Assistant Director of the Family Justice Center (Open and Promotional)
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Assistant Director of the Family Justice Center (Open and Promotional)
Salary
$140,462.40 - $175,510.40 Annually
Location
County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
D088AC
Department
District Attorney's Office
Opening Date
05/11/2026
Closing Date
6/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
50B
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
The District Attorney's Office is seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of
Assistant Director of the Family Justice Center (https://canva.link/0yb6z8fbvq3onhl) .
Please view our online brochure (https://canva.link/0yb6z8fbvq3onhl) for detailed information about the position and instructions on how to apply.
Join us for an engaging LinkedIn Live informational session to explore this exciting opportunity. We'll provide an overview of the department, position, and what the hiring managers are looking for. Don't miss out-join us on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 , from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM PST . Click here to register. (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/were-excited-to-host-an-info-session-for-ugcPost-7459728298898636800-\TVg?utm\source=share&utm\medium=member\desktop&rcm=ACoAACK8HjUBqark2lJtRt_PwxoqkjGy5LXviPc)
Application/Examination
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, extra-help, or limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on the examination.
The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (weight: pass/fail), and a Panel Interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief writing exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Applicants must successfully pass the Application Screening to move forward to the interview. Candidates must successfully pass the interview to be placed on the hiring (eligible) list.
Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet 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. Interviews may be conducted virtually using MS Teams.
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. To apply:
Complete the County of San Mateo Employment Application Form
Provide responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which includes these two subjects:
Explain how your education, training, and experience have prepared you to be successful in this position.
Describe your experience developing and working in programs that provide assistance to victims of violence.
Attach a Cover Letter expressing your interest in the position.
Attach a Resume
Tentative Recruitment Schedule:
LinkedIn Live Session: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PST
Final Filing Date: Monday, June 1, 2026, by 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Week of June 8, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of June 22, 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 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.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
Analyst: Lealoa Numera (05112026) (Program Services Manager II)
We invite you to explore our Benefits-at-a-Glance (https://www.smcgov.org/sites/default/files/2025-05/Benefits%20at%20a%20Glance%204.29.25.pdf) page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)
In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.
As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.
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IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position, will weigh heavily in the application screening process, and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling, and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. While AI tools such as ChatGPT can be helpful, we ask that you craft the responses to these questions yourself. If you choose to use AI as an aid, please customize your responses. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses. I have read and understand this information.
Yes
No
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Explain how your experience, training, and education have prepared you to be successful in this position. Please reference the agencies where you worked to gain this experience, training, and/or education.
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Describe your experience developing and working in programs that provide assistance to victims of violence. Again, please reference the agencies where you worked.
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Please attach a Cover Letter expressing your interest in the position and attach your Resume. If you have not attached these items, you will need to navigate back through the application. Thank you for your attention to this. I have attached my cover letter and resume.
Yes
No
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How did you learn about this position?
County of San Mateo Website
County of San Mateo Job Interest Card Notification
County Hosted Virtual Event
County Hosted Job Fair
CalOpps.org
Civic Match
College/University Career Center
Community-based Organization Posting
Facebook/Instagram
Friend or Relative
GovernmentJobs.com
Indeed
Job Fair
LinkedIn
Professional Publication/Website (Please specify in next question)
X (formerly called Twitter)
Zip Recruiter
Other (Please specify in next question)
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If you answered, "Professional Publication/Website" or "Other" to the above question, please indicate below how you learned about this position. Your response to this question will help us in better marketing County jobs. Type NA if not applicable.
Required Question
Employer
County of San Mateo
Address
County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 500 County Center, 4th Floor Redwood City, California, 94063-1663
Phone
(650) 363-4343
Website
https://jobs.smcgov.org
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