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County to consider hiring Developmental Associates for manager search; firm says 9‑ to 10‑week timeline, $25k–$27k estimated cost

Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners · January 6, 2026
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Summary

Developmental Associates presented a structured, multi‑step executive search process to the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners and answered questions about timing and fees. Commissioners recommended placing the selection contract on the Jan. 20 action agenda for final approval after public notice.

Steve Strauss of Developmental Associates described his firm’s executive recruitment approach to the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners at the Jan. 5 work session, explaining the process they use for county manager and other executive searches.

Strauss said their approach begins with an organizational analysis (job analysis), stakeholder input (board, staff, optionally public focus groups or surveys), drafting an…

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