Deputy County Administrator

Introduction

THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended.

Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Postmarks are not accepted. Applications will only be accepted on-line.

Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Postmarks are not accepted. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification.

DESCRIPTION

ABOUT ALAMEDA COUNTY

Alameda County is the seventh most populous county in California and is characterized by its rich diversity and culture as one of the most ethnically diverse regions in the Bay Area and the nation. It is home to over 1.6 million people living in 14 incorporated cities as well as in six unincorporated communities and rural areas throughout the 821 square miles of the County. The County enjoys a varied geography ranging from urban marinas to rolling open spaces to hillside lakes and streams.

ABOUT THE ALAMEDA COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE

The County Administrator is responsible for the implementation of policies and decisions of the Board of Supervisors. The County Administrator's Office is composed of six units that provide and oversee programs serving the entire County. These units include Intergovernmental Affairs and Civic Engagement, Budget, Finance, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, East Bay Economic Development Alliance, and Risk Management. The Alameda County Administrator's Office's Mission, Vision and Values are as follows:

• Our Mission

To enrich the lives of Alameda County residents through visionary policies and accessible, responsive, and effective services.

• Our Vision

Alameda County is recognized as one of the best counties in which to live, work and do business.

• Our Values

Integrity, honesty, respect, fiscal stewardship, commitment, accessibility, responsiveness, leadership, teamwork, diversity, environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and compassion.

To learn more about the County Administrator's Office, please visit its website at:

THE POSITION

Under general direction, Deputy County Administrators serve as chief assistants to the County Administrator; have key responsibilities in planning, directing and coordinating all functions and activities of the County Administrator's Office.

This classification is located in the County Administrator's Office. Incumbents support the County Administrator in overall operation of the Office and provide high level administrative support to the County Administrator on complex matters. Will also act in the absence of the County Administrator at meetings with various officials, legislative bodies and boards and commissions whenever needed,

Positions in this classification will plan, organize and direct either the fiscal or legislative and strategic planning activities of the County including directing the development of the County budget, evaluating fiscal and budgetary procedures and policies and coordinating the fiscal activities of all County departments to assure maximum effectiveness of County resources; directing the development and execution of the County strategic plan and legislative agenda; and the initiation and coordination of interagency collaborations and internal/external partnerships.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The County Administrator's Office is searching for individuals who have a commitment to excellence, self-directed problem-solvers with high standards for quality and an avid commitment to public service. Ideal candidates should possess substantial senior management experience within public agencies, showcasing a consistent track record of integrity, professionalism, and accomplishments. Successful candidates will exhibit a history of innovation and a results-driven approach, alongside the ability to adeptly manage various competing priorities in dynamic, fast-paced settings. In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications required for the position, ideal candidates will embody the following crucial attributes:

• A track record of providing high quality public service with a commitment to the ideals of implementing visionary policies and practices that reinforce strong dedication to the community;
• Demonstrated success as a member of a leadership team with successdeveloping and supporting teams, and fostering cooperative working relationships;
• A strategic thinker who can develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the County's vision, values, and goals;
• Leadership Excellence - Demonstrates strong leadership skills to effectively oversee and guide various departments or functions within the county administration;
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal qualities with demonstrated experience communicating to diverse audiences;
• Strong Financial Acumen - Proficient in financial management, budgeting and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of County resources;
• Politically astute , possessing the skills necessary for identifying, navigating and successfully interacting within the dynamics of the organization while maintaining sensitivity to the competing needs of a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders;
• Proven project management skills that demonstrate the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring completion and alignment with County objectives;

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, finance, economics, public administration, or related disciplines.

AND

Experience: Six years of increasingly responsible managerial experience in a large, complex public agency in the field of Finance or Policy Analysis including two years of experience in a senior level administrative or executive management position.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the “Examples of Duties” section of this specification.

Knowledge of:

• Accepted principles, techniques and practices of public administration including budget and financial techniques and procedures used in local government agencies and organizational planning, work measurement, and budget preparation, review and control.
• Organization, services and financing of local government and subdivisions, special districts, and local government boards, committees, commissions and agencies.
• Principles and practices of office management, including budget practices and control, program and project planning, implementation and administration.
• Principles and practices of personnel management, including the training, evaluation, selection and supervision of subordinates.
• Analyze, interpret, explain and apply complex regulations, laws, directives, policies and procedures.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Prepare, review, and assist in the preparation of clear and concise reports, records and correspondence.
• Serve as liaison for the Board of Supervisors and County departments and the public while providing exceptional customer service.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with department personnel, other agencies/organizations and the public.
• Handle highly confidential and politically sensitive information and situations.
• State legislative processes as related to local government.
• Funding practices of State and Federal Agencies providing revenue sources such as subvention, grants, and revenue sharing.

Ability to:

• Oversee the analysis of data and make responsible, professional, cost effective recommendations and reports. · Use initiative and sound independent judgment within policy guidelines and in interpreting, applying and explaining laws, rules, regulations and policies.
• Review and analyze staff reports and recommendations.
• Plan and direct the work of staff.
• Develop, communicate and implement effective strategies for resolving complex issues, coordinating multiple projects and meeting critical deadlines.
• Demonstrate critical thinking techniques in the preparation of clear, concise and accurate reports, correspondence, policies, procedures and other written materials.
• Represent the County effectively in meetings with groups and individuals, including making effective oral presentations.
• Maintain a positive and effective working relationship that maintains the confidence and cooperation of elected officials, employees, and the public.
• Sensitive to public relations and is capable of dealing with negative publicity, recommending actions to ameliorate the situation.

EXAMINATION COMPONENTS

THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS:

• A review of candidates' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process;

• A review of candidates' Supplemental Questionnaires to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process;

• An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises.

** CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. **

We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website,

RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN

Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN

Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing.

Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes.

For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website:

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

• Medical - HMO & PPO Plans
• Dental - HMO & PPO Plans
• Vision or Vision Reimbursement
• Share the Savings
• Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• County Allowance Credit
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

• 12 paid holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accrual
• Vacation purchase program
• Management Paid Leave**
• Catastrophic Sick Leave
• Group Auto/Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Guaranteed Ride Home
• Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
• Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
• Child Care Resources
• 1st United Services Credit Union

• Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the