PROGRAM SPECIALIST

YUBA COUNTY, CA
Marysville, California 95901 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 02, 2026
  • Salary: $72,924.00 - $80,220.00 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Project Management
  • Job Description

    Job Summary

    Ideal candidate:
    • Experienced health and human services professional with strong program coordination and leadership skills
    • Ability to plan, organize, and support staff in delivering effective public service programs
    • Skilled in managing complex analytical, operational, and administrative activities
    • Knowledge of policy and procedure development, implementation, and program compliance
    • Strong understanding of health and human services programs, regulations, and community resources
    • Ability to analyze data, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend process improvements
    • Effective collaborator with experience serving as a liaison between agencies, stakeholders, and community organizations
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive partnerships
    • Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
    • Capable of working independently while exercising sound judgment and problem-solving skills
    • Committed to delivering responsive, equitable, and community-focused services
    • Proficient in preparing reports, presentations, and program documentation accurately and efficiently


    Examples of Duties

    Click HERE for the Class Specifications

    Qualifications

    The minimum and preferred requirements are listed below.While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

    Education and Experience:
    MINIMUM: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in business or public administration, behavioral or social science or related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience performing administrative, budgetary, policy, or legislative analysis in one or more County health or human services program(s) which has included one (1) year in a lead capacity. Relevant analytical experience may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required education on a year-for-year basis.
    PREFERRED:In addition to the minimum, additional years of experience as defined above in a supervisory capacity.
    Licenses and Certification:
    • The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.

    Special Requirements:
    • Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire.
    • Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.


    This position is represented by the Yuba County Employees' Association (YCEA).

    For a comprehensive listing of benefits associated with this position please click here.

    Closing Date/Time: 6/15/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • County of Yuba
    • County of Yuba

    Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

     The Organization:

    The County of Yuba has 900 allocated positions and a total FY 19/20 budget of $203 million. It has a proud tradition of being a stable local government bolstered by five members of the Board of Supervisors who are elected for four year terms on an alternating basis. Each Supervisor represents an election district. Members of the Board of Supervisors serve as the legislative and executive body for Yuba County and provide policy direction for all branches of County government.

    Statement of Commitment:

    We are dedicated to providing responsive, innovative and sustainable services that enhance the quality of life and uphold the public trust and interest.

     

     

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