Assistant Director of Human Services

Assistant Director of Human Services

$210,131 - $255,421/Annually

The County of Sonoma seeks an experienced and talented executive leader to work closely with the Director of Human Services to oversee administrative functions that support the department’s programs and service delivery to the community.

As an integral member of the Executive team, the Assistant Director of Human Services is responsible for assisting the Director in the development, integration, and implementation of Human Services programs and functions; coordinating, analyzing, planning, and overseeing department-wide operations and services; ensuring operational compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations; assisting with budget strategy and enhancing partnerships by promoting departmental and county-wide initiatives; and representing Human Services at various local, regional, and statewide meetings. Additional responsibilities include:

·         Directing the work of administrative teams, which may include human resources, information technology, finance, facilities, contracts, special investigations, public information, compliance, care and shelter, satellite offices, and program research and evaluation

·         Reviewing and editing board items and attending Board of Supervisors meetings

·         Convening and leading meetings with internal and external stakeholders to foster relationships, provide information, and collaborate around shared goals

·         Reviewing and signing off on behalf of the director on various documents, including procurements and contracts, reimbursements, and HR forms

·         Directing the work of administrative teams, which may include human resources, information technology, finance, facilities, contracts, special investigations, public information, compliance, care and shelter, satellite offices, and program research and evaluation

·         Reviewing and editing board items and attending Board of Supervisors meetings

·         Convening and leading meetings with internal and external stakeholders to foster relationships, provide information, and collaborate around shared goals

·         Reviewing and signing off on behalf of the director on various documents, including procurements and contracts, reimbursements, and HR forms

Benefits of County Employment

Sonoma County offers a total compensation package that is both attractive and competitive. The annual salary for the Assistant Director of Human Services is $210,131 - $255,421 annually, depending upon the qualifications of the selected candidate. In addition, the County of Sonoma offers*:

·         Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment

·         Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range

·         Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation accrual and additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; generous sick leave accruals

·         Health Benefits - A range of health plans with several options in which the premium benefits cover 100% of the employees cost; dental, vision, disability, life insurance, wellness and professional development, and more

·         Retirement - County Employees Retirement Law of 1937. Retirement is fully integrated with Social Security. New employees, as defined and eligible, will be PEPRA plan members and receive a 2.5% at 67 formula, or for those individuals who meet certain criteria, including establishing reciprocity eligibility, will be Legacy plan members and receive 3% at 60.

·         Incentive Retirement Saving Plan - A defined contribution 401(a) plan; a 3% County “foundation” contribution and voluntary IRS 457 plan Pre-Tax employee contribution up to IRS annual maximum, plus a 100% County match of employee contribution deposit into the 401(a) account (up to 1% of base salary)

·         Post-Retirement Medical - County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits

·         Additional Benefits - Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more

·         Relocation Reimbursement - Reimbursement may be authorized for the successful candidate

·         Cell Phone Stipend - Optional monthly stipend of $50/month (if not assigned a County-issued phone)

·         Employee Assistance Program - County offered at no employee cost

*Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit, www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply by 1/5/26