Assistant Director of General Services

Assistant Director of General Services

Salary

$171,473.14 - $208,426.68 Annually

Location

675 Texas Street, Fairfield, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-187030-01

Department

General Services

Opening Date

09/22/2026

Closing Date

10/2/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Contact

Jennifer Valencia 707-784-3406

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

THE POSITION

Solano County is looking for their next Assistant Director of General Services to join the executive team in the General Services Department. The Assistant Director of General Services will work closely with the Director of General Services to oversee the day-to-day operations of the department. To learn more about this career opportunity click on the brochure and job description below.

Assistant Director of General Services Brochure

Assistant Director of General Services Job Description

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Interested candidates should apply by 5:00 PM on 10/02/2026.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NeoGov system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the final review date. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application's employment history. When completing employment details, do not write "see resume," as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.

DEGREE REQUIRED, SUBMITTAL BY FILING DATE

A Bachelors degree is required for this position. All candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date may be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.gov. Be sure to include the recruitment title and the recruitment number in your email or fax.

Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process"), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave

To learn more, view our benefits summary.

01

A Bachelors Degree is required for this position. Do you possess a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

02

I understand that verification of education is required to be submitted by the final filing deadline for this position. I will be submitting my education documentation which verifies the student, institution, date degree conferred, degree, and area of study/specialization by:

• Uploading it to my application prior to submittal
• Emailing it to recruitment@solanocounty.gov
• Faxing it to (707) 784-3424

03

Describe your management experience overseeing General Services functions in a public agency. Identify the General Services areas you have managed (e.g. facilities operations, capital projects, fleet operations, etc.). If you do not have General Services experience, describe your overall management experience and the primary responsibilities you oversaw. Include in your response, the employer, your job title and dates of employment.

04

Describe your experience supervising staff responsible for General Services functions in a public agency. Identify the General Services areas you supervised, number of employees, and level of supervisory responsibility. If you do not have General Services experience, describe your overall supervisory experience. Include in your response, the employer, your job title, and dates of employment.

05

Positions assigned to this classification are required to drive. Do you possess a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

If you have a valid Drivers License, please provide the State and Drivers License number. If you do not have a valid Drivers License, please write "n/a."

Required Question

Employer Solano County

Address 675 Texas Street

Suite 1800

Fairfield, California, 94533

Phone (707) 784-6170

Website https://www.solanocounty.gov/