County Board Chief of Staff

Overview

County Board Chief of Staff — Washington County, located in West Bend, has an excellent opportunity. In this position you are responsible for, under direction of the County Board Chair, managing and coordinating the administrative and legislative services provided by the Office of the County Board Chair; to include providing research and recommendations to the County Board on legislative matters.

Salary Range: $ - $;
Pay based on experience.

Washington County offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance;
Short-term and Long-term Disability;
Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts;
Health Savings Accounts, Wisconsin Retirement System and Wisconsin Deferred Compensation (IRS 457);
Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO); tuition and fitness center reimbursement.

Washington County is recognized for our commitment to providing quality services to the citizens of our community. Our team members embrace the challenge of meeting goals and expectations. Every day we work to creatively problem solve, innovate and collaborate as a team to meet customer needs and deliver solutions.

Our Mission:
We create an environment for residents and businesses to enjoy our authentic quality of life through a well governed and administered county dedicated to safe and secure communities; economic growth and vitality; effective mobility and reliable infrastructure; and access to basic needs.

Our Vision:
Washington County strives to cultivate its rich heritage, vibrant economy and attractive communities through the distinct values that define us.

Our Values:
Respect, Optimism, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Collaboration.

Under direction, to manage and coordinate the administrative and legislative services provided by the Office of the County Board Chair; to provide research and recommendations to the County Board on legislative matters; and to perform other duties as requested.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Advises decision-makers on County policy issues, strategic initiatives, and internal and external legislative proposals.
• Manages the Office of the County Board, including budget preparations and directs supervision of administrative and legislative staff of the Office of the County Board Chair and handles any personnel concerns with the staff.
• Directs and conducts research and special project studies for the County Board on a variety of legislative initiatives and policy issues.
• Formulates, develops, and presents policy recommendations, forecasts, planning proposals, summaries, final reports, and proposed legislation to the County Board and its committees.
• Serves as county point person on state innovation grants
• Attends County Board meetings and standing committee meetings serving as support for Robert’s Rules’ advisor
• Serves on various administrative study and technical work groups as a representative of the interests of County Board Supervisors.
• Develops, coordinates, and implements administrative procedures for the support and legislative staff of the Office of the County Board Chair.
• Acts as the liaison between the County Board Chair’s Office and the Office of the County Executive in the processing of communications or procedural matters.
• Coordinates the County’s legislative efforts in cooperation with area legislators, local units of government, and special interest groups.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and drafts changes to the sections of the Washington County Code of Ordinances pertaining to the County Board or its operations.
• Assists in public and media relations as needed; responds to in-person and written inquiries by the public; prepares press releases.
• Establishes and maintains effective public and working relationships with County staff, elected officials, other units of government, community organizations, and the general public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Direction Received: Works under the routine supervision of the…