Department
Profile:
The County Administrator's
Office is responsible for the general administration and coordination
of all County operations and programs, together with the preparation
and administration of the County Budget, and serves as a liaison between
County Departments and the Board of Supervisors.
This office is directly responsible for Legislative Advocacy, Labor Relations,
Risk Management, and the County's Mental Health program. Divisons under the
Administrator's Office include Human Resources, Minor's Advocacy, Defense of
the Accused, Alcohol and other Drug Program Administration, and Mental Health
Program Administration.
Mission Statement:
The mission of the
Kings County Administrator's Office is to provide recommendations and
support to the Board of Supervisors in the implementation of their
defined goals and priorities. The following guidelines are the foundation
of our mission:
- Provide
leadership and accountability to the Board and the citizens of Kings
County in the administration of County programs and services.
- Develop
and support a County management team which maintains the highest professional
and ethical standards.
- Facilitate
collaboration among the County staff and other jurisdictions by providing
an organizational environment that rewards innovation and excellence, and
recognizes, respects, and involves our citizens.
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- Locate
and use local, regional, state and federal resources to support, engage
and advocate for Kings County commodities, businesses, services, citizens
and employees.
- Supply
the Board of Supervisors with informed recommendations, analyses, and
forecasts for their weekly consideration and action.
- Work
with County Departments to prepare the Annual County Budget and performs
prudent oversight of its implementation once adopted to ensure the
fiscal soundness and long-term stability of the County's finances.
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Larry Spikes
County Administrative Officer
1400 W. Lacey Blvd.
Hanford, CA 93230
(559) 582-3211 Ext. 2378
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