Deputy County Manager, Schenectady County

Distinguishing Features of the Class

This high-level administrative position is responsible for assisting the County Manager in the administration, direction, planning and personnel management of all functions of County government.  The incumbent coordinates and oversees administrative activities of staff in support of County departments, divisions and agencies.  Working under the general direction of the County Manager, the incumbent directs and coordinates a broad range of public policy initiatives, programs and services, and acts generally for and in place of the County Manager when absent.  Considerable leeway is given for the exercise of independent judgement.

Salary Range: $105,00 - $122,900  

Typical Work Activities

• Develops and implements rules, regulations, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to advance the county's mission, vision and values.
• Assists the County Manager in the oversight of administrative responsibilities related to County operations and management;
• Performs a variety of managerial duties, planning and directing activities of assigned departments, governmental relations, high-level special projects, strategic planning or other initiatives as assigned by the County Manager;
• Conducts research for the review, analysis, preparation, and ongoing management of the County budget;
• Works closely with various officials in investigating, analyzing, and making recommendations on the various aspects of County government operations and budget;
• When assigned, participates in contract negotiations;
• Acts in place of the County Manager in his/her absence;
• Performs various duties as assigned

Full Performance, Knowledges, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

Thorough knowledge of Federal, State and local government laws and regulations; thorough knowledge of principles and practices of local government; good knowledge of collective bargaining practices; excellent communication skills; have initiative and resourcefulness; good ability to project costs and revenues and evaluate financial trends; good ability to evaluate complex circumstances, identify tangible alternative actions, and to evaluate their efficiency and effectiveness.; ability to work well with the general public, department managers, legislators, support staff and representatives from other agencies; must exercise a high degree of confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with a master’s degree and ten (10) years of professional experience working in local government or non-profit management, five years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

(B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with a bachelor’s degree and twelve (12) years of professional experience working in local government or non-profit management, five years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

Applicants can submit a resume and cover letter to jennifer.bargy@schenectadycountyny.gov  

Adopted
CSC 6/16/20
Revised
CSC 11/17/20
CSC 12/20/22
JC: NON-COMPETITIVE P/I C