$140,000 - $160,000 yearly
Strategic Government Resources
Wadena, MN, USA
Are you a strategic, collaborative, and service-driven public-sector leader who can unify teams, strengthen operations, and guide organizational progress? If so, consider becoming Wadena County’s next County Administrator.
The County is seeking an exceptional leader who is:
• A strong communicator able to navigate complex issues with clarity and integrity
• Experienced in county or local government operations, budgeting, and personnel management
• Skilled at building trust, leading change, and aligning departments around shared priorities
The County includes the cities of Wadena, Menahga, Sebeka, Verndale, Aldrich, Nimrod, and a portion of Staples. Located in central Minnesota, with a population of 14,135, the County is within easy reach of larger regional hubs while maintaining its peaceful small-town environment.
Wadena County operates under a five-member County Board. The County Administrator is appointed by and reports directly to the...