Director, Office of Emergency Services

County of San Diego, CA
San Diego, California United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 05, 2025
  • Salary: $183,310 USD Annually
  • Salary Top:$297,523
  • Full Time
  • Administration and Management
  • Executive
  • Job Description

    Director, Office of Emergency Services

    County of San Diego, CA

    San Diego, CA

    Annual Salary: $183,310 – $297,523 DOE/DOQ

     

    The County of San Diego seeks a dynamic, visionary, and collaborative leader to serve as its next Director of the Office of Emergency Services (OES). This executive position plays a pivotal role in safeguarding one of the largest and most diverse counties in the nation, leading a $12.3 million department with 43 dedicated staff committed to the safety, resilience, and preparedness of the region’s more than 3.3 million residents. Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Public Safety, the Director will oversee all aspects of emergency management, including planning, prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery, while serving as a trusted advisor to County leadership, elected officials, and community stakeholders. This is a rare opportunity to shape regional resilience and emergency response capabilities in a county defined by both its natural beauty and complex risks. This role is vital in a region facing diverse threats from wildfires and floods to earthquakes, pandemics, and terrorism. Lead San Diego’s readiness. Protect its future. Apply today to become the next Director of the Office of Emergency Services.

     

    View the full recruitment brochure here

     

    Salary and Benefits

    Salary Range: $183,310 – $297,523 DOE/DOQ, PLUS an attractive benefits package.

     

    How to Apply

    For first consideration, apply by September 30th at:  https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

     

    SAVE THE DATES

    First round interviews will take place virtually on October 14th. Finalists will move forward to round two in-person interviews on October 20th. Selected candidates must be available for both interview dates.

     

    QUESTIONS?

    Please contact your recruiter, Terri Maus-Nisich, with any questions:

    • terri@wbcpinc.com
    • 541-664-0376 direct 
    • 866-929-9227 toll-free

     

     

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