Strategic Public Governance Leader

Minnehaha County; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 155,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Extended sick leave

Retirement plan

Supplemental retirement program

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Minnehaha County in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Commission Administrative Officer to advise and support the five-member Board of County Commissioners, directing leadership across more than 17 departments and 700 employees.

The role shapes policy, coordinates budgets, oversees contracts, and represents the County in labor relations and public engagements. A bachelor’s degree and extensive public administration experience are required, with MBA/JD preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, or closely related field required.
• Seven years of increasingly responsible experience in public administration or related field required.
• MBA or JD preferred; ability to build collaborative relationships with local, regional, national stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support a five-member Board of County Commissioners in leadership of County government.
• Coordinate short and long-range planning for County operations.
• Prepare and analyze legislation; testify before committees; inform legislative agendas.
• Represent the County in meetings with other government entities; participate in labor relations and contract negotiations.
• Oversee budgets, organize hearings, and monitor budget performance; prepare ordinances and resolutions.
• Supervise Commission Office staff including hiring, training, and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Public administration

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, or closely related field

Job description

Minnehaha County in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Commission Administrative Officer to advise and support the five-member Board of County Commissioners, directing leadership across more than 17 departments and 700 employees.

The role shapes policy, coordinates budgets, oversees contracts, and represents the County in labor relations and public engagements. A bachelor’s degree and extensive public administration experience are required, with MBA/JD preferred.