Deputy Director of General Services

Summary

Salary : $194,726.88 - $214,688.16 Annually
Location : Sacramento, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 27833-D
Department: General Services
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: 8/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

The Position
This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:
8/10/26, 8/24/26 (final)

Under direction, the Deputy Director of General Services plans, organizes and directs the operation of a group of divisions and smaller organizational units within the Department of General Services.
Please click on the below link to learn more about the position and to review the full recruitment brochure:

Sacramento County Deputy Director of General Services

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Principles of public administration, organization, and management
• Policies and procedures
• Personnel management practices, including supervision, selection, training and discipline
• Methods and procedures involved in conducting analytical studies of administrative and management practices, methods and procedures
• Methods and procedures of fiscal management, including inter-service funds and enterprise funds, work authorizations and debt service
• Principles of management and enforcement of conditions of a variety of contracts
• Organization and functional structure of the County
• Process and procedures of County budget preparation, review and control

Ability to

• Coordinate, plan, organize and direct the work of others in a diverse organization of multiple divisions having unique areas of responsibility and financed through differing budgetary funding methodologies
• Analyze, prepare and/or supervise the preparation of budgets and budget requests
• Analyze legislation
• Interpret and/or develop regulations, rules, specifications, policies and laws
• Supervise and evaluate the work of others
• Establish and maintain working relationships with other managers and staff, including other agencies, and departments at the local, State and Federal level, as well as the general public
• Address groups of people
• Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence
• Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience and education or training that is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. Typical ways to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Either: 1. Two years as a division chief in the Department of General Services;

Or: 2. Four years of administrative or management experience including responsibility for planning, organizing and directing varied types of programs. At least two years of the required experience must have involved budgeting and rate setting activities associated with a Proprietary Fund, such as an inter-services fund or an enterprise fund.

Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.
Application and Testing Information
APPLICATION
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.
County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email [email protected]

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

www.SacCountyJobs.net

• Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
• Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.
Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

• Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
• Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
• If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
• Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
• If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
• For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
• If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.

FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.
All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
For information regarding County jobs:
www.saccountyjobs.net
Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit:
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At Sacramento County, we strive to provide benefit programs designed to meet our employees' current and future needs and help them as they balance their careers and personal life. County of Sacramento employees have a variety of benefits available. These benefits include:

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Retiree Health Savings Plan (RHSP)
• Deferred Compensation

More information can be found on the

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:
Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions.

VACATION:
Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.

HOLIDAYS:
14.5 holidays per year as recognized by the Board of Supervisors.

SICK LEAVE:
Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:
Regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies may be eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.

RETIREMENT:
The County's defined-benefit pension plan is provided by the County Employees' Retirement Law of 1937 and is managed by the Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System (SCERS) Board of Retirement. For more information, visit the SCERS website,

DENTAL INSURANCE:
For more information, visit the

LIFE INSURANCE:
The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

For more information, visit the

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:
A deferred compensation program is available through the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. For more information, visit the

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

• Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions
• Marriage or Family Relationships
• Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care
• Alcohol and Drug Abuse

More information can be found on the
WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:
The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:
Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.

MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:
The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION:
In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes.

"Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.
Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.

SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT):
Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:
Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and
The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.
01
The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score. All experience, education, and/or training used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on your application.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.
By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

02

Select the one box that best describes your education from an accredited college or university.

• None or less than thirty (30) semester or quarter equivalent units.
• Thirty (30) but less than sixty (60) semester or quarter equivalent units.
• Associate's degree, or sixty (60) or more semester or quarter equivalent units.
• Upper division units leading toward a Bachelor's degree.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Master's degree or higher.

03

If you have earned a Bachelor's degree or higher, select the one box that best describes the field of study your degree is in.

• I have not earned a Bachelor degree or higher.
• Accounting.
• Architecture.
• Business Administration.
• Civil Engineering.
• Economics.
• Environmental Studies.
• Facility Management.
• Finance.
• Human Resources Management.
• Law.
• Management.
• Mechanical Engineering.
• Public Administration.
• Real Estate.
• Urban Planning.
• Other field closely related to the intent of Deputy Director of General Services.
• Other field NOT closely related to the intent of Deputy Director of General Services.

