What are the responsibilities and job description for the LAFCO Executive Officer position at Sonoma County, CA?
Position Information
The County of Sonoma is pleased to accept applications for the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) Executive Officer. Specific details regarding the position and how to apply can be found in the recruitment brochure . Apply by Monday, August 31, 2026.
To be considered for this exciting career opportunity, please apply and attach the following required application materials:
A cover letter,A resume that clearly demonstrates your qualifications, background, and education as they relate to this position’s requirements,Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire (please go to the linked information here to access the required questions), andA minimum of five professional references (who will not be contacted until mutual interest is established).
Important Note: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
County of Sonoma Benefits: Management*
These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
Health Plan: Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generous County contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.
Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired .
IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
Student Loan Debt Relief: County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.
Plus, excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at Labor Agreements & Salary Resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits, including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts, go to Human Resources or contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonomacounty.gov or (707) 565-2900.
*Important Notes: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
The County of Sonoma is pleased to accept applications for the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) Executive Officer. Specific details regarding the position and how to apply can be found in the recruitment brochure . Apply by Monday, August 31, 2026.
To be considered for this exciting career opportunity, please apply and attach the following required application materials:
A cover letter,A resume that clearly demonstrates your qualifications, background, and education as they relate to this position’s requirements,Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire (please go to the linked information here to access the required questions), andA minimum of five professional references (who will not be contacted until mutual interest is established).
Important Note: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
County of Sonoma Benefits: Management*
These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
Health Plan: Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generous County contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.
Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired .
IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
Student Loan Debt Relief: County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.
Plus, excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at Labor Agreements & Salary Resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits, including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts, go to Human Resources or contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonomacounty.gov or (707) 565-2900.
*Important Notes: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific