Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in business or public administration, or a related field, and five years of responsible administrative, professional, or analytical experience which includes active participation in the planning, development, and execution of policies, programs and/or activities and which demonstrates the ability to analyze and formulate solutions to a variety of operational or administrative problems, two of which shall have been in a governmental agency. Ability to: Make administrative decisions by applying facts, laws, policies, rules and regulations and precedents; prepare clear and concise policies, procedures, reports and correspondence; maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and the public; plan, organize, and direct the administrative functions of a department.