ABOUT THE POSITION
The person in this position serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Nevada Association of Counties (NACO); provides leadership and coordination to and amongst Nevada's county officials and staff, and represents the interests of NACO to the Nevada Legislature, the U.S. Congress, federal, state, and local, governmental agencies, private stakeholder and citizens groups; and actively manages the business affairs and staff of the Association.
This is a single position responsible for the overall management of the services of NACO and the supervision of staff and management of the NACO resources consistent with the administrative and policy direction of the NACO Board. An employee in this position is "at-will", serving at the pleasure of the NACO Board.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of training, education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to gain the required knowledge and ability is: Graduation from an accredited University with a degree in political science, business administration, public administration, or a related field and at least five years of experience working in or with county governments, three years of which were in a management capacity, with experience in the capacity of a lobbyist, government affairs specialist or in the realm of public policy leadership.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary Range $145,000 - $165,000 commensurate on experience with bonus opportunities. Includes paid health insurance, Nevada Public Employment Retirement System compensable, and paid vacation and sick leave.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid driver's license or alternative means of travel. The successful candidate must reside in, or relocate to, Nevada prior to affirmation of appointment and is expected to work out of the office located in Carson City, Nevada.
ABOUT NACO
NACO was formed in Reno in 1924 under the name of Nevada County Commissioners' Association and is comprised of representatives from all 17 of Nevada's counties. Its mission is to encourage county government to provide services that will maximize efficiency and foster public trust in county government.
HOW TO APPLY – DEADLINE 5:00 P.M. PST on June 25, 2026
Submit your cover letter, resume, and application via email to CEOApplications@nvnaco.org or mail to Nevada Association of Counties – 304 S. Minnesota St. Carson City, NV 89703
References required upon request.
QUESTIONS
Please email your questions to CEOQuestions@nvnaco.org
