Director of General Services

Salary : $163,857.00 - $198,267.00 Annually
Location : Oroville, CA
Job Type: Regular Help
Job Number: 2611300089
Department: General Services Department
Opening Date: 04/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Summary
Butte County is seeking a Director of General Services. The Director of General Services is a senior executive leadership role responsible for overseeing a complex, multi-functional department that delivers critical support services across the County. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer and operating under the policy direction of the Board of Supervisors, the Director provides strategic, operational, and administrative leadership to ensure County departments receive high-quality, efficient, and responsive services.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned public-sector executive and collaborative leader with a proven record of directing complex, multi-disciplinary organizations that support countywide operations. This individual brings sound judgment, strategic vision, and operational discipline to the oversight of General Services functions, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective service delivery aligned with the Board of Supervisors' policy direction and the Chief Administrative Officer's administrative leadership.
Resume should reflect years and months of employment, beginning/ending dates as well as size of staff and budgets you have managed.

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FLSA: Exempt

DEFINITION

This position operates under the policy direction from the Board of Supervisors and administrative direction from the Chief Administrative Officer. The General Services Director is an organizational leader capable of overseeing a complex and diverse department; combining good judgment and initiative to deliver superior support functions to other County Departments; performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives administrative direction from the Chief Administrative Officer. Exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of supervision.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a department director classification that oversees and directs all activities of the Department of General Services, including short- and long-term planning as well as development and administration of departmental policies, procedures, and services. This class provides assistance to the County Administrative Officer in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy, County functions and activities, including the role of the Board of Supervisors, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas. Responsibilities include coordinating activities of the department with those of other departments and outside agencies and managing and overseeing the complex and varied functions of the department. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing departmental planning and operational goals and objectives, and for furthering County goals and objectives within general policy guidelines.
Essential Job Functions
Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department; establishes, within County policy, appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department's annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and directs assigned staff; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
• Coordinate the County Energy functions through a collaborative effort with other Departments.
• Oversees all real property asset transactions including fee and less than fee rights for both infrastructure and transportation projects ensuring the completion of appropriate due diligence.
• Directs staff in managing all county Public Projects using the appropriate delivery method for the project and engaging technical experts as needed.
• Makes final interpretations of County regulations and codes regarding the management of public projects and the contracting of goods and services for all Departments and develops long range business plans to centralize appropriate services using a collaborative approach in working with other Departments.
• Develops long range facility maintenance and modification plans and recommends space plans and capital improvement projects to accommodate all County functions.
• May be assigned to other managerial or administrative duties as directed by the Chief Administrative Officer.
• Represents the County and the department in meetings with representatives of governmental agencies, professional and business organizations, employee organizations, and the public.
• Contributes to the overall quality of the department's service by developing, reviewing, and implementing policies and procedures to meet legal requirements and County needs; continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors the distribution of work, support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of changes.
• Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposal for professional services and the advertising and bid processes; negotiates contracts and agreements and administers same after award.
• Monitors developments in legislation related to departmental objectives, evaluates their impact upon County operations, and recommends and implements policy and procedural improvements.
• Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the County Administrative Officer; including presentations to the Board of Supervisors.
• Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of the assigned area of responsibility.
• Administrative principles, practices, and methods including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation, policy and procedure development, quality control, and work standards.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of contracting law, real property management including acquisition, leasing and tenant rights, and commercial construction methods and materials.
• Public agency budget development, contract administration, and County-wide administrative practices related to the functions assigned.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to departmental objectives.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability To:

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
• Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the Department of General Services and the County.
• Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff; delegate authority and responsibility.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of staff and train staff in work procedures.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Work effectively under stress and in urgent situations.
• Comprehend complex contracting, organizational, financial and real property related problems and objectives and develop and execute appropriate plans to the benefit of the County.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective staff reports.
• Effectively represent the department and County in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances and County policies and procedures relevant to work performed.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Bachelor's degree in public administration or business administration or other related field from an accredited college or university; and
Five (5) years of increasing responsible management experience in public administration or other relevant environment with multiple divisions and regulatory compliance components, including three (3) years of staff level experience in contracting, property management or construction management.


Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess a valid US driver's license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver's license following hire date per California DMV regulations.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various County sites; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects up to 30 pounds.
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office and field environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
• Incumbent may be required to visit construction sites that require additional safety considerations.
• Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED

• Equipment utilized includes motor vehicle, personal computer, fax machine, and standard office equipment.

Disaster Service Worker

All Butte County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Appointed Department Head Benefits Summary

THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES

Longevity Pay: 2.5% at 10 years, 2.5% at 15 years, 2.5% at 20 years, for a total 7.5% after 20 years of service.

Cell Phone Allowance:
County issued cell phone or $70/month allowance with appointing authority approval.


Auto Allowance:
$620/month.


Holidays:
13 paid holidays per year.


Vacation:
0-4.99 years: 15 days/yr.; 5-9.99 years: 20 days/yr.; 10-19.99 years: 25 days/yr.; 20+ years: 27 days/yr.


Administrative Leave:
10 days per year.


Sick Leave:
96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.


Bereavement Leave:
Maximum of 40 hours for each occurrence in the immediate family.


Health Plan including Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance:
Coverage under the Butte County Health Plan is for employees and their eligible dependents. Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package, which consists of medical, vision, and dental insurance. Currently, the amount the County contributes for family coverage is $2,372.06/month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in the Butte County Health Plan, the County offers a monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. The current of the taxable Cash-Back allowance is $550.00 per month (prorated for less than fulltime employees).

Appointed Department Head Medical Insurance Plans and Rates

Life Insurance:
The County provides $25,000 in life insurance with additional coverage available at a minimal cost.


Retirement (Non-Safety):
The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.


"Classic Members"- 2% @ 55 . Final compensation based on Single Highest Year. Employee responsible for full 7% employee share effective 1/1/2013.


"New Members" to PERS- 2% @ 62 . Final compensation based on Highest Three Year Average. Employee responsible for one half (1/2) the normal cost of the CalPERS Pension. As of 10/1/13 this rate will be 11.0%
"New Member" is defined by law (PEPRA) as an "1) individual who has never been a member of any public retirement system prior to 1/1/2013 or 2) An individual who becomes a member of a public retirement system for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was previously a member of a public retirement system, but who was not subject to reciprocity. or 3) An individual who was an active member in a public retirement system and who, after a break in service of more than six months, returned to active membership in that system with a new employer


Retirement (Safety):
The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.


"Classic Members"- 2% @ 50 . Final compensation based on Single Highest Year. Employee responsible for full 9% employee share effective 1/1/2013.


"New Members" to PERS- 2.7% @ 57 . Final compensation based on Highest Three Year Average. Employee responsible for one half (1/2) the normal cost of the CalPERS Pension. As of 10/1/13 this rate will be 11.0%
"New Member" is defined by law (PEPRA) as an "1) individual who has never been a members of any public retirement system prior to 1/1/2013 or 2) An individual who becomes a member of a public retirement system for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was previously a member of a public retirement system, but who was not subject to reciprocity. or 3) An individual who was an active member in a public retirement system and who, after a break in service of more than six months, returned to active membership in that system with a new employer


Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program. Deposits into this plan are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees' Deferred Compensation accounts.


Disability Insurance:
For short-term disability, the County participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund. County employees are also covered by an employee-paid long-term disability program. The long-term disability insurance benefit is 60% of the disabled employee's biweekly wage.


Flexible Spending Program:
County employees can elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Program. This program allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for certain health care and/or dependent care expenses. In addition, employees can choose to have their portion of the monthly Health Plan premium withheld from their checks on a pre-tax basis as well. Generally, employees who participate in the Flexible Spending Program have less taxes withheld for their payroll checks than if they had elected not to do so.


Tuition Reimbursement:
Up to $500/year.


Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
The County of Butte provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services.
Refer to specific labor agreements (Appointed Department Head Resolution) for additional benefit information.


BUTTE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Butte County Human Resources Department
3 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965
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