Senior Revenue and Recovery Officer-26247704
County of San Diego, San Diego, CA, United States
Introduction
Do you have a passion for the legal field, finance, and debt collection? Are you looking for an exciting new career? Don't miss out on this opportunity. APPLY NOW!
Interview and Hiring Timeline
Interviews will take place the week of May 18th, 2026 and job offers will be made the week of May 25th, 2026.
Future Salary Increases
June 2026 – 4.30% increase to base pay (3.00% Across‑Board + 1.30% Market Adjustment)
June 2027 – 4.80% increase to base pay (3.50% Across‑Board + 1.30% Market Adjustment)
Position Overview
The Office of Revenue and Recovery is seeking motivated self‑starters who are interested in supervising and leading a team of Revenue and Recovery Officers and Administrative Professionals.
This position supervises activities responsible for the collection of debts owed to the County for purposes other than property taxes and child support. Responsibilities include obtaining and analyzing financial information; negotiating payment agreements; enforcing collections through written correspondence, telephone, and personal interviews; and determining the feasibility of pursuing litigation. In addition, this role is responsible for the more specialized and difficult enforcement and collections work in the Legal Enforcement Division.
The leader in this position will have experience leading complex projects, interpreting legislation, statutes, and/or policies, and demonstrated excellence in managing and leading teams. Successful candidates are subject matter experts who proactively identify and mitigate risks. They are skilled and tactful communicators, with experience motivating staff to perform at the top levels. This leader will demonstrate ethics and integrity through action and impeccable follow‑through on all assignments.
Leadership Core Competencies
Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Is motivated to perform beyond the requirements of the position
Remains optimistic and persistent even under adversity
Supports the big picture
Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long‑term interests of the organization
Recognizes strengths and weaknesses of others and how to best manage them
Recruits and develops a diverse workforce
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of satisfactory job performance as a Revenue and Recovery Officer at the County of San Diego (i.e., the applicant must have received overall Standard on all performance reports covering the two (2) years of experience); or
Three (3) years of experience in a public, private, or retail credit/debt collection environment with independent responsibility for planning the extent and methods of collection and enforcement, including (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity.
Notes:
Completion of appropriate coursework from an accredited U.S. college or university, or certified foreign studies equivalency, may substitute for up to one year of the required experience as listed above.
Related legal or case management experience will be considered qualifying.
Conditions of Employment
Prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre‑employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional background investigations may be conducted based on job‑related activities. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, on a case‑by‑case basis.
EEO Statement
The County of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. The County places a strong emphasis on fairness and equal access, and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
Veteran Preference
The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers. Please read the Veteran's Preference Policy for additional information.
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Do you have a passion for the legal field, finance, and debt collection? Are you looking for an exciting new career? Don't miss out on this opportunity. APPLY NOW!
Interview and Hiring Timeline
Interviews will take place the week of May 18th, 2026 and job offers will be made the week of May 25th, 2026.
Future Salary Increases
June 2026 – 4.30% increase to base pay (3.00% Across‑Board + 1.30% Market Adjustment)
June 2027 – 4.80% increase to base pay (3.50% Across‑Board + 1.30% Market Adjustment)
Position Overview
The Office of Revenue and Recovery is seeking motivated self‑starters who are interested in supervising and leading a team of Revenue and Recovery Officers and Administrative Professionals.
This position supervises activities responsible for the collection of debts owed to the County for purposes other than property taxes and child support. Responsibilities include obtaining and analyzing financial information; negotiating payment agreements; enforcing collections through written correspondence, telephone, and personal interviews; and determining the feasibility of pursuing litigation. In addition, this role is responsible for the more specialized and difficult enforcement and collections work in the Legal Enforcement Division.
The leader in this position will have experience leading complex projects, interpreting legislation, statutes, and/or policies, and demonstrated excellence in managing and leading teams. Successful candidates are subject matter experts who proactively identify and mitigate risks. They are skilled and tactful communicators, with experience motivating staff to perform at the top levels. This leader will demonstrate ethics and integrity through action and impeccable follow‑through on all assignments.
Leadership Core Competencies
Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Is motivated to perform beyond the requirements of the position
Remains optimistic and persistent even under adversity
Supports the big picture
Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long‑term interests of the organization
Recognizes strengths and weaknesses of others and how to best manage them
Recruits and develops a diverse workforce
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of satisfactory job performance as a Revenue and Recovery Officer at the County of San Diego (i.e., the applicant must have received overall Standard on all performance reports covering the two (2) years of experience); or
Three (3) years of experience in a public, private, or retail credit/debt collection environment with independent responsibility for planning the extent and methods of collection and enforcement, including (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity.
Notes:
Completion of appropriate coursework from an accredited U.S. college or university, or certified foreign studies equivalency, may substitute for up to one year of the required experience as listed above.
Related legal or case management experience will be considered qualifying.
Conditions of Employment
Prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre‑employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional background investigations may be conducted based on job‑related activities. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, on a case‑by‑case basis.
EEO Statement
The County of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. The County places a strong emphasis on fairness and equal access, and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
Veteran Preference
The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers. Please read the Veteran's Preference Policy for additional information.
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