Chief of Staff - District 2 - Unclassified (Open)
County of San Mateo!About the role
Posting number: B241B
Department: Board of Supervisors
Division: BOS District 2
Job classification: Senior Legislative Aide - Unclassified
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Community Services, Executive Management
Summary
Supplemental information
The Chief of Staff is a full-time, unclassified, at-will position. Unclassified, at-will positions are not covered by the County of San Mateo Civil Service Rules. Ideally, the person hired for this position will work with the Supervisor throughout their tenure with the County.The selection process for this position will consist of an application screening and an interview, which may include a writing exercise given immediately prior to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application documents.
All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Only the most highly qualified candidates, as determined by the initial screening process, will be invited to participate in the interview selection process.
Those selected to participate in the interview process will be notified of the date, time and place of the subsequent phases of the selection process. Interviews will be conducted in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
To apply for this exciting career opportunity, the following materials must be submitted online at https://jobs.smcgov.org.
- A Resume
- A detailed Cover Letter that includes responses to each of the following questions:
- Provide an example of your experience researching and analyzing public policy and legislative issues. How did your analysis and recommendations influence policy decisions, legislative priorities, or strategic initiatives? Please describe your approach and the outcome.
- Describe your experience identifying and addressing community issues. How have you engaged with residents, community organizations, or other stakeholders to understand community needs and develop effective solutions?
Final Date to Apply: Friday, August 7, 2026, by 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: August 11, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of August 24, 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 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.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
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