Executive Deputy Director, Human Services

Sacramento County; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento County is seeking a Deputy Director of Human Services to oversee day-to-day operations across the department or provide direction to a branch. The role requires strategic planning, staff management, and the ability to integrate multiple programs within county structures.

The position emphasizes policy implementation, budget development, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to deliver effective human services across the county.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in management, public administration, health services administration, social work or related field; master's preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Administration basics

Budgeting

Conflict resolution

Human services programs

Government structures

Social/economic issues

Community resources

Education

Bachelor's degree in management or related field

Master's degree desirable

Job description

Sacramento County is seeking a Deputy Director of Human Services to oversee day-to-day operations across the department or provide direction to a branch. The role requires strategic planning, staff management, and the ability to integrate multiple programs within county structures.

The position emphasizes policy implementation, budget development, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to deliver effective human services across the county.