Salary: $195,000.00 - $200,000.00 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number:
Department: Health & Human Serv Agcy
Division: Behavioral Health Services
Opening Date: 06/30/2026
Closing Date: 7/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary
The County of San Diego is seeking applications from exceptionally qualified individuals for the position of:
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES

BUDGET/FINANCE

(Executive Management)
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.
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Special Notes: The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide 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 will help 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.

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The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide 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 will help 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. Did you update your work history in your application profile?

• Yes
• No

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In order to qualify, you must meet the following education and experience requirements:A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certified foreign studies equivalency; AND, five years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification. Experience must include three years of management level experience and at least one year of supervision.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 and cannot be applied to the required one year of supervision.If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, please do not apply as your application may be rejected.Do you meet the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

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Proof of the required college level education must also be attached at the "ATTACHMENTS" section of the application process.Such proof includes copies of diplomas, official transcripts, unofficial transcripts, letters of verifications, and/or certified foreign studies equivalency (if college education was obtained outside of the US). If they are already in your application profile, you do not need to resubmit.I understand that my application will not be considered until all required proof of completed college education is submitted.

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience managing the financial planning and/or reporting process (Budget, Forecasting, Claiming, Year-End, ACFR, etc.). Be sure to include the following information in your response:(1) Employer name(s) (2) Job title(s) (3) Employment dates (month/year) (4) Description of duties and responsibilities.If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Please share your experience with managing or overseeing financial operations within a health plan or similar healthcare setting.Be sure to include the following information in your response:(1) Employer name(s) (2) Job title(s) (3) Employment dates (month/year) (4) Description of duties and responsibilities.If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Describe your experience maximizing federal, State, and other external funding streams to reduce reliance on local funds to deliver services.Be sure to include the following information in your response: (1) Employer name(s) (2) Job title(s) (3) Employment dates (month/year) (4) Description of duties and responsibilities. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Please describe how you have endeavored to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in your professional leadership roles. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Where did you hear about this job?

• California State Association of Counties (CSAC)
• National Association of Counties (NACO)
• College/University Career Site
• County of San Diego web site
• County of San Diego Employee Resource Group
• Friends, family, neighbors
• Governmentjobs.com
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Careers in Government
• County of San Diego Social Media
• Other

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If you selected "Other" in question #8, where did you hear about this job? Please indicate n/a if this does not apply.
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