The County of Santa Barbara is one of the most desirable places in the world to live and work. The County is a mix of urban, suburban, and rural landscapes located on a 122-mile stretch of California’s pristine and breathtaking central coastline with a strong economic base in tourism, agriculture/wine, healthcare, technology and a variety of other industries. Santa Barbara County government is a complex, high-performing organization of approximately 4,440 employees in 23 departments that operate in a dynamic fiscal, political, and community environment. The County organization has a strong foundational system, experienced department leadership, and a highly engaged Board of Supervisors.
The County is seekingup to 2 Assistant County Executive Officersto serve as a results-oriented confidant, advisor, collaborator, problem solver, and project manager, helping execute the goals and objectives of the executive office and Board of Supervisors. The Assistant County Executive Officer will directly supervise department directors and other executive managers and staff. The ideal Assistant County Executive Officer is a seasoned leader who addresses countywide challenges, advances critical initiatives, and ensures the successful delivery of services within the organization and to the public.
