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Authorize an advanced placement at Step 4 for Lori Medina selected for the position of Director of Social Services(11A12), in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution No. 98-394, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5, effective August 3, 2019.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Authorize an advanced placement at Step 4 for Lori Medina selected for the position of Director of Social Services(11A12), in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution No. 98-394, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5, effective August 3, 2019.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Human Resources Department, in collaboration with Executive Search Firm Avery Associates, conducted a nationally advertised open, competitive recruitment for Director of Social Services. A panel of external representatives comprised of executive administrators from other counties and a local community-based organization participated in the competitive interview process leading to the recommendation of Ms. Lori Medina for appointment as Director of Social Services. Ms. Medina has indicated she will accept an offer of employment, contingent on approval of appointment to Step 4 of the salary range.
Placement at an advanced step may be requested to compensate employee commensurate with their specialized knowledge, skill, years of relevant experience, and recognition of their current compensation. Pursuant to the provision of the Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394, Board of Supervisors' approval is required to authorize placement above Step 3 in Unit Y.
Ms. Medina earned a Master of Social Work from University of Southern California in 1992 and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Morris Brown College, Atlanta Georgia in 1990. In addition, Ms. Medina has over 27 years of experience working in County Social services agencies, and in Children and Family Services. She currently serves as the Deputy Director of Social Services of the Family ...
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