The
Administrator/Controller is the chief administrative and
fiscal officer for St. Joseph County government and is
appointed and accountable to the Board of Commissioners.
The Administrator/Controller is responsible
for implementing policies established by the County
Board, coordinating functions with County departments
and agencies, representing the County as the liaison
for other governmental units and agencies, and recommending
the budget to the County Board.
The position provides general staff
assistance to the Board of Commissioners, advising of
problems, needs and policy alternatives; acts as liaison
between the board and various elected and appointed
officials, boards and commissions; develops and monitors
systems and strategies to accomplish the goals and objectives
of the Board.