Deputy Chief Executive Officer

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer is an appointed position responsible for assisting the Chief Executive Officer and Assistant Chief Executive Officer in developing and implementing special studies, resolutions, ordinances, reports, and County programs; conducting research and making recommendations for special projects; assisting in policy development; and conducting contract negotiations for various department services; and managing an identifiable program(s), unit(s) or division(s) within the executive office. Manager Academy is mandatory for all managers and consists of nine courses that must be completed within two years. Participation is required and completed during work hours. Job Responsibilities Directs staff in various aspects of budget development for the organization including; establishing policies, recommending budgets, establishing control systems relative to budget management within each department; and keeping management staff and elected officials informed of financial status on a regular basis. Plans, coordinates, assigns, and monitors performance and coaches, counsels, mentors, trains, and advises department directors and other employees with respect to policy matters and for the dual goals of meeting department goals and employee career development. Manages annual and individual projects and policy issues by conducting complex research and works with department directors for the purpose of assigning and/or coordinating projects and programs and resolving issues. Advises the chief executive officer and Board of Supervisors on matters pertaining to department functions. Assists departments with matters involving interdepartmental functions, central services and/or public relations. Assists in the development and enforcement of ordinances, policies, procedures, and standards for the department and County; recommends improvement when necessary and writes/revises same. Reviews, prepares and presents program reports, resolutions, ordinances, etc. Organizes, directs and coordinates the collection of information pertinent to County programs and/or departments. May oversee and supervise staff in program(s); establish priorities, goals, and objectives consistent with a program. Provides professional and technical consultation on complex program matters. Serves as a member of various committees/teams and collaborates, persuades, and negotiates with others outside own work area to coordinate efforts and maintain cooperative and efficient relations. Follows up on various inquiries at the request of officials and reports findings. Negotiates or supervises contract negotiations and leases, assures that contracts and leases are properly executed in accordance with laws, limitations, etc. and approves same up to specified limit. Attends and/or conducts various project meetings and workshops. Assesses capital improvement needs of facilities. Monitors legislative issues and court decisions affecting departments. Pursues funding sources and assists in the preparation of grants. Prepares and present items to the Board and makes recommendations on items submitted by departments. Carries out supervisory/managerial responsibility of Executive Office staff in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable laws including: interviewing, hiring and training, planning, assigning and directing work; establishing deadlines; appraising performance; counseling with employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Represents the Board and interacts with a variety of high level individuals, both internally and within the community to provide information, disseminate departmental information and assist in resolving administrative issues. Assists in directing the establishment of long-range goals, objectives, organizational structure, and overall direction for all departments. Works with Executive Office staff to assure the clients are well served. Ensures quality standards and compliance with regulations are maintained. Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications. Prepares complex, routine and non-routine reports as requested utilizing a variety of software; receives, sorts, and summarizes material for the preparation of reports; prepares work reports; relays and interprets administrative decisions, policies and instructions. Acts as the CEO in his/her absence, or as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business administration, public administration or related field; and, three years of progressively responsible related experience; or, a combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Licenses and Certifications Valid Driver's License is preferred but not required. Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid California driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job‑related essential functions. Knowledge of Management practices. Public administration. Fund and budgetary accounting. Fiscal administration and the principles of capital finance. Negotiation strategies and practices. Legislative process. Budgetary structure of the organization. Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting and implementation. Administration of staff and activities, either directly or through subordinate supervision. Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, codes, laws, rules and regulations and legislative issues. Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation. All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job. Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. External governmental bodies and agencies related to area of assignment. Standard business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals. Human resources policies and practices. Skill in Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines. Analyzing and resolving situations and problems. Researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials. Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction. Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols. Communicating orally with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner. Operating and routine maintenance of general office machines such as copiers, facsimile machines, telephone systems, and paging systems. Mental and Physical Abilities Ability to read and interpret documents such as operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, giving close attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to delegate authority to staff. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is occasionally required to lift, carry, push, pull, or move items weighing up to 20 pounds. The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County of Mendocino participates in the E‑Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I‑9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr