County of Santa Clara Jobs Hiring Now
County of Santa Clara is hiring for 65 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in healthcare administration and program management, with listed salaries up to about $304,000. Migrate Mate updates County of Santa Clara's live openings daily. County of Santa Clara is a large California county government serving residents across the region through public health, social services, criminal justice, infrastructure, and community programs.
Find County of Santa Clara JobsOverview
County of Santa Clara hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 65
- Top team
- Healthcare Administration
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Santa Clara County
- Salary range
- $60,000–$304,000
Listed salaries for County of Santa Clara roles on Migrate Mate range from about $60,000 to $304,000 per year across 65 open roles, as of July 16, 2026. Some roles list hourly contract rates.
Open Roles at County of Santa Clara
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Description
Because we serve patients throughout multiple hospitals and clinics, you may have to work at different sites. We will meet any obligations we may have when this occurs.
Typical Tasks
The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.
- Establishes a agreed upon genetic counseling agenda with the patient and their family;
- Elicits and obtains family history and medical information, including pregnancy development;
- Provides professional psychosocial genetic counseling to individuals regarding hereditary conditions posing potential risks to their children;
- Recommends medical or genetic testing to individuals/families at risk for genetic diseases or birth defects;
- Educates and explains technical and medical aspects of diagnostic and screening methods and reproductive options, including associated risks, benefits, and limitations;
- Coordinates communication between patient and multi-disciplinary medical team in the diagnosis and evaluation of birth conditions;
- Provides direct in-patient and out-patient care, including at satellite clinics;
- Charts, reports, coordinates, and categorizes clinical testing and test results that are approved by the specialty clinician;
- Supervises and teaches genetic counseling interns;
- Educates medical students, nurses, residents, and fellows through research, community outreach, and multi-disciplinary clinic development regarding genetic counseling and treatment services and current medical genetic updates;
- Responds to individuals/families in a timely manner;
- May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required*;
- Performs other duties, as required.
Employment Standards
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities:
Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge and abilities are attained through possession of a Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling/Human Genetics or closely related field;
and
Two (2) years of full-time experience working as a Genetic Counselor equivalent to Genetic Counselor I with the County of Santa Clara.
Special Requirements
- Possess and maintain a Genetic Counselor license issued by the California Department of Public Health, in good standing, for the duration of employment in this classification.
- Possess and maintain a valid certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling, for the duration of employment in this classification.
- Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California driver’s license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization.
- As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs), including extra help. A DSW is required to complete all assigned DSW-related training, and in the event of an emergency, return to work as ordered.
Knowledge of:
- Principles of supervision and training and methods of instruction;
- Clinical expertise in area of specialty;
- Inherited disorders and detectable conditions;
- Effective counseling technique and session structure;
- Benefits and risks of noninvasive screening and invasive diagnostic testing;
- Effective techniques for individual case management and collaboration with multidisciplinary health professionals to promote patient care;
- Relevant community agencies and available public and private support services;
- Age-specific competencies required for effective counseling on cases involving infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics;
- English usage, style, grammar, punctation, and spelling;
- Common computer systems and applications.
Ability to:
- Supervise and assign the work of interns;
- Obtain and interpret family medical histories to assess the chance of disease occurrence or recurrence;
- Work in collaboration with health professionals to assist families facing prenatal genetic abnormalities and birth defects;
- Identify and respond to issues and problems effectively and in a timely manner;
- Maintain confidentiality; listen and obtain clarification to ensure that instructions/requests are fully comprehended;
- Educate individuals, families, and medical professionals about inherited genetic disorders or birth defects and the medical testing, scientific research, clinical trials, psychological resources, and other options available;
- Counsel patients and families to promote informed choices on various treatment options and adaptation to the risk or birth health condition;
- Counsel patients and families with sensitivity toward those at risk of genetic defects or birth disorders;
- Translate complex language of genetic medicine into understandable terms;
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures;
-
Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public, and representatives of other agencies.
Special Requirement - Travel to and provide services at satellite clinics as required.
Description
Because we serve patients throughout multiple hospitals and clinics, you may have to work at different sites. We will meet any obligations we may have when this occurs.
Typical Tasks
The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.
