ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - LIMITED TERM

Salary : $79,248.00 - $101,171.20 Annually
Location : San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Hourly
Job Number: 0526PM-300830-01
Department: Health Agency
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


About the Position
The Behavioral Health - Justice Services Division is seeking a Limited Term Administrative Officer. This position requires an experienced leader with a strong work ethic who is committed to providing superior public service to the citizens of San Luis Obispo County. The County employs approximately 3,000 full-time positions and has a current annual budget of approximately $1 billion.

This position supports the Justice Services Division Manager in overseeing countywide operations. A key focus of the role is helping departments enhance operational efficiency and align their strategic plans with Justice Services Division. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen and the ability to think strategically and proactively. Success in this role requires a forward-thinking mindset and the ability to cultivate innovative partnerships across public and private sectors.


This recruitment is to fill a Limited Term, full-time position. Employees in limited term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent full-time employees, therefore they will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. The sunset date for this position is June 30, 2029
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The Ideal Candidate
Employment Standards

Knowledge of:

• Modern office practices and procedures
• Basic practices of administrative, financial, and human resources activities
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Recordkeeping, report preparation, and filing methods
• Project management and evaluation
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Principles, practices, and procedures of supervision, leadership, evaluation, mentoring, training, team dynamics, and team building
• Uses of automated systems and data management techniques to support administrative and fiscal functions

Education and Experience
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business or public administration, accounting, or a closely related field. In addition, two years of experience as an Administrative Services Coordinator or other progressively responsible paraprofessional experience in human resources, finance or accounting, or other administrative functions.

How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. Your attached resume will not substitute for the completion of the application. Please complete all required fields and supplemental questions.

Be advised that while use of AI is common practice, we want to see your individual style and critical thinking skills in your answers to the supplemental questions.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.


If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at


This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
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Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
Make a Difference
Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.
Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.


In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail .

For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link) .

Some benefits include:
- Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
- Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
- Free visits to the employee health clinic
- Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
- Optional deferred compensation plan with up to $500 per year match (depending on bargaining unit)
- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Paid personal, sick and vacation days
- 12 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education and Wellness Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan
- Family Friendly workplace policies
- Flexible work schedule options
- Rideshare commuter benefits
- Pet Insurance
The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.


Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.


To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria),


Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.


Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:


- Emotional Intelligence
- Supervisor/Manager academies
- Microsoft Suite courses
- Defensive Driving
- Financial management
- Retirement preparedness
- Teambuilding
- Written Communication
- Conflict Management
- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
- Job specific conferences/trainings


Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.


Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by to get a loan for the down payment.
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In order to qualify for this position, you must possess a combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. An example of qualifying education and experience includes: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business or public administration, accounting, or a closely related field. In addition, two years of experience as an Administrative Services Coordinator or other progressively responsible paraprofessional experience in human resources, finance or accounting, or other administrative functions. Please select the option that best describes you:

• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business or public administration, accounting, or a closely related field. In addition, two years of experience as an Administrative Services Coordinator or other progressively responsible paraprofessional experience in human resources, finance or accounting, or other administrative functions.
• Six or more years of experience as an Administrative Services Coordinator or other progressively responsible paraprofessional experience in human resources, finance or accounting, or other administrative functions.
• None of the above

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Please explain how your experience is similar to that of an Administrative Services Coordinator or other progressively responsible paraprofessional experience in human resources, finance or accounting, or other administrative functions.
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Why are you interested in this opportunity with the Department of Behavioral Health?
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