Deputy Director, HIDTA/NCRIC – Regional Intelligence

Smcgov; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

County of San Mateo seeks a Deputy Director to lead NC HIDTA/NCRIC operations, overseeing personnel, budgets, contracts, and program evaluation while aligning with Executive Director priorities.

The ideal candidate brings strategic leadership, fiscal acumen, and strong collaboration with federal, state, and local partners to strengthen regional public safety and intelligence-sharing efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in a large public agency, preferably law enforcement or public safety.
• Strong leadership and collaboration across diverse teams.
• Experience managing budgets, contracts, and resources.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate NC HIDTA/NCRIC operations and allocate resources.
• Develop and maintain program policies and procedures.
• Manage personnel from multiple agencies assigned to NC HIDTA/NCRIC.
• Approve assignments, projects, investigations, and assessments.
• Represent NC HIDTA/NCRIC at intelligence-related meetings and briefings.
• Lead preparation of annual reports and strategic documents.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Judgment

Leadership

Relationship building

Operational management

Budgeting

Communication

Discretion and professionalism

Analytical ability

Job description

County of San Mateo seeks a Deputy Director to lead NC HIDTA/NCRIC operations, overseeing personnel, budgets, contracts, and program evaluation while aligning with Executive Director priorities.

The ideal candidate brings strategic leadership, fiscal acumen, and strong collaboration with federal, state, and local partners to strengthen regional public safety and intelligence-sharing efforts.