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Applications will be accepted for this position until Friday, April 17, 2026

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

Written Exam: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Oral Exam: TBA

DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled gardening and turf maintenance duties in the development, maintenance and repair of landscaped areas; and related work as required.

Groundskeeper Gardener I is the entry-level class and Groundskeeper Gardener II is the journey-level class in the series. Incumbents in the Groundskeeper Gardener I class will progressively perform most of the duties required in the Groundskeeper Gardener series but are not expected to function at the same skill level and will usually exercise less independent direction and judgement on matters related to work procedures and
methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established pattern that has been explained before the work is started. Generally, changes in procedures or exceptions are explained in detail as they arise. Under the flexible staffing concept, Groundskeeper Gardener II positions that may become vacant may reasonably be filled at the Groundskeeper Gardener I or Utility Maintenance Worker level for training purposes.

Positions in the Groundskeeper Gardener II class are flexibly staffed and normally filled by advancement from the Groundskeeper Gardener I class, or when filled from the outside, require prior specific experience in gardening and general grounds maintenance. Appointment to this class requires the employee to be performing substantially the full range of gardening and general grounds maintenance duties and to meet the qualification standards for the class. This class requires the ability to work independently exercising
judgement and initiative. Duties will normally require the ability to operate the full range of mechanical equipment related to gardening and general grounds maintenance.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plant, cultivate, water, spray, and propagate plants, hedges, trees, flowers, and lawns and perform grounds maintenance work; operate hand and power machines; aids in keeping greenhouses and other structures in repair and free from plant diseases and pests; maintain equipment, tools, and supplies in proper condition and repair; do general laboring tasks related to grounds and garden maintenance work. Install, maintain, and
operate manual and automatic irrigation systems. Input and retrieve data and work orders from the computer system. May assist in supervising utility workers, temporary employees, court referrals and other subordinates.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: Approved methods of planting, propagating and caring for hedges, ornamental trees, shrubs, lawns, and flowers; gardening materials, tools and equipment, and their use and care; the common plant diseases and insect pests and the approved methods and materials used in controlling and destroying them.

Ability to: Safely use hand and power gardening tools and perform heavy physical labor; follow oral and written directions; follow and abide by the City's Rules and Regulations of the Classified Service. Learn to use the computer system. Maintain an appropriate public service demeanor and positive customer service interactions. Interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Physical capability to: Perform sustained, strenuous manual labor; climb, lift, crawl, stoop and bend to reach work; may work outdoors in temperature extremes and inclement weather.

Experience:

• Groundskeeper Gardener I, entry level: one (1) year, full-time, paid experience in construction, maintenance or other semi-skilled, physical work.
• Groundskeeper Gardener II: two (2) years of full-time experience in gardening and general grounds maintenance work.

Education:

• Groundskeeper Gardener I, entry level: completion of the tenth grade. Graduation from high school or the equivalent is desirable and required to advance to Level II in the classification series.
• Groundskeeper Gardener II: A high school diploma or the equivalent.

License:

• Possession of a valid, Class C California Driver's License.
• Groundskeeper Gardener II: A current Qualified Applicator Certificate is desirable.

THE POSITION

Tri-City Mental Health Authority is currently hiring to fill two (2) full-time vacancies for the position of Clinical Therapist II within the Mobile Crisis Care Program (MCCP). 

Tri-City’s MCCP operates 24/7 to provide crucial support in mobile crises. As such, the schedule will involve a 3/12 shift pattern, consisting of three twelve-hour days per workweek and one alternating eight-hour day every other week. Shifts may include evenings, weekends, daytime hours, and holidays.

The specific shift and schedule will be determined by the supervisor; however, the first one to two months of training will follow a 5-day-per-week, 40-hour-per-week schedule

Examples of shifts are included below:

• Day Shifts: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, or 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Night Shifts: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM, 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM, or 8:00 PM - 4:00 AM

Weekend and night shifts will be entitled to Shift Differential Pay of $2.50 per hour on weekdays (Monday through Friday) and $3.50 per hour on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Holiday shifts will be entitled to Holiday Pay.

Tri-City is looking for individuals to serve as Clinical Therapist II on a full-time basis for the MCCP. The MCCP Clinical Therapist II will be part of a team that provides crisis intervention and stabilization, linkage and referral, consultation, and education within the scope of practice. The MCCP Clinical Therapist II will report to the Mobile Crisis Care Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Program Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Respond to client’s (Full-Service Partnership and Adult and Children’s Outpatient Programs and other specialty mental health services) crisis calls with or without law enforcement;
   

• Perform field-based and telephone emergency mental health evaluations and crisis stabilization in accordance with agency procedure;
   

• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals, groups, and families;
   

• Identify treatment needs and make appropriate referrals for necessary services;
   

• Assist clients and relatives with understanding behavioral health problems and their reaction to them;
   

• Work on a multidisciplinary team for crisis response.

