Job Information
Company Name
County of El Dorado
Position Level
Entry
Job Description
The Economic Development and Housing Program Manager will lead this reshaped Division and
oversee a broad portfolio of initiatives that shape the County’s economic and housing landscape.
The Program Manager will guide staff who administer programs across business development,
rural economic sustainability, tourism and recreation‑based economic activity, broadband
deployment, housing finance, and affordable housing development support.
Key responsibilities include establishing program direction, developing workflows and processes,
overseeing grant‑funded programs and compliance, managing partnerships, and advising County
leadership on economic and housing policy. The Program Manager will coordinate complex
cross‑departmental projects, prepare reports and presentations, represent the County in
high‑visibility settings, and ensure that programs and priorities advance efficiently and
transparently.
Success in this role requires strong leadership, political acumen, and the ability to manage
programs in a dynamic environment where economic development, housing needs, regulatory
expectations, and rural conditions intersect. The Program Manager will build the Division’s
culture, strengthen customer service, and lay the foundation for long‑term strategic outcomes that
benefit residents, businesses, and communities throughout El Dorado County.
Required Skills / Experience / Education
Develops and/or manages and administers assigned program(s) and/or unit(s).
Selects, trains, evaluates, and disciplines subordinate staff.
Serves as a resource for interpretation of federal and state laws affecting the assigned program(s).
Assists in the development of policies and procedures; reviews and assures proper procedures are in place and followed.
Performs analysis and prepares detailed written reports of findings pertaining to the quality and efficiency of services provided within the assigned program(s).
Maintains current awareness of changes in laws and regulations pertaining to assigned program(s) and keeps subordinate staff informed.
Provides professional and technical consultation on complex program matters.
Participates in the development and assists with provision of in-service training and staff development programs.
Assists in preparation of budget information related to assigned program(s).
Represents the department at community organizations, public gatherings, and meetings.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations as they relate to the area of assignment.
Performs related duties as assigned
Experience:
A combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying; however, education may not solely substitute for the required experience.
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, or a field related to the program(s) to which assigned;
AND
Two (2) years of experience providing professional level administrative, financial and management analytical support, or professional level experience in the technical area of the program(s) to which assigned.
US Citizenship Required?
Yes
Will security clearance be required?
No
Salary Range
$112,944.00 - $137,280.00
Application Deadline
11/04/2026
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Travel
None
Primary Language Required
English
Industry
Planning & Building
Job Location
Location Address
2850 Fairlane
Placerville, California
95709
Contact Information
Hiring Contact Name
Jenny Thomas
Phone Number
(530) 621-6514
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov