Cook County Administrator

Position Profile:
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To apply:
Visit https://daviddrown.hiringplatform.com/304337-cook-county-administrator/1160584-application-form/en and complete the application process by May 7, 2025. Finalists will be selected on May 27, 2025, and final interviews will be held on June 19, 2025.

Job Summary:
The County Administrator is the chief administrative officer in the County.  The Administrator is responsible for directing and managing the overall operation, departments and personnel in conformance with Minnesota Statute 375A.06.  The Administrator shall ensure compliance with all County Board directives, policies and procedures; coordinate the various activities of the County; and unify the management of its affairs.  The Administrator will assist the County Board in formulating strategic direction and provide leadership for exercising general and administrative supervision over designated county functions and operations.  The Administrator will lead the organization and build a workplace culture that supports and implements the County’s vision, mission, strategies, and goals.

Performs highly responsible leadership and managerial work as chief administrative officer of the county.  The employee is under broad policy guidance and direction from the County Board.  Work is performed in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and the accepted standards and practices of public administration.  The Administrator has wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and decision making for the administration and direction of all programs and functions of government under the jurisdiction of the Board of County Commissioners. The Administrator directs and oversees the work of others, including program/service planning and delivery, personnel selection, evaluation of work performance, training, and disciplinary activities. The Administrator promotes employee professional development and provides coaching and mentoring to others.

Cook County’s employees are part of an innovative team committed to supporting community through quality public service. We offer rewarding career opportunities with great benefits in one of the most beautiful places in the world.

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Cook County Courthouse, 411 W 2nd Street, Grand Marais, MN