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The County of San Mateo Department of Emergency Management (SMC EM) is seeking a dynamic Program Services Manager II to drive our mission-critical operations and join our high-impact leadership team of experienced emergency and crisis managers who are pioneering innovations across the full cycle of emergency management.
This isnt your typical government role. As Program Services Manager II youll operate with significant autonomy to supervise teams and spearhead program development that directly saves lives and protects communities. Youll make high-stakes decisions interpret complex policies and apply cutting-edge emergency management expertise across operations mitigation planning recovery response and community resilience initiatives. Your daily interactions will span government executives external agencies community leaders and private sector partners.
This is an in-person position with no hybrid options. The role demands flexibility for extended hours during emergenciesevenings weekends and on-call shifts are part of protecting our community 24/7. Travel to training emergency sites and off-site operations centers comes with the territory.
This is more than a jobits a mission. Youll lead transformative work that builds community resilience and sets the standard for 21st-century emergency management. Join our dynamic multi-generational team of seasoned professionals who combine decades of emergency management expertise with cutting-edge innovation across mitigation preparedness response and recovery.
Our Culture: How We R.I.S.E. We live by our valuesReliability Innovation Synergy and Excellencecreating a culture where you can count on your teammates completely where what if and why not drive breakthrough solutions where collaboration multiplies our collective impact and where continuous improvement is a way of life not just a buzzword.
About Our Department: San Mateo County SMC EM leads the way in building resilient connected and adaptive communities. We work across jurisdictions and disciplines to prepare for respond to recover from and mitigate emergencies and disasters. Our department thrives on innovation collaboration and deep commitment to public service. Learn more: a leadership opportunity in emergency management.
Join us on Monday June 2 2025 at 11:00 AM PST for a LinkedIn Live info session about the Program Services Manager II role with the San Mateo County Department of Emergency Management.
Hear from Shruti Dhapodkar Director of Emergency Management and Ryan Reynolds Assistant Director as they discuss the roles impact what theyre looking for in candidates and what to expect from the recruitment process.
Register now to secure your spot.Click here to register.
The Right Mindset: You embody our RISE valuesdriving Innovation with what if thinking building Synergy through collaboration delivering Excellence through continuous improvement and earning trust through Reliability. You thrive in dynamic environments and see challenges as opportunities to transform how emergency management serves communities.
Experience Set (Preferred): 3 years in emergency management crisis response or high-stakes operations with 2 years of team leadership. Youve successfully managed programs budgets and cross-functional initiatives while making authoritative decisions under pressure.
Social Capital: Youre a natural relationship builder who creates partnerships across government private sector and community organizations. You navigate complex political landscapes with diplomacy and build trust with diverse stakeholders from community groups to executive leadership.
Intellectual Capital: Deep knowledge of emergency management principles (mitigation preparedness response recovery) proficiency with ICS/NIMS and relevant professional certifications. You combine strategic thinking with technical expertise to drive measurable outcomes.
Communications Capacity: Exceptional ability to distill complex information for any audiencewhether briefing County executives engaging community members or coordinating with operational partners. You communicate with clarity empathy and authority across all scenarios.
If you embody our RISE values and are passionate about transformative emergency management this key role offers the opportunity to make lasting impact while growing alongside innovative professionals who are reshaping the field.
What Youll Lead
Your essential responsibilities will drive measurable community impact:
We value results over credentials. Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge skills and abilities qualifies you for consideration.
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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.
Selection Process: The examination process will consist of two parts: an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on each candidates application materials and a panel interview (weight: 100%) for those applicants who pass the application screening. Due to competitive interest we may use application screening or select candidates whose qualifications best match our needs based solely on application materials.
Because of the 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 Countys website you may click theApplybutton.If you are not on the Countys website please go to 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 TIMELINE
LinkedIn Live Information Session: Monday June 2 2025 at 11:00 AM PST
Application Deadline: Friday June 20 2025 at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: July 2-3 2025
In-Person Interview Process: July 14 2025
For recruitment and selection process questions please contact Shannon Oh at
About the CountySan Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco San Jose and the East Bay. With over 750000 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 committed to fostering diversity equity and inclusion at all levels.
Analyst: Shannon Oh (Program Services Manager II - Emergency Management - D008Y)
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time