COUNTY MANAGER
UNION COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA - Re-Opened
This is truly an exciting opportunity to live and work as County Manager in a growing community with a rich heritage and high quality of life. Established in 1842, Union County is one of the fastest growing counties in North Carolina. Through careful planning it retains a strong sense of community. The Union County Board of Commissioners is seeking a County Manager to provide leadership and management for County operations and services in a rapidly growing and dynamic environment. The successful candidate for the position of County Manager of Union County must have a Master's degree in Public or Business Administration from an accredited four-year college or university. The successful candidate should also possess a minimum of 6 to 9 years of experience in governmental management and policy and procedure, including thorough knowledge of North Carolina State law governing County administration; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that produces the required skills, knowledge and abilities. The County Manager of Union County is the administrative head of County Government for the Board of Commissioners, and is responsible for the administration of all departments of the County Government, which the Board of Commissioners has the authority to control. The County Manager holds office at the will of the Board of Commissioners. The County Manager ensures that the policy direction set by the Board of Commissioners is carried out and that the County’s delivery of public services reaches all its residents in a fair and equal manner. The County Manger prepares a recommended budget for Board of Commissioners; oversees the recruitment, employment and supervision of staff; provides to Board of Commissioners complete, objective information, pros and cons of alternatives, and long-term consequences on the questions, issues and decisions before the Board of Commissioners. Union County consists of 15 municipalities. It is situated in the south central piedmont area of North Carolina and covers approximately 643 square miles of land. Union County shares a mix of country charm and proximity to urban convenience. Its historic buildings and old-fashioned main streets share the same landscape with new housing developments and bustling department stores. Union County’s growth rate has already surpassed Mecklenburg County's, making Union the fastest growing county in the region and the state of North Carolina. The population census exceeded 175,000 in December 2006. While anticipating plans for ever-improving infrastructure and projects like the Monroe Bypass, Union County looks to preserve its heritage. The birthplace of Andrew Jackson is also home of beautiful natural areas like Cane Creek Park and Brooklandwood, home of the Charlotte Queen’s Cup Steeplechase. Union County is fortunate to have a well-respected public school system, quality private and charters schools plus two post-high school facilities. Several colleges and universities are within 50 miles of Union County with South Piedmont Community College and Wingate University located within the county. Blessed with expansive available land, easy access to interstate corridors and Charlotte’s Douglas International Airport, Union County’s economy is robust and growing. Union County’s labor force of more than 80,000 is productive and competitive. According to U.S. Census projections, Union County’s median household income will top $60,000 in 2008 placing Union County in the top of North Carolina’s 100 counties. Union County operates under a commissioner/manager form of county government with five commissioners elected countywide and an appointed county manager. The starting salary for Union County Manager will be market competitive, depending on the experience, qualifications and salaried history of the selected individual. In addition, Union County provides an excellent fringe benefit package. For additional information on this outstanding opportunity, please contact James L. Mercer, President, The Mercer Group, Inc. at 770-551-0403; mercer@mindspring.com. Confidential resumes should be sent by close of business February 15, 2008, to James L. Mercer, President, The Mercer Group, Inc., 5579B Chamblee Dunwoody Road, #511, Atlanta, GA 30338. Voice: 770-551-0403; Fax: 770-399-9749. E-Mail: mercer@mindspring.com; Website: www.mercergroupinc.com. Union County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority and female candidates are encouraged to apply.