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County Executive Operations Management

Travis County is seeking a forward-thinking individual with a proven track record in implementing, directing and achieving high performance of internal County support Departments and programs. Reporting directly to the Travis County Commissioners Court, the County Executive of Operations Management (CEOM) directs and administers County programs and services of the Facilities Management, Human Resources Management, and Communications and Records Services Departments. The CEOM will manage these multiple departments through senior managers to ensure the very best in responsive and efficient operation of internal services and engagement of key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, able to identify and integrate internal services to achieve efficiencies, and influence opportunities to improve, enhance or reengineer existing processes and practices. A results oriented leader will serve at the pleasure of the Commissioners Court, and oversee 3 direct reports, a total of 225 indirect reports, and will be responsible for oversight and management of a $149.6 million annual budget.

County Executive Brochure

To be considered, please complete an online application in its entirety, submit a cover letter, five (5) work-related references (who will not be contacted without prior notice), indication of current salary and a resume that reflects the size of staff and budgets you have managed.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Serves under general policy direction from the Commissioners Court. Works collaboratively with other Travis County Executives to achieve the goals and objectives of the Commissioners Court. Manages multiple departments through senior administrators to ensure completion of performance mission and objectives in compliance with multi-million dollar operating and capital budgets, including oversight of the development of programs that increase efficiency, effectiveness and long-range planning. Operates as the direct supervisor, providing executive direction and manages a broad range of functions relating to Facilities Management, Human Resources Management, and Communications and Records Services. Oversees a workforce of Travis County employees, as well as the planning, financial, and administrative functions of these functional areas. Coordinates with other governmental entities to ensure that services delivered meet the needs of departments and constituents served. Develops and interprets policy and procedures for elected and appointed officials, department heads, constituents and other governmental entities. Sets the standards for best management practices. Provides demand-responsive administrative support on complex issues to the Commissioners Court and County departments served.

AREAS OF MANAGEMENT:

  • Facilities Management Department: to include manage and provide professional services for project management, planning, design, construction, maintenance, operations and leases to meet economic and functional needs of Travis County through an interdisciplinary, collaborative team of design and construction industry professionals partnered with skilled facility operations and maintenance technicians.
  • Human Resources Management Department: to include partnering with county departments, providing support by professional human resources staff to provide services related to benefits, compensation, staffing & recruitment, organizational development, risk & safety, employee wellness, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
  • Communications and Records Services: to include the County’s public law libraries, TCTV channel 17 television station, internal print and mail services, imaging, storage, and destruction of county records, internal copier and office equipment repair, coordination of the county’s policy manual, the public information resources, and document the functions and activities of the Travis County government, support the conduct of the government by preserving and providing access to essential county records, and maintain the history of the county and its community through the preservation of records with historical value through the County archives.
  • Any other areas assigned by the Commissioners Court.

Duties and Responsibilities
As the Chief Executive in the Operations Management functional areas, the County Executive is responsible for:

  • Developing, reviewing and recommending actions related to critical issues, initiatives, new policies and changes to existing policies (both recommended to the Court for approval or at the direction of the Court).
  • Planning, directing and reviewing the management oversight for multiple departments, through department directors.
  • Hiring authority, firing authority, performance management, policy adherence, and grievance matters.
  • Overseeing development of performance measures for functional areas to ensure alignment with short and long range goals and objectives, both within the assigned functional areas, and as a member of the Executive Management Team.
  • Demonstrating continuous effort to improve operations and seamless customer service, including plans for future services and budgetary requirements.
  • Interaction with the public, other governmental agencies, organizations (both for-profit and not-for-profit), and other concerned citizens.
  • Collaborative interaction with Travis County elected and appointed officials, department heads, and officials from other governmental agencies.
  • Compliance with Federal, State, and Local codes, county policies, and directives from the Commissioners Court.
  • Presenting technical information clearly and logically in a manner that is easily understood to Commissioners Court, and various and diverse audiences.
  • Cultivating cooperative partnerships with other elected and appointed officials and department heads, within the organization, outside public and private organizations to provide infrastructure, and conduct needs assessments to monitor and improve customer service delivery.
  • Directing and collaborating on research and development in prioritized areas, such as future building programs, program development, projected personnel requirements, funding projections and future legislation.
  • Collaborating on a regular basis with local policy makers to ensure consistency of plans and projections with local standards, legislative mandates and community expectations.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration or a field directly related to one or more of the functional areas assigned;

AND

Eight (8) years of professional management and leadership experience, including significant previous employment experience in position(s) of a similar scope and responsibilities.

