Shenandoah County utilizes the Council-Manager form of government structure. The Council-Manager form of government has existed nationwide for 100 years. Its premise is the professional management and delivery of public services.
The County Administrator is appointed directly by and serves at the pleasure of the six (6) member-elected Board of Supervisors. The County Administrator acts as a liaison between the elected Board and department/agency heads charged with service delivery. The County Administrator acts as an advisor to the Board of Supervisor concerning policy development.
The County Administrator in turn relies upon a competent, professional, and well-trained staff to ensure the policies of the Board are carried out in an efficient and timely manner. In addition, the County Administrator interfaces with a variety of other agencies including elected Constitutional Officers as well as quasi-state/local agencies in serving the County.