- Establishes a agreed upon genetic counseling agenda with the patient and their family;
- Elicits and obtains family history and medical information, including pregnancy development;
- Provides professional psychosocial genetic counseling to individuals regarding hereditary conditions posing potential risks to their children;
- Recommends medical or genetic testing to individuals/families at risk for genetic diseases or birth defects;
- Educates and explains technical and medical aspects of diagnostic and screening methods and reproductive options, including associated risks, benefits, and limitations;
- Coordinates communication between patient and multi-disciplinary medical team in the diagnosis and evaluation of birth conditions;
- Provides direct in-patient and out-patient care, including at satellite clinics;
- Charts, reports, coordinates, and categorizes clinical testing and test results that are approved by the specialty clinician;
- Supervises and teaches genetic counseling interns;
- Educates medical students, nurses, residents, and fellows through research, community outreach, and multi-disciplinary clinic development regarding genetic counseling and treatment services and current medical genetic updates;
- Responds to individuals/families in a timely manner;
- May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required*;
- Performs other duties, as required.
Employment Standards
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities:
Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge and abilities are attained through possession of a Master's Degree in Genetic Counseling/Human Genetics or closely related field;
and
Two (2) years of full-time experience working as a Genetic Counselor equivalent to Genetic Counselor I with the County of Santa Clara.
Special Requirements
- Possess and maintain a Genetic Counselor license issued by the California Department of Public Health, in good standing, for the duration of employment in this classification.
- Possess and maintain a valid certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling, for the duration of employment in this classification.
- Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California driver’s license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization.
- As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs), including extra help. A DSW is required to complete all assigned DSW-related training, and in the event of an emergency, return to work as ordered.
Knowledge of:
- Principles of supervision and training and methods of instruction;
- Clinical expertise in area of specialty;
- Inherited disorders and detectable conditions;
- Effective counseling technique and session structure;
- Benefits and risks of noninvasive screening and invasive diagnostic testing;
- Effective techniques for individual case management and collaboration with multidisciplinary health professionals to promote patient care;
- Relevant community agencies and available public and private support services;
- Age-specific competencies required for effective counseling on cases involving infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics;
- English usage, style, grammar, punctation, and spelling;
- Common computer systems and applications.
Ability to:
- Supervise and assign the work of interns;
- Obtain and interpret family medical histories to assess the chance of disease occurrence or recurrence;
- Work in collaboration with health professionals to assist families facing prenatal genetic abnormalities and birth defects;
- Identify and respond to issues and problems effectively and in a timely manner;
- Maintain confidentiality; listen and obtain clarification to ensure that instructions/requests are fully comprehended;
- Educate individuals, families, and medical professionals about inherited genetic disorders or birth defects and the medical testing, scientific research, clinical trials, psychological resources, and other options available;
- Counsel patients and families to promote informed choices on various treatment options and adaptation to the risk or birth health condition;
- Counsel patients and families with sensitivity toward those at risk of genetic defects or birth disorders;
- Translate complex language of genetic medicine into understandable terms;
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures;
-
Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public, and representatives of other agencies.
Special Requirement - Travel to and provide services at satellite clinics as required.
Job Roles at County of Santa Clara
Working at County of Santa Clara
County of Santa Clara's 65 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are healthcare administration, program management, and IT support. County of Santa Clara operates across a wide range of government functions, including hospitals and clinics, behavioral health services, child and family welfare, aging and adult services, parks, planning, and public works. Roles span clinical, social work, administrative, engineering, and management disciplines. Most County of Santa Clara roles are based in Santa Clara County, with some in San Jose and Santa Clara.
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How many jobs is County of Santa Clara hiring for right now?
County of Santa Clara is hiring for 65 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in healthcare administration and program management. Openings span clinical, social services, engineering, recreation, and administrative functions across the county government.
What kinds of roles does County of Santa Clara hire for?
The most active teams are healthcare administration, program management, and IT support. County of Santa Clara posts roles across healthcare, social work, behavioral health, public administration, engineering, and labor relations. Current openings include positions in nursing, speech-language pathology, family and children's services, aging and adult services, and communications engineering. Most postings are across all levels.
Are County of Santa Clara jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of County of Santa Clara's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Santa Clara County. Each County of Santa Clara listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at County of Santa Clara?
Find a County of Santa Clara role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing link through to the county's own application portal at sccgov.org, where County of Santa Clara manages hiring directly. Each posting includes the job requirements and instructions for submitting your application to the county.
What do County of Santa Clara jobs pay?
Listed salaries for County of Santa Clara roles on Migrate Mate range from about $60,000 to $304,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at across all levels. Some roles list hourly contract rates. Exact pay is set by County of Santa Clara and shown on each listing.
Does County of Santa Clara hire entry-level?
Most of County of Santa Clara's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual County of Santa Clara listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is County of Santa Clara hiring?
Most County of Santa Clara roles are based in Santa Clara County, with some in San Jose and Santa Clara, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.