The County of San Diego - Sheriff's Office invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of:

CHIEF OF PSYCHIATRY 

Salary:  The anticipated hiring salary range for this position is $360,000 to $370,000 annually. In addition to base salary, candidates may be compensated at an additional 10% for Board Certified Specialty and 5% for relevant Sub-Specialty.

The Chief of Psychiatry for the Sheriff’s Office will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for County-operated and contracted adult mental health clinical programs as well as programs and services provided within County detention facilities. This position will review, evaluate, and provide oversight to such programs. The Chief of Psychiatry will also serve as the principal psychiatric advisor to the Sheriff’s Office executive leadership team concerning psychotropic treatment, medications, mental health care, substance use and co-occurring disorders, suicide prevention, and the evaluation of clinical practices.

The ideal candidate will be a Board-certified Psychiatrist, licensed by the California Medical Board. The ideal candidate will also possess a professional history that demonstrates the ability to work closely and cooperatively with Sheriff’s command staff and support managers, as well as be able to review and develop policies and practices for the mental health programs administered under the purview of Sheriff’s Office.

To view a detailed job brochure outlining the duties and responsibilities of the position, go to: 

https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/hr/jobs/Chief_Psychiatry_Shf2026_Final.pdf

Minimum Requirements

1.  A valid license to practice medicine in the State of California at time of appointment; AND,
2.  Three years of full-time administrative experience managing children/adult regional mental health programs, one (1) year of which must have been in a community   mental health program.
3.  Demonstrate completion of a General Psychiatric Residency in an ACGME approved residency program.

Application Process And Recruitment Schedule

1.  Complete the online application:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sdcounty/jobs/5500561/chief-of-psychiatry-26033509u?  pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
2.  Attach your résumé and cover letter.
3.  Attach a copy of your certificate of completion or verification for your General Psychiatry Residency in an ACGME approved residency program.