Deputy Chief Executive Officer

The Position

The current vacancy is in Ukiah, CA. At-Will position; exempt from Civil Service.

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer is an appointed position responsible for assisting the Chief Executive Officer and Assistant Chief Executive Officer in developing and/or implementing special studies, resolutions, ordinances, reports and/or County programs; conducting research and making recommendations for special projects; assisting in policy development; and conducting contract negotiations for various department services; and managing an identifiable program(s), unit(s) or division(s) within the executive office.

Manager Academy is mandatory for all managers and consists of nine courses that must be completed within two years. Participation is required and completed during work hours.

Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents:

• Directs staff in various aspects of budget development for the organization including; establishing policies, recommending budgets, establishing control systems relative to budget management within each department; and keeping management staff and elected officials informed of financial status on a regular basis.
• Plans, coordinates, assigns, and monitors performance and coaches, counsels, mentors, trains, and advises department directors and other employees with respect to policy matters and for the dual goals of meeting department goals and employee career development.
• Manages annual and individual projects and policy issues by conducting complex research and works with department directors for the purpose of assigning and/or coordinating projects and programs and resolving issues.
• Advises the chief executive officer and Board of Supervisors on matters pertaining to department functions.
• Assists departments with matters involving interdepartmental functions, central services and/or public relations.
• Assists in the development and enforcement of ordinances, policies, procedures, and standards for the department and County; recommends improvement when necessary and writes/revises same.
• Reviews, prepares and presents program reports, resolutions, ordinances, etc.
• Organizes, directs and coordinates the collection of information pertinent to County programs and/or departments.
• May oversee and supervise staff in program(s); establish priorities, goals, and objectives consistent with a program.
• Provides professional and technical consultation on complex program matters.
• Serves as a member of various committees/teams and collaborates, persuades, and negotiates with others outside own work area to coordinate efforts and maintain cooperative and efficient relations.
• Follows up on various inquiries at the request of officials and reports findings.
• Negotiates or supervises contract negotiations and leases, assures that contracts and leases are properly executed in accordance with laws, limitations, etc. and approves same up to specified limit.
• Attends and/or conducts various project meetings and workshops.
• Assesses capital improvement needs of facilities.
• Monitors legislative issues and court decisions affecting departments.
• Pursues funding sources and assists in the preparation of grants.
• Prepares and present items to the Board and makes recommendations on items submitted by departments.
• Carries out supervisory/managerial responsibility of Executive Office staff in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable laws including: interviewing, hiring and training, planning, assigning and directing work; establishing deadlines; appraising performance; counseling with employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Represents the Board and interacts with a variety of high level individuals, both internally and within the community to provide information, disseminate departmental information and assist in resolving administrative issues.
• Assists in directing the establishment of long-range goals, objectives, organizational structure, and overall direction for all departments.
• Works with Executive Office staff to assure the clients are well served.
• Ensures quality standards and compliance with regulations are maintained.
• Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.
• Prepares complex, routine and non-routine reports as requested utilizing a variety of software; receives, sorts, and summarizes material for the preparation of reports; prepares work reports; relays and interprets administrative decisions, policies and instructions.
• Acts as the CEO in his/her absence, or as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business administration, public administration or related field; and, three years of progressively responsible related experience; or, a combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Driver's License is preferred but not required. Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid California driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Management practices.
• Public administration.
• Fund and budgetary accounting.
• Fiscal administration and the principles of capital finance.
• Negotiation strategies and practices.
• Legislative process.
• Budgetary structure of the organization.
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting and implementation.
• Administration of staff and activities, either directly or through subordinate supervision.
• Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, codes, laws, rules and regulations and legislative issues.
• Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
• All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• External governmental bodies and agencies related to area of assignment.
• Standard business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals.
• Human resources policies and practices.

Skill in:

• Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Analyzing and resolving situations and problems.
• Researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
• Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
• Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols.
• Communicating orally with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.
• Operating and routine maintenance of general office machines such as copiers, facsimile machines, telephone systems, and paging systems.

Mental and Physical Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, giving close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to delegate authority to staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is occasionally required to lift, carry, push, pull, or move items weighing up to 20 pounds.

Selection Procedure & Other Important Information

Important Application Information:

• It is your responsibility to demonstrate through your application materials how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position/s for which you apply.
• You must complete all sections of the application. A résumé or other information you feel will help us evaluate your qualifications may be attached to your completed application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application. Blank applications that contain only a résumé or those that reference “see résumé” will be rejected as incomplete.
• Check your application before submitting to ensure it is complete and correct; no new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
• Inquiry will be made of your former and current employers; please provide the names and telephone numbers of supervisors on your application.
• You must provide the names and contact information of at least three (3) references (not relatives) that have knowledge of your job skills, experience, ability and/or character.
• Application materials are the property of Mendocino County and will not be returned.
• It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number or address. Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.
• The exam process listed on this flyer is tentative. Mendocino County reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the examination plan. Such revisions will be in accordance with approved personnel standards. Should a change be made, applicants will be notified.
• The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

Examination Process: All complete applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted by the final filing date will be reviewed with those judged most qualified progressing further in the selection process; incomplete applications will not be considered. Based on the number of qualified candidates, a Qualifications Appraisal may be administered.

Special Testing: The County of Mendocino is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), if special accommodations for a disability or religious conviction are necessary at any stage of the application and/or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Department in advance at (707) 234-6600. Reasonable notice is required to allow adequate time for review and evaluation of your request.

Special Requirements: Employment in some County departments or positions may require the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background, which may include fingerprinting, and/or a medical examination, which may include drug screening.

This announcement is a synopsis of duties and requirements of this job. To review the complete classification specification and benefits, please see the HR website. Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.

The County of Mendocino participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

Learn more:

• E-Verify Notice of Participation (Download PDF reader)
• Right to Work (Download PDF reader)

The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This information is a summary of general benefits. Benefits listed in Mendocino County Resolutions or Memorandums of Understanding prevail over this listing. This information is not legally binding, nor does it constitute a Contract.

SALARY
Compensation is based on a five-step salary range, with annual merit-based increases within the salary range.

RETIREMENT
Covered under Social Security and the 1937 act; both employees and the County pay into the retirement fund. For the most current information regarding County Retirement please go to:
https://www.mendocinocounty.org/retirement

HOLIDAYS AND PERSONAL LEAVE
Mendocino County observes 11 paid holidays per year. Employees are granted 24 - 48 hours of personal leave annually, depending upon Bargaining Unit.

VACATION
Accrues at the rate of two weeks per year for three years. Three weeks per year after three years, four weeks after eight years and five weeks after 15 years.

SICK LEAVE
Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1.25 days per month, or 15 days per year. Accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week. Part-time employees working less than 20 hours per week, and extra-help employees receive up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of paid sick leave annually.

MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, AND LIFE INSURANCE
The County and the employee share the cost of an employee selected health care plan; enrollment in the plan includes $20,000 Life Insurance.

HEALTH INSURANCE
For the most current information regarding Health Insurance please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/ehb

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
For the most current information regarding Employee Assistance please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/eap

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAM
For the most current information regarding Employee Wellness please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/mcwow

LABOR CONTRACTS
For the complete list of most current labor agreements please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/labor

Closing Date/Time: 5/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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