Job Description
DescriptionThe City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG) of San Mateo County is seeking to hire an Executive Director.
The Executive Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer of C/CAG, providing strategic leadership and organizational direction to advance the C/CAG Board of Directors` vision and priorities. Reporting directly to the 21-member Board of Directors, the Executive Director oversees all agency operations, programs, personnel, and financial resources while ensuring C/CAG remains a trusted regional partner and effective advocate for San Mateo County. The Board of Directors seeks a collaborative, visionary, forward-thinking, and politically astute executive who can implement the C/CAG Board of Directors` vision for the agency while effectively directing its programs, priorities, and strategic initiatives. Because the Executive Director serves 20 member cities and County and works closely with numerous regional partners, the successful candidate will possess exceptional political acumen and the ability to navigate complex and often competing interests with diplomacy, credibility, and sound judgment. Those who demonstrate outstanding leadership skills and a proven ability to bring diverse stakeholders together to address complex regional issues will be most competitive.
The salary range for the position is between $310,0000 and $360,000 and will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
For more information, please take a look at this brochure: Executive Director.
If you are interested in this role, you can apply here: City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG) of San Mateo County - Executive Director
Application/Examination
IMPORTANT: Application materials are only accepted via submission to the website listed above. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted.
County of San Mateo Human Resources Department
San Mateo County government protects and enhances the health, safety, welfare, and natural resources of the community, and provides quality services that benefit and enrich the lives of the people of this community.
We are committed to:
- The highest standards of public service
- A common vision of responsiveness
- The highest standards of ethical conduct
- Treating people with respect and dignity
San Mateo County is located in the scenic San Francisco Bay Area. The County’s diverse population has approximately 750,000 residents, growing to over one million in daytime population. San Mateo County provides the benefits of a temperate climate and clean air, with abundant ocean sports and recreational activities. Rural open space areas, as well as metropolitan San Francisco, are within easy reach. San Mateo County government has a budget of $2.4 billion, with a workforce of over 5,400 employees in 22 departments and agencies.
San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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