Deputy Chief Administrative

Deputy Chief Administrative Officer/Director

Health and Human Services Agency

County of San Diego, California

Anticipated Hiring Range: $280,000 – $300,000 annually

CPS HR is assisting the County of San Diego in hiring its next Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO), Health and Human Services Agency. As a key member of the County's executive team, the DCAO provides vision, direction, and oversight for HHSA's operations, and serves as a strategic partner to the Chief Administrative Officer and Board of Supervisors. The DCAO will also be tasked with driving innovation, ensuring equitable service delivery, and advancing the County's vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all.

The County of San Diego is one of the nation's largest and most complex counties, serving diverse urban, suburban, rural, and border communities. The Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) is nationally recognized for its highly collaborative model that values its partnerships with nonprofit organizations, healthcare systems, community clinics, and other contracted providers. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, politically astute, and a relationship-driven executive who can successfully lead within an established and highly interconnected health and human services system.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is of $280,000 – $300,000, PLUS an attractive benefits package. Salary will depend on experience and/or education.

For consideration submit your resume, cover letter, six work-related references and their contact information (two supervisors, two direct reports, and two peers), who will not be contacted until final stages.

Open until filled, first review of resumes starts June 15, 2026, and the position closes EOB July 6, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Please contact Erich WonSavage, Principal Executive Recruiter, with any inquiries:

• Email: ewonsavage@cpshr.us
• Tel: 916-471-3115
• Website: www.cpshr.us

Deputy Chief Administrative Officer/Director

Health and Human Services Agency

County of San Diego, California

Anticipated Hiring Range: $280,000 – $300,000 annually

CPS HR is assisting the County of San Diego in hiring its next Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO), Health and Human Services Agency. As a key member of the County's executive team, the DCAO provides vision, direction, and oversight for HHSA's operations, and serves as a strategic partner to the Chief Administrative Officer and Board of Supervisors. The DCAO will also be tasked with driving innovation, ensuring equitable service delivery, and advancing the County's vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all.

The County of San Diego is one of the nation's largest and most complex counties, serving diverse urban, suburban, rural, and border communities. The Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) is nationally recognized for its highly collaborative model that values its partnerships with nonprofit organizations, healthcare systems, community clinics, and other contracted providers. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, politically astute, and a relationship-driven executive who can successfully lead within an established and highly interconnected health and human services system.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is of $280,000 – $300,000, PLUS an attractive benefits package. Salary will depend on experience and/or education.

For consideration submit your resume, cover letter, six work-related references and their contact information (two supervisors, two direct reports, and two peers), who will not be contacted until final stages.

Open until filled, first review of resumes starts June 15, 2026, and the position closes EOB July 6, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Please contact Erich WonSavage, Principal Executive Recruiter, with any inquiries:

• Email: ewonsavage@cpshr.us
• Tel: 916-471-3115
• Website: www.cpshr.us

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