The Menlo Park Police Department demands the highest level of professionalism from its employees. We maintain that employee contact with the public should inspire respect and generate cooperation and approval from the public we serve.

The Menlo Park Police Department strives to provide the best possible police services. For more than 80 years, our department has worked hard every day to protect those who live, work and visit the City of Menlo Park. We achieve this through crime suppression and problem solving, crime analysis and development of crime prevention strategies.

The City of Menlo Park is currently accepting applications from motivated individuals who can meet the challenge of a fast-paced multitasking environment.  Successful Police Recruit candidates will actively participate in the P.O.S.T. (Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training) prescribed police academy training program.  Upon successful completion of the academy program, incumbents of this non-sworn temporary classification may be appointed to the sworn classification of Police Officer.

The City of Newark is seeking an Urban Forest Supervisor for the Public Works Department. The Urban Forest Supervisor leads the City’s forestry and landscape maintenance programs. This role blends strategic planning, technical expertise in tree health, and hands-on project management to ensure a safe and well-maintained urban environment.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Participates in the preparation of the operating budget for the landscape and tree program; participates in the forecasting of additional funds needed for materials and supplies and gathers cost estimates as directed. 
• Provides skilled and technical direction on care, maintenance, disease prevention, and removal of trees; plans inspection and maintenance of all trees in appropriate cycles; assigns priorities and special projects as needed.  
• Inspects work sites before, during and after completion of work to assure that required work is completed in a satisfactory and thorough manner; inspects work sites, equipment and tools for compliance with safety standards; and inspects and approves work done by outside contractors. 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

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

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, and four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in landscape and tree maintenance, including two (2) years of lead responsibility or other qualifying higher level public works maintenance experience.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a Qualified Applicator Certificate issued by the State of California.
• Possession of certificate as a Certified Arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment. 

ABOUT MILL VALLEY

Mill Valley is a full-service city located just 10 miles north of San Francisco, known for its scenic beauty, strong sense of community, and commitment to high-quality public service. Nestled at the base of Mount Tamalpais and surrounded by redwood groves and open space, Mill Valley offers a unique blend of small-town charm and access to world-class natural and cultural amenities.

Home to approximately 14,000 residents within 4.8 square miles, Mill Valley features a vibrant downtown, distinctive neighborhoods, and an engaged, environmentally conscious community. The City takes pride in maintaining its infrastructure, parks, and public spaces to a high standard, contributing to an exceptional quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

Working for the City of Mill Valley provides the opportunity to make a visible and meaningful impact in a community that values public service, sustainability, and stewardship of its natural environment. Employees benefit from a collaborative, team-oriented workplace where innovation, skill-building, and professional growth are encouraged. 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Mill Valley is excited to offer four (4) Seasonal Operations Aide positions, providing one role with multiple pathways to explore public service careers. These positions provide hands on experience supporting essential infrastructure and community services across both the Public Works Department and the Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin, also known as SASM.

Seasonal Operations Aides may be assigned to one of the following teams:

• Public Works – Parks Maintenance Division (2 positions)
• Public Works – Streets & Sewers Division (1 position)
• Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin (SASM) – Maintenance Division (1 position)

This is more than a seasonal job. It is an opportunity to gain real world experience, build practical skills, and explore long term career pathways in public works and utilities. Many of our full time team members began their careers in part time or seasonal roles like this one.

KEEP THE INTERVIEW DATE IN MIND AS YOU APPLY: Thursday, April 23, 2026 (in-person)

DIVISION ASSIGNMENTS AND TYPICAL DUTIES

Parks Maintenance Division with Public Works: Responsibilities may include trash collection, graffiti removal, weed abatement, irrigation repairs, and supervised operation of equipment such as blowers, weed/hedge trimmers, and mowers. Work supports the maintenance of City parks, landscaped areas, trees, and vegetation. 

 

Streets and Sewers Division with Public Works: Responsibilities may include trash collection, graffiti removal, clearing and repairing drainage facilities, street sign repair and replacement, road and curb painting, pothole and asphalt repairs, and related maintenance tasks.

