Job Description:
Cass County County Administrator
Cass County (pop. 51,642) in Southwest Michigan seeks a County Administrator.
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Board of Commissioners, the County Administrator:
- Serves as the chief administrator and fiscal officer, responsible for implementing Board policies, overseeing daily county operations, and ensuring compliance with Michigan laws
- Manages key departments and internal services, advises the Board on financial and operational matters, and collaborates with elected officials and department heads.
- Provides executive leadership, strategic planning, and policy recommendations to the Board
- Oversees financial planning, budgeting, and expenditure management.
- Directs labor negotiations, employee compensation, benefits, and human resources policies
- Collaborates with department heads and elected officials to resolve operational challenges and improve efficiency
- Manages risk, facilities, infrastructure planning, and countywide purchasing processes
- Prepares Board and committee agendas, attends meetings, and advises on key county matters
- Coordinates legal matters with outside counsel, ensuring compliance with laws and policies
- Engages with community leaders, local governments, and organizations.
- Serves as the County’s spokesperson and liaison for public relations and communications.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, finance, or related field (master’s preferred)
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in county government with
strong leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills - Knowledge of county government operations, municipal finance, labor laws and public policy
- Ability to work effectively with elected officials, employees, businesses and the public
- Skilled in financial management, labor relations, and contract negotiations
Salary: $100,000 to $150,000
How to apply:
Applicants must submit Letters of Interest, resumes, and all credentials via email by clicking within. Full job description and application are on the Cass County website. Deadline April 11, 2025.
Salary/Compensation: $100,000 - $150,000 per year
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