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Chief Financial Officer, Health Services

The Department of Health Services seeks an experienced and collaborative Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial operations and strategy for the department!

Starting salary up to $124.57/hour ($259,992/year) and a competitive total compensation package!

About the Position

The Department of Health Services is seeking an experienced, collaborative leader to serve as the next Chief Financial Officer. Reporting directly to the Director of Health Services, the Chief Financial Officer is part of the department's executive leadership team and oversees financial operations and strategy for the department. The position will have the opportunity to be an innovative leader who will advance the department and its fiscal operations. Under the direction of the Director of Health Services, this executive-level role helps guide the planning, organization, and oversight of the department's budget of $545.9M and fiscal operations.

As a key member of the department's senior leadership team, the Chief Financial Officer manages major departmental initiatives, leads budget development and fiscal oversight, and helps secure and administer grant funding to enhance community health programs. Acting on behalf of the Director when needed, this role serves as a primary liaison with state, federal, and local partners and represents the department in public forums and community engagements.

The Chief Financial Officer will be joining the department at a pivotal and exciting time. They will have the support of the department and executive leadership teams and the opportunity to create positive change, make a significant impact on the department's financial operations, and be a part of the department's mission to protect and promote the health and well-being of Sonoma County's community.

As the ideal candidate to join our team, you will possess many of the following key traits and aptitudes:

• Experience managing dynamic and complex financial systems for health or human services organizations at the county or state level
• Skills in developing and implementing departmental goals, policies, and initiatives with a long-term vision
• Subject matter expertise in government finance and health or human services, including knowledge of federal claiming, Medi-Cal billing, and behavioral health system billing
• The ability to create meaningful change for their team, stakeholders, and community within changing environments
• The ability to represent the department before governing bodies, agencies, and the community
• Experience being a collaborative manager and mentor who fosters teamwork, coordination, and a positive work environment and culture to motivate teams
• An understanding of interpreting and aligning departmental actions with Board and County priorities
• A data-informed skillset in program evaluation, research methods, and performance measurement
• Experience as a public relations advocate capable of building community trust and articulating department initiatives effectively
• A passion for providing ethical and accountable leadership committed to transparency, responsible use of public resources, and equitable service delivery

About the Department of Health Services (DHS)

The Sonoma County Department of Health Services is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the community's health and well-being. With over 700 staff members and numerous community partners, the department offers a broad range of programs and services to promote and sustain health for individuals, families, and communities, supported by an adopted budget of approximately $545.9 million for FY 2025-26, with departmental operating expenditures totaling $346.9 million. The department's mission is to promote, protect, and ensure access to services supporting health, recovery, and well-being for all residents, guided by core values of equity, collaboration, and excellence.

Divisions:

• Executive Management & Administration: Provides leadership and administrative support, including compliance, finance, health policy planning and equity, legislative policy, health data and epidemiology, human resources, IT, and privacy and security.
• Behavioral Health: Offers mental health and substance use disorder services for all age groups, including those with Medi-Cal and the uninsured, directly and through community partnerships.
• Homelessness Services: Offers homelessness services, including care and outreach services to sheltered and unsheltered individuals experiencing homelessness, and staff support to the Homeless Coalition (Continuum of Care) Board.
• Public Health: Protects and promotes health through direct services and policy changes. Programs include Environmental Health and Safety, Family Health, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Disease Control and Surveillance, Healthy Communities, Public Health Preparedness, Animal Services, the Regional Public Health Laboratory, and the Coastal Valleys Emergency Medical Services Agency.

The County of Sonoma - Work to Make a Difference in your Community

Sonoma County, located just 30 miles north of San Francisco in the heart of California's Wine Country, encompasses over 1,600 square miles of diverse landscapes, including picturesque coastlines, redwood forests, and more than one million acres of agricultural and open space, with major attractions such as the Russian River, Bodega Bay, Sonoma Plaza, and Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve highlighting the county's appeal. Home to nearly 500,000 residents, a third of whom live in the county seat of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County is known for its world-class wine industry and a diverse economy that includes agriculture, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and tourism. The tourism industry generates over $1.4 billion annually, attracting millions of visitors each year to enjoy the county's scenic beauty, vibrant arts and cultural events, outdoor recreation, and gourmet dining. While the latest census data shows that Sonoma County's proportion of white residents remains higher than the national average, the share of residents who identify as Hispanic or Latino also ranks higher than the national average, making up more than a quarter of residents (29% in 2022). 37% of County residents identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Residents benefit from a unique quality of life, with top-ranked schools, including Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University, and access to a variety of parks, recreation facilities, and community events. Governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors, Sonoma County offers an ideal balance of small-town living with modern amenities, a strong sense of community, and a rich agricultural heritage.

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
• Staff Development/Wellness - Annual benefit allowances of up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Incentive Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) and 457 Voluntary Deferred Compensation - 3% of salary County contribution to a 401(a), in addition to the County matching up to 1% of base salary in 401(a), based upon employee contribution
• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
• Additional Benefits: Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
• Student Loan Debt Relief County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Salary Resolution (SalRes) and our Employee Benefits Directory.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill a Chief Financial Officer position in the Department of Health Services. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil