Job Opportunity

County Administrative Officer
San Luis Obispo County

Date Posted:

August 17, 2017

Salary:

Annual salary range: $203,153.64 – $246,916.80
The county offers an excellent benefits package.

Description:

San Luis Obispo County, is located along the Pacific Ocean in Central California, between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. As of the 2010 census, the population was approximately 280,000. County of San Luis Obispo has a 2017-2018 budget of $590 million and employs approximately 2,780 staff members, who work to serve the community with pride to enhance the economic, environmental and social quality of life.

The Administrative Office assists the Board of Supervisors in managing, directing, and coordinating the operation of all departments over which the Board exercises control. The Administrative Office is responsible for the preparation of the Board’s Agenda, the implementation of Board Policies, and the preparation of the County Budget.

The County of San Luis Obispo is seeking an Administrative Officer who is committed to meeting the goals of the County as directed by the Board of Supervisors. The County Administrative Officer (CAO) is appointed by the Board of Supervisors and shall generally advise, assist, act as agent for, and be responsible to the Board of Supervisors for the proper and efficient administration of the affairs of the County that are placed in his/her charge by the Board. The CAO shall enforce ordinances, orders, policies, and/or regulations as directed by the Board.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be an honest, ethical, and dynamic leader with a record of professional accomplishments that demonstrate his/her ability to effectively lead a large and diverse public organization. A proven record in project management, strategic planning and sound fiscal management skills are essential. This challenging position requires a strong, visionary leader committed to quality improvement, customer service and performance management. A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, or other related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of administrative and executive experience in public sector employment is required. Experience directing budget, personnel, fiscal and other administrative functions in a large scale, public sector environment is expected. Some private sector experience is helpful. An advanced degree is preferred.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit your résumé (reflecting years and months of employment, beginning/ending dates as well as relevant work experience), cover letter, and a list of six work-related references, as well as the size of staff and budgets you have managed. Submit your materials on our website: https://secure.cpshr.us/escandidate/JobDetail?ID=266

Frank Rojas
CPS HR Consulting
Ph: 916 471-3111

County of San Luis Obispo website: www.slocounty.ca.gov
To view an online brochure for this position visit: www.cpshr.us/search

The County of San Luis Obispo is an EOE.

Filing Deadline:

September 27, 2017

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