04

Select all the boxes that best describe certificates or licenses you currently possess.

• Architect License issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs California Architects Board.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM).
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM).
• Facilities Management Professional (FMP).
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Professional Credential(s).
• Professional Engineer License (PE) issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Sustainability Facilities Professional (SFP).
• Other.
• None of the above.

05

Please list your education and training as it specifically relates to the position of Deputy Director of General Services with the County of Sacramento. Include college degree(s) earned, major field(s) of study, and any other appropriate professional or technical training, certificates, and/or licenses.

If you have no relevant education or training, please write "None".
06

Select the one box that best describes your management or administrative experience which included responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing varied types of programs.

• None.
• Some experience, but less than two (2) years.
• Two (2) years, but less than four (4) years.
• Four (4) years, but less than six (6) years.
• Six (6) years, but less than eight (8) years.
• Eight (8) years, but less than ten (10) years.
• Ten (10) years or more.

07

For the selection you made in Question 6, select all the boxes that best describe the programs for which you had this management or administrative experience.

• Accounting.
• Acquisitions.
• Airports Maintenance.
• Alarms.
• Architectural Services.
• Asset Management, Facilities and/or Critical Equipment.
• Asset Management, Real Estate.
• Budget and Analysis.
• Capital Planning.
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
• Contracts.
• Correctional Facilities Planning.
• Custodial.
• Engineering Services.
• Environmental Services.
• Facilities Maintenance and Operations.
• Fleet Management, Automobiles and Light Trucks.
• Fleet Management, Heavy and Off-Road Equipment.
• Lease Management.
• Mail/Messenger.
• Master Planning.
• Parking.
• Printing.
• Project Management.
• Purchasing.
• Security.
• Surplus Property.
• Sustainability, Energy and Climate Action.
• Tree Maintenance.
• Warehousing.
• Other.
• None of the above.

08

For the selection you made in Question 6, select the one box that best describes the number of below listed programs for which you had this management or administrative experience:

• Accounting
• Acquisitions
• Airports Maintenance
• Alarms
• Architectural Services
• Asset Management, Facilities and/or Critical Equipment
• Asset Management, Real Estate
• Budget and Analysis
• Capital Planning
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
• Contracts
• Correctional Facilities Planning
• Custodial
• Engineering Services
• Environmental Services
• Facilities Maintenance and Operations
• Fleet Management, Automobiles and Light Trucks
• Fleet Management, Heavy and Off-Road Equipment
• Lease Management
• Mail/Messenger
• Master Planning
• Parking
• Printing
• Project Management
• Purchasing
• Security
• Surplus Property
• Sustainability, Energy and Climate Action
• Tree Maintenance
• Warehousing

• None.
• I have experience with less than five (5) programs.
• I have experience with at least five (5) programs.
• I have experience with at least eight (8) programs.
• I have experience with at least eleven (11) programs.

09

For the programs you selected in Question 7, select all the boxes that best describe the budgetary funding methodologies used to finance them.

• Charge-back Methodology.
• Certificates of Participation.
• Debt Financing Major Acquisitions (capital equipment or facilities).
• Enterprise Funds.
• Grant funding.
• Inter-service Funds.
• Work Authorizations.
• Other Means of Cost Recovery.
• None of the above.

10

For the selection(s) you made in Question 9, describe your experience with budgeting and rate setting using those methodologies. If you have no relevant experience, please write "None".
11

Select all of the boxes for which you have management level, or higher, experience performing and/or overseeing staff responsible for performing the listed duties.