Five (5) years combined senior professional management and leadership experience at the executive level of state or local government, or public sector management/administration, including supervision of managerial and professional level work activities with responsibility for developing, implementing, and managing goals and objectives with significant organizational impact; developing work plans and/or strategic plans.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements :

Valid Driver’s License. NOTE: If out-of-state license, must acquire Texas Driver’s License within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred :

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration or a field directly related to one or more of the functional areas assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Demonstrated Knowledge of:

  • Theory, principles, policies, practices and techniques relating to functional areas, including strategic planning, personnel management, budgeting, and managerial accounting.
  • Theory, principles, policies, practices and techniques relating to public administration at the executive level including budgeting from various funding sources, complex contract negotiations and administration, planning, communication and presentations, research and systems analysis.
  • Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, codes, rules, regulations and guidelines.
  • Computer equipment and software packages related to functional areas and executive management.
  • Problem solving, technical analysis, modeling and statistical analysis, alternatives analysis.
  • Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.

Demonstrated Skill in:

  • Collaboration, such as consensus-building, management of cross-functional teams, dispute resolution and negotiation.
  • Communication, orally and in writing, with small and large, diverse groups.
  • Leadership and management of a diverse group of employees, including service, clerical, professional and management level employees.
  • Critical thinking, such as problem-solving, decision-making, and exercising independent judgment and business acumen.
  • Project management and coordination, on an executive level, with internal employees, outside contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Interacting effectively with all levels of management, employees, and multiple outside agencies and outside contractors.
  • Exercising independent judgment.

Demonstrated Ability to:

  • Lead and manage employees respectfully at all levels within span of control.
  • Develop short range and long term plans to meet and facilitate the vision set by the Commissioners Court; effectively communicate the vision, plans and goals to employees at all levels within span of control.
  • Maintain professional ethics and personal integrity, representing the County in a professional manner.
  • Direct and interpret quantitative, financial and systems analysis of business problems.
  • Develop or lead others in developing or changing programs to foster increased efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Evaluate impact of a policy, procedure, plan and/or program, by itself and in relationship to other policies, procedures, plans or programs.
  • Work in diverse, decentralized, multi-faceted organization.
  • Create and successfully manage organizational change.
  • Develop and interpret policies, procedures, codes, ordinances, regulations, laws and contracts.
  • Write complex reports and business correspondence, including graphs and charts.
  • Effectively present information to Commissioners Court, senior management, employees and public groups, including the State Legislature utilizing tact and diplomacy.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County Executives, Commissioners Court and staff, Elected and Appointed Officials, Attorneys, Judges, other Department Heads, media, representatives of multiple outside agencies, other County employees and officials, and the general public.
  • Negotiate conflict and create collaborative solutions.
  • Negotiate complex contracts with public and private sector partners to share or leverage resources.
  • Develop and evaluate legislative initiatives to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of business operations and/or enhance regulatory powers for the better good of County residents.

Work Environment & Other Information
WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER INFORMATION:

Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, carrying, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, driving, client/customer contact, balancing, occasional indoor/outdoor activities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Work Hours: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.; Monday through Friday; Other work hours may be required to meet the demands of position.

Department: Operations Management

Location: 700 Lavaca St., Austin

Criminal, Education, and Employment background check required.

Please be sure your application accurately reflects your skills and abilities as they relate to the position to achieve maximum opportunity. Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered as this information will be used to determine minimum qualifications. NOTE: Entering “N/A” or “See Resume/Application” on any of the Supplemental Questions that follow does not qualify as an acceptable response. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the “Work Experience” section of the application for all previous periods of employment in relevant positions. NOTE: Entering “See Resume” in the “Work Experience” sections will deem our application incomplete, and will disqualify you from proceeding in the selection process. Applications and responses to the following Supplemental Questions will be reviewed carefully against the required criteria for this position, and only those who appear to have the most relevant qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.

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