Executive Director

Minnesota Counties Information Systems413 SE 7th Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744Phone 218-326-0381Position Announcement: Executive DirectorOrganization: MN Counties Information Systems (MCIS)Location: Grand Rapids, MinnesotaApplication Period Ends: December 23, 2025 About MCISMN Counties Information Systems (MCIS), pronounced “em-sis”, is a joint powers organization serving 16 Minnesota counties. Headquarters in Grand Rapids, MN, MCIS employs a team of 12 professionals dedicated to providing: • Development and support of Property Tax, CAMA, and Payroll/HR applications• Hosting and operational support of IBM-i environments for member counties• Support for Recorders’ document management systems The OpportunityDue to an upcoming retirement, MCIS is seeking a full-time Executive Director to provide leadership and direction for the organization’s technical, operational, and administrative functions.The Executive Director will:• Lead and manage staff and resources to deliver high-quality software and hosting services• Guide long-term planning and strategy to meet evolving county technology needs• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and organizational obligations• Ensure effective personnel management, compliance, and benefit administration• Serve as a trusted advisor to the MCIS Board and member counties on technology, software development, and operational mattersThis is a highly visible role that requires both strategic vision and hands-on leadership to sustain and advance MCIS’s reputation as a reliable, innovative technology partner for Minnesota counties.Minimum Qualifications• Bachelor’s degree in business management, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience managing diverse development and network support teams• Demonstrated experience leading software, hardware, security, and network projects• Proven expertise in financial controls, personnel management, benefit administration, and organizational policy implementation• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be consideredKnowledge and Skills• Leadership and management concepts, principles, and practices• Human resources, benefit administration, and labor law fundamentals• Strategic and organizational planning and goal setting• Software development lifecycle, QA processes, and IBM-i platform experience• Network and server management, office software, and general IT operations• Current trends in information systems and technology• Project management and cross-functional team supervision• Effective communication with boards, leadership teams, and stakeholders• Understanding of county government operations, especially in payroll/personnel, property tax, and land management• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills• Ability to manage contracts, pricing models, facilities, and other evolving responsibilities Minnesota Counties Information Systems413 SE 7th Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744Phone 218-326-0381 Compensation and Benefits• Salary Range: $114,978 – $162,254 (including longevity pay)• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including:• Generous employer contribution toward cafeteria-style benefits• Medical, dental, life, vision, accidental, and short-term disability insurance• Employer and employee contributions under the MN-PERA Coordinated Retirement Plan• Employee option to contribute to a 457(b) deferred compensation plan• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave Additional Information• Background investigation required prior to appointment• Six-month probationary period required for permanent employment• Relocation to the Grand Rapids, MN area is requiredApplication Process1. Submit the following materials:o Completed MCIS Job Applicationo Resumeo Cover Lettero Application instructions, full job description provided at this link: https://mcismn.gov/1_6_employment-rfp.html 2. Send application materials to:Via Email: lyle.eidelbes@mcismn.govVia Mail:MN Counties Information SystemsATTN: Executive Search Team413 SE 7th AvenueGrand Rapids, MN 55744Salary/Compensation: $114,978 - $162,254 per yearrecblid ra6x0267rmz3fyymwk158yqsoqt5wuPDN-a06eb404-1a0d-4914-a405-2c7f57d03708