The Job
Earn an annual salary up to $155,084 plus Benefits! Future salary increase of 3.00% across the board effective February 22, 2025 & 2026*
** RECRUITMENT BONUS up to $3,000 may be available for newly hired employees . ** REFERRAL BONUS: Employees in a regular position who refer a qualified candidate to this recruitment may be eligible to receive a referral bonus. ** According to criteria in the County Exempt Compensation Ordinance
San Bernardino County is currently seeking an innovative and results-driven
Deputy Director of Economic Development. The Deputy Director of Economic Development will assist the Director to plan, organize, and administer the goals and vision of the Economic Development Department.
Essential duties may include:
- Assist in preparing, justifying, and monitoring the department's budget.
- Develop and implement business attraction programs and services to attract business to the region.
- Review economic trends and advise on economic impacts.
- Negotiate, administer, and monitor contracts and agreements.
For details, refer to the Deputy Director, Economic Development job description.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT San Bernardino County’s Department of Economic Development fosters sustainable economic growth opportunities for job creation and revenue enhancement through comprehensive business expansion, attraction, and retention programs and services. The Department creates strategic partnerships with public and private entities to enhance global competitiveness and entrepreneurial development. Our team of experts specialize in connecting businesses with resources in the areas of economic development, international investment, workforce development, entrepreneurship and small business development, travel and tourism, and film and photography. They are dedicated to fulfilling the County’s vision of a vibrant, prosperous economy that creates a broad range of choices for our residents in how they live, work, and play. For more information, visit https://selectsbcounty.com/
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicant must successfully pass a background check and medical exam prior to appointment.
Travel/License: A valid California Class C driver license is required at time of appointment, and must be maintained throughout employment. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and show proof of automobile liability insurance.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider to candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must meet BOTH the Education and Experience requirements to qualify. EDUCATION: A completed bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, economics, behavioral science, or closely related field.
- AND -
EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of experience in economic development, community development, or workforce development activities for the public sector, which includes three (3) years of full-scope supervisory responsibility (may be concurrent).
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will exceed the required experience in an economic development agency, and have a strong background in managing strategic business development and retention initiatives with proven outcomes. Experience in Foreign Trade and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is highly desired.
Selection Process
Application Procedure: To receive consideration for this excellent opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume. An electronic version of all submittals must be sent to: ExecRecruit@hr.sbcounty.gov , -or- complete the online application and upload the required documents: www.sbcounty.gov/jobs .
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration. Questions regarding this position or status should be addressed to: Carissa Monteverde at Carissa.Monteverde@hr.sbcounty.gov or Silvia Zayas at szayas@hr.sbcounty.gov
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible . This recruitment is continuous and may close at anytime. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require
technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the
Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click
here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process.
Exempt Unit-Group CThe County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits, please click here .
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
