Deputy Administrator – Operations

Job Description

The Deputy Administrator of Operations assists the County Administrator with the oversight of operations through the coordinated leadership of departments consisting of Tax Assessor, GIS, Museum, Planning & Zoning, Public Works, and Recreation; developing and coordinating county programs and policies, and prepares administrative and fiscal reports.

Essential Functions:

• Serves as the Deputy Administrator of Operations; providing direct assistance to the County Administrator and County Council in all operations departments, and coordinates special projects.
• Manages assigned departments (Tax Assessor, GIS, Museum, Planning & Zoning, Public Works, and Recreation) and performs duties as assigned.
• Facilitates and coordinates multi-departmental issues, projects and concerns to ensure a comprehensive approach in managing county programs in the most effective and efficient way.
• Stays abreast of local government issues and agreements and presents facts to County Administrator and/or County Attorney for review.
• Develops recommendations for new programs, administrative policy modifications and ordinances for the presentation to the County Administrator.
• Determines the economic feasibility of new services and capital investments.
• Assists County Administrator in identifying potential problems and develop strategic solutions.
• Assists in the development, preparation, and presentation of operating and capital budgets for departments assigned for County Administrator and Council approval.
• Communicates with a variety of governmental groups and assists the general public.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Attends various meetings.
• Performs all other related duties as required.

Qualifications: Education and Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field. Master’s degree in a related field is preferred, supplemented by at least five years experience in public sector management and budgeting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to lead the Operations Departments of Florence County.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move and lift 10 lb. objects regularly.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have the ability to travel up to 5%.

Company Description

Vision

Florence County strives to be an exceptional place to live, work, and visit by enhancing the quality of life for our employees and those who call the County home, by encouraging innovation and economic opportunities, and by fostering trust and integrity in the County.

Mission

Florence County will provide high-quality public services, plan for the needs of our citizens, and promote a safe, healthy, and thriving community for all.

Benefits

• South Carolina Retirement System
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Retiree Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Flexible Spending Account
• Onsite Employee Health Clinic
• Onsite Employee Workout Facility
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Discounted rates at local fitness facilities