Interim County Administrator/Controller
Ithaca, MI
Full Time
Gratiot County
Executive
About the Organization
Gratiot County, encompasses the geographical center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, known for its strong and diverse manufacturing base and progressive agriculture operations. Gratiot County is home to Alma College, multiple county and private parks, five Michigan Certified Business Parks, and two wind farms. Gratiot County has been appropriately identified as a forward-looking community that continuously positions itself for a successful future.
Throughout the county, there are various outdoor recreational opportunities provided by the Pine and Maple rivers, three state game areas, bicycle rail trails, a canoe trail and multiple county and private parks offering camping, swimming and hiking excursions. The cities and villages in Gratiot County all offer attractive downtown areas with a variety of dining options and unique shopping opportunities.
For additional information about Gratiot County, visit: https://www.gratiotmi.com/
About the Role of Interim County Administrator
The interim County Administrator will have responsibility for financial management, budgeting, human resources, and other administrative areas and oversee management of all county facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
About You
The ideal candidate for this role is excited about the opportunity to serve a wonderful County during this time of transition. They have strong leadership skills, strong financial knowledge, and are an excellent communicator.
To Apply
Gratiot County, encompasses the geographical center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, known for its strong and diverse manufacturing base and progressive agriculture operations. Gratiot County is home to Alma College, multiple county and private parks, five Michigan Certified Business Parks, and two wind farms. Gratiot County has been appropriately identified as a forward-looking community that continuously positions itself for a successful future.
Throughout the county, there are various outdoor recreational opportunities provided by the Pine and Maple rivers, three state game areas, bicycle rail trails, a canoe trail and multiple county and private parks offering camping, swimming and hiking excursions. The cities and villages in Gratiot County all offer attractive downtown areas with a variety of dining options and unique shopping opportunities.
For additional information about Gratiot County, visit: https://www.gratiotmi.com/
About the Role of Interim County Administrator
The interim County Administrator will have responsibility for financial management, budgeting, human resources, and other administrative areas and oversee management of all county facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversees human resources administration, finance and other administrative functions.
- Reviews and approves departmental budgets and expenditures.
- Collaborate with the Board, committees of the Board, and department heads to identify key priorities and develop short-term strategic plans for the county during the transition.
- Enforces the strategy for collective bargaining and administration of all labor agreements within the County.
- Oversees the management and maintenance of all County facilities.
- Maintains communications systems and technological development within the County.
- Makes critical decisions during a period of transition between permanent administrators.
About You
The ideal candidate for this role is excited about the opportunity to serve a wonderful County during this time of transition. They have strong leadership skills, strong financial knowledge, and are an excellent communicator.
To Apply
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