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Chief Psychiatric Medical Director*

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San Bernardino County

San Bernardino, CA (In Person)

$498,617 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/17/2026

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Job Description

APPLICATIONS/RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED. APPLY BY JULY 17, 2026, FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION
We offer a competitive salary with bi-annual merit step increases of approximately 2.5% up to top salary step of $498,617 annually. Access the Chief Psychiatric Medical Director• position brochure The County also offers an alternative
MODIFIED BENEFITS OPTION
(MBO) that provides a wage differential of 4% above the base salary rate with modified benefits, including: use of increased pay rate to calculate County contributions to
RMT, 401
(k), and 457(b) plans, leave cash outs, and retirement contribution rate. •For more information, refer to the Behavioral Health Medical Director job description. The Chief Psychiatric Medical Director is an Unclassified position and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority. Shape the future of behavioral health medical services in a nationally recognized department! San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health is seeking a Chief Psychiatric Medical Director to oversee all administrative and clinical operations related to behavioral health and psychiatric care. This executive leader will drive the strategic vision of the department through innovative behavioral health programs that serve the community and prioritize the highest standards of care. They will supervise a direct staff of seven, consisting of associate medical directors and nurse managers, up to 200 indirect reports, and an approximate budget of $43 million. The ideal candidate is an experienced administrator of a large health system with strong knowledge of behavioral health and acute psychiatric care, and will have a hands-on and solution-oriented approach. They will be a positive, energetic, flexible, and influential leader. San Bernardino County is seeking top talent to join the organization at a transformative and exciting time. Empower a dynamic team in the service of others - apply today!
HOW TO APPLY
Submit cover letter and resume to: Craig Southerland (619) 393-9508 csoutherland@publicservicesearch.com
QUESTIONS?
Contact Craig Southerland, Public Service Search at csoutherland@publicservicesearch.com or (619) 393-9508 www.publicservicesearch.com