Financial and Administrative Services Manager – Office of the District Attorney

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it.

Description

Elevate Agency Operations. Support Justice.

The County of Santa Clara Office of the District Attorney is a premier public agency, renowned for strategic leadership, innovative prosecution, and a steadfast commitment to justice. With nearly 1.9 million residents, Santa Clara County is the largest of the nine Bay Area counties in Northern California, and larger than 12 states. With about 600 staff—including more than 180 prosecutors—this office reviews more than 35,000 cases for filing each year, prosecuting violent crimes, cybercrime, public corruption, misdemeanors, and consumer fraud while advancing transformative justice reform.

We’re seeking a dynamic leader to reinforce the financial and administrative backbone that supports the important work of our office.

As Financial and Administrative Services Manager within the Office of the District Attorney, you’ll guide our Office’s financial, budgetary, and administrative infrastructure. Reporting to County of Santa Clara District Attorney Jeff Rosen, you’ll support the DA’s mission by providing essential operational stability and strategic insight. 

You’ll manage multiple units through subordinate managers, collaborating with executive leadership to drive innovation, operational efficiency, and organizational equity across all internal support functions.

You’ll safeguard the integrity and functionality of critical support systems that enable our deputy DAs, investigators, lab analysts, victim advocates, and administrative professionals to do their best work. 

You will collaborate across County internal service departments—Employee Services, Finance, County Counsel, Procurement, Facilities, and more—to advance our Office’s work while aligning with Countywide policies and laws.

Working within a nationally recognized reform-driven District Attorney’s Office, you’ll lead efforts to integrate data, analytics, and technology to improve operations—from case management to resource allocation. 

As part of an organization that values diversity—where 39% of prosecutors identify as African American, Latino/a, or Asian, and women represent about half of the staff—you’ll ensure our administrative processes support fair and inclusive outcomes. 

You’ll represent the DA’s Office with the Board of Supervisors, County Executive’s Office, and County leadership—advising on budgets, staffing, systems modernization, and compliance within stringent legal and fiscal environments.

Strategic Finance & Budget Leadership

• Direct Office-wide budgeting, expenditure tracking, and revenue reporting.
• Monitor complex cost structures and provide county-level fiscal insights.

Administrative & Systems Oversight

• Lead the development and maintenance of administrative systems and the use of information technology.
• Modernize legacy processes, enhance data reporting, and collaborate on County audit recommendations. 

Operational Support for Justice Functions

• Oversee HR support, logistics, facility maintenance, procurement, and production of memoranda for the Board of Supervisors.
• Ensure seamless deployment of clerical and administrative services that sustain prosecutorial and investigative teams.

Management & Team Development

• Recruit, train, evaluate, and guide subordinate managers and their teams.
• Cultivate a collaborative, high-performance organizational culture that emphasizes respect for all.

Analytical Insight & Problem-Solving

• Conduct operational assessments, identify inefficiencies, and implement informed improvements.
• Prepare strategic reports and analyses for the DA and executive leaders.

Strategic Financial and Retirement Benefits

• CalPERS pension with reciprocity across most California public agencies (2.5% @ 55 for Classic Members, 2% @ 62 for Non-Classic Members)
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with both pre-tax and Roth options, up to IRS limits
• $325,000 in term life insurance plus $300,000 in accidental death and disability coverage
• Eligible employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Executive-Level Health, Wellness, and Family Support

• Premium health insurance options (Kaiser, HealthNet, Valley Health Plan) with up to 96% County-paid coverage
• Fully covered dental (Delta or Liberty) and vision (VSP) plans for individuals and families
• Employee Assistance Program, Dependent Care Assistance, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Access to wellness and leadership development programs designed to support executive performance and resilience

Leadership Mobility, Time Off, and Professional Growth

• 39 days of annual leave with a cash-out option, plus 13 paid holidays
• Relocation assistance to support seamless transitions
• Tuition reimbursement and internal executive development programs

Ready to join the leadership team? Apply now.

Learn more about the County and the impact you can have as a leader.

Filing Deadline: Monday, November 9, 2026

This recruitment may close or be extended as early as 10 days after posting. Early application is strongly encouraged. Please check the website regularly for updates.

Apply at: 

What to include in your application:

1. Résumé
2. Cover Letter (maximum 3 pages)
   Describe why you are the ideal candidate, highlighting relevant leadership experience and accomplishments.

Next steps in the process:

Applications will be reviewed to determine a group of finalists to be interviewed. Reference checks on those deemed the strongest candidates will be conducted, so finalists will be asked to provide at least five professional references, with prior authorization obtained by Executive Services.

Questions regarding this Executive recruitment may be directed to Adrian Cudal, Executive Services at

   
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Qualifications

What You Bring:

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree (Business Admin, Public Admin, or related)
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience overseeing complex financial/operational units

Knowledge & Skills:

• Governmental budgeting and fiscal oversight
• Public administration, HR, organizational processes, and information systems
• Familiarity with state/federal regulations and audit standards

Abilities:

• Lead county-scale operations
• Solve complex administrative and financial challenges
• Interpret legislation, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Communicate effectively with leadership, cross-functional teams, staff, and external partners

To view the full job specification, including the employment standards, click the link below: Job Specifications | County of Santa Clara:

What Success Looks Like:

• Leadership of a well-functioning administrative team that supports attorneys, investigators, forensic scientists, and victim advocates in doing excellent work.
• Development of professional, respectful relationships within the Office and County departments, and with outside agencies.
• Production of well-considered, actionable ideas for budget strategies, especially in the County's current resource-constrained environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility, innovation, and commitment in support of the essential work of the Office.

Why Join Us?:

• Contribute to the success of a mission-driven agency focused on achieving justice in every case.
• Support public safety and community trust through strong internal operations.
• Work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive, and impact-driven environment.

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for County of Santa Clara is Philip Downs.