Children and Families Commission Assistant Director (Contract)

First 5 San Bernardino offers an exciting career opportunity for qualified individuals as a Children and Families Commission Assistant Director (Contract). This position will be responsible for overseeing the entire Administrative and managerial functions of the commission under the general direction of the Executive Director.

Under direction of the Children and Families Commission - First 5 San Bernardino this position will perform a broad range of duties, including but not limited to, the following:

• Assist the Executive Director in formulating department policy and procedures, in determining and controlling priorities and advocacy, and in developing and maintaining funding sources. Provide consultation and interpretation of these policies and procedures to subordinate staff.
• Negotiate, administer, and provide oversight of major consultant contracts and their complete scope of work; direct and provide for the coordination and communication of information and strategic objectives through the Commission, Advisory Committee, County Departments, schools, nonprofit organizations and others.
• Prepare and/or oversee all Commission Board agenda items for the department; represent the department before the Board of Supervisors, as necessary.
• Assist in the preparation, justification, and monitoring of the department budget; determine staffing, space, and other department needs; recommend and implement plans to ensure needs are met; monitor and control expenditure of funds; help resolve budget issues; recommend and oversee budget adjustments.
• Manage activities relating to evaluation of program effectiveness and impact; manage internal and external resources performing evaluation functions; ascertain and promote best practices; analyze results and impact of services provided in relation to identified indicators; provide and implement enhancements to increase overall quality of services; provide technical assistance on evaluation issues.
• Manage the development and implementation of strategic and supporting plans for programs services; review program related actions occurring on state and local levels; oversee analysis and interpretation of applicable legislation and regulations and determine impact.
• Direct comprehensive research, analytical studies, and special projects; prepare written and oral reports on performance and results; ensure timely distribution of information to other management and Commissions.
• Represent the First 5 Commission at community events, conferences, and professional organizations.
• Serve in an acting capacity and assume the duties and responsibilities of the Executive Director during their absence.

NOTE: The Children and Families Commission (First 5) are separate entities from San Bernardino County, and as such, compensation and benefits for their positions are set forth in a different compensation plan (Contract). Contracts are typically renewed for the first three (3) years and then on an annual basis.

This is a contract position and serves at the pleasure of the Children and Families Commission and the Appointing Authority.

The benefits for this position align with those provided to the Exempt group C under the Exempt ordinance for San Bernardino County.

NOTE: This is a contract position for the San Bernardino County First 5 Department. Incumbents will not attain status as County employees. The current vacancy will be approximately three years in duration with the possibility to extend the contract up to a maximum of three additional years (per the terms of the contract).

Minimum Requirements

Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, child development, social science, or a related field.

AND

Experience: Two (2) years professional level experience in a County, State, or Federal social services agency which includes responsibility for interpreting/enforcing relevant laws, rules and regulations; responsibility for program planning and development, personnel administration, operations, and budget/fiscal administration. The two years of qualifying experience must also include lead or supervisory experience in a County, State, or Federal social services agency.

Applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience commensurate with the responsibilities of the position may be considered.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and management experience, along with experience identifying and advocating for funding streams and integrating services. Experience working within a governmental First 5 department is also highly desirable.

Apply by October 16, 2026!