Salary: $176,000.00 - $183,400.00 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number:Department: Health & Human Serv Agcy
Division: Regional Self Suff Eligibility
Opening Date: 11/03/2026
Closing Date: 12/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Job SummaryThe County of San Diego Self Sufficiency Services Department is seeking applications seeking applications from exceptionally qualified individuals for the position of:
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENTAL OPERATIONS -SELF SUFFICIENCY SERVICES(Executive Management)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.
Blind Applicant ScreeningThe 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.
In order to qualify, you must meet the following education and experience requirements: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 AND a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certified foreign studies equivalencyNotes: For positions reporting to an assistant director, experience, as described above, may substitute for education. A master's degree or higher degree may substitute for up to one year of 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? 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.
Did you update your work history in your application profile? 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. 04
Please describe a time when you led a team or organizational unit through a significant policy, operational, or program change within a public assistance environment. How did you ensure the change aligned with broader organizational values such as equity, belonging, performance excellence, and cross department collaboration? If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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HHSA's Self-Sufficiency Services requires coordination with multiple stakeholders, including County leadership, state and federal partners, community organizations, and the Board of Supervisors. Provide an example of how you navigated a complex stakeholder environment to advance a public assistance program (such as CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi Cal, or a similar program). What was your approach, and what outcomes were achieved? If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".
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Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?
- County of San Diego website
- Governmentjobs.com
- California State Association of Counties (CSAC)
- Family, Neighbors, Friends
- County of San Diego Employee Resources Group
- College/University Career Site
- County of San Diego Social Media
- LinkedIn
- Indeed
- Voice and Viewpoint
- Job Fair/Career Event
- Other
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If you selected "Other" in question #6, where did you hear about this job?
Please indicate n/a if this does not apply. Required Question
