To apply for this exciting career opportunity the following materials must be electronically submitted at .
As you complete the application there will be a section where you can attach your resume and cover letter. Applications that do not provide a cover letter with responses to the topic areas will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
The selection process for this position will consist of an application screening and a panel interview which may include a pre-interview exercise. Applicants must successfully pass the application screening to move forward to the interview process. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the Countys website you may click the Apply button. If you are not on the Countys website please go to to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Recruitment Timeline (tentative)
Final Filing Date: October 27 2025 by 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: October 28-30 2025
Panel Interviews (In-person): November 10 and 12 2025
Finalist Interviews (In-person):Week of November 17 2025
About the County
San 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. We seek to hire support and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.
If you have questions regarding this position or the recruitment please email Chet Overstreet at .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority