§ 15-020. QUALIFICATIONS  


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  • The County Administrative Officer shall be an individual with demonstrated administrative and managerial capabilities with a minimum of five years of experience in an executive and/or administrative position. The individual shall possess extensive knowledge of: modern principles of public administration, organization, and management; principles and practices of labor relations; principles and practices of governmental budgeting; the powers, limitations, organization, methods, and financial difficulties of County government; the principles of effective public relations; and, State and Federal programs applicable to local government. The individual shall have the ability to: analyze and make recommendations on administrative and technical issues; interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, rules and regulations; plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the work of others; prepare and present comprehensive reports and recommendations; and, establish and maintain effective relationships with public officials, administrators, employees, and the public. The individual shall also have demonstrated skills in coordinating the activities of administrative officials while encouraging their development and administrative ability.

(Ord. No. 1619, § 1, 6-28-2016)