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Salary : $182,104.00 - $259,147.20 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-04060-01
Department: County Administrative Office
Opening Date: 07/18/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
The Job
APPLICATIONS/RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.
APPLY BY AUGUST 21, 2026 FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION
This recruitment is only open to current County of San Bernardino, Fire Department, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX) or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to six (6) months from the end of their assignment.
Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.
View the recruitment brochure
San Bernardino County is seeking a new Deputy Executive Officer (DEO), who, working under general supervision, supports the Assistant Executive Officer (AEO) in implementing and coordinating administrative policies and directives from the Board of Supervisors to ensure operational efficiency across the county. The DEO also assists with oversight of the Human Services Administrative Office and engages in highly responsible administrative tasks, along with performing other related duties as assigned. Key responsibilities encompass, but are not limited to, the following: Aid departments in developing policies, plans, programs, goals, and objectives aimed at enhancing efficiency, economy, and community/public relations; Offer advice and guidance to department directors, top-level administrators, and the Board of Supervisors concerning administrative and operational matters, as well as the establishment of policies, procedures, and practices to boost operational efficiency; Counsel County managers on establishing and coordinating programs that address evolving operational needs; promote interdepartmental program coordination by presenting a comprehensive perspective on issues to management, and facilitate the resolution of issues that span multiple departments.; Conduct special studies and investigations, prepare analytical reports, and formulate recommendations; perform in-depth analyses of operational structures, systems, procedures, policies, and practices; develop and propose new policies and procedures; Examine state and federal programs, statutory requirements, and legislation to assess their impact on County department operations; recommend more efficient compliance strategies and potential reinterpretations and amendments of certain requirements; analyze proposed legislation for its possible effects on operations and costs for County departments, and advise on the County's position regarding passage; Manage special projects for the Board and the CEO; conduct relevant research and present findings; oversee the work of staff handling special requests and projects for the Board and the CEO.
For more information, refer to the job description.
OUTSTANDING SALARY AND BENEFITS
The County offers a generous benefit package which includes a competitive salary commensurate with experience within the designated salary range of 91B: $182,104.00 - $259,147.20 Annually.
Our generous alternativeprovides a wage differential of4% above the base salarywith a complementing modified leaves package and benefits, including the use of increased pay rate to calculate County contributions to RMT, 401(k), and 457(b) plans, leaves cash outs, and retirement contribution rates.
View our brochure, including additional information regarding the position, qualifications and adetailed list of benefits
To learn more, please click the links below

• County Website
• County Administrative Office

Desired Qualifications
The highly qualified candidate will possess a combination of education and experience that includes a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of significant experience in an executive, administrative leadership, or executive manager capacity in a complex organization involving the responsibility for program administration, project management, budget development and financial analysis, and intergovernmental liaison. Experience in the public sector that includes in-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance, policy development, and capital improvement and development projects is highly desired.
The ideal candidate will also be an innovative and collaborative leader, capable of fostering a culture of success and achievement. The successful individual will advocate for the Countywide Vision, introducing collaborative ideas and strategies to deliver optimal services to the communities served. They will also bring creative solutions to current and future challenges and incorporate ideas from the evolving workforce and workplace equitably. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of Human Services (HS) programs and their administration.
Candidates possessing an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
Selection Process
Interested candidates must submit:

• Compelling cover letter;
• Comprehensive resume;
• Three (3) professional references.

Electronic version of all submittals is required to be sent to: ExecRecruit@hr.sbcounty.gov or candidates may complete the online application and upload the required documents.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established. This is a confidential process and will be handled accordingly throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
Questions should be addressed to: Jose Mancilla, HR Division Chief at Jose.Mancilla@hr.sbcounty.gov
APPLICATIONS/RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSTION IS FILLED.
APPLY BY AUGUST 21, 2026 FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION
Exempt Unit-Group B
San Bernardino County 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 other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.