County Administrator

• Oversees and directs county operations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services across all departments.
• Provides leadership to department heads and staff, including setting expectations, monitoring performance, and providing organizational guidance.
• Develops, administers, and monitors the county budget, including financial reporting, expenditure tracking, and coordination with the Finance Director to ensure fiscal accountability.
• Advises and supports the BOCC on administrative, financial, and policy matters.
• Prepares and participates in BOCC meetings and work sessions, including agenda development and drafting resolutions, ordinances, and related materials.
• Supports the BOCC in budget preparation and implementation, budget hearings, and long-range financial planning.
• Monitors and advises the Board on relevant local, state, and federal legislation.
• Coordinates communication and operations among departments, elected officials, and external agencies.
• Represents the county in community, intergovernmental, and professional settings.
• Responds to and resolves citizen inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Assists with grant development, funding opportunities, and legislative initiatives.
• Provides leadership and coordination during declared emergencies or disasters.

• Reviews and approves routine financial transactions as required, including accounts payable items.
• Participates in regular meetings with department heads, staff, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with county priorities.
• Monitors financial trends and performance through ongoing review of reports and data.
• Maintains knowledge of public administration best practices through research, training, and professional conferences.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support the effective operation of county government.

• Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field required
• Master's degree in public administration of related field preferred
• Minimum five years of experience in a senior administrative role, including supervision
• Minimum five years of city or county government experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Kansas driver's license

• Thorough knowledge of county government operations, policies, and intergovernmental relationships, preferably within Kansas.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct operations, manage performance, and promote organizational efficiency.
• Expertise in financial management, including budgeting, fiscal oversight, and capital planning.
• Ability to plan, organize, delegate, and complete work independently while exercising sound judgment and accountability.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage elected officials, staff, and the public.
• Ability to work professionally and effectively within a political environment, demonstrating integrity and transparency.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build consensus and provide clear direction.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including data evaluation and decision-making in routine and emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical, financial, and procedural information.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to adapt to new technologies.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and produce accurate work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism and accountability.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and support coordinated response efforts.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, professional development, and achieving organizational goals.

• Work location(s) of the job:
  • Indoors - Constantly. Usually well lit, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation.
  • Outdoors - Occasionally
• Objectionable condition(s) found on the job:
  • Computer Use - Constantly
  • Driving/Travel - Occasional local travel, which may involve exposure to extreme weather conditions.
  • Stressful situations may occur when dealing with the public.
• Undesirable health and safety condition(s) under which employee must perform:
  • None
• Machines, Tools and/or Equipment Used:
  • Basic office equipment to include computer, copy machine, fax machine, printer, telephone system.
• Physical characteristics/requirements of the job:
  • Sit/Stand/Walk - Regularly
  • Kneeling - Occasionally
  • Crouching - Occasionally
  • Using Fingers/hands - Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.
  • Talking - Frequently
  • Hearing - Frequently; noise level is usually moderate.
  • Seeing - Constantly
  • Vision Abilities - close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Lifting/Moving - Occasionally; seldom lifting/moving a maximum weight of 50 pounds.

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