To apply for the County Manager send resume and cover letter to: steven.mccutcheon@co.eddy.nm.us
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
This position works at the pleasure of the Eddy County Commission and is responsible for the day-today administration of the Eddy County operations, personnel and services. The County Manager oversees all departments for Eddy County services which include: Community Services, Public Works, Fire & Rescue, Finance, Detention, Facilities, Information Technology, Emergency Management, Human Resources; and the personnel in the Sheriff’s Office, and the Clerk’s, Treasure’s and Assessor’s Offices.
The County Manager engages with the Department Heads and Elected Officials to discuss programs, services and overall County operations. The County Manager interacts with the County Commissioners, local government leaders and private industry leaders to facilitate interoperability, development and completion of mutually beneficial programs and projects; and to address with public concerns and issues. The County Manager directs and coordinates administration of County operations and services in accordance with policies determined by the Eddy County Commission. The County Manager oversees the employment of key staff positions and ensures all other hiring is done in accordance with applicable laws and County employment policies and practices. The County Manager acts as the Hearing Officer for any personnel disputes in accordance with the County Personnel Ordinance.
The County Manager oversees the preparation of the County Commission meeting agendas twice a month and special meetings as needed. In conjunction with the Finance Director, the County Manager coordinates and participates in the preparation of the annual budget, working with department heads and elected officials, for review and consideration of the County Commission.
The County Manager works with State, Federal and legislators, legislative interim committees, the City of Artesia, City of Carlsbad and the Village of Loving; and agencies / organizations like New Mexico Association of Counties (NMC), NMC Managers affiliate, Council of Governments, NOMOGA, IPPA, PBPA; as well as local groups and agencies such as the local Departments of Development,
Chambers of Commerce, Main Street programs.
The County Manager represents Eddy County at local functions and maintains involvement in County, local, and community meetings and events of all the municipalities within the County. The County Manager acts as a liaison between the County and other local governments in Eddy County, as well as state and federal government contacts. The County Manager works with County Commission in preparing state and federal legislative priorities and works with state and federal legislators in the implementation of programs.
The County Manager acts as the primary contact in all legal matters facing the County and works directly with the County Commission, County Attorney and the County’s insurance carrier in resolving legal issues. The County Manager reviews resolutions, ordinances, policies, agreements, and bid specifications, for consideration by the County Commission. The County Manager works directly with various professionals such as architects, engineers, accountants and others. The County Manager role serves as the custodian of public records for open records act requests. The County Manager must be familiar with Open Meetings Act, HIPPA and Inspection of Public Records Act.
The responsibilities duties and actions of the County Manager are accountable to the Eddy County
Board of Commissioners. The role will require some irregular work hours to attend job related
meetings both in and out of state, and perform other duties as assigned.