Deputy County Administrator

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job. Requirements include the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business or a related field with Graduate level coursework or a Master's Degree preferred.
• Five years of administrative experience in county government or related setting with responsibility for government finances.
• Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite applications, database entry and the ability to learn new software programs applicable to the position.
• Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License.

Supervised By: County Administrator/Controller

Supervises: Subordinate office staff

Position Summary:

Acts for the County Administrator/Controller in the absence of that official. Under the supervision of the County Administrator/Controller, responsible for the coordination and preparation of the annual budget, audits and analyzes information for budget proposals, and carries out various tasks related to budget adjustments. Assists with the personnel and employee relations program at the County. Researches public policy issues and drafts policies for review, and performs other projects as assigned. Coordinates implementation of various projects as assigned. Provides staff support to all standing committees of the Board of Commissioners.

Essential Job Functions:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

1.     Provides staff support to standing committees of the Board of Commissioners, includes conducting research, directing and participating in special projects, and providing information to the Board of Commissioners in order to facilitate decision making.

2.     Monitors current year revenue and expenditures of various departments and funds for compliance with established budgets. Communicates with department heads relative to budgets. Communicates with department heads relative to spending control and responds to requests for information from same.

3.     Monitors expenditures within line items of departmental budgets as assigned to assure financial control of funds expended and encumbered. Communicates to departments regarding correct budget procedures.

4.     Responsible for preparing and analyzing information for budget proposals, also develops cost projections, and carries out financial and public policy research.

5.     Monitors Capital Improvements budgets and develops the Capital Improvements budget document.

6.     Prepares budget adjustments for Accounting when necessary, due to action by Board or County Administrator/Controller. Monitors revenues and expenditures for compliance with established budgets.

7.     Assists in preparing for collective bargaining by conducting surveys and gathering data on wages, benefits, and conditions of employment. Prepares personnel cost/wage-fringe projections. Assists in the interpretation of personnel policies and labor agreements.

8.     Responsible for the coordination of various projects, including development of bid specifications where applicable.

9.     Provides current issue summaries, analysis, and recommendations to the County Administrator/Controller. Drafts resolutions as assigned.

10. In the absence of the County Administrator/Controller, responsible for the financial functions of the County. Authorized to approve payment of budgeted funds prior to audit.