 

Maintenance Division with SASM: Responsibilities may include assisting with maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment and facilities, supporting mechanical repairs, cleaning and preparing work areas, and helping ensure systems operate safely and efficiently. This assignment provides exposure to specialized tools, equipment, and processes used in wastewater treatment operations.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under close supervision, the Seasonal Operations Aide provides entry-level support to an assigned department or division. This temporary role (up to 180 days) offers hands-on experience in operations, assisting staff with tasks such as maintenance, repair, cleaning, construction, and light equipment use. Duties may vary by program area and can include manual labor and tool handling.

Examples of Essential Job Functions (may include but are not limited to):

• Under direction, assist in the maintenance and upkeep of City facilities including but not limited to: parks, fields, SLP’s, streets, buildings, sewers, pools, playgrounds, and others.
• Under direction, assist in the construction or installation of City infrastructure such as curbs, sidewalks, paths, railings, stairs, signs, etc.
• Under direction, prepare and maintain work sites with safety in mind, including proper cordoning, clearance, traffic safety, and the like.
• Prepare and maintain equipment for use; clean and store equipment; shuttle and deliver equipment as directed.
• Perform research and data collection.
• Perform related duties as required.  

Please see the Job Description attached for more detail. 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS 

• Full ownership of complex, high-impact cases: Operate at the journey level handling advanced investigations, enforcement actions, and court-ready cases, with autonomy and minimal supervision. 

• Leadership and growth opportunity: Serve as a subject matter expert by training junior officers, while building deep expertise in municipal codes, legal processes, and cross-department collaboration. 
• Diverse, field-based work with real community impact: Tackle a wide range of issues from zoning and public safety to nuisance abatement and community complaints, directly improving neighborhood quality of life. 

 

DESCRIPTION 

We are seeking a collaborative, service-oriented individual to conduct a variety of code compliance duties with competence and professionalism. The Code Compliance Officer I/II will be responsible for conducting inspections and investigations pertaining to violations of the municipal code provisions in zoning ordinances, sanitary regulations, business license regulations, building standards and nuisance abatement ordinances.  The Code Compliance Officer I/II must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be self-directed, exercise discretion, and excellent judgment. 

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conduct technical field inspections and investigations to determine compliance of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings with zoning ordinances, conditions of zoning variance, special use, and other conditioned permits
• Receive and investigate public concerns; conduct on-site inspections and determine existence and type of code violations
• Prepare cases for court proceedings and legal review, mediation, warrants, etc. in coordination with the City Attorney's Office
• Testify or represent the City as a subject matter expert in court actions, depositions, and proceedings as necessary
• Issue corrective notices, administrative citations, and orders to comply with code violations; interpret and explain municipal codes and ordinances to members of the public, contractors, business owners, and other interested groups
• Input case notes into the Tyler Enterprise Permitting & Licensing system

San Mateo County Health's Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) Division has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Services Manager I -Nursing (CSM I) in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. This position has a leadership component and will be part of the Management leadership team, and report to the Medical Director. This CSM I Nursing Manager will provide clinical supervision, consultation and training to the Community Mental Health nurses who provide services to adult outpatient and field-based teams, throughout the County of San Mateo, BHRS.

The Clinical Services Manager I-Nursing manager will provide clinical supervision for the Community Mental Health nurses, participate in the overall management of division and inter-division nurse issues, train and provide orientation to a dedicated and experienced nursing team, develop clear and consistent policies and procedures for nursing practice at BHRS, for necessary standardization of practice, quality onboarding of new staff, continuous training, oversight of practice, and quality control. The CSM I Nursing will Co-Chair the Infection Control Committee (ICC).

The CSM I Nursing manager direct care role, will provide nursing support to outpatient teams, providing psychiatric assessments, clinical case management services, medication therapy and individual, group and family counseling. They will work with acute hospitals and community resources to coordinate clients' clinical care and recovery services.

