The County Administrator position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.  A Master’s Degree in Public or Business Administration is preferred.  Minimum of eight (8) years of public management experience as a Chief Executive/Administrator or Deputy Chief Executive/Administrator in a high performing, comparably sized, growing community with a wide range of duties in operation and management is desired.  Prior experience should show high levels of performance in areas that include finance and budget, growth management, long range and strategic planning, staff development, and maintaining positive lines of communication at all levels.  Experience with rating agencies preferred.  Designation as ICMA Credentialed status is preferred.  County residency is required within a reasonable time of appointment to the position.  Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.