• Coordinating with, consulting and directing management/supervisory staff to promote maximum efficiency of organization.
• Driving enterprise-wide technology-based initiatives that modernize internal services and improve service delivery, transparency, and efficiency.
• Management and enforcement of conditions of contracts.
• Overseeing contract management strategies that adhere to organization's values, regulatory compliance and support effective service delivery.
• Interpreting and analyzing applicable legislation and regulations, and ensuring compliance.
• Delivering presentations before staff, governing bodies and the general public.
• Leading business continuity and operational resilience planning, ensuring essential infrastructure, facilities, and services remain functional during emergencies, disasters, or system disruptions.
• Leading work groups in the development and/or revision of division or department-wide policies.
• Leading the implementation of policies, internal controls, and governance frameworks to ensure legal compliance, ethical operations, risk mitigation, and audit readiness.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to address service needs, guide program planning and build effective partnerships.
• Resolving complaints and providing direction to others in an effort to resolve complaints brought forth by internal and external stakeholders.
• Reviewing, editing, and writing staff reports for agenda items for presentation to executive leadership or governing bodies.
• Providing guidance and coordination across functional units to ensure unified goals, standards, service delivery, and alignment with organization-wide objectives.
• Representing the division or department in executive, legislative, and interagency settings to communicate priorities, align policies, and/or champion organizational and operational improvements.
• None of the above.

12

Select all the boxes that best describe the financial management and related duties you were responsible for.

• Providing input for budget.
• Developing budget.
• Managing budget.
• Monitoring budget.
• Addressing changes or amending priorities during the budget year.
• Assessing known or potential programmatic needs, funding changes, and workload demands.
• Reviewing current and previous years expenditures.
• Guiding financial strategies, such as funding allocations, debt and grant financing, cost recovery models, and policy development.
• Using creative funding ideas, additional grants or leveraging other funding sources.
• Determining or leading a team determining allocated costs.
• Reallocating funds and/or resources.
• Implementing cost savings measures.
• Providing financial data for budgetary purposes and/or grants.
• Preparing actuals versus budget variance reports.
• Assisting in the preparation and analysis of budget reports and documents.
• Understanding the terms and applying the regulations/requirements to submit claims for grants reimbursement/disbursement.
• Providing financial data when contracts are being drafted.
• Ensuring financial compliance of budgetary processes.
• Identifying and analyzing complex financial issues and developing data driven solutions.
• Projecting future asset maintenance costs.
• None of the above.

13

Select the one box that best describes the level of budget for which you have the most experience.

• Department or higher, public sector.
• Department or higher.
• Division, public sector.
• Division.
• Program, public sector.
• Program.
• Unit, public sector.
• Unit.
• None of the above.

14

Select all the boxes that best describe the staff you have experience with the responsibility of managing.

• Custodial.
• Clerical or administrative support staff.
• Security staff.
• Skilled trades.
• Professional staff.
• Supervisory staff.
• Management staff.
• Senior Management staff.
• Other.
• None of the above.

15

For the selection(s) you made in Question 14, select the one box that best describes the highest total number of staff you managed simultaneously.

• None.
• Less than fifty (50).
• At least fifty (50).
• At least one hundred fifty (150).

16

Select all the boxes that best describe the personnel management tasks you have experience performing as a regular part of your assigned duties.

• Interviewing and hiring staff.
• Developing and/or mentoring staff.
• Conducting or providing for training.
• Writing and delivering performance evaluations.
• Investigating and resolving disciplinary issues.
• Implementing termination procedures.
• Addressing grievances brought forth by staff and/or unions or associations.
• Representing management in meetings with union/association representatives (e.g. meet and confers, disciplinary matters, etc.).
• Establishing and communicating clear expectations to workforce.
• Promoting staff engagement (e.g. staff meetings, field visits, open-door policy, surveys, etc.).
• Providing guidance and direction to subordinate supervisors or managers regarding personnel matters.
• Forecasting workforce needs and succession planning.
• Identifying and implementing ways to improve recruitment and retention.
• None of the above.

17

List your employment experience that qualifies you for the Deputy Director of General Services position. For all experience listed, provide the following:

• Employer(s)
• Dates of employment
• Position title(s)
• Primary duties and responsibilities to include experience selections from prior questions

If you have no qualifying experience, please write "None".
18

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant.

I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030.

• Yes.
• No.

19

Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and/or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.

• Attended in the last one (1) - three (3) months.
• Attended in the last four (4) - six (6) months.
• Attended in the last seven (7) months - one (1) year.
• Attended an event more than one (1) year ago.
• Have attended a career fair and/or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives.
• Have not attended a career fair and/or job event.

