Deputy Director, Human Services

Under executive direction, the Deputy Director, Human Services provides overall coordination of day-to-day operations for the department; and/or to provide direction to a branch or group of divisions; to act for the Director within delegated authorities; and to perform related work as assigned.

To learn more about available positions currently being recruited for, please click on the brochure link(s) below:

Deputy Director of Human Services, Behavioral Health Services Division Recruitment Brochure

*The eligible list for this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies for other areas not identified above.

Knowledge of

• Administrative principles and methods, including policy implementation, goal setting, program development and administration, and employee supervision
• Budget development and administration
• Principles and practices of conflict resolution
• Human services programs related to assigned area of service
• Governmental organizational structures
• Social, political and economic issues influencing area of responsibility
• Available public and private community resources

Ability to

• Plan, coordinate and administer a comprehensive branch program incorporating diverse services and programs
• Select, motivate and manage a large staff, evaluate performance and effectiveness and provide for their training and professional development
• Analyze and resolve complex administrative problems and negotiate effective solutions among diverse interests
• Coordinate and integrate multiple programs within the context of the county structure while addressing community concerns
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a large and diverse group of people encountered in the course of the work

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for this class as described above. Typical ways include:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a management field such as public administration, business administration, or health services administration; or in a related human service field such as social work, psychology, mental health, public health, health sciences, or sociology; or a closely related health field such as life sciences or physical sciences. A Master's degree is desirable.

And

Four (4) years of experience managing a major organizational unit or program within the field of human services delivery or human services administration with responsibilities for planning, directing, and controlling the activities of subordinate staff; and including program development and management, budget preparation and administration, development of policies and procedures, and supervision and evaluation of staff.

 

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.