CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER — EL DORADO COUNTY, CALIF.
Salary: DOQ.
(Population: 156,000). El Dorado County’s unique environment and high quality of life provide the “getaway” lifestyle desired by the region’s new and expanding businesses. The County has a 2002/03 budget over $241 million and 1,869 employees. Position reports to the 5-member Board of Supervisors. Candidates should have experience in budgeting and finance, economic development, planning and growth issues, land use and intergovernmental relations in a larger or similar public agency setting. Relevant BA/BS highly desired (graduate degree a plus), but emphasis will be placed on experience and ability. See www.dmgmaximus.com/recruit. Send resumes by 8/30/02 to MAXIMUS, Attn: Norman Roberts or Eric Middleton, 10474 Santa Monica Blvd., #208, Los Angeles, CA 90025, FAX to (310) 475-8007, or e-mail to searchla@maximus.com. EEO/ADA.
CIVIL ENGINEERING/HIGHWAY — ROBSON LAPINA
Robson Lapina is a multi-discipline forensic engineering firm practicing throughout the eastern and central U.S. We seek a mature professional, experienced in design, construction, and maintenance phases of roadways, for interesting and challenging assignments. Must be degreed and registered, with excellent analytical and communication skills. Full time for Lancaster, Pa., Pittsburgh, Pa. and Morristown, N.J. More information and reply via www.RobsonLapina.com.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR — CHARLOTTE COUNTY, FLA.
Salary: negotiable DOQ, up to $125,000 per year.
Excellent opportunity. Located approximately 100 miles south of Tampa. Population: 144,571. Fastest growing county in the U.S. between 1980 and 1990. County seat is Punta Gorda. Full-service position recognized by ICMA. Issues facing County include growth management, diversification of economic base, issues with phosphate mining industry and County water, economic development, and beautification of areas around the County. County Administrator appointed by and responsible to five-member Board of County Commissioners. Duties: carry out directives/policies of Board, enforce orders; report to Board on action taken pursuant to any directive or policy of Board.
Requires Master’s degree or equivalent in Public Administration, minimum 8 years of progressively responsible management experience in municipal/county government, including two years experience as head of a major organizational unit of government or equivalent combination of training/experience. Successful candidate must be able to accomplish goals; communicate well, orally and in writing; be a good facilitator; have experience in growth management.
Salary negotiable DOQ, up to $125,000 per year, plus auto allowance/competitive fringe benefits may be expected. Brochure available from the Mercer Group. Send resumes by August 23, 2002, to James L. Mercer, President, The Mercer Group, Inc., 5579B Chamblee Dunwoody Road, #511, Atlanta, GA 30338. Voice: (770) 551-0403; fax (770) 399-9749; e-mail: mercer@mindspring.com. IN ACCORDANCE WITH FLORIDA’S OPEN RECORDS LAWS, RESUMES AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS ARE SUBJECT TO PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. EOE.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR — STAFFORD COUNTY, VA.
Salary: $125,000–$135,000 DOQ.
Excellent opportunity. Located midway between Boston and Atlanta, and just 40 minutes south of the nation’s capital. Population: 103,200. This is the heart of a multi-state market known as the “Golden Crescent.” Issues facing Stafford County include growth management; additional resources for school system; need for more diversified tax base; development of high tech industry; new water reservoir; transportation and roads; and open space land preservation. County operates under a Board of Supervisors/Administrator form of government with seven Board members. Board has authority over local taxation, budgets, borrowing, adoption of local laws and general county policies.
County Administrator appointed by and responsible to Board of Supervisors. Duties include directing County operations. Requires minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration or related field. Master’s Degree preferred. Experience as a city/county manager/administrator in a growing community is desired. Background in planning and/or finance preferred. Successful candidate should be a strong leader with new ideas, approaches; customer service-oriented professional who can instill this in staff; a good negotiator and experienced in regional cooperation. Salary negotiable DOQ, in range of $125,000–$135,000 plus auto or auto allowance/competitive fringe benefits may be expected. Brochure available from The Mercer Group. Resumes should be sent by August 23, 2002, to James L. Mercer, President, The Mercer Group, Inc., 5579B Chamblee Dunwoody Road, #511, Atlanta, GA 30338. Voice-(770) 551-0403; fax (770) 399-9749; e-mail: mercer@mindspring.com. EOE.
COUNTY MANAGER—DAVIE COUNTY, N.C.
Salary: commensurate with experience.
Davie County (Pop. 36,200; FY ’03 budget $51 million; 350 full-time and part-time employees). The Manager is chief administrator appointed by a five-member board of commissioners elected for four-year staggered terms. An undergraduate degree with a Master’s degree in Business Administration or Public Administration is preferred. Special consideration will be given for progressively responsible experience in governmental policy and procedure, including thorough knowledge of State law governing County Administration. County residency required. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send resume, state employment application (PD-107), and salary history to the attention of Mr. Dan Barrett, Chairman, Board of Commissioners, 123 South Main Street, Mocksville, N.C. 27028. Open until filled.
