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ADD - Homelessness Strategies and Solutions Department

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Job Req ID: 338 

Department: Homelessness Strategies Management 

Salary Range: $181,293.00 to $181,293.00 

Job Type: Unclassified     

Business Area: Homelessness Strategies & Sol 

Personnel Area: Homelessness Strategies 

Closing Date: 08/05/2025 

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The Position:
 
Under the general direction of the Department Director and the Department Deputy Director, the Assistant Deputy Director manages all aspects of formulating and decision-making for long-and-short term fiscal policies. This includes implementing policy recommendations, monitoring the Department’s budget, and leading a team of finance and contracting specialists. Additionally, the Assistant Deputy Director acts as a liaison between other City departments and agencies, monitoring the budget for all homeless-related programs operated by other City departments. This role is also responsible for preparing and presenting financial reports and projections on citywide homeless efforts, managing and administering grant activities, and ensuring all performance and reporting requirements are met. Lastly, the Assistant Deputy Director oversees the Department’s Accounts Payable section, ensuring timely payment of vendor invoices and P-Card payments.
 
Minimum Requirements:
 
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying.
 
  • A bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or any other related field OR
  • Five (5) years of progressively responsible managerial experience.
 
Desired Qualifications:
 
  • An advanced degree in Public Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • Proven experience managing complex, multi-fund municipal budgets and delivering fiscally responsible outcomes.
  • Proficient in SAP for budget development, financial reporting, and grants administration.
  • A strong track record managing federal and non-federal grants, including compliance and funding strategy.
  • Advanced data analysis and financial modeling skills, with the ability to turn numbers into clear insights.
  • In-depth knowledge of municipal government operations and public policy.
  • Demonstrated leadership and direct management experience in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled in summarizing and communicating financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Effective collaborator with elected officials, agency partners, and internal stakeholders.
  • Committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and performance excellence in public service.


 

Benefits:

 

The City offers a robust benefits package that includes:

  • Defined retirement plan, including pension reciprocity, dependent on an employee’s eligibility status (new hire, rehire, etc.). 
  • A wide variety of cafeteria-style health and wellness plans or in-lieu cash waiver.
  • 11 paid City holidays per calendar year and 1 floating holiday per fiscal year.
  • Approximately 176 hours of paid annual leave for an employee’s first 15 years of service, and approximately 216 hours for 16+ years of service.
  • Up to 24 hours of paid discretionary leave per fiscal year.
  • Up to 320 hours of paid Parental Leave per childbirth or placement of a child.
  • Up to 40 hours of paid Bereavement Leave per fiscal year.
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year, and complimentary LinkedIn Learning professional development opportunities.
  • Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
  • Access to premier City golf courses at a discounted rate. 
  • Reduced-rate fitness center memberships.
  • City-paid life insurance. 

For additional details, please review the Benefits Summary for Unclassified Employees  (Download PDF reader) or contact the Benefits Division of the Risk Management Department at (619) 236-5924. 

 

 

The Department: 

 

The Homelessness Strategies and Solutions Department (HSSD) in San Diego is dedicated to addressing homelessness through strategic planning and community collaboration. HSSD leads the City’s efforts by creating and coordinating programs and services for those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. HSSD collaborates with local agencies, service providers, and City departments to offer a comprehensive network of services, including emergency shelters, safe parking, transitional storage facilities, and outreach services. HSSD strives to reduce homelessness and connect individuals to safe and stable housing. For more information, please visit this link.

 

 

The City:

 

With more than 1.4 million residents, the City of San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and the second largest in California. The City of San Diego’s strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, unsurpassed quality of life, and world-renowned location make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches, and major attractions, San Diego has something to offer for everyone.

 

The City’s Mission, as stated in the Strategic Plan is “Every day we serve our communities to make San Diego not just a fine city, but a great City.” The City’s Vision is "Opportunity in every neighborhood, excellent service for every San Diegan". 

 

As one of the region’s largest employers, the City of San Diego employs nearly 13,000 highly dedicated employees and has a combined Fiscal Year 2025 operating and capital budget of approximately $5.65 billion. Additional information about the City of San Diego can be found on the City’s website.

 

 

Pre-Employment Requirements and Screening Process:


Employment offers are conditional, pending the results of all screening processes applicable to the position. All the processes required by the City of San Diego must be successfully completed before employment begins. Please refer to the City’s pre-employment requirements and screening process webpage for additional information.  Nothing in this job posting constitutes or should be construed as part of an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. 

 

Resumes will be screened according to the qualifications outlined above and the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.   
 

The City of San Diego has an active Equal Opportunity/ADA Program for employment
and vigorously supports diversity in the workplace. 

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