Overview of the Administrator’s Responsibilities

The Administrator presides over the daily operation and administration of the local government within the guidelines of Augusta-Richmond County ordinances, policies, and procedures; state and federal laws; and implements directives from the Mayor and Augusta-Richmond County Commission.

The Administrator reports to the Mayor and Augusta-Richmond County Commission.

Primary Responsibilities

• Executes all lawful orders, directions, instructions, ordinances, resolutions, and regulations adopted by the Augusta-Richmond County Commission
• Manages and directs the activities of all departments by planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the staff and other resources
• Advises Mayor and Augusta-Richmond County Commission on financial conditions and future needs of local government; makes recommendation on county affairs; informs Mayor of significant controversial issues involving government, its services, policies and employees
• Prepares, submits, and executes a proposed annual budget
• Provides necessary documentation for the Mayor and Clerk of Commission to prepare the agenda for all Commission meetings and attends all Commission meetings