Implement Board policy, complete policy studies, and formulate recommendations to the Board
Serve as a primary informational link between the Board and residents of Merced County, as well as other governmental entities
To be accountable for the effective administration and management of all governmental affairs of the County
To negotiate, or supervise negotiation and performance of contracts, leases, and agreements
To assist the Board in the development of the County goals and program priorities, assign responsibility for implementation, provide regular evaluation of progress, and recommend corrective action when necessary
To inform the Board of matters which come to the county executive officer’s attention which may be pertinent to the discharge of the board’s responsibilities
To perform such other services and responsibilities as the Board may require