Salary: $169,000.00 - $181,000.00 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number:
Department: Planning & Development Services
Division: Land Development
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary

The County of San Diego - Planning & Development Services is seeking applications from exceptionally qualified individuals for an excellent management opportunity.
CHIEF, DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS - LAND DEVELOPMENT(Unclassified Management)

Planning & Development Services
Land Management Division
Please review the detailed for additional information on the responsibilities and requirements of the position.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.

To learn more, please read the job description and to view the full salary range for the position.
Blind Applicant Screening

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Unclassified Service
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Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
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Please review the minimum qualifications for this position, which are: Five years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification which must include two years of management or supervision; AND a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or certified equivalency for foreign studies; OR, a combination of experience and/or education as stated above. Notes: A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Qualifying experience will include CAO Group Analyst or Project Manager experience that involves leading projects.If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, your application will not be accepted. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

02

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Did you update your work history in your application profile?

• Yes
• No

03

Please attach a copy of your current resume, college degree, transcripts, completion letter, or foreign studies equivalency certificate. I understand that my application will not be considered until all required information is submitted.

• Yes
• No

04

Please explain how you have used performance management or process improvements to enhance organizational effectiveness in a land development setting.If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A" in your response.
05

Please briefly describe your experience leading multidisciplinary teams in land development, including how you managed projects, coordinated operations, and supervised staff to achieve successful results.If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A" in your response.
06

Please describe your approach to setting performance goals and holding team members accountable while still supporting their success.If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A" in your response.
07

How did you hear about this job opportunity? Please make only one selection.

• County of San Diego website
• County of San Diego Employee Resource Group
• County employee
• LinkedIn
• Industry publication or website pertaining to Planning & Development Services
• Family or friends
• Diversity group or publication
• Military/Veterans outreach or job board
• Job or career fair
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Governmentjobs.com
• Other

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If you selected "Other" in the question above, please tell us how you first heard of this job opportunity. Please indicate "N/A" if this does not apply.
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