Special Assistant to the CEO
Ventura County
Date Posted:
April 29, 2024
Salary:
$132,948.56 – $186,146.24 Annually, plus Benefits
Description:
The Special Assistant to the CEO (payroll title: Special Assistant) is an “AT-WILL” classification and is exempt from the “Civil Service Ordinance.” THE POSITION: Under the direction of the County Executive Officer (CEO), the Special Assistant is responsible for carrying out difficult and highly complex, specialized assignments and serves as a consultant and advisor that has substantial impact on Countywide operations, programs, and projects. Assignments involve analyzing and evaluating Countywide operations and programs which require skill in project management, statistical analysis and evaluation, and the ability to establish and maintain liaisons with state, local, or federal government agencies and private sector companies. It also requires the ability to work independently and under pressure, be sensitive to confidential matters, be highly professional, and have tact and diplomacy.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education and experience which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. This may be demonstrated by possession of an educational and employment background with considerable experience in a major public sector department or a related field supporting an executive-level individual which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge and abilities. The required knowledge and abilities also can be obtained by: • Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a related field, AND • Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional-level experience in administrative analysis, project management, report writing or financial analysis including two (2) years of experience in a management capacity. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: • Sensitivity to confidential matters, a high level of professionalism, tact and diplomacy are paramount. • Must be capable of “managing up” to ensure deadlines are met and priorities kept.
How to Apply:
To apply for this exceptional career opportunity, please send a resume and a cover letter which illustrates the following: • Your professional public sector experience. Include details related to: o Supporting or directly managing programs or services for a local, state, or federal government agency o Project management including developing, implementing, and applying measures o Financial or statistical analysis o Completing complex reports and making recommendations based on thorough analysis o Experience collaborating with diverse levels of an organization and developing professional relationships with external stakeholders Submit in one of the following ways: • E-mail to: Lorin.Calderon@ventura.org; • Submit an on-line application and attachments (resume and cover letter) at www.ventura.org/jobs. RESUME EVALUATION: The first review of resumes is anticipated to be May 14, 2024. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all. CONTACT INFORMATION: For further information, please contact Lorin Calderon by telephone at (805) 654-2959.
Filing Deadline:
Open until filled