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Finance Director, Macomb County Community Mental Health SALARY: $97,449.67 - $126,043.03 DEPARTMENT: Community Mental Health Opening Date: 07/28/2026 Closing Date: 08/31/2026 12:00 a.m. FLSA STATUS:

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a county director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a County Director, you need leadership experience, strategic planning skills, and a background in public administration or a related field, often with a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with government budgeting systems, policy analysis tools, and project management software is typically required. Exceptional communication, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills help build strong relationships with stakeholders and manage diverse teams effectively. These competencies ensure effective governance, efficient resource management, and the successful delivery of county services.

What is the difference between County Director vs County Manager?

AspectCounty DirectorCounty Manager
Required credentialsBachelor's or Master's in Public Administration, Political Science, or related fieldsBachelor's or Master's in Public Administration, Business, or related fields
Work environmentGovernment offices, public sector agenciesLocal government, public sector organizations
Employer and industry usageUsed in county government structures, especially in certain states

The County Director and County Manager roles often overlap in responsibilities related to county operations. However, the County Director typically focuses on overseeing specific programs or departments within the county, while the County Manager handles broader administrative functions and policy implementation. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in government settings, but their scope and focus can differ based on local government structures.

What is a county director?

County Directors are senior administrative officials responsible for overseeing the operations and management of county government departments and services. They coordinate various programs, supervise department heads, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with county policies and regulations. County Directors play a key role in implementing county board decisions and serving as a liaison between the public, staff, and elected officials. Their leadership helps ensure that county services are delivered efficiently and effectively to residents.

What are some common challenges county directors face when managing diverse teams across multiple departments?

County Directors often oversee various departments, each with unique goals and operational styles. A frequent challenge is ensuring effective communication and collaboration between these teams while aligning them with county-wide objectives. Balancing resource allocation, addressing conflicting priorities, and fostering a unified culture across departments are key aspects of the role. Successful County Directors typically leverage strong leadership, adaptability, and conflict resolution skills to navigate these complexities.
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Infographic showing various County Director job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney I

Ottawa County, MI

West Olive, MI • On-site

$85K - $114K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Salary: $85,584.10 - $114,690.99 Annually
Location : 58th District Court (Holland): 85 West 8th Street, Holland, MI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 21400007
Department: Prosecutor's Office
Opening Date: 07/10/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit: Unclassified
Paygrade: U14
Job Description
Begins as an entry level Assistant Prosecutor in a learning capacity and, with increasing experience and competence, works as an intermediate or developing-level assistant prosecutor. Beginning emphasis is on legal research, with increasing responsibility for general trial work. As trial skills develop may be assigned a limited felony caseload, in addition to district court and juvenile/family court responsibilities.
This is a full-time, benefited position working out of the Holland District Court House located at 85 W. 8th Street, Holland, MI. Typical working hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Essential Job Functions
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Researches legal matters as assigned by senior attorney staff.
  • Prepares legal briefs, responds to motions, and presents arguments in lower courts.
  • Assists with the research and argument of appellate cases.
  • Initially under the supervision of a senior attorney, reviews adult warrant and juvenile petition requests alleging violations of state law and local ordinances. Reviews facts and evidence presented by law enforcement agencies to determine whether criminal charges should be authorized and determine the appropriate charges. Prepares arrest warrants and other necessary legal documents in connection with such charges.
  • Prepares and prosecutes criminal and civil cases in the lower courts.
  • As legal and trial skills develop, conducts preliminary examinations in felony cases and handles a limited felony caseload.
  • May be assigned to handle a variety of juvenile/family court matters including juvenile delinquency, abuse and neglect, guardianship, and mental commitment proceedings.
  • May be assigned as a specialist to conduct all aspects of non-support and paternity cases from initial review of referral documentation through court appearances.

Required Education, Training and Experience
Graduation from an accredited law school. No prior professional legal experience is required.
Licenses and Certifications:
Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan.
Additional Requirements and Information
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
  • Working knowledge of civil procedure and legal method.
  • Working knowledge of criminal and constitutional law.
  • Working knowledge of legal writing and legal research methods and resources.
  • Working knowledge of administrative law and municipal law.
  • Working knowledge of the Constitution of the State of Michigan.
  • Working knowledge of the principles and practices of legal brief preparation.
  • Working knowledge of the Michigan Court Rules and State Court Administrative office rules and requirements, with an emphasis on criminal court rules and procedures.
  • Excellent written communication skills.
  • Excellent oral argument skills.
  • Well-developed negotiating skills.
  • Working knowledge of the American Bar Association canon of ethics and standards of professional practice.
  • Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills.
  • Ability to interact positively and professionally with County, state and local unit officials, executives and administrators; employees, community and business representatives, and members of the general public with widely divergent socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and varying levels of communication skills and analytical knowledge and sophistication.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audiological appliances and devices to increase mobility.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Majority of work is performed in courtrooms and normal office environments. Requires regular travel throughout the county. Direct contact and exposure to individuals charged with and/or convicted of a variety of criminal charges.
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ottawa County offers a wide range of benefits to support you in your career. View the for more information.
The current Unclassified
The Ottawa County Universal Wage Scale
**Part-time benefitted positions will receive prorated benefits.

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