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Authorize advance step placement of Irma Ramirez-Bough at Step 5 of the Human Resources Director salary range in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) #98-394, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5, effective upon her transition from her current position as Equal Opportunity Officer.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors authorize advance step placement to Irma Ramirez-Bough at Step 5 of the Human Resources Director salary range effective June 20, 2016, in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) #98-394, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5, effective upon her transition from her current position as Equal Opportunity Officer.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The County Administrative Office hired RJA Management Services, Inc. to conduct an extensive executive recruitment search for the Director of Human Resources position. After a search and interview process, Irma Ramirez-Bough was recommended to be the new Human Resources Department Director. She has accepted contingent on approval of this Step 5 salary and creating a transition plan from her current position as Equal Opportunity Officer.
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.
Ms. Ramirez-Bough is currently the Equal Opportunity Officer since August 2010. During her tenure in this position, she was instrumental in updating the County's Equal Opportunity Plan twice in the last five years and revised and updated the County's Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Ordinance, the Prevention of Sexual Harassment, the Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination and Diversity policies. In addition, she has develo...
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