ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR—COLLIER COUNTY, FLA.
Salary: $77,273–$122,551
Applications accepted through November 15, 2002. Closing date 11/8/02. Collier County Government seeks a strong leader with outstanding strategic planning, management; and communication/presentation skills for the position of Administrator to the Administrative Services Division. Collier County population of approximately 260,000 is located on Florida’s southwestern coast on the Gulf of Mexico.
Sub-tropical climate and white sand beaches offer a perfect location for those seeking a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle including fishing, golfing, boating, tennis and other recreational activities. Collier County, one of the fastest growing counties in the nation, is governed by a 5-member Board of Commissioners, who appoints a County Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of the government.
Together they oversee 1,600 County employees and a budget of $808 million. Five major Divisions comprise departments within the County framework with the Administrator of the Administrative Services Division reporting to the Deputy County Manager.
Responsibilities of this position include planning, directing and overseeing the programs, services, resources, and staff of the Administrative Services Division, which provides centralized support services to 1,600 employees and 30+ County Departments. The Division is comprised of the following departments; Human Resources, Purchasing, Risk Management (self-insured), Fleet Management, Facilities Management, Information Technology, and centralized grant writing and grant coordination. The Administrator oversees 180 employees; 8 direct reports; a $48.7 million operating budget; and a $50 million construction budget.
Requirements are a Master’s degree in public administration, finance administration, personnel management or a related field; supplemented by nine (9) years of progressively responsible experience planning and managing finance, budget and personnel programs, resources and operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME TO: CCG Human Resources Department, 3301 E. Tamiami Trail, Naples, Fla. 34112, or FAX (941) 774-8455, or APPLY ONLINE OR EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO: Jobs@colliergov.net Under Florida law, resumes are public documents and will be provided to the media upon request. Please contact us prior to submitting your application/resume if confidentiality is important to you. EOE/Veterans Preference/At Will Position.
CITY MANAGER—CITY OF BLUEFIELD, W.VA
Excellent benefits (population 11,000)
The City of Bluefield, West Virginia with an annual budget of $7.6 million and 137 employees is seeking a City Manager. This position reports to a 5-member elected Board of Directors and is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the activities of all departments of the city. A minimum of three years public administration experience is required, with five years preferred. Previous experience in budgeting and finance, human resource management, information technology, risk management, grants procurement and administration, economic development strategies, and other matters including land use planning, zoning regulations, and public works. Experience and knowledge in local government accounting is desirable. A degree in Public Administration, Economics, Finance or business related field is required. Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume, a minimum of three references and a cover letter with salary requirements postmarked no later than Sunday, November 17, 2002 to City Board of Directors, Search Committee, City of Bluefield, P.O. Box 4100, Bluefield, WV 24701. EOE/ADA
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR—CLARE COUNTY, MICH.
Desirable Central Michigan County (pop. 30,000) at the Gateway to Northern Michigan’s vacation and retirement paradise is seeking a self-motivated individual for the position of County Administrator. We are looking for a team leader who understands and can balance the complex political and fiscal realties of county government and has demonstrated his/her ability to motivate people to work successfully together.
Clare County has 170 employees and an annual General Fund budget of approximately $11 million. The individual selected will be responsible for directing and coordinating county administration. Duties include budget preparation and administration, personnel and labor relations. A Master’s degree in Public Administration is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Position is available immediately. Contact the Clare County Clerk’s Office at (989) 539-7131 for an application. Applications and resumes submitted to: Carol A. McAulay, Clare County Clerk, P.O. Box 438, Harrison, MI 48625. Deadline for submitting applications and resumes is November 8, 2002. The County of Clare does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment of the provision of services.
FINANCE DIRECTOR—CITY OF WINCHESTER, VA.
The City of Winchester is seeking applicants for the position of Finance Director. Winchester, founded in 1744, is the oldest Virginia city west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The City is located at the northern entrance to the Shenandoah Valley and encompasses 9.3 square miles with a population of approximately 23,000.
The City’s annual budget is over $100 million including schools. Applicants must have a minimum of a bachelors degree in public finance, administration, or related field with extensive experience in management level position. Master’s degree in Public Administration or related field and local government management experience a plus.
Duties include supervising the City’s financial functions, including accounting, budget and investments. The successful candidate must have a through knowledge of laws governing accounting practices in municipalities. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience. The City provides an excellent benefits package. Apply: Administration Dept., Rouss City Hall, Winchester, VA 22601. (540) 667-1815 ext. 449. TDD (540) 722-0782. EOE/AA. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability.
SENIOR PLANNER, COMMUNITY HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES—POLK COUNTY, FLA.
Salary: $44,678 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 ADMINISTRATOR—UNION COUNTY, N.C.
Salary: $62,018–$93,029.
Union County, N.C. seeks a highly motivated individual to plan, direct and coordinate work in the listing and assessment of real and personal property and collection of ad valorem taxes and other revenues. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or related field, and six to nine years of experience in tax assessments and collections including supervisory experience required. North Carolina revaluation and automated tax systems experience preferred. Must be certified by the North Carolina department of revenue within two years from the date of appointment. Salary range: $62,018–$93,029. Submit completed applications to the Personnel Department, 500 North Main Street, Suite 835, Monroe, N.C. 28112. Closing date: November 22, 2002. www.co.union.nc.us.