DEPUTY COUNTY MANAGER/CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER — ARLINGTON COUNTY, VA.
Salary: up to $135,000.
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The County Manager is seeking a progressive, innovative, detail-oriented manager to partner with him to ensure that the highest quality services are delivered to the Arlington community. This newly created executive-level position will exercise considerable independent judgement in managing the day-to-day operations of the county. The Deputy will focus on the oversight of service delivery and will have operational accountability for county services.
Requires: A significant amount of demonstrated success as a city/county manager, deputy, assistant, or department director in a full-service local government; or demonstrated success as a director or deputy in a large complex federal, state, or regional agency which focused on service delivery rather than policy development.
Applicant must be detail-oriented, possess exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, be proficient in technology, and have strong writing skills. In addition, must have exceptional interpersonal skills to provide leadership through example and promote teamwork and collaboration. Experience must include demonstrated tangible results.
Applications/resumes will be reviewed on a continuous basis. Submit your detailed resume (using the job title as the subject line of your e-mail) to pers@co.arlington.va.us as the first step in the process. See full job announcement, pick up an application, or apply electronically at www.co.arlington.va.us/pers. To have paper materials mailed call (703) 228-3363 (24-hr jobline), (703) 228-3500 (Employment Desk), or (703) 228-4613 (TTY phone users only). EOE/Reasonable Accommodation Upon Request.
DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION — BEDFORD COUNTY, VA.
Salary: commensurate with experience.
Applications are being accepted for an opening for Director of Parks and Recreation in Bedford County. Position performs administrative work in promoting and directing a comprehensive parks and recreation program for the county.
Candidates should have a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of planning, organizing and implementing recreational programs suitable to the interest and needs of the County. Position requires the planning for and management of all facilities and purchasing of equipment and supplies. Advanced managerial and public relations skills necessary. Must have the ability to interact with, motivate and coordinate parks and recreation personnel and volunteers. Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary. Must have desire to serve local community with a high level of commitment.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to bachelor’s or master’s degree specializing in parks and recreations or related field from an accredited college or university and 5 years professional recreation experience in planning and implementation of recreational activities. Should also have minimum 2 years in a supervisory capacity or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
A complete job description and application are available from the Bedford County Human Resources Department, Bedford County Administration Building, 122 East Main Street, 2nd Floor, Bedford, VA 24523 or by calling (540) 586-7601. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include: life, medical and dental insurance, retirement, direct deposit, flexible spending plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Applications and job descriptions are also available on our Web site: www.co.bedford.va.us. EOE, ADA.
FISCAL SERVICES DIRECTOR — KENT COUNTY, MICH.
Salary: $85,865–$94,549 DOQ.
This key member of the County Administrator’s executive team is responsible for providing strategic leadership to ensure the availability of sufficient financial and capital resources to support county services. The Fiscal Services Director oversees the county’s $372 million budget and all accounting functions including general ledger, revenues and debt, budget preparation and administration, accounts payable, purchasing, risk management, financial information systems and financial reporting. The Director provides leadership for 42 professional and support staff. Other responsibilities include ensuring compliance with state and federal statutes, GAAP and GASB, facilitating external audit processes, and analyzing debt financing for county projects.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field combined with 10 years financial and accounting management experience, with at least five years experience in the design, development and implementation of fiscal and accounting policies, procedures and systems. Requires demonstrated senior management and supervisory skills, a working knowledge of fund accounting, extensive experience in long range financial planning, superior analytical and statistical application skills, and commitment to high quality customer service.
Must possess the ability to work in a collaborative manner and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, directors, elected officials and staff. Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, and the ability to communicate financial concepts across the organization. A Master’s degree and five years experience as a CFO are strongly preferred.
Kent County is a diverse, thriving community of 574,000 people located on the west side of Michigan, 25 miles from Lake Michigan. The County Seat is Grand Rapids (population 200,000). The area offers unique cultural and recreational activities and exceptional education opportunities.
This position is part of the Management Pay Plan, a pay for performance compensation system. The salary ranges from $85,865–$94,549, depending on qualifications, and is accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package. For additional information about Kent County, visit our Web site at www.accesskent.com. To request an application package, e-mail lisa.rauch@kentcounty.org or call (616) 336-2192. Applications must be postmarked by August 23, 2002 to be considered.
Kent County is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.
HUMAN SERVICES DIRECTOR — EAU CLAIRE COUNTY, WIS.
Salary: $72,924–$91,228 annually, plus excellent fringe benefit package.
