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County of Santa Cruz

County Executive Officer

County of Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061

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County of Santa Cruz provided pay range. This range is provided by County of Santa Cruz. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range

$276,058.00/yr - $370,032.00/yr Direct message the job poster from County of Santa Cruz County Executive Officer County Of Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA The County of Santa Cruz, California is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and collaborative leader to serve as the County Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO will lead a progressive, innovative organization, dedicated to delivering equitable and results-oriented public services. Reporting directly to the Board of Supervisors, the CEO serves as the top administrative official responsible for the day-to-day operations of all County departments, implementation of Board policy, and execution of the County's strategic vision. This role requires a leader with a strong ethical foundation, deep public-sector experience, and a passion for advancing fiscal responsibility, organizational effectiveness, and equity across all County operations. This is an exceptional opportunity to guide one of California’s most forward-thinking counties through a time of significant growth, opportunity, and transformation.

Guide growth, champion equity, and create lasting impact, apply today! View the full recruitment brochure here: 1) View the brochure at the provided link: https://indd.adobe.com/view/8e371326-dab7-4f6f-aa4e-f71bab8233e8 Salary and benefits

Annual Salary:

$276,058 – $370,032 DOE/DOQ,

PLUS

an attractive benefits package that can be viewed here: https://wbcpinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CEO-BENEFITS.pdf How to apply

For first consideration, apply by September 5

at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/ Save the dates

Round one interviews will take place on

October 6

(invitations sent out week of September 29) with the advisory panel and Board of Supervisors. Round two final interviews will take place on

October 7

with the Board of Supervisors. Selected candidates must be available for in-person interviews on both dates. Anticipated start date in November. Questions?

Please contact your recruiter with any inquiries: terri@wbcpinc.com 541-664-0376 (direct) Seniority level

Executive Employment type

Full-time Job function

Finance, Administrative, and Project Management Industries

Government Administration

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