San Bernardino County
Deputy Director, Program Development
San Bernardino County, San Bernardino, California, United States, 92409
Overview
The
Human Services Program Development Division
is recruiting for a
Deputy Director, Program Development
to plan, organize, and direct the operations of the Program Development Division (PDD) of Human Services (HS). Deputy Directors perform duties including: planning, organizing, and directing the development of major programs for Human Services departments; directing the development of new and revised agency programs, goals, policies, procedures, and methods; analyzing reports and operational data to ensure quality, effectiveness, and compliance with state and federal laws; recommending and reviewing division policies and procedures; preparing comprehensive management and statistical reports; overseeing staff selection, training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and other personnel activities; and participating in developing the division budget, monitoring expenditures and revenues, and ensuring fiscal integrity of the department.
For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Director, Program Development job description.
Future Salary Increases
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2026*
Benefits Overview HEALTH BENEFITS
Medical & Dental: Family Coverage Vision: Employee + Dependent Coverage Premium subsidies to offset health costs Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses
LEAVE PROVISIONS
Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 80 hours Annual Administrative Leave with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect Attendance Leave Flexible work schedules
RETIREMENT PERKS
Generous pension Retirement reciprocity may be available 401(k) with Employer Match 2x Employee Contribution up to 8% 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement
For more information, review the Employee Benefits Summary
Modified Benefit Option:
As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides a 4% increase above the base rate of pay with modified benefits.
For more detailed information, refer to the MBO - Exempt BbOU.
*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.
Conditions of Employment Pre-Employment Process:
Applicants must successfully pass the pre-employment process, which may include verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, credit check, drug screening, and/or medical exam, prior to appointment.
Travel:
Statewide and nationwide travel is occasionally required. Travel throughout the County is required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
Sponsorship:
Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Education Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework, half of which
must
be upper division in behavioral/social science, natural science, public/business administration, education, or humanities.
A list of completed college coursework must be submitted with the application if the applicant does not possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in one of the qualifying fields of study listed above.
Experience Options (applicant must meet one of the options):
Option 1:
Three (3) years of experience performing duties equivalent to a
Supervising Program Specialist
in San Bernardino County overseeing staff engaged in reviewing and determining the impact of proposed and actual federal and state regulatory/legislative changes. Option 2:
Three (3) years of experience as a second-level supervisor or manager in a human services program, which includes responsibility for program development, evaluation, and implementation.
The ideal candidate will possess at least a Bachelor's degree in a qualifying field and have experience with planning, organizing, and directing the operations of a Human Services Unit in a government agency.
Application Process and Evaluation There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; provide detailed work experience to maximize score. Avoid statements such as "see/refer to resume" in lieu of completing the work history.
Priority Application Review Date:
Applications received by Friday, October 3, 2025 will be included in the first review; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed. Apply ASAP as recruitment may close at any time once sufficient qualified applications are received.
How to Apply and Important Notices To ensure timely submission, please complete and submit your online application before the filing deadline. You will receive an onscreen confirmation and email upon successful submission. Save or print these for your records. If you do not receive confirmation, the application may not have been received.
If you need technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact the Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Human Resources is not responsible for issues caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Legal Notices Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and ADA compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details on requesting these points, refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
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The
Human Services Program Development Division
is recruiting for a
Deputy Director, Program Development
to plan, organize, and direct the operations of the Program Development Division (PDD) of Human Services (HS). Deputy Directors perform duties including: planning, organizing, and directing the development of major programs for Human Services departments; directing the development of new and revised agency programs, goals, policies, procedures, and methods; analyzing reports and operational data to ensure quality, effectiveness, and compliance with state and federal laws; recommending and reviewing division policies and procedures; preparing comprehensive management and statistical reports; overseeing staff selection, training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and other personnel activities; and participating in developing the division budget, monitoring expenditures and revenues, and ensuring fiscal integrity of the department.
For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Director, Program Development job description.
Future Salary Increases
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2026*
Benefits Overview HEALTH BENEFITS
Medical & Dental: Family Coverage Vision: Employee + Dependent Coverage Premium subsidies to offset health costs Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses
LEAVE PROVISIONS
Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 80 hours Annual Administrative Leave with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect Attendance Leave Flexible work schedules
RETIREMENT PERKS
Generous pension Retirement reciprocity may be available 401(k) with Employer Match 2x Employee Contribution up to 8% 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement
For more information, review the Employee Benefits Summary
Modified Benefit Option:
As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides a 4% increase above the base rate of pay with modified benefits.
For more detailed information, refer to the MBO - Exempt BbOU.
*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.
Conditions of Employment Pre-Employment Process:
Applicants must successfully pass the pre-employment process, which may include verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, credit check, drug screening, and/or medical exam, prior to appointment.
Travel:
Statewide and nationwide travel is occasionally required. Travel throughout the County is required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
Sponsorship:
Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Education Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework, half of which
must
be upper division in behavioral/social science, natural science, public/business administration, education, or humanities.
A list of completed college coursework must be submitted with the application if the applicant does not possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in one of the qualifying fields of study listed above.
Experience Options (applicant must meet one of the options):
Option 1:
Three (3) years of experience performing duties equivalent to a
Supervising Program Specialist
in San Bernardino County overseeing staff engaged in reviewing and determining the impact of proposed and actual federal and state regulatory/legislative changes. Option 2:
Three (3) years of experience as a second-level supervisor or manager in a human services program, which includes responsibility for program development, evaluation, and implementation.
The ideal candidate will possess at least a Bachelor's degree in a qualifying field and have experience with planning, organizing, and directing the operations of a Human Services Unit in a government agency.
Application Process and Evaluation There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; provide detailed work experience to maximize score. Avoid statements such as "see/refer to resume" in lieu of completing the work history.
Priority Application Review Date:
Applications received by Friday, October 3, 2025 will be included in the first review; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed. Apply ASAP as recruitment may close at any time once sufficient qualified applications are received.
How to Apply and Important Notices To ensure timely submission, please complete and submit your online application before the filing deadline. You will receive an onscreen confirmation and email upon successful submission. Save or print these for your records. If you do not receive confirmation, the application may not have been received.
If you need technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact the Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Human Resources is not responsible for issues caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Legal Notices Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and ADA compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details on requesting these points, refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
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