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Manitowoc County

Finance Director

Manitowoc, WI

Finance Director Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Lead the Financial Future of a Dynamic County ... This executive leadership position plays a critical role in supporting County departments, elected ...

Keller Executive Search

Executive Director

Texas City, TX · On-site

$200K - $220K/yr

Serving the county and its thirteen member cities, this Tier 1 governmental health district ... Reporting to the United Board of Health, the Executive Director holds full responsibility for the ...

Keller Executive Search

Executive Director

Texas City, TX · On-site

$200K - $220K/yr

Serving the county and its thirteen member cities, this Tier 1 governmental health district ... Reporting to the United Board of Health, the Executive Director holds full responsibility for the ...

MANITOWOC COUNTY

Finance Director

Manitowoc, WI · On-site

$99K - $125K/yr

Description Finance Director Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Lead the Financial Future of a Dynamic ... This executive leadership position plays a critical role in supporting County departments, elected ...

The Moran Company

Executive Director

San Diego, CA · On-site

$145K - $165K/yr

Executive Director Friends of the Children - San Diego San Diego, California The Moran Company is ... County, expanding philanthropic investment, and working with the founding Board of Directors and ...

The Moran Company

Executive Director

Stockton, CA · On-site

$145K - $165K/yr

... County. The Executive Director role is an incredible opportunity to build upon this momentum ... helping establish Friends of the Children - Stockton as one of the region's most visible, trusted ...

Wayne County

Dep Dir-Econ Develop-002901

Detroit, MI · On-site

Under the leadership of the Assistant County Executive, the Deputy Director - Economic Development supervises the work of a growing staff working on economic development, business development, and ...

Wayne County

Dep Dir-Econ Develop-002901

Detroit, MI · On-site

Under the leadership of the Assistant County Executive, the Deputy Director - Economic Development supervises the work of a growing staff working on economic development, business development, and ...

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How much do county executive director jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for county executive director in the United States is $89,818.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between County Executive Director vs County Extension Agent?

AspectCounty Executive DirectorCounty Extension Agent
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in agriculture or community developmentBachelor's degree in agriculture, education, or related field
Work EnvironmentAdministrative office, community meetings, field visitsEducational programs, community outreach, fieldwork
Employer & IndustryCounty government, USDA, agricultural agenciesLand-grant universities, USDA, local government
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The County Executive Director primarily manages administrative and program operations within county agencies, often focusing on agricultural and community development initiatives. The County Extension Agent, on the other hand, delivers educational programs and outreach related to agriculture, youth development, and community services. While both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in related environments, the Director has a broader administrative focus, whereas the Agent emphasizes direct community engagement and education.

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County Executive Director Expanded

County Executive Director Expanded

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Waxahachie, TX • On-site

$54K/yr

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

This is a County Executive Director Expanded position located in the Ellis County Farm Service Agency Office, in Waxahachie, Texas.
This vacancy is open to all current, permanent Texas Farm Service Agency employees.
Per 27-PM, Par. 472E, this vacancy is being advertised with an expanded area of consideration.
Qualifications:

Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM.
Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date in the announcement. including the following specialized experience and/or education, as identified below:

You may start at the CO-07 level if you have one of the following qualifications:
  • Successful completion of one full year of graduate education from an accredited college or university. OR
  • Superior Academic Achievement: A bachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university with either:
    • grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale;
    • 3.5 GPA based on a 4.0 scale for required courses completed in a major field of study during the last two years of undergraduate study;
    • class standing of upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision of the college;
    • membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society certified by the Association of College Honor Societies, excluding freshman honor societies.
An applicant must submit an unofficial copy of their transcript at the initial phase of the application process demonstrating that they qualify based on superior academic achievement. If selected for the position, an official transcript must be provided from the college or university before the applicant entering on duty. OR
  • One-year specialized experience equivalent to grade CO-5 or GS-5 level. Specialized experience is experience that demonstrates knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methods of fact-finding, analysis, and problem-solving techniques as they apply to the analysis, evaluation, and application of agricultural program requirements. In addition, knowledge of and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations to make recommendations for improvements. OR
  • Six months of experience as a CED or CEDT at the CO-5 level. OR
  • A combination of education and experience as described above.
You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications:
  • A Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited college or university. OR
  • One-year experience equivalent to at least grade CO-7 or GS-7 in the federal service. Experience demonstrates knowledge of agricultural program policies and practices to independently examine applications, supporting documents, and program reports. In addition, experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations to make recommendations for improvements. OR
  • 1 year of any supervisory experience.
  • A combination of education and experience as described above.
You may start at the CO-11 level if you have one of the following qualifications:
  • One-year experience equivalent to at least grade CO-9 or GS-9 in the federal service.
You may start at the CO-12 level if you have one of the following qualifications:
  • One-year experience equivalent to at least grade CO-11 or GS-11 in the federal service.
If the selectee is not a current CED or has not successfully completed the CEDT program, then successful completion of the CEDT training program per requirements in handbook 27-PM paragraphs 472P and 477 is required.Education:College Transcript: If you are qualifying based on education, submit a copy of your college transcript that lists college courses detailing each course by the number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours and grade earned. You must submit with your application package evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution was appropriately accredited by an accredited body recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education as equivalent to U.S. Education standards. You may submit an unofficial copy of the transcript at the initial phase of the application process; however, if selected, you will be required to submit official transcripts prior to entering on duty. Please refer to the "How to Apply" section for instructions on submitting the transcript.Employment Type: OTHER

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