Deputy Director of Behavioral Health (Fiscal/Administration)

Salary : $126,048.00 AnnuallyLocation : 10877 Conductor Blvd Sutter Creek, CAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 26-00011Department: Behavioral HealthOpening Date: 04/10/2026Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Exempt Definition and Distinguishing CharacteristicsDEFINITIONUnder minimal direction, to perform managerial duties associated with the fiscal and administrative aspects of the Behavioral Health Department; overall responsibility for several major, complex, specialized fiscal and statistical functions pertaining to the budget and claiming plans for the Department, including cost accounting and grant program administration. Performs a variety of difficult, complex and specialized administrative, research, and reporting functions. Negotiates and monitors all contracts. Has responsibility for evaluation and implementation of Department fiscal policies and for compiling the associated budgets. Acts as liaison in development of partnerships with community groups and County departments. Has responsibility for supervising and evaluating the work of staff who are assigned tasks across the entire range of administrative relative to the coordination of GSA services, analytical, fiscal, budgeting and accounting services for the Department; and performs related duties as assigned.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is the highest level in the class series for positions that supervise, oversee and perform a variety of financial, administrative, staff and office management functions relative to the coordination of services for the department. Incumbents report directly to the Director of Behavioral Health with a wide variety of assignments and responsibilities. Successful performance requires detailed and specialized knowledge of the operations and policies of the department. This level is distinguished from other levels by the breadth and scope of responsibilities. The incumbent supervises regular, full-time and/or part-time employees or contract staff; and performs related duties as assigned.REPORTS TODirector of Behavioral Health.CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISEDFiscal, Administrative, and other support staff within the department structure. Examples of DutiesThe following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Serves as primary administrative and staff support manager for the Director. Responsibility for coordination of administrative and staff services functions.Performs a wide variety of specialized fiscal management, and administrative assignments.Oversees the administration and coordination of the preparation of a variety of State and Federal reports, claims and cost accounting documents. Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates assigned staff.Establishes work schedules and priorities.Performs public relations assignments including responsibility for coordination within the Department and with other departments and agencies.Provides comprehensive information about policies, programs, functions and procedures. Develops, administers and oversees budgets for the Department and represents during the budget hearing process.Oversees the preparation and submission of activity reports and reports required by other agencies, payroll documents and records, purchasing for the Department, information retrieval systems, and a wide variety of fiscal and budget control journals, documents and reports. Gathers, organized and summarizes a wide variety of data and information and coordinates these within the Department.Evaluates and implements the Department's fiscal policies and procedures including oversight of accounts receivable from all Department's income sources. Performs special projects, prepares reports, correspondence, informational material and documents.Coordinates and provides oversight for the preparation, submission and administration of grants. Generates computer reports.Operates office equipment.Performs related duties as assigned. Essential QualificationsKnowledge of:County policies, rules and regulations.Operations, rules and procedures of the Department where assigned.Budget development, control and administrative oversight.Public and community relations.Grant development, administration and monitoring.Administrative analysis and oversight skills.Office management methods and procedures.Purchasing and procurement methods and procedures.Accounting and statistical recordkeeping and analysis.Personal computers/applications related to administrative support work.Principles of supervision, training, coordination, administration and evaluation.Research and reporting techniques.Ability to:Perform a wide variety of complex administrative functions for the Department.Supervise, train and evaluate the work of assigned staff.Interpret, analyze, apply and oversee the application of a variety of County and Department policies, rules and regulations.Work with considerable initiative and independence while exercising good judgment in recognizing scope of authority and responsibility.Gather, organize, analyze, monitor and present a variety of data and information.Prepare clear, concise and accurate records and reports.Prepare promotional and informational materials.Use a personal computer and appropriate software for word-processing, recordkeeping and administrative functions.Effectively represent the County and the Department by answering questions, responding to inquiries, making presentations, providing assistance and dealing with concerns from the public, community organizations, other departments and agencies.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and provide leadership for fiscal and administrative staff within the Department structure.TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move object weighing up to 25 pounds; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and FAX.TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONSWork is usually performed in an office environment; continuous contact with staff and the public.Training and ExperienceAny combination of training which would likely provide the required knowledge and experience is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: EducationEquivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in public or business administration, accounting, economics, social or behavioral sciences, or a closely related field preferred.ExperienceAt least five (5) years of responsible experience performing a variety of financial, administrative, staff and office management functions, including substantial experience in a public contact position with at least two (2) years in a management position.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSPossession of a valid California Driver's License issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.To apply, please visit: will only be accepted through the above website**Amador County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status.***All Amador County Employees are Disaster Service Workers***Amador County provides a comprehensive benefits program to support our employees.Benefits include:Medical -Blue Shield PPODental- Delta Dental Basic with option to upgradeVision- VSP Basic with option to upgradeFlexible Spending Accounts - FSAEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Basic Life Insurance- County provided $12,000 policyCalPERS RetirementDeferred Compensation (457) PlansSupplemental Life InsurancePaid HolidaysVacation and sick leave accrualsTo learn more about the benefits offered, please visit our website located here

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