King William County is seeking an experienced professional to serve as County Administrator responsible for implementing the Board of Supervisors’ vision and directing programs and operations of the County government.

Step into a leadership role where your vision can shape the future of a growing and engaged community. King William County, steeped in history and natural beauty, offers an exceptional opportunity for a strategic and service-oriented professional to make a lasting impact. As County Administrator, you’ll work alongside a committed Board of Supervisors and lead a dedicated team of department heads and staff to deliver responsive, transparent, and efficient government services. You’ll help guide the County through smart growth, responsible fiscal management, infrastructure development, and community engagement while preserving the charm and character that residents value. This is more than a job…it’s your chance to be a transformative leader in a county ready for bold, yet balanced progress.

The following education and experience factors are the expected qualifications for successful performance:
• A bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Management, Political Science, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible senior level executive management experience as a chief or deputy chief administrative officer, or department head in a high performing, comparably sized or larger, locality, business, or non-profit organization with a wide range of duties in operations and management; possessing a broad skill set appropriate to the breadth of County government operations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practice of public administration, financial management, economic development, and the broad array of local government operations and service delivery.
• Significant experience in and a strong understanding of local government finances, including budgeting, capital improvement planning, financial management best practices, monitoring, and reporting.
• An understanding of the statutory authority and requirements of County government and dedication to the principles of the Board of Supervisors/Manager form of governance. Local government experience in Virginia would be a plus.
• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in organizations such as the International City/City Management Association (ICMA) and the Virginia Local Government Management Association (VLGMA). Designation as an ICMA Credentialed Manager is a plus.
• Any combination of education and experience that qualifies an applicant may be considered in lieu of the more specific criteria listed above.