MGT is pleased to be partnering with Pittsylvania County, VA (pop. 59,571) -- the largest county in the Commonwealth of Virginia – to serve as its next County Administrator.

The County Administrator is responsible for managing daily county operations, executing policies established by the Board of Supervisors, overseeing all departments, preparing the annual budget, and ensuring adherence to laws and regulations. The position reports to the seven-member Board of Supervisors, with each member elected to four-year staggered terms representing various districts within the county.

Please see duties and responsibilities in the position brochure.

Minimum Qualifications
• Residency Requirement: The Administrator must be a permanent resident of Pittsylvania County within a reasonable period after appointment.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business management, finance, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Ten years of progressively responsible experience, of which five years must include senior management/senior administrative local government experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practice of public administration, local government finance, public works, and economic development. An understanding of the statutory authority and requirements of county government. Local government experience in Virginia is desirable.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Experience in:
o managing a rural community
o building relationships with elected governing board and constitutional officer
o managing significant capital projects
o working with emergency service volunteers and professional
• Strong grasp of county budgeting and finance

About Pittsylvania County
Compensation will be competitive depending on qualifications and experience. The hiring range for this position is $185,000 to $200,000.

In addition, the County has an excellent benefits package and is committed to providing employees with top-tier benefits including participation in the Virginia Retirement System. Alongside excellent traditional benefits like medical, dental, and retirement plans, they offer a wide range of voluntary benefits, wellness programs, rewards, and work-life balance options to help you manage both work and home life effectively.
The goal is to ensure you have access to some of the best benefits available to help you manage your busy work and home life.
• 2024-2025 Insurance Information
• Anthem BCBS Website
• Delta Dental Website
• Health Equity HSA Portal
• MARK III - Voluntary Benefits
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Website
• Machine Readable Benefits - Anthem

The posting deadline date is February 10, 2025. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.GovHRjobs.com with resume, cover letter, and contact information for five supervisory and/or professional references to the attention of Lane Bailey, MGT Senior Consultant, confidentially at (704) 798-8221.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Pittsylvania County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.