The Deputy County Administrator provides oversight, management and coordination of the Administrative Division of the County government with specific orientation toward efficiency and effectiveness of its operations and overall administration of its personnel. In coordination with the County Administrator and Administrative Division department heads and staff, develops strategic operational goals and objectives, and oversees and directs implementation of departmental work plans with the primary objective of continuous improvement in the delivery of governmental services, with special emphasis on quality public/customer service and relations. Reviews and refines existing and develops new operational practices and procedures as necessary to achieve greater efficiency, effectiveness, accountability and economy in governmental services. Acts as the chief personnel officer of the Administrative Division and shall be responsible for its personnel system, including the development of appropriate policies, standards, practices and procedures for hiring, training, compensation, retention, promotion, discipline and termination of Administrative Division personnel. Problems encountered range from routine to highly complex in nature. Periodic public contact is required and the position is expected and requires independent decision-making and action.