Dakota County Top Salaries
Per state law, Dakota County is required to list the three highest-paid salaries of appointed employees.
The highest salaries for appointed employees within the county for 2026 are:
| Position | Salary |
|---|---|
| Heidi Welsch, County Manager | $281,450 |
| David McKnight, Deputy County Manager | $238,261 |
| Tom Novak, Public Services & Revenue Director | $226,730 |
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