This is a full-time 40-hour per week position. This position will have an office located at 2000 Alameda De Las Pulgas, but will travel throughout San Mateo County and out of the county.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• A Master's degree in Psychiatric Nursing.
• A minimum of one-year experience in an outpatient community mental health setting.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with consumers, families, and contract providers.
• Skills and knowledge of principles and practices of supervision which includes development of medical/nursing policies, procedures and protocols.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and evaluate nursing services to ensure quality client care and conform to all prescribed standards.
• Ability to analyze nursing service delivery problems and develop recommendations and consult with executive management to resolve concerns.
• Experience training nursing staff and experience providing clinical supervision
• Knowledge of current psychiatric nursing practice including psychopharmacology and the medical issues associated with serious mental illness.
• Knowledge of the behavioral health needs of adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge of the principles of psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery.
• Experience in providing individual and group skill-based psychoeducation.
• Experience in the geriatric population and experience in collaborating with older adult services providers in the community.
• Great organization skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work as a team member.
• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team as a direct service provider.
• Bilingual Spanish skills preferred.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Co-lead the BHRS Infection Control Committee.
• Manage and provide practical support for the Medication Rooms located in clinical areas.
• Support laboratory resources for the clinical areas through contract management, staff scheduling and coordination of resources.
• Provide supervision to nursing staff.
• In collaboration with Medical Director and other BHRS Leadership will monitor adherence to medical/nursing policies, procedures and protocols and develop nursing policies, procedures and protocols as needed.
• Respond to client grievances, critical incident reports, and personnel matters.
• Set standards for high quality nursing practice at BHRS and lead continuous improvement efforts.
• Recruit, hire, provide orientation, training and supervision to Community Mental Health Nurses providing services in outpatient/field-based settings.
• Work in collaboration with the administrative supervisors of the clinical teams in which the nurses are embedded to ensure appropriate coverage and client care.
• Provide direct clinical care to clients with Serious Mental Illness when needed for coverage of clinical areas including administration of psychiatric injectable medications at outpatient clinics, client’s homes or other community settings in or outside of the county.
• In collaboration with Psychiatry provide and support monitoring of anti-psychotic medications including clozapine) monitoring lab values, addressing critical results as needed, lead group medication appointments, and leading BHRS Performance Improvement Plans to ensure quality of care and health equity meeting measurement-based goals.
• Conduct psychiatric nursing admission assessments, develop care of plans with clients, and provide psychoeducation to clients with Serious Mental Illness and their families
• Participate/lead case conferences, complex case conferences and provide care coordination and collaboration with all members of the client’s treatment team, including partners in primary care, specialty care, private providers, Health Plan of San Mateo and Community based organizations (CBOs).
• Provide case management, linkage and referrals to programs and services to meet the client’s housing, financial and other psychosocial needs.
• Coordinate and participate in training, staff development, and professional growth activities.
• Observe, record, and report clinically significant changes in the client's condition.
• May travel to clients’ homes, board and care facilities and other community locations in and out of San Mateo County to provide clinical care as needed for coverage.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:
Possession of a valid California license as a Registered Nurse (R.N.).

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is;

• Three years of professional nursing experience in an accredited hospital or clinic, of which at least one year included responsible supervisory experience, unless otherwise specified below in the additional qualifications.

Knowledge of:

• Nurse Practice Act.
• Principles and practices of nursing and clinical systems, including safety and infection control practices.
• Principles and practices of community health care including current trends in research, treatment, prevention, education and related services.
• Principles and practices of program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Principles of budget preparation and monitoring.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.
• State and other regulatory requirements for assigned unit or program.
• Emergency Medical Services Act (EMS), relevant EMS regulations and functions, and public safety/law enforcement organizations, if assigned to EMS.
• Principles and practices of public health, public health nursing, epidemiology, communicable disease control and prevention, emergency preparedness response and environmental health, if assigned to disease control and prevention and public health nursing programs.
• Non-profit public/private entities, community/faith-based organizations and related state and federal agencies, as well target population for assigned program, if assigned to public health nursing programs.
• Treatment and intervention practices for acute psychiatric population, if assigned to psychiatric nursing.
• Third-party reimbursement systems, revenue streams, and other principles relevant to the financial management of operating rooms, if assigned to perioperative nursing.

Skill/Ability to:

• Organize, direct, coordinate and evaluate nursing services that ensure quality patient care and conform to all prescribed standards.
• Work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations, including private medical providers.
• Analyze service delivery problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate action to resolve them.
• Develop, evaluate and maintain accurate records; prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures and contracts.
• Communicate effectively with administrative, medical, professional, clinical and citizen groups.
• Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff, as appropriate.
• Conduct field public health investigations; administer immunizations, TB skin tests, and chemoprophylaxis; and perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic specimen, if assigned to disease control and prevention and public health nursing programs.
• Maintain medical stability of acute and chronic conditions in a 24/7, non-medical setting, if assigned to correctional health nursing.
• Lead multi-disciplinary patient care conferences, if assigned to psychiatric nursing.
• Provide unit management and support during evening, off hours and weekends, if assigned to administration and designated as nursing supervisor.
• Surgical scheduling systems, if assigned to medical-surgical nursing.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Monday, March 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM
APPLICATION SCREENING: April 6, 2026
COMBINED PANEL/DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEWS: April 20, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

