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LAFCO Executive Officer
County of Sonoma
Santa Rosa, CA United States
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Job Description
LAFCO Executive Officer – County of Sonoma, CA
Salary: $158,203 - $192,307
The County of Sonoma seeks a collaborative, hands-on executive leader to become the next Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCO) Executive Officer.
The Executive Officer Manages, Coordinates, And Evaluates The Varied Functions Of The LAFCO, Providing Administrative, Research, Analytical, And Advisory Services To The Commission. The Sonoma County LAFCO Executive Officer Will:
- Work with the Commission to formulate policies, procedures, and operational objectives, and develop, verse, review, and implement the Commission’s annual work plan
- Analyze information and prepare reports, recommendations, and other agenda materials for the Commission relating to jurisdictional boundaries, contracts for provisions of services outside city or district boundaries, sphere of influence amendments, municipal services reviews, and other matters within the Commission’s authority
- Provide supporting fiscal services to the Commission such as the development of the budget, management and financial accounts, forecasting and monitoring revenues, evaluating and controlling costs for services staff and supplies, ensuring payment of Commission charges and expenses, and preparation of required fiscal reports
- Act as the LAFCO’s representative with public and private policy-making agencies and community groups; provide operational assistance with the development and coordination of the contract for staff services
- Serve as a primary liaison to cities, special districts, county departments, state agencies, and the public
- Represent Sonoma County LAFCO at conferences and statewide forums
- Supervise a small team of LAFCO staff and manage consultant relationships
- Successfully navigate complex and high-profile initiatives, such as potential fire district reorganizations, pending annexations, and special district consolidation efforts
- Advise the Commission on the interpretation of Commission policy and procedures, legislation, current events, and matters of interest, requesting legal opinions and guidance as needed
While specific LAFCO experience is highly desirable, it is not required. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in local government management, regional planning, public administration, or other roles requiring systems thinking, governance insight, and stakeholder diplomacy.
To be considered for this position, minimum qualifications must be demonstrated. Most typically, a qualified candidate will possess:
- Three years of increasingly responsible experience in a professional-level position performing duties related to general administration, operations, or accounting/budgetary analysis including research, analysis, and preparation of written reports. Experience supervising staff is desirable.
- Significant college coursework in subjects such as public administration, public policy, economics, business management, finance/accounting, urban/regional planning, or a closely related area. A master’s degree is desirable.
Experience Level
AICP Level
Specialty
Salary Range
Experience Level
Mid I (1-4 years)
AICP Level
Desirable
Specialty
Other Specialty
Salary Range
Salary: $158,203 - $192,307
Contact Information
The Executive Officer Manages, Coordinates, And Evaluates The Varied Functions Of The LAFCO, Providing Administrative, Research, Analytical, And Advisory Services To The Commission. The Sonoma County LAFCO Executive Officer Will:
- Work with the Commission to formulate policies, procedures, and operational objectives, and develop, verse, review, and implement the Commission’s annual work plan
- Analyze information and prepare reports, recommendations, and other agenda materials for the Commission relating to jurisdictional boundaries, contracts for provisions of services outside city or district boundaries, sphere of influence amendments, municipal services reviews, and other matters within the Commission’s authority
- Provide supporting fiscal services to the Commission such as the development of the budget, management and financial accounts, forecasting and monitoring revenues, evaluating and controlling costs for services staff and supplies, ensuring payment of Commission charges and expenses, and preparation of required fiscal reports
- Act as the LAFCO’s representative with public and private policy-making agencies and community groups; provide operational assistance with the development and coordination of the contract for staff services
- Serve as a primary liaison to cities, special districts, county departments, state agencies, and the public
- Represent Sonoma County LAFCO at conferences and statewide forums
- Supervise a small team of LAFCO staff and manage consultant relationships
- Successfully navigate complex and high-profile initiatives, such as potential fire district reorganizations, pending annexations, and special district consolidation efforts
- Advise the Commission on the interpretation of Commission policy and procedures, legislation, current events, and matters of interest, requesting legal opinions and guidance as needed
While specific LAFCO experience is highly desirable, it is not required. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in local government management, regional planning, public administration, or other roles requiring systems thinking, governance insight, and stakeholder diplomacy.
To be considered for this position, minimum qualifications must be demonstrated. Most typically, a qualified candidate will possess:
- Three years of increasingly responsible experience in a professional-level position performing duties related to general administration, operations, or accounting/budgetary analysis including research, analysis, and preparation of written reports. Experience supervising staff is desirable.
- Significant college coursework in subjects such as public administration, public policy, economics, business management, finance/accounting, urban/regional planning, or a closely related area. A master’s degree is desirable.