20

List the following for the career fair and/or job event you attended:

• Name of event
• Location of event
• Month and year of event

If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please write "None".
Required Question

Job Description

Salary : $194,726.88 - $214,688.16 Annually
Location : Sacramento, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 27833-D
Department: General Services
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: 8/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

The Position
This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:
8/10/26, 8/24/26 (final)

Under direction, the Deputy Director of General Services plans, organizes and directs the operation of a group of divisions and smaller organizational units within the Department of General Services.
Please click on the below link to learn more about the position and to review the full recruitment brochure:

Sacramento County Deputy Director of General Services

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Principles of public administration, organization, and management
• Policies and procedures
• Personnel management practices, including supervision, selection, training and discipline
• Methods and procedures involved in conducting analytical studies of administrative and management practices, methods and procedures
• Methods and procedures of fiscal management, including inter-service funds and enterprise funds, work authorizations and debt service
• Principles of management and enforcement of conditions of a variety of contracts
• Organization and functional structure of the County
• Process and procedures of County budget preparation, review and control

Ability to

• Coordinate, plan, organize and direct the work of others in a diverse organization of multiple divisions having unique areas of responsibility and financed through differing budgetary funding methodologies
• Analyze, prepare and/or supervise the preparation of budgets and budget requests
• Analyze legislation
• Interpret and/or develop regulations, rules, specifications, policies and laws
• Supervise and evaluate the work of others
• Establish and maintain working relationships with other managers and staff, including other agencies, and departments at the local, State and Federal level, as well as the general public
• Address groups of people
• Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence
• Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience and education or training that is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. Typical ways to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Either: 1. Two years as a division chief in the Department of General Services;

Or: 2. Four years of administrative or management experience including responsibility for planning, organizing and directing varied types of programs. At least two years of the required experience must have involved budgeting and rate setting activities associated with a Proprietary Fund, such as an inter-services fund or an enterprise fund.

Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.
Application and Testing Information
APPLICATION
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.
County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email [email protected]

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

www.SacCountyJobs.net

• Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
• Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.
Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

• Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
• Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
• If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
• Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
• If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
• For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
• If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.

FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.
All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
For information regarding County jobs:
www.saccountyjobs.net
Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit:
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At Sacramento County, we strive to provide benefit programs designed to meet our employees' current and future needs and help them as they balance their careers and personal life. County of Sacramento employees have a variety of benefits available. These benefits include:

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Retiree Health Savings Plan (RHSP)
• Deferred Compensation

More information can be found on the

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:
Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions.

VACATION:
Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.

HOLIDAYS:
14.5 holidays per year as recognized by the Board of Supervisors.

SICK LEAVE:
Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:
Regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies may be eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.

RETIREMENT:
The County's defined-benefit pension plan is provided by the County Employees' Retirement Law of 1937 and is managed by the Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System (SCERS) Board of Retirement. For more information, visit the SCERS website,

DENTAL INSURANCE:
For more information, visit the

LIFE INSURANCE:
The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

For more information, visit the

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:
A deferred compensation program is available through the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. For more information, visit the

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

• Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions
• Marriage or Family Relationships
• Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care
• Alcohol and Drug Abuse

More information can be found on the
WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:
The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:
Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.

MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:
The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION:
In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes.

"Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.
Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.

SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT):
Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:
Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and
The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.
01
The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score. All experience, education, and/or training used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on your application.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.
By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

02

Select the one box that best describes your education from an accredited college or university.

• None or less than thirty (30) semester or quarter equivalent units.
• Thirty (30) but less than sixty (60) semester or quarter equivalent units.
• Associate's degree, or sixty (60) or more semester or quarter equivalent units.
• Upper division units leading toward a Bachelor's degree.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Master's degree or higher.

03

If you have earned a Bachelor's degree or higher, select the one box that best describes the field of study your degree is in.

• I have not earned a Bachelor degree or higher.
• Accounting.
• Architecture.
• Business Administration.
• Civil Engineering.
• Economics.
• Environmental Studies.
• Facility Management.
• Finance.
• Human Resources Management.
• Law.
• Management.
• Mechanical Engineering.
• Public Administration.
• Real Estate.
• Urban Planning.
• Other field closely related to the intent of Deputy Director of General Services.
• Other field NOT closely related to the intent of Deputy Director of General Services.

