Strategic County Administrator & Policy Champion

Boulder County; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Boulder County in Colorado seeks a County Administrator to serve as the county’s main administrative officer, reporting to the Board of County Commissioners. This role implements policy directions, coordinates across departments, and oversees resources to meet BOCC objectives.

Responsibilities include leading the annual budget process, communicating policy, directing operational matters, and coordinating disaster response and continuity plans.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of management principles and public administration.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to apply these to public administration.
• Residency within the Boulder County region is required.

Responsibilities

• Meets regularly with the BOCC.
• Implements BOCC policy direction and strategic priorities.
• Manages day-to-day administration of the county organization.
• Coordinates updates to manuals and processes with elected officials.
• Oversees budget development in collaboration with county officials.
• Leads disaster response and continuity planning.

Skills

Management principles

Organizational skills

Public administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field

Master’s degree

Job description

Boulder County in Colorado seeks a County Administrator to serve as the county’s main administrative officer, reporting to the Board of County Commissioners. This role implements policy directions, coordinates across departments, and oversees resources to meet BOCC objectives.

Responsibilities include leading the annual budget process, communicating policy, directing operational matters, and coordinating disaster response and continuity plans.