Note : This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.
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Job Type:
Regular
Pay Range:
$185,487.84 - $236,638.44 Salary
Department:
County Administrative Office (CAO)
FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt
About the Opportunity:
This position will remain open until filled with the first review of applications beginning the week of November 16. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed as needed.
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Washington County
Washington County is looking for a collaborative, forward thinking Assistant County Administrator who is passionate about public service and community impact. In this key leadership role, you will work closely with the County Administrator, fellow Assistant County Administrators, and Department Directors to help guide a mission driven, community centered organization. Our work is grounded in integrity, stewardship, accessibility, collaboration, and accountability. Through our One Washington County vision, we build a connected future that ensures all residents have access to essential resources and opportunities.
What You Will Lead
With delegated authority from the County Administrator, you will oversee a portfolio that includes primarily public safety related departments such as the Sheriff’s Office, District Attorney’s Office, Law Library, Justice Court, Community Corrections, and Juvenile Services. Some departments within this portfolio have directors who report directly to this position, while others are led by independently elected officials. In those cases, the Assistant County Administrator serves as a liaison to support coordination and shared priorities. The position also serves as a liaison to the County Auditor, and portfolio assignments may shift over time based on organizational needs.
In this role, you will help shape major countywide initiatives and decisions by:
Playing a central role in the annual budget process and offering outcome focused recommendations
Collaborating with government relations staff and County departments to analyze and advise on legislation that affects operations
Taking a leadership role in work related to local option levy development that provides critical funding to public safety services
Representing the County Administrator and Board of County Commissioners in community settings, on boards and committees, and in cross agency partnerships
Key Projects You Will Champion
As Assistant County Administrator, you will guide several high visibility and high impact initiatives, including:
The Jail and Community Corrections Center Expansion Project
The Courthouse Replacement Project
Community Corrections Contact Standards Implementation
Oregon Public Safety Coordination Grant
Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of Public administration and local government operations, including how budget and fiscal systems function in day‑to‑day practice.
Knowledge of criminal justice systems and how to build productive partnerships with public safety agencies.
Skill in using data, research, and analytical reasoning to identify trends, solve problems, and support informed decision‑making.
Skill in developing short and long‑term plans with clear goals, actionable steps, and measurable outcomes.
Skill in identifying challenges, weighing options, and implementing solutions that support organizational goals and keep work moving forward.
Skill in communicating effectively, including explaining complex information, navigating difficult conversations, and keeping stakeholders informed during times of change.
Ability to lead and support teams with various responsibilities by setting clear expectations and fostering high performance.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department leaders, community partners, and staff at all levels.
Ability to supervise and…