The County of Santa Clara is seeking a Division Chief, Office of the Assessor.  The Division Chief, Office of the Assessor, working under general direction from the Assistant Assessor, plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs the activities of the Standards, Services and Exemptions Division. The position recommends, develops, implements, and evaluates goals, objectives, policies, and procedures related to those operations; manages the activities of professional and clerical staff; coordinates systems, activities and procedures with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; and provides assistance to the Assessor. The Office of the Assessor is committed to modernization and is looking for a talented professional to lead them through identifying and implementing appropriate improvements. The ideal candidate will be energetic and enthusiastic about innovating the operation, structure, and culture of the Standards, Services and Exemptions Division. They will have the ability and willingness to develop new and unique solutions to meet evolving challenges. Undeterred by conflict, they will manage the expectations of staff and affect a desire to grow and improve. The new Division Chief will need to build a strong collaborative team to successfully navigate the difficulties associated with change while still maintaining excellent products and services. Prior experience working with labor unions on transforming a division or department would be beneficial as would experience with streamlining workflows.