County Administrative Officer

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The Candidate:

The ideal candidate must be a confident, high-energy leader, capable of operating with significant independence and initiative, yet open to direction from the Board of Supervisors. They will have the ability to contribute at the executive level; provide highly collaborative and ethical leadership; inspire and lead staff; and also, be recognized by the organization as being strategic, passionate, and committed.

This top caliber individual will also have the ability to build relationships, be flexible, and work in a team-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate will need to have a record of success that emphasizes a career history that supports the ability to:

• Communicate effectively and with confidence when called upon to address the Board of Supervisors, County Departments, and other public committees and community groups;
• Thrive in an environment of change and assist the Board of Supervisors by being a change agent within the County as a proactive problem solver who is willing to take calculated risks and step out beyond the normal;
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders built on trust.

The Department:

County Administration oversees three distinct divisions, each with its own budget: County Insurance & Risk Management, General Services, and the 311 Customer Service Center. General Services includes building maintenance, grounds maintenance, capital projects, and fleet services functions.

The department has 44 permanent, funded staff positions, plus additional extra help positions, and a recommended budget of over $14 million for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

Under policy direction and in accordance with County ordinances, plans, organizes, coordinates, and administers through management staff, all County functions and activities; provides policy guidance and coordinates the activities of department heads; fosters cooperative working relationships among County departments and with intergovernmental, regulatory agencies, and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the County departments and Board of Supervisors; and performs related duties as assigned.

The Community:

Madera County sits at the geographic heart of California, spanning approximately 2,100 square miles. This diverse landscape includes fertile stretches of the San Joaquin Valley, the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, and even a portion of Yosemite National Park.

With a population of 165,387 (including an estimated 77,000 in unincorporated areas), Madera County is recognized as one of California’s fastest-growing regions. We are home to a community college campus, with two more nearby, and are just a short drive from California State University, Fresno, and the University of California at Merced.

Madera County also boasts some of the most desirable housing costs in the state. Being at the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park means residents and visitors enjoy a wealth of outdoor activities, from skiing and fishing, to hiking and exploring numerous recreational streams and lakes. In short, Madera County offers an exciting blend of outdoor adventure, wine tasting, and fascinating historic museums.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, political science, finance, or a related field.

Experience: Seven (7) years of management and administrative experience in a large public organization which included responsibility for management of agency-wide operational, budgetary, and/or administrative programmatic areas in a capacity comparable to a department director.

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment, an appropriate California driver’s license.

Application Process:

To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, complete an online application through our website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/maderacountyca

A comprehensive application should reflect years and months of employment and beginning/ending dates. Please attach a copy of your resume and cover letter for optimal consideration. You may also submit career highlights or accomplishments as a supplemental document for further consideration. Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 P.M. on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. 

Our selection process is designed to identify the most qualified candidates. Resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this brochure. Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be given preliminary interviews. Those deemed most qualified will be referred to the Board of Supervisors for further consideration. If selected, you will be invited to participate in initial interviews in September. The new County Administrative Officer will begin work at a mutually agreeable date, ideally no later than November 1st.

Final appointment by Madera County does require completion of comprehensive reference and background checks. Contact Human Resources Manager, Reshonda Martinez, at [email protected] or 559-675-7705 with any questions.

For additional information, the full job description is available for review at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/maderacountyca