Senior Assistant County Administrator – Public Safety

Washington; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 185,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County in Hillsboro, Oregon is seeking an Assistant County Administrator to help guide a mission-driven, community-centered organization. You will oversee public safety-related departments, collaborate on legislation, and lead budget initiatives, working with the County Administrator and department directors.

The role requires senior leadership capability, strong political acumen, and the ability to build partnerships with elected officials, staff, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, public policy, political or social science, economics, or a related field.
• Six years in government management with budget, program coordination experience.
• Three of six years supervising professional staff.
• Ability to analyze management problems and fiscal analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio including public safety departments and liaise with directors.
• Lead annual budget process with outcome-focused recommendations.
• Collaborate with government relations to analyze legislation affecting operations.
• Represent the County Administrator in boards, committees, and cross-agency partnerships.

Skills

Public admin

Budget & Finance

Communication

Strategic planning

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, public policy, political or social science, economics, or a related field

Job description

Washington County in Hillsboro, Oregon is seeking an Assistant County Administrator to help guide a mission-driven, community-centered organization. You will oversee public safety-related departments, collaborate on legislation, and lead budget initiatives, working with the County Administrator and department directors.

The role requires senior leadership capability, strong political acumen, and the ability to build partnerships with elected officials, staff, and community partners.