Missoula County
Chris Lounsbury has been with Missoula County since January 2008, currently holding the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Chief Operating Officer. They are responsible for providing oversight to various departments and serve as a key advisor to the Board of County Commissioners on topics like emergency management, labor relations, human resources, and criminal justice. Prior to this, Chris served as the Emergency Manager, overseeing emergency response and preparedness in the county. They graduated from the University of Montana with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government and from Southern Maine Community College with an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice/Police Science.
Missoula County
Missoula County provides quality public service to protect and enhance the well-being of the people, communities and environment within our jurisdiction. Governed by three commissioners, Missoula County is a trusted community leader that enhances quality of life so people can thrive and realize individual and collective potential.