County Administrator - Meeker County

Minnesota City Jobs; Minnesota; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The County Administrator is the administrative head of the County and is responsible for the oversight and performance monitoring of all County departments and services.

Responsibilities include advising the County Board on policies and procedures, strategic planning, supervisory responsibility for management within the County, leadership development, and overseeing and managing County finances, including facilitation of the annual and long-term budget planning process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field.
• Eight (8) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor all County departments and services.
• Advise the County Board on policies and procedures, strategic planning, and budget processes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The County Administrator is the administrative head of the County and is responsible for the oversight and performance monitoring of all County departments and services. Responsibilities include advising the County Board on policies and procedures, strategic planning, supervisory responsibility for management within the County, leadership development, and overseeing and managing County finances, including facilitation of the annual and long-term budget planning process.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, or related field, and eight (8) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education. A master’s degree is preferred.

Application Information

Application deadline: September 9, 2026

Finalists will be selected on September 29, 2026

Final interviews will be held on October 16, 2026

Contact: Pat Melvin, [e-mail], 612-385-7162