CASS COUNTY — Cass County has officially begun seeking applications for County Administrator.

In January, the Board of Commissioners authorized the creation of an ad hoc committee to begin facilitating the search. That committee consists of Board Chair Jeremiah Jones and senior commissioner Roseann Marchetti, Human Resources/Payroll Director Beth Daly, Chief Judge Carol Bealor (representing the County’s co-employers/elected officials), and IT Director Jodi Nestich (representing the County’s department heads).

The County Administrator is the County’s Chief Administrative Officer operating pursuant to Public Act 2 of 1968 and reporting to the County’s Board of Commissioners. Finance Director Jennifer Rentfrow is currently serving as Interim County Administrator until a permanent appointment is made.

To be considered, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in public administration, business, finance, or a related field, five to seven years of progressive leadership experience in county government with responsibilities in budgeting, personnel and administrative functions, a valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.

Qualified applicants will also possess:

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of Michigan county government operations, municipal finance, labor laws, and public policy
• Ability to work effectively with elected officials, employees, businesses, and the public
• Skilled in financial management, labor relations, and contract negotiations.
• Excellent communication and consensus-building abilities

Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume’, completed county application, and any additional materials for consideration via email to adminhiring@cassco.org. The job description, benefits and application are posted on the county website at casscountymi.org/1621/County-Administrator-Job-Posting.

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