County Manager

The County Manager is a contracted employee appointed by Commissioners Court and serving subject to removal by the Court. The position serves as the Court's chief appointed administrative officer, implements its policies, and oversees departments and functions assigned to the position, subject to applicable law and lawful delegations of authority. The County Manager coordinates with elected and other independently appointed officials while respecting their statutory and constitutional responsibilities. Salary is dependent on commensurate experience.

Responsibilities

Oversees county departments, programs, and personnel assigned to the County Manager's supervision; Executes the policies of the Commissioners Court, translating strategic goals into operational plans; Supports the Commissioners Court with timely, accurate, and sufficient information for informed decisions; Coordinates Commissioners Court meetings, agendas, and public notices, and coordinates timely posting under the Texas Open Meetings Act; Exercises lawfully delegated hiring, disciplinary, and termination authority for department directors and other personnel; Provides professional and technical advice to the Commissioners Court on policy, planning, and regulatory matters; Serves as a liaison among elected officials, staff, residents, and partner organizations; Monitors internal and external service delivery systems within assigned areas; Facilitates the development and implementation of long-range plans and initiatives; Promotes and monitors compliance with applicable laws and regulations; Coordinates development and monitoring of the annual budget; May serve as County Budget Officer, County Investment Officer, or Executive Director of the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority if designated or selected; Performs other duties lawfully assigned by Commissioners Court

Requirements

Master's degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or similar field, or a terminal degree in a closely related field; Ten years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including senior management roles, with at least two years in an executive management role involving responsibility for multiple departments or major operational functions; Strong communication and collaboration skills; sound judgment in working with elected officials and other stakeholders; ability to exercise discretion and lead diverse teams; Demonstrated knowledge of public budgeting, financial management, grant administration, human resources, procurement, and operational oversight; Commitment to ethical standards, transparency, and professionalism in all interactions

Nice to have

Texas county management experience

Benefits

Competitive salary; retirement; employee benefits, many available to spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren); work/life balance support