The quality of life you are looking for is here in Eau Claire County! (94,000+). Human Services uses client-centered and community-based approaches to provide services. The Director exercises full professional level expertise and considerable independent authority and responsibility to administer the overall operations of the Eau Claire County Human Services Department in accordance with state and federal laws and to implement general policies set forth by governing bodies. $30 million budget and 144 FTE employees.
Qualified applicants will have a Master’s degree in Human Services, Business, or Public Administration and five years of demonstrated successful management experience in public or private sector. Candidates will be evaluated based on assessment of directly related experience and training. Residency within 45 minutes of work location is required by end of probation period (one year). Appointment is conditional upon successful background check.
Completed County application forms are required and must be on file in the Personnel Department no later than 5:00 p.m., September 30, 2002. To obtain an application packet, contact:
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR — ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLA.
Salary: $70,000–$85,000/DOQ.
Escambia County, FL is seeking an experienced professional and proven leader for the position of Human Resources Director. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, and directing all human resources programs that may include labor relations, employee relations, recruitment/selection, classification, policy development, compensation plans, and other employee programs for the 975 employees under the Board of County Commissioners. Responsibilities also include managing County compliance programs as stipulated by Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as the County’s Risk Management program. Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Public Administration, or a closely related field; Masters or equivalent preferred. Minimum five (5) years responsible experience in upper level management in the field of Human Resources; County or municipal experience preferred. Submit letter of application and resume no later than August 30, 2002, to: George Touart, County Administrator, P. O. Box 1591, Pensacola, FL 32591-1591 or fax to (850) 595-4908. EOE/ADA/DFWP.
REGIONAL PLANNER / TRANSPORTATION PLANNER —CENTRALINA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, N.C.
Career Opportunities in dynamic New South … Centralina Council of Governments seeks highly motivated professionals to develop regional initiatives in the Charlotte metro area. Centralina’s region includes nine counties and 62 municipalities with a population of 1.4 million. The agency is the focal point for new regional planning activities and collaboration on a number of environmental, transportation and governance issues. Bright and energetic people with excellent communications and presentation skills and GIS skills are needed for:
Regional Planner: to provide growth management and development support to regional initiative and local jurisdictions, prepare land use plans, and provide local technical assistance on planning/zoning matters. Successful candidate will have excellent written, oral, and presentation skills, a Master’s in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration or related, and 3+ years’ experience in planning, preferably at a multi-jurisdictional level. AICP preferred. Competitive salary with excellent benefit package.
Transportation Planner: to staff rural transportation planning organization(s), coordinate with air quality conformity groups and neighboring MPOs, provide guidance on regional transportation planning issues. Successful candidate will have a Master’s in Regional Planning, Transportation Planning or related, and 3+ years’ experience in transportation planning with significant experience in transportation project funding and implementation. Competitive salary with excellent benefit package.
For further information or to submit resumes, contact: Hilda Threatt, Executive Assistant, Centralina Council of Governments, PO Box 35008, Charlotte, NC 28235 or hthreatt@centralina.org. Closing date: September 10, 2002. EOE.
SENIOR PLANNER, COMMUNITY HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES—POLK COUNTY, FLA.
Salary: $43,971.20 annually.
Performs research, analysis and planning tasks, writes grant proposals and reports for the Community Health and Social Services Division. Communicates findings to alert senior management, elected officials and the community as to the current and future human services needs of Polk County. Collects, organizes, analyzes and presents information, which supports decision making and program funding requirements to meet goals and objective of the Community Health and Social Services Division. Identifies significant gaps in health and social services availability for citizens who are unable to secure affordable medical care, housing, transportation and other social service needs, including the elderly, disabled, chronically ill and disadvantaged families. Participates in collaborative planning activities including grant planning activities with other representatives of the Human Services Department, other local agencies and organizations and funding sources as appropriate, and follows through to ensure that all requirements to receive funding are met.
QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate from an accredited college or university and have relevant social service planning and grant writing experience. Must possess a Master’s degree with major course work in Social Service planning, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Public Health Administration, Sociology or related field and have four (4) years related experience; or a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Social Service Planning, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Public Health Administration, Sociology or a related field and have five (5) years related experience. Must be computer literate. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a valid Florida driver’s license at the time of employment. Excellent benefits.
Submit resume or application to: Polk County BOCC, Personnel Division, P.O. Box 9005, Drawer CA03, Bartow, FL 33831-9005, (863) 534-6030 or visit our Web site: www.polk- county.net. EOE M/F/D/V.
TAX ASSESSOR — ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MO.
Salary: $73,699–$117,918.
This individual is responsible for directing a staff of 176 employees, 380,000 parcels of real property and 550,000 personal property accounts with a budget of $11,400,000. Qualified candidates will possess a BS and at least six years residential, commercial and industrial real property appraisal experience including public assessment and supervisory experience. Salary range is $73,699–$117,918. Apply by Sept. 6, 2002 by calling (314) 615-5429 for an application or apply online at www.stlouisco.com/personnel.
