Regional Manager - Desert District Operations

Salary : $96,366.40 - $137,425.60 Annually
Location : Joshua Tree, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-40025SD-01
Department: Special Districts
Opening Date: 04/25/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


The Job
FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION APPLY BY MAY 22, 2026

The San Bernardino County Special Districts Department is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as Regional Manager - Desert Districts Operations* , overseeing operations, public facilities, and infrastructure services across multiple Special District service areas, including CSA 20 (Joshua Tree), CSA 29 (Lucerne Valley), and the County's Television Districts. This role provides an exciting opportunity to support essential services and enhance quality of life for residents across diverse desert communities.

Under general administrative direction, the Regional Manager is responsible for the overall management of district operations, including community facilities, parks and recreation assets, cemetery coordination where applicable, and television translator infrastructure. The position also oversees contract administration, budget development, capital improvement planning, vendor performance, public engagement, and staff supervision.

Serving as the primary operational lead, the Regional Manager ensures reliable service delivery, regulatory compliance, and sound fiscal management while maintaining a strong focus on responsiveness to community needs. This role requires independent judgment, adaptability, and a commitment to providing high-quality, efficient services across geographically dispersed service areas.

For more detailed information, refer to the Rjob description.


DISTRICT OVERVIEW

CSA 20 - Joshua Tree

CSA 20 provides district services within Joshua Tree, including park and recreation services, street lighting, and community facility operations. Through historical district consolidation, CSA 20 also serves as the successor agency for previously dissolved local districts and supports continued service delivery and capital planning for community assets.

CSA 29 - Lucerne Valley

CSA 29 provides district services within Lucerne Valley, including park and recreation facilities, cemetery services, and television-related services. The district's powers were expanded to consolidate multiple community service functions and improve local service coordination.

Television Districts

The Television Districts provide television translator station facilities and services to multiple desert communities, including Morongo Valley, Lucerne Valley, Landers, Flamingo Heights, Wonder Valley, and other high desert areas.
These districts include County-owned tower infrastructure, translator equipment, contracted service providers, and tax-supported improvement zones established specifically to deliver reliable television access where private service options are limited.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

District Operations & Infrastructure Management

• Oversee daily operations across CSA 20, CSA 29, and Television Districts, including staff, facilities, parks, and infrastructure
• Manage maintenance, repairs, inspections, and capital improvement needs for district assets
• Supervise television translator facilities, towers, and related operational systems

Television District Operations

• Ensure continuity and performance of TV translator services across assigned areas
• Manage vendor contracts, maintenance services, and infrastructure planning for tower systems
• Coordinate outage response, monitor service quality, and address community concerns

Budget, Assessments & Financial Oversight

• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets for multiple districts
• Monitor assessments, expenditures, reserves, and contract performance
• Provide fiscal planning, funding strategies, and long-term sustainability recommendations

Capital Planning & Projects

• Lead long-range planning for facilities, parks, lighting, and infrastructure improvements
• Oversee project delivery including design, procurement, and construction
• Manage consultants, vendors, and modernization or deferred maintenance efforts

Community & Board Engagement

• Represent districts at community meetings and support Board-related discussions
• Respond to public inquiries, service requests, and operational concerns
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership

Staff Leadership

• Supervise and support field and administrative staff across district operations
• Provide performance management, training, and professional development
• Promote strong customer service, accountability, and operational standards

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

• Make a lasting community impact: Deliver essential services that directly support the safety, connectivity, and quality of life in desert communities
• Oversee a diverse and critical portfolio: Manage parks, facilities, infrastructure systems, and television translator services across multiple districts
• Ensure long-term sustainability: Lead capital planning, infrastructure improvements, and modernization of aging district assets
• Strengthen community trust and engagement: Serve as a key point of contact for residents, addressing concerns and maintaining responsive service delivery
• Provide strategic leadership: Guide budgets, operations, and staff to ensure efficient, reliable, and high-quality public services

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific Benefits refer to:
Memoranda of Understanding MOU

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

Education:
A Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Facilities Management, Recreation Administration, or a closely related field.
Experience:
Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in youth sports/recreation, municipal services, special districts, public infrastructure, facilities operations, public works, parks, or related government operations, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or management capacity.
A combination of relevant education, experience, and training that provides the necessary knowledge and skills may be considered.

Desired Qualifications
CORE COMPETENCIES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal Regional Manager brings strong leadership, operational knowledge, and a commitment to delivering high-quality public services across diverse communities. Key competencies include:

• Operational & Infrastructure Management: Experience overseeing municipal services, public works, facilities, parks, or special district operations.
• Strategic Leadership: Ability to provide clear direction, set priorities, and guide teams toward achieving organizational and service goals.
• Financial & Program Oversight: Strong understanding of budgeting, capital planning, contract management, and program administration.
• Community Engagement & Communication: Skilled in working with residents, stakeholders, and governing bodies while effectively representing the District.
• Staff Leadership & Development: Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff while fostering accountability and collaboration.
• Problem Solving & Decision-Making: Strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve operational challenges and make sound, timely decisions.

Selection Process
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

Priority Application Review: Applications received by Friday, May 22, 2026 will be included in the first review. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis thereafter until the position is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as this recruitment may close at any time.


Selection Process: The selection process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application and responses to the supplemental questions. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the


For more important details, review the links below:

Guide to Completing a County Job Application

Applicant Information and the County Employment Process
Exempt Unit-Group D
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.


Please review the appropriate * for more information


Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit the for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT
Instructions: The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position. It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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PUBLIC SECTOR EXPERIENCE: Describe your specific experience related to the provision of Public Services and indicate the level of involvement you had in the delivery of services. If no experience, indicate "N/A".
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PROJECT/OPERATING BUDGETS: Describe your experience with preparing project or operating budgets and include information regarding any fiscal management responsibility. If no experience, indicate "N/A".
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MUNICIPAL MEETINGS: Describe your experience related to conducting or participating in municipal (community) meetings. If no experience, indicate "N/A".
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS: Describe your experience and indicate the level of involvement in planning capital improvement projects. If no experience, indicate "N/A".
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SPECIAL TAXES/FEES: Describe your experience related to special taxes, parcel assessments, service charges, and/or fees for service. If no experience, indicate "N/A".
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human Resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

• I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

• I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

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