EHS Deputy Director, Workforce Services

The Position

Contra Costa County is currently accepting applications to fill one (1) EHS Deputy Bureau Director-Exempt position in the Employment and Human Services Department.

Contra Costa County’s Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency. The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and embracing diversity.

The Deputy Bureau Director assists with planning, organizing, implementing, and directing Department programs and services; assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of subordinate personnel, and performs related duties as required. The ideal candidate for the Deputy Bureau Director assignment will have strong analytical and administrative skills and will be able to monitor compliance of multiple programs. The applicant should be an adept leader able to provide direction to and manage the work of others. In addition, candidates must have experience working in partnership with community-based organizations. A proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of government and community partners is essential in this role.

We are seeking someone who:

• Is data and results-driven
• Is analytical
• Is proficient in navigating political landscapes
• Is exceptionally adaptable to dynamic environments and frequent changes
• Is proficient in the intricacies of public sector operations
• Is innovative and solution-focused
• Is an effective communicator

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Assisting the Bureau Director in developing objectives, policies, and procedures for public assistance programs
• Planning, organizing, and evaluating program services
• Participating in strategic planning and policy development
• Providing leadership for change and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Analyzing reports to ensure quality standards are met
• Monitoring progress and initiating corrective action when necessary
• Communicating policies and procedures to managers and supervisors
• Tracking staff positions and addressing support issues

A few reasons you might love this job:

• The opportunity to work with people who are passionate about their work
• Engaging in impactful work
• Community engagement
• Opportunities for professional growth
• The ability to be innovative and creative

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Complex regulatory environment
• Interagency collaboration
• Resource management
• Team with varying levels of expertise, guidance will be required
• Balancing conflicting priorities and demands

Competencies Required:

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Action & Results Focused: Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow
• Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives
• Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in context of achieving long range objective
• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Handling and resolving conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
• Leveraging Technology: Applying technology for improvements in organizational efficiency and effectiveness
• Managing and Facilitating Change: Addressing key factors that influence successful organizational change

You can read the complete job description at: County of Contra Costa - Class Specification Bulletin (governmentjobs.com)

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Candidates must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Gerontology, Counseling, Social Work, Social or Behavioral or Health Sciences, Business or Public Administration, or a closely related field.

Experience: Four (4) years full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) public administration experience which included responsibilities for supervision, program services operations, service delivery evaluation and regulatory compliance. Two (2) year of the above experience must have been at a managerial level.

Substitution of Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business or Public Administration, Social or Behavioral Sciences, or a closely related field and (1 ) additional year of the required listed experience.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with change initiative and interpretation of laws and regulations
• Utilization of data metrics including geospatial technology
• Public Speaking, delivering presentations, and meeting facilitation

Selection Process

This position is exempted from the merit system and will not follow regular County recruitment and selection procedures. Not all applicants will be invited to participate in the evaluation and interview process.

1. Application Filing: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

2. Interview: The most qualified candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an interview. This is an exempt classification. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the interview process.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

The employment list established by this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Flor Robb at flor.robb@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

• 925-655-2100

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