County Administrator

Postion Overview

Reports to: County Commission
Subordinate Staff: Deputy County Administrator; Payroll Clerk; Accounts Payable Clerk
Other Internal Contacts: General Public; ACCA; Banks; Mayors; Examiners of Public Accounts; Federal Agencies; All County Department Heads, All Employees

Minimum Qualifications
1. Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or finance, or five years of financial experience in government.
2. Professional work experience in human resources or personnel management is preferred.
3. Ability to become a certified County Administrator within three years of hire.
4. Combinations of education and experience that meet the qualifications identified above will be considered.
5. Possession of a current and valid Alabama driver’s license.
6. Ability to travel overnight for meetings and training.
7. Ability to become bonded and a Notary Public. And ability to remain on call 24/7.

Job Summary
Under the general oversight of the County Commission, the employee provides administrative leadership to the County. The employee supervises the other employees of the County Commission Office. The employee also handles financial, personnel, budgeting, and grant management responsibilities. The employee is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the data processing system. Employee also performs administrative tasks at the request of the County Commission.

Please submit applications to:

By Mail:
Perry County Commission
Attn: Chairman Carlton Lewis
P.O. Box 478
Marion, AL 36756

In Person:
Perry County Commission
300 Washington Street
Suite 103
Marion, AL 36756

For questions, please contact:
Perry County Commission
Phone: (334) 683-2200

Application Deadline: October 1, 2026

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree

Skill, Certification & Experience Requirements

• Financial/accounting experience
• Human resources/personnel administration experience

Position Benefits

• Paid sick leave and vacation time
• Paid time off for federal and state holidays

Closing Date for Applications

October 01, 2026