** Notice of Change - This recruitment will now remain open until filled with first considerations beginning November 20, 2025 **
 

SALARY

Department Business Specialist I: $82,357.60 - $98,889.44 Annually

Department Business Specialist II: $94,446.56 - $113,628.32 Annually
Bilingual allowance when applicable

The County of Santa Barbara's Sheriff's Office is accepting applications to fill a Custody Coordinator for the California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) Justice Involved Initiative. The initiative aims to transform the Medi-Cal Delivery System to improve the quality of life and health outcomes of Medi-Cal beneficiaries. The job classification for this position is a Department Business Specialist I/II.

The work location will be based in the South Branch County Jail (Santa Barbara) and North Branch County Jail (Santa Maria). Therefore, applicants must check "Santa Barbara" and "Santa Maria" on the application AND be willing to accept an initial assignment at any location. Please note, the Sheriff's Office conducts a polygraph examination and in-depth background investigation.

Under general direction, this key position coordinates and monitors CalAIM Custody Services, contributing to efforts that improve health outcomes and service delivery for justice-involved individuals. As an active partner in the CalAIM initiative, you will collaborate with internal teams, community organizations, and other stakeholders to ensure services align with project goals and timelines.

The role involves reviewing program performance, identifying areas for improvement, and helping strengthen operations by connecting data, funding, and business processes. It's well-suited for someone who values teamwork, enjoys solving complex challenges, and is committed to making a meaningful impact.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Department Business Specialist I/II is a professional-level, flexibly staffed classification series. Department Business Specialist I is the entry level and may lead but would not typically supervise staff. Department Business Specialist II is the journey level and may be assigned supervisory responsibilities over other professional staff. Incumbents are expected to be knowledgeable in department business processes and at least one of the following: critical program regulations; governmental fiscal record keeping - including budget, contract, and grant preparation and monitoring; or automated systems.

BENEFITS: For more information on County of Santa Barbara benefits click HERE or visit the Benefits Tab above. Additionally, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for retirement reciprocity and time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate.

1. Researches and analyzes rules, regulations, legislation, and procedures to determine their impact on departmental processes, reporting, and fiscal requirements; develops and recommends policies and procedures; and identifies and validates business process requirements, critical success factors, and fiscal, technological, and environmental constraints and assumptions.
2. Develops written procedures to implement adopted policy or to clarify and describe standard practices; coordinates the development or revision of policies and procedures to support new processes and systems, reduce costs, enhance revenue, and maximize service levels; evaluates organizational impact of changes; prepares response strategies; designs and improves forms; and coordinates publication and dissemination of such material.

3. Serves as liaison with clients and representatives of private businesses, state and/or federal agencies, and other County departments to coordinate special projects and to provide specified administrative services such as budget reports generated from automated financial systems or contracts for services based on an analysis of program needs and available funding; represents the department in the development of, or change in, programs and regulations; and gathers information for use in assigned studies or management decisions.
4. Organizes and leads meetings specific to CalAIM with partner agencies as needed pre and post implementation. Participates in meetings and presents data to assist managers in making operational and administrative decisions.
5. May lead or supervise staff.

1. Possession of a bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, criminal justice, political science, public administration, psychology, or sociology, or related; OR,
2. possession of an associate's degree in business administration, economics, criminal justice, political science, public administration, psychology, or sociology, or related AND two years of experience that would demonstrate basic knowledge of (a) fiscal management, budgeting, grant preparation and monitoring, and contract management; (b) automated systems; or (c) jail management systems OR,
3. four years of experience that would demonstrate basic knowledge of (a) fiscal management, budgeting, grant preparation and monitoring, and contract management; (b) automated systems; or (c) jail management systems; or,
4. a combination of training, education, and/or experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required competencies.

Supplemental Information

• Incumbent will be required to travel throughout the County to Sheriff's Office locations.
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required.
• Fingerprinting for the purpose of a criminal record check as authorized by Section 16501 of the California Welfare and Institutions Code and Section 11105.3 of the California Penal Code may be required for some positions.

For the full job classification description and competencies, click HERE.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
• Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ): Qualified candidates will be emailed a notice to complete and submit a Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). Failure to submit a PHQ by the deadline will result in disqualification from the selection process. Candidates who successfully pass the PHQ will advance to the next step.
• Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking: Candidates' response to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored.  Candidates' final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.

Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule 6. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the examination, rank on the employment list, and duration of the employment list.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS: Veteran's preference credit is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans). To be eligible for this credit, you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of:  (1) honorable discharge from active military service; or, (2) discharge from a military or veterans' hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service; or, (3) completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act.  No time limit exists for veterans with 30% or more disability.
  
 To receive veteran's preference points, you must: (1) check the Veteran's Preference Points box on the employment application form, (2) submit a copy of your Form DD-214 to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date, and (3) pass all phases of the examination process.  The preference points will be added to your final test score.

Appointee must successfully pass the following:

1. Polygraph Examination will measure the accuracy of information disclosed during the background investigation process.

2. Background Investigation includes an interview and in-depth background investigation of police records, personal, military, and employment histories; inquiry of persons who know you and evaluate whether you respect the law and rights of others; are dependable and responsible; have demonstrated mature judgment in areas such as the use of drugs and intoxicants; are honest; and is a safe driver. 

3. LiveScan: A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The Sheriff's Office conducts a polygraph examination and in-depth background investigation. If you feel your past may hinder your future from working for the Sheriff's Office or you are not sure how to answer the Personal History Questionnaire, please contact Sheriff's Office Human Resources Bureau at (805) 681-4270 for questions or assistance.

Disqualifiers:

* An admission of having committed any act amounting to a felony within five years in California, or in another state which would be classified as a felony in California

* An adult felony conviction in California, or with a conviction for an offense in another state which would be classified as a felony in California 

* Currently on Probation or Parole

* Adult felony and/or misdemeanor conviction(s) may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and how recent

* Conviction of/or sustained petitions for any sex crime

* Recent use and/or possession of illegal drugs; Failure to reveal prior use will be disqualifying

* Unfavorable work history

* Current or excessive use of drugs, sale of drugs, serious criminal history

* History of committing domestic violence

* Dishonesty or failure to reveal pertinent information

CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER: 

• Live Scan and Background Check: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate's appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan and background check which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter. 
• Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.  The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.

 
Recruiters will correspond with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of accommodation needed from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.

Disaster Service Workers: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) StatementThe County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.

APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Open until filled with first considerations beginning November 20, 2025. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.

Leza Patatanian - Lpatatanian@countyofsb.org