04

Select all the boxes that best describe certificates or licenses you currently possess.

• Architect License issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs California Architects Board.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM).
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM).
• Facilities Management Professional (FMP).
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Professional Credential(s).
• Professional Engineer License (PE) issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Sustainability Facilities Professional (SFP).
• Other.
• None of the above.

05

Please list your education and training as it specifically relates to the position of Deputy Director of General Services with the County of Sacramento. Include college degree(s) earned, major field(s) of study, and any other appropriate professional or technical training, certificates, and/or licenses.

If you have no relevant education or training, please write "None".
06

Select the one box that best describes your management or administrative experience which included responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing varied types of programs.

• None.
• Some experience, but less than two (2) years.
• Two (2) years, but less than four (4) years.
• Four (4) years, but less than six (6) years.
• Six (6) years, but less than eight (8) years.
• Eight (8) years, but less than ten (10) years.
• Ten (10) years or more.

07

For the selection you made in Question 6, select all the boxes that best describe the programs for which you had this management or administrative experience.

• Accounting.
• Acquisitions.
• Airports Maintenance.
• Alarms.
• Architectural Services.
• Asset Management, Facilities and/or Critical Equipment.
• Asset Management, Real Estate.
• Budget and Analysis.
• Capital Planning.
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
• Contracts.
• Correctional Facilities Planning.
• Custodial.
• Engineering Services.
• Environmental Services.
• Facilities Maintenance and Operations.
• Fleet Management, Automobiles and Light Trucks.
• Fleet Management, Heavy and Off-Road Equipment.
• Lease Management.
• Mail/Messenger.
• Master Planning.
• Parking.
• Printing.
• Project Management.
• Purchasing.
• Security.
• Surplus Property.
• Sustainability, Energy and Climate Action.
• Tree Maintenance.
• Warehousing.
• Other.
• None of the above.

08

For the selection you made in Question 6, select the one box that best describes the number of below listed programs for which you had this management or administrative experience:

• Accounting
• Acquisitions
• Airports Maintenance
• Alarms
• Architectural Services
• Asset Management, Facilities and/or Critical Equipment
• Asset Management, Real Estate
• Budget and Analysis
• Capital Planning
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
• Contracts
• Correctional Facilities Planning
• Custodial
• Engineering Services
• Environmental Services
• Facilities Maintenance and Operations
• Fleet Management, Automobiles and Light Trucks
• Fleet Management, Heavy and Off-Road Equipment
• Lease Management
• Mail/Messenger
• Master Planning
• Parking
• Printing
• Project Management
• Purchasing
• Security
• Surplus Property
• Sustainability, Energy and Climate Action
• Tree Maintenance
• Warehousing

• None.
• I have experience with less than five (5) programs.
• I have experience with at least five (5) programs.
• I have experience with at least eight (8) programs.
• I have experience with at least eleven (11) programs.

09

For the programs you selected in Question 7, select all the boxes that best describe the budgetary funding methodologies used to finance them.

• Charge-back Methodology.
• Certificates of Participation.
• Debt Financing Major Acquisitions (capital equipment or facilities).
• Enterprise Funds.
• Grant funding.
• Inter-service Funds.
• Work Authorizations.
• Other Means of Cost Recovery.
• None of the above.

10

For the selection(s) you made in Question 9, describe your experience with budgeting and rate setting using those methodologies. If you have no relevant experience, please write "None".
11

Select all of the boxes for which you have management level, or higher, experience performing and/or overseeing staff responsible for performing the listed duties.

• Coordinating with, consulting and directing management/supervisory staff to promote maximum efficiency of organization.
• Driving enterprise-wide technology-based initiatives that modernize internal services and improve service delivery, transparency, and efficiency.
• Management and enforcement of conditions of contracts.
• Overseeing contract management strategies that adhere to organization's values, regulatory compliance and support effective service delivery.
• Interpreting and analyzing applicable legislation and regulations, and ensuring compliance.
• Delivering presentations before staff, governing bodies and the general public.
• Leading business continuity and operational resilience planning, ensuring essential infrastructure, facilities, and services remain functional during emergencies, disasters, or system disruptions.
• Leading work groups in the development and/or revision of division or department-wide policies.
• Leading the implementation of policies, internal controls, and governance frameworks to ensure legal compliance, ethical operations, risk mitigation, and audit readiness.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to address service needs, guide program planning and build effective partnerships.
• Resolving complaints and providing direction to others in an effort to resolve complaints brought forth by internal and external stakeholders.
• Reviewing, editing, and writing staff reports for agenda items for presentation to executive leadership or governing bodies.
• Providing guidance and coordination across functional units to ensure unified goals, standards, service delivery, and alignment with organization-wide objectives.
• Representing the division or department in executive, legislative, and interagency settings to communicate priorities, align policies, and/or champion organizational and operational improvements.
• None of the above.

12

Select all the boxes that best describe the financial management and related duties you were responsible for.

• Providing input for budget.
• Developing budget.
• Managing budget.
• Monitoring budget.
• Addressing changes or amending priorities during the budget year.
• Assessing known or potential programmatic needs, funding changes, and workload demands.
• Reviewing current and previous years expenditures.
• Guiding financial strategies, such as funding allocations, debt and grant financing, cost recovery models, and policy development.
• Using creative funding ideas, additional grants or leveraging other funding sources.
• Determining or leading a team determining allocated costs.
• Reallocating funds and/or resources.
• Implementing cost savings measures.
• Providing financial data for budgetary purposes and/or grants.
• Preparing actuals versus budget variance reports.
• Assisting in the preparation and analysis of budget reports and documents.
• Understanding the terms and applying the regulations/requirements to submit claims for grants reimbursement/disbursement.
• Providing financial data when contracts are being drafted.
• Ensuring financial compliance of budgetary processes.
• Identifying and analyzing complex financial issues and developing data driven solutions.
• Projecting future asset maintenance costs.
• None of the above.

13

Select the one box that best describes the level of budget for which you have the most experience.

• Department or higher, public sector.
• Department or higher.
• Division, public sector.
• Division.
• Program, public sector.
• Program.
• Unit, public sector.
• Unit.
• None of the above.

14

Select all the boxes that best describe the staff you have experience with the responsibility of managing.

• Custodial.
• Clerical or administrative support staff.
• Security staff.
• Skilled trades.
• Professional staff.
• Supervisory staff.
• Management staff.
• Senior Management staff.
• Other.
• None of the above.

15

For the selection(s) you made in Question 14, select the one box that best describes the highest total number of staff you managed simultaneously.

• None.
• Less than fifty (50).
• At least fifty (50).
• At least one hundred fifty (150).

16

Select all the boxes that best describe the personnel management tasks you have experience performing as a regular part of your assigned duties.

• Interviewing and hiring staff.
• Developing and/or mentoring staff.
• Conducting or providing for training.
• Writing and delivering performance evaluations.
• Investigating and resolving disciplinary issues.
• Implementing termination procedures.
• Addressing grievances brought forth by staff and/or unions or associations.
• Representing management in meetings with union/association representatives (e.g. meet and confers, disciplinary matters, etc.).
• Establishing and communicating clear expectations to workforce.
• Promoting staff engagement (e.g. staff meetings, field visits, open-door policy, surveys, etc.).
• Providing guidance and direction to subordinate supervisors or managers regarding personnel matters.
• Forecasting workforce needs and succession planning.
• Identifying and implementing ways to improve recruitment and retention.
• None of the above.

17

List your employment experience that qualifies you for the Deputy Director of General Services position. For all experience listed, provide the following:

• Employer(s)
• Dates of employment
• Position title(s)
• Primary duties and responsibilities to include experience selections from prior questions

If you have no qualifying experience, please write "None".
18

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant.

I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030.

• Yes.
• No.

19

Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and/or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.

• Attended in the last one (1) - three (3) months.
• Attended in the last four (4) - six (6) months.
• Attended in the last seven (7) months - one (1) year.
• Attended an event more than one (1) year ago.
• Have attended a career fair and/or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives.
• Have not attended a career fair and/or job event.

20

List the following for the career fair and/or job event you attended:

• Name of event
• Location of event
• Month and year of event

If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please write "None".
Required Question