Assistant to County Administrator

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This is a high-level position that supports the County Administrator in managing key county operations, overseeing projects, developing policy, handling confidential matters and ensuring efficient departmental coordination. The individual manages the County's community relations and outreach programs, meeting logistics and special projects as assigned by the County Administrator.

• 40% Responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive community relations strategy (events, communication, social media, website, FOIA, etc) whose cornerstones are branding, communication & relationships with residents.
• 15% Coordinates and oversees special projects as assigned by the County Administrator.
• 15% Assists the County Administrator with oversight of the administrative and management functions, acts in his or her absence with appropriate authorization, recommends and implements administrative practices to ensure purposeful use of human, financial and physical resources and assists with the annual budget process as needed.
• 10% Assists in preparation of meeting agendas & materials for various committees and meetings as requested and manages meeting logistics.
• 5% Provides or arranges for information, reports and studies for the County Board, Committees, Boards or Commissions as directed by the County Administrator.
• 5% Recommends objectives and associated goals for various departments/services to achieve the most cost efficient and effective operation possible.
• 5% Serves as a mediator for issues, like problems and disputes involving staff, committees, public and intergovernmental matters as delegated by the County Administrator.
• 5% Assists with research, application, implementation and associated coordination of grants, grant deliverables, tracking and reporting.

• Ability to represent the County appropriately with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy at a variety of community events and activities in support of positive public relations initiatives; interacts effectively with a wide range of people, including high-level government officials, community leaders, county employees and members of the general public.
• Skill to develop and maintain effective and appropriate liaison relationships with the County Board, elected officials, County employees and representatives of other agencies and local governments.
• Knowledge of modern office management practices, standard office automation software along with specialized software used in agenda management, website management, email and calendaring programs.
• Skill and ability to follow instructions, execute job duties in challenging, stressful situations.
• Skill and ability to follow and function within the organizational structure.
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment, initiative, strategic visions, and discretion.
• Must demonstrate exemplary ethics and act with integrity.
• Ability to think analytically and apply sound judgment, solve problems, and make effective decisions.
• Must possess the ability to pay attention to accuracy/attention to detail with multi-tasking capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including analytical report writing.
• Ability to interpret and explain complex policies, processes, regulations, and applicable laws.
• Ability to plan, direct and evaluate the work of others, while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Considerable independent judgment, personal discretion, and resourcefulness are needed to interpret circumstances, and to make decisions in major areas where there may be uncertainty in approach, methodology, and interpretations.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize the work of self and others to meet deadline.
• Excellent time management skills, with proven ability to continuously manage multiple tasks, competing demands, and dealing with frequent changes, delays, or unforeseen circumstances.
• Ability to be a collaborator to work with teams of employees from all levels of the organization to accomplish specific goals and objectives.
• Innovation and proven experience in conflict resolution and problem solving are critical as they aid in the research and evaluation of issues, proposal of actions, policies and solutions for a growing and progressive community.
• Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, public relations, business administration or a related field (Master's Degree Preferred).
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in local government.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a current unrestricted (not due to corrective lenses) driver's license and auto insurance pursuant to the Rock County Administrative Policy and Procedure 5.02 and 5.27.