THE POSITION
Make a Difference in Sacramento County
This is a unique opportunity to serve your community while shaping the future of essential government services. You’ll work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and help improve the lives of residents across Sacramento County.
About the Role
The Deputy Director of General Services is a key executive leader responsible for directing, managing, and coordinating major operational divisions within the department. This role oversees:
· The Chief of Facility Planning and Management, who manages all county facility operations and maintenance.
· The Chief of Support Services, who oversees critical internal services such as printing, warehouse management, mail distribution, and surplus property programs.
· The County Security Program, ensuring the safety and security of county buildings, staff, and the public.
The Deputy Director provides strategic leadership, drives operational efficiency, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports innovation across these divisions.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Core Competencies
These are the essential skills, abilities, and areas of expertise required for the Deputy Director of General Services to succeed in the role:
· Strategic and Operational Leadership
· Technical and Functional Knowledge
· Budget and Resource Management
· Organizational Performance and Accountability
Personal Attributes
These are the inherent qualities and traits that define how the Deputy Director approaches their role, leads others, and interacts with stakeholders:
· Integrity
· Accountability
· Emotional Intelligence
· Interdepartmental Collaboration
· Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
· Resilience and Adaptability
· Service Orientation
· Professional Presence
· Collaborative Spirit
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of experience and education or training that is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. Typical ways to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
1. Four years of administrative or management experience, including responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing varied types of programs. At least two years of the required experience must have involved budgeting and rate-setting activities associated with a Proprietary Fund, such as an inter-services fund or an enterprise fund.
Or:
2. Two years as a division chief in the Department of General Services.
ABOUT SACRAMENTO COUNTY
Sacramento County spans 984 square miles and includes the state capital, seven incorporated cities, and a population of 1.5 million, with about 564,000 residing in unincorporated areas. It offers abundant recreation, dining, and cultural amenities, including over 15,000 acres of parks and the American River Parkway. The County is an affordable and thriving economic hub, with strengths in clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and life sciences. Governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors and a County Executive, Sacramento County operates a $8.9 billion budget across 30+ departments, delivering essential services to residents.
General Services Department
The Department of General Services (DGS) manages Sacramento County’s assets across 984 square miles with a team of 480 employees. The Department manages 5.8 million square feet of County-owned facilities, 2 million square feet of leased space, and a fleet of over 2,400 vehicles.
COMPENSATION
The County of Sacramento offers an excellent compensation and benefits program. The salary range is $182,929.68 – $201,679.92 annually, plus an additional 3.35% management incentive for a combined total of $189,057.82 - $208,436.19.
