Salary: $250,000.00 - $270,000.00 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number:
Department: Finance & General Gov't Group
Opening Date: 07/28/2026
Closing Date: 8/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary

The County of San Diego is seeking applications from exceptionally qualified individuals for the position of:

Deputy Chief Financial Officer
(Executive Management)
Please review the detailed job brochure for additional information on the responsibilities and requirements of the position.

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

To learn more, please read the job description.

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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

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Please review the minimum qualifications for this position which are:Five (5) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification which must include two (2) years of management or supervision AND,A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certified foreign studies equivalency Note: 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 Analyst or Project Manager experience that involves leading projects.Do you meet the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

03

Please attach a copy of your bachelor's and/or master's degree, transcripts, completion letter, or foreign studies equivalency certificate (if education was obtained outside of the U.S.) if you are using it to qualify.I have read and understand that my application will not be considered until all required information is submitted.

• Yes
• No

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A copy of your résumé MUST be submitted at time of application. Résumés should include degrees held and employment history, including dates of service, position title, responsibilities, and positions supervised.Please attach current résumé at the ATTACHMENTS section of the application.I have read and understand that my application will not be considered until all required information is submitted.

• Yes
• No

05

How did you hear about this job opportunity?

• San Diego County website
• Governmentjobs. com
• Linkedin
• Indeed
• Veteran Outreach/FFSC
• Family, Neighbors, Friends
• County Employee Resources Group
• County Social Media
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Careers in Government
• Other

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If you selected "Other" in question #5, please tell us where you first heard of this job opportunity. Please enter "N/A" if this does not apply.
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