has been in his position for over 16 years. The City’s Fleet Division has 58 full time employees and a FY02 budget of $2.08 million. Major responsibilies are vehicle and equipment maintenance and central warehousing.

The Fleet Maintenace Services Director is responsible to the Director of Public Works to effectively manage all work performed by the Fleet Division and includes preparation of the annual Divisional budget and business plan, establishing and applying performane benchmarks and measures, developing uniform practices and policies for vehicle and equipment purchase, repair, maintenance and servicing, preparing vehicle specifications, establishing preventive maintenance programs, maintaining good customer relations to include performing periodic customer satisfaction surveys and representing the Division by coordinating fleet functions other City departments and outside organizations.

Requires the equivalent of a Bachelor’s degree in automotive or industrial engineering and at least four years of responsible administrative work in vehicle and equipment management.

Send confidential resume IMMEDIATELY to:
Robert E. Slavin, President
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
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY RECRUITER/EMPLOYER

PARKS DIRECTOR — SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CALIF.
Salary: $91,824–$112,104 approximately per year plus $5,055 per year benefit allowance.
Santa Barbara County extends an invitation to work in paradise. With a spectacular natural setting that includes 50 miles of scenic coastline, beautiful valleys, and rugged peaks to 6,800 feet, Santa Barbara County is one of the most desirable places in the world to live and work. We are currently seeking a highly qualified individual to lead the Park Department. Responsibilities include the direction of the administrative programs, contracts, and promotion of the day use and overnight camping parks, beaches, historic buildings, open space lands, landscaping services for county building complexes, and programs of the Arts Commission.

The incumbent prepares long and short term plans for development, capital improvements, maintenance, and acquisition of parks and leisure facilities. The ideal candidate will have broad, extensive, and progressively responsible administrative experience in community recreational development and/or park administration. To be considered, an application, a resume or curriculum vitae including 3 to 5 references, and a letter of application are due by 4/22/02. For more details, visit our Web site at www.sbcountyjobs.com or contact the Santa Barbara County Human Resources Department at 1226 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. PHONE: (805)568-2800 FAX: (805) 568-2833. Job Bulletin # 02-5630-02.

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR — CITY OF LENEXA, KAN.
Salary: negotiable
(Population 43,349. Open and highly competitive salary range. Beginning salary is negotiable DOQS).
Lenexa encompasses more than 34 square miles and is located in Johnson County, approximately 12 miles from downtown Kansas City. It is a growing, progressive city with a hometown, community spirit offering amenities such as outstanding public schools, easy access to sports, entertainment, shopping, restaurants, theater and more. Although “land locked,” Lenexa is only 1/3 built out. The City’s civic and business leaders, while greatly respectful of the past, work closely together in planning and implementing a future that will benefit both residents and businesses.

The Lenexa City Government is highly respected and very stable. It uses a Council/Administrator form of government. The Mayor and 7-Member City Council serve as policy makers and delegate policy implementation and management authority to the City Administrator. With City Council concurrence, the Administrator appoints department heads, including the Planning and Development Director. The current City Administrator has been in the position for more than 16 years. The Planning and Development Department is also well respected and supported by Lenexa residents. The Department has 26 employees and a $1.95 million budget. Functions include Planning, Building Codes, Customer Service, Developmental Engineering and Development Review. Requirements include the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, geography, public administration or related; a master’s degree is preferred. Candidates must show at least 7 years of municipal planning administration experience preferably with at least 5 years at the supervisory level. Must have strong management and leadership abilities, exceptional communication skills, and be a team player. The Director is expected to be visible and accessible to both the organization and the community.

To apply, please send your confidential resume by May 17, 2002 to:
Robert E. Slavin, President
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
An Equal Opportunity Employer and Recruiter

TOWN MANAGER — TOWN OF FRISCO, COLO.
Salary: negotiable
(Residents: 3,150; Daily Visitors: 10,000 plus) Compensation: Salary and Benefits are negotiable and are anticipated to be highly competitive.

Frisco is a Home Rule, Charter municipality located 70 miles west of Denver. It is a “picture postcard” blending of a pristine historic Rocky Mountain town and cutting edge quality of life amenities. Visitors to the region’s six world-famous winter resorts come to Frisco to avail themselves of the Town’s excellent lodging, dining and retail services. Frisco is the region’s center for government, business, education, medicine and retail. The resident population is steadily growing. Statistically, Frisco’s population is highly educated and young. The cost of living in Frisco is high due primarily to the Town’s high cost of housing. Non-housing costs are in line with national standards.

The Town provides a wide array of services. It has about 53 full-time employees and a current budget of nearly $13.5 million. The Town Manager reports to a Town Council consisting of seven Councilmembers who are elected at-large to 4-year staggered terms. The Mayor is directly elected. The Manager has full appointment responsibility over staff and full management responsibility over the Town’s daily operations.

Requires an experienced local government manager of full breadth assistant with proven experience and skill in financial management, staff leadership, infrastructure/capital project financing and construction, revenue base enhancement, community growth, recreation and parks, community relations and quality of life issues. Leading candidates must have successful broad range experience in a community of comparable complexity likely with a larger resident population. Experience gained in a resort community is a plus; an understanding of resort community issues a must. Requires the equivalent of a Bachelor’s Degree (Masters preferred) in Public or Business Administration.

Please send your confidential resume post marked by April 29, 2002 to:
Robert E. Slavin, President
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
Frisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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