Assistant Director of General Services

San Joaquin County General Service Department is seeking an experienced leader to provide oversight, direction and guidance in meeting the department’s mission. In collaboration with the Director of General Services, this role will foster a creative, collaborative and progressive work force by leading, managing and administering the programs, projects, functions, budgets, and activities of the General Services Department.

This position oversees departmental compliance with state, federal and local requirements, regulations and policies, and acts in the absence of the Director as required.  This role offers the opportunity to shape initiatives, guide teams, support key-decision making, and elevate key County, Facility, and Parks and Recreation services. We welcome applications that bring strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to excellence.

This is a Senior Management level position in San Joaquin County, operates on an at-will basis, is exempt from civil service, and reports directly to the Director of General Services.

Typical Duties:

• Assists the Director with planning, organizing and directing the development and delivery of departmental services, including but not limited to those related to parks and recreation, facilities maintenance and property management.
• May provide direct oversight for one or more departmental units/divisions. 
• Assists with the development and implementation of departmental quality control and quality improvement programs and initiatives.
• Analyzes and monitors performance indicators and ensures that departmental operations meet established standards
• Assists with directing the activities of departmental staff through subordinate managers and supervisors; selects staff and evaluates performance; reviews and takes action on disciplinary matters. 
• Assists with the development of operational policies and procedures; analyzes and interprets existing and proposed federal, state and local legislation, policies, procedures and other directives to determine impact on operations. 
• Leads or assists with the preparation, presentation, and administration of departmental budgets; analyzes fiscal information and recommends cost efficiency options.    
• Assists with the effective development and utilization of technology to improve departmental systems and processes. 
• Analyzes and summarizes complex narrative information and statistical data; prepares or supervises the preparation of reports for County management as well as federal, state, or other external agencies.
• Prepares Board of Supervisors’ reports and related documents; makes presentations to groups, and individuals, including boards and commissions. 

Desirable Qualifications: 

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in business or public administration, engineering, architecture, facilities maintenance/management, Parks and Recreation Administration, or a related area.

Experience: Five years of administrative or management experience in a public agency, including experience managing and maintaining facilities as well as one or both of the following areas: parks and recreation, and/or property management.

Please apply on our San Joaquin County Open Jobs page: Announcement: Assistant Director General Services - San Joaquin County

In addition to desirable education and experience, an ideal candidate will possess many more experiences and competencies.  They will demonstrate executive leadership experience resulting in effective organization able to fulfill its service goals.  They will regularly utilize analytical and interpretive skills to assist with the development of operational policies and procedures.  It is expected that this candidate will model a strong work ethic and accountability for oneself and others. With their high level of integrity and strong sense of ethics, they will demonstrate their ability to effectively provide leadership and collaborate with multiple departments and/or agencies.  This candidate will also possess experience in developing creative and alternative solutions to administrative and management challenges.  Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are a must, as well as strong administrative, human resources, fiscal and organizational development skills.

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• San Joaquin County

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