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Authorize the advance step placement for Laura Neal at Step 4 of the Deputy Director Social Services range effective with the beginning date of her employment in accordance with Personnel Policies and Procedures Resolution (PPPR) #98-34, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Authorize the advance step placement for Laura Neal at Step 4 of the Deputy Director Social Services range effective with the beginning date of her employment in accordance with Personnel Policies and Procedures Resolution (PPPR) #98-34, Sections A.1.11.1 and A.1.11.5.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Department of Social Services, in collaboration with CPS HR Consulting (Cooperative Personnel Services), conducted an extensive nationally advertised open, competitive recruitment for the Deputy Director Social Services, Family and Children's Services position. Recruitment began October 17, 2019 and selection interviews were conducted on January 22, 2020 by a six (6) -member panel comprised of diverse cross sector leaders including department heads, executive managers, system partners, and community stakeholders. That process led to the recommendation of Laura Neal for appointment to the Deputy Director Social Services, Family and Children's Services position. Ms. Neal has indicated that she would accept an offer of employment contingent upon approval of appointment to Step 4 of the salary range.
Placement at an advanced step may be requested to compensate an 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 Procedures Resolution (PPPR) #98-394, Board of Supervisors' approval is required to authorize placement above Step 3 in Unit Y.
Ms. Neal has over 30 years in the field of Child Welfare. For 27 years Ms. Neal held various front line, supervisory and management positions in Tole...
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