Date Posted:

April 9, 2014

Salary:

Hiring Range: $7,585-$8,344/mo

Description:

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Deputy Director in the Health and Human Services Department. The incumbent for this position would assist the Director of Health and Human Services in planning, organizing and administering County-wide programs covering major functional areas of the Health and Human Services Department including fiscal and related strategic planning and performance management in a manner that supports departmental program development and decision-making; act as a liaison with other County departments and agencies that have a regulatory or shared interest in service provision with the Health and Human Services department; and perform related duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties include: Provide day-to-day supervision over assigned divisions and special support functions; manage, plan, organize, administer, review and evaluate the activities of County and contract staff through subordinate levels of supervision; evaluate program effectiveness and modify accordingly; assist in developing and directing the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the department or assigned functional areas; implement policy and procedural changes as required; assist in development of funding sources and oversee the submission of grant applications and the administration of grants, including the timely submission of required program, audit and financial reports; confer with and represent the County in meetings with community agencies and groups, service providers and other governmental agencies; monitor changes in laws, regulations, programs and techniques in all functional areas; evaluate their effect upon County activities; recommend and implement policy and procedural changes as appropriate.

Examples of knowledge, skills, and abilities required for successful performance: Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution; principles, practices and procedures of management and administration, including goal setting, program development, implementation, performance evaluation and employee supervision; principles, practices and procedures related to the development and implementation of comprehensive public programs; principles, practices and funding sources related to the provision of a variety of social and public health services to the community; and pertinent federal and state laws, regulations, legislative processes, practices and policies related to public health, public assistance and human services programs. Skill in managing and supervising a large and diverse work force; identifying the development needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills; and representing the department and the County and coordinating activities with members of other departments, public agencies and community service organizations. Ability to listen carefully to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, and ask questions as appropriate for clarification; work within a team framework, both as a leader and a member; and interact with others and demonstrate sensitivity to their needs in order to establish and maintain a supportive and professional working relationship.

 

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or institution in Business or Public Health Administration, Economics, Finance, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology or a field related to the work and four years of management/supervisory experience in a governmental setting.

Preferred Requirements: In addition to the minimum, an advanced degree in a related field as previously defined and management/supervisory experience in a social service agency or public health department, which has included budget development and administration; and program planning, implementation and administration.

Special Requirements: The ability to obtain a valid CA Class C driver’s license within ten days of employment and maintain throughout employment. DMV printout provided prior to hire. Must file annual statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder.

 

How to Apply:

For detailed job announcement, application, and further instructions visit our job opportunities page at www.yuba.org or contact Yuba County Human Resources, 915 8th Street, Suite 113 Marysville, CA 95901 Phone: (530) 749-7860 Fax: (530) 749-7864

EOE

Filing Deadline:

Friday, April 25, 2014 5:00 p.m.