The County Administrator is directly responsible for carrying out the policies and directives of the Board of County Commissioners as a collective body.  The County Administrator has the authority and responsibility to manage the day-to-day operations of the county in a manner consistent with the Board’s policies and directives. 

Administration staff serve as support staff to the County Administrator and the Board of County Commissioners and serve as the central contact for constituents and outside organizations seeking information.  This department is responsible for the organization of board materials, meetings, and workshops.  The administration department produces and maintains official records of the board to include meeting materials, minutes, ordinances, and resolutions.

In addition the Administration department:

• Exists to serve the public
• Responsible for the management of the annual operating budget
• Implements policies and directives of the Board
• Responds to citizen concerns/complaints
• Serves as Legislative liaison
• Develops recommendations for county operations/priorities
• Manages special projects
• Administrative support arm to the Board

Pursuant to Florida Statutes 125 the Board of County Commissioners set policy and adopt ordinances that regulate Okeechobee County Government.