File #: 15-0114    Name:
Type: General Agenda Item Status: Passed
File created: 2/3/2015 In control: Board of Supervisors
On agenda: 2/10/2015 Final action: 2/10/2015
Title: Authorize advance step placement of Galen Bohner at Step 7 of the Undersheriff salary range effective December 31, 2014 in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) #98-394, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5
Attachments: 1. Board Report, 2. Completed Board Order
Title
Authorize advance step placement of Galen Bohner at Step 7 of the Undersheriff salary range effective December 31, 2014 in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) #98-394, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5

Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution to authorize advance step placement of Galen Bohner at Step 7 of the Undersheriff salary range effective 12/31/2014 in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) #98-394, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5.

SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Sheriff conducted extensive recruitment for the Undersheriff position. Galen Bohner was selected through the process as qualified for this position. He has agreed to accept the position at Step 7 of the 7-step salary range of the position.

Placement at advanced step may be requested to compensate employees commensurate with their specialized knowledge, skills, experience, and recognition of their current compensation. Pursuant to the provisions of the Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) #98-394, Board of Supervisors' approval is required to authorize placement above Step 3 in Unit Y.

Mr. Bohner's knowledge, abilities and work experience warrant his appointment at an advanced step. He is highly qualified for this Undersheriff position. He has 30 plus years of experience between the Monterey County Sheriff's Office and the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. His last assignment with San Bernardino County was as Lieutenant/ Executive Officer of a large dual operation (county and contract city) station. He was responsible for managing the daily operations and budget of the station as well as being the Assistant Police Chief for the contract City of Adelanto. His assignments included leadership roles in Custody, Operations, Narcotics Enforcement, Gang Enforcement, and SWAT.

Mr. Bohner brings 31 years of unique experience in leadership roles, with working kno...

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