Board of Supervisors - Deputy Chief of Staff

Job Description:

Board of Supervisors - Deputy Chief of Staff

Description

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Management - Mgmt Classes, Classified & Exempt
Why join the office of Contra Costa County Board Supervisor Diane Burgis?

You will have the opportunity to work with a recognized leader in Bay Area regional government, whose priorities include:

• Protecting the Delta and water resources.
• Promoting public safety with improved fire protection and law enforcement coverage.
• Addressing the homelessness and housing affordability crisis.
• Improving mental health response.
• Bringing more services to East County.
• Building our local economy.

Supervisor Diane Burgis was elected to office in 2016 and re-elected to her second term in 2020. She proudly serves the 222,000 Contra Costa County's 3rd Supervisorial District residents, covering Antioch, Bethel Island, Brentwood, Byron, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, and Oakley in East Contra Costa County.

Working for Contra Costa County allows you to serve and improve the lives of the local community. The county provides essential services such as public safety, healthcare, social services, library services, animal services, and infrastructure development. Working for the county can be a rewarding experience as it allows individuals to positively impact their community and contribute to the betterment of society. Additionally, Contra Costa County offers competitive salaries, good benefits, and career growth and development opportunities.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience with management and supervision.
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
• Manages competing demands and priorities.
• Is self-motivated, collaborative, adaptable, and responsive.
• Can work with constituents with diverse backgrounds and views.
• Is a problem solver committed to public service and helping others.
• Displays professional integrity, transparency, accountability, and ethics.
• Values diversity and equity.

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Under direction from the Chief of Staff, plans, organizes and directs the work of the office and is responsible for the establishment and enforcement of office policies and procedures, assignment and prioritization of work, maintenance of office supplies and budget oversight.
• Supervises and/or provides lead direction to office staff and ensures that work performed meets standards in terms of quality and productivity.
• Performs a variety of administrative duties involving project assignments and research, analysis and monitoring of issues including concerns raised by constituents.
• Attends meetings, makes presentations and interacts with a variety of groups, organizations and associations.
• Provides conflict or problem resolution in the most sensitive constituent situations.
• Keeps the Chief of Staff informed of the activities of the office.
• Attends events and meetings on behalf of the County Supervisor that may require periodic night and weekend attendance.
• Review meeting agendas for assigned City Council and other special districts before the meetings and attend their meetings on a semi-regular basis and as needed and comment on items as authorized.
• Establish and maintain communication with locally elected officials and/or their staff to ensure smooth functioning between offices.
• Review local publications and web-based communications to assist in identifying issues and events and distribute to the Chief of Staff and Supervisor as warranted.
• Prepare draft talking points in conjunction with the Communications Director for approval for the Supervisor or staff to deliver at community meetings.
• Organize and plan events as directed to include but not limited to annual events, community town halls, etc.

Here are a few reasons you might love this job:

• You will positively impact the lives of east county residents through meaningful and impactful initiatives.
• You will work in a professional, positive environment that encourages new ideas, creativity, and innovation.
• You will be able to work in the community and the office.
• You will work with a collaborative and highly skilled team that is committed to their community.
• You will receive competitive pay and benefits.

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will work in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines.
• Casework frequently involves handling delicate matters and addressing complaints.
• You will need to balance competing priorities.
• Navigating government systems may involve a learning curve.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public relations, business, communications, management, political science, economics, psychology, sociology, social science or closely related field.

Experience: Four (4) years of experience within a public or governmental municipality which involved sensitive public issues and exposure to policy and budget review and interpretation, preferably serving a member of a Board of Supervisors.

License: Possession of a valid driver's license may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.

Substitution for Education: Additional years of qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis for the required education.

Desirable Qualifications:

• History of working with community stakeholders.
• Experience interfacing with government entities.
• Ability to read, interpret, analyze, and articulate policies, laws, and regulations.
• Able to demonstrate good discernment and judgment.
• Demonstrated communications experience including creation of newsletters, social media posts, and press releases.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with east county constituents, organizations, and government entities.
• Proficient at goal setting and follow-through.

Selection Process

1.) Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. This includes submitting a copy of your resume and cover letter for this position.
2.) Application Evaluation: All completed applications received by the final filing date will be reviewed. Each candidate will be evaluated on the relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application.
3.) Interview: Following review of the applications, a select group of the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

This classification is EXEMPT from the merit system and is not subject to the guidelines set forth in the Personnel Management Regulations.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to a hiring interview.

For recruitment specific questions, please contact Angelica Tran at Angelica.Tran@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 7/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$111,435.07 - $135,450.00 Annually