Analyst: Carolyn Burns (031626) (Clinical Services Manager I - Nursing - D144)

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is seeking a Traffic and Lighting Technician

 

The Department

The Public Works Department is comprised of the Engineering and Facilities Services Division (EFSD) and the Environmental Services Division (ESD). Each division is led by a Deputy Director reporting to the Director of Public Works. The department is responsible for the City’s major capital projects and infrastructure including streets, street lights, traffic signals, sewer and storm conveyance systems, wastewater treatment plant, pump stations, a major lagoon, and dams and levees. A key player on this team is the Traffic and Lighting Technician. You would be joining over 500 people whose mission is to serve the San Mateo community with a collaborative, innovative and professional spirit.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

The Position

The Traffic and Lighting Technician performs skilled electrical and mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of traffic control signage, traffic signal equipment, and street lights; and guides the work of and trains other maintenance personnel, and performs related work as required.  Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Guide and participate in the work of other maintenance personnel.  Ability to set-up work zone safety and prepare traffic control work plans.
• Inspect, install, remove, and repair signal controls and auxiliary equipment such as light standards, control boxes, light fixtures, lamps, and circuitry; diagnose malfunctions; adjust and replace electronic and mechanical components.
• Inspect, install, remove and repair street lights and auxiliary equipment.
• Repair, replace or modify electric and electronic components, controllers, relays, switches, fuses, timers and other parts; design and construct special test equipment for shop testing of electronic components.
• Investigate complaints and reports of signal and traffic light malfunctions; adjust, repair or remove defective equipment; make field repairs of damaged equipment.
• Identify, locate and indicate with appropriate identification markers underground utilities (USA); respond to USA work orders within regulatory requirements; and document services accordingly.
• Be available for standby assignments in accordance with Department policies and procedures.
• Assist in the design of electrical circuits and systems for street lighting and traffic signals.
• Inspect the work of contractors during the course of construction and upon completion.
• Monitor traffic control computer and make adjustments as necessary.

The Traffic and Lighting Technician receives general direction from the Field Maintenance Manager and direct supervision from a Public Works Supervisor or higher level department staff and may exercise technical or functional direction over and provide work review to a Traffic Safety Worker or Maintenance Worker I/II.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Home/Index/86

Hybrid Schedule Available - This position requires full-time, onsite work for the first 60 days.  Hybrid eligibility begins thereafter.

THE POSITION

Under general direction of the Executive Director, the Strategic Initiatives Director plans, develops, and leads high-priority organizational initiatives that advance Tri-City’s strategic goals and system transformation efforts. The position is responsible for designing and implementing complex, cross-departmental projects that expand services, strengthen community partnerships, and secure sustainable funding opportunities. The Strategic Initiatives Director works closely with executive leadership, internal divisions, and external partners to advance initiatives related to FFP/Medi-Cal, the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA), and social service program development while ensuring alignment with the agency’s long-term vision. Performs related duties as assigned.

This position will perform the following essential duties, including but not limited to:

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and executive leadership team to develop and execute organizational strategic initiatives aligned with Tri-City’s mission and Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) and broader social services priorities.
   

• Lead cross-departmental efforts to design, launch, and implement new programs, projects, and community partnerships that advance organizational goals.
   

• Monitor, evaluate, and report on outcomes of strategic initiatives to ensure effectiveness, accountability, and mission alignment.
   

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, healthcare systems, community-based organizations, and funding partners to strengthen collaboration and expand service capacity.
   

• Represent Tri-City in regional and statewide initiatives focused on behavioral health system transformation while identifying opportunities that enhance service delivery and funding.
   

• Lead the research, development, and design of innovative behavioral health and inclusive supportive services programs.
   

• Monitor emerging trends, legislation, and funding opportunities, providing policy analysis and strategic recommendations to the Executive Team and Governing Board.
   

• Partner with Executive Administration, Finance, and Program teams to pursue and manage grants, contracts, and public-private partnerships that support strategic initiatives.
   

• Develop business plans and sustainability models for major initiatives and assist in planning and implementation of capital projects, including housing development.
   

• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the Executive Team and Governing Board in advancing Tri-City’s long-term vision and priorities.
   

• Lead cross-functional teams and task forces to deliver complex projects while mentoring and supporting staff engaged in strategic initiatives.

 

This position does not currently include direct supervisory responsibilities; however, there is potential for supervision of staff as strategic initiatives and programs expand in the future.