Description

The Placer County Health & Human Services Department (Human Services Division) is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven leader to serve as Deputy Director. Reporting to the Director and/or Assistant Director, this executive will lead the department’s largest division - overseeing 261 funded positions and an annual budget of approximately $61 million - while guiding critical programs that support the well-being and self-sufficiency of our community, including CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Employment Services, CalWORKs, Veterans’ Services, and housing assistance. This is a pivotal opportunity for a seasoned, collaborative leader who thrives in complex environments, brings steadiness and rigor to decision-making, and fosters trust and shared accountability across diverse teams.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator and consensus-builder who values feedback, embeds equity into daily operations, and partners effectively with staff, community members, policymakers, and fellow executives to advance countywide priorities. If you are energized by leading with humility, strengthening organizations through engagement and innovation, and delivering measurable improvements in health, safety, and dignity for residents, we invite you to bring your leadership to this impactful role.

Filing Deadline: March 20th 2026 at 5:00pm

To submit an application, please visit the recruitment page: Job Posting: Deputy Director of Health and Human Services - Placer County

Placer County is an equal opportunity employer.