Judge/Executive

About the Role of Judge/Executive:
The Judge/Executive is responsible for running the executive branch of the county, including overseeing day-to-day operations and managing its departments and personnel. The Judge/Executive also has a vote as a member of the Fiscal Court-the county's legislative arm. The Livingston County Fiscal Court has five members-the Judge/Executive and four magistrates, each representing their own geographical district. The Fiscal Court is responsible for handling the budget and passing ordinances. Many of the Judge/Executive's powers require the Fiscal Court's approval (through a majority vote).

Ideally, the Judge/Executive job has another critical component-serving as the county's ambassador on the local, regional, state, and federal level. In this role, he or she establishes and maintains relationships with other agencies and governments.