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a. Authorize the Director of Human Resources, or designee, to execute a Student Intern Placement Agreement between University of the Pacific and the County of Monterey for placement of students in the Health Department under the Behavioral Health Bureau (BHB) to complete their field practicum experiences, for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2030; and;
b. Approve non-standard risk provisions in the Agreement as recommended by the Director of Human Resources.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Authorize the Director of Human Resources, or designee, to execute a Student Intern Placement Agreement between University of the Pacific and the County of Monterey for placement of students in the Health Department under the Behavioral Health Bureau (BHB) to complete their field practicum experiences, for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2030; and;
b. Approve non-standard risk provisions in the Agreement as recommended by the Director of Human Resources.
SUMMARY:
The Countywide Internship Program (“Internship Program”) was authorized by the Board of Supervisors on July 17, 2017. The Master Student Placement Agreement was authorized by the Board of Supervisors, July 16, 2021, and renewed on July 8, 2025. The primary objectives of the program are to promote student awareness of the diversity of County careers, enhance education and training for the local student population, strengthen overall recruitment of a future workforce, and augment and support a wide range of County functions through avoided cost. This agreement between the County and University of the Pacific will allow students gain experience while achieving their goals and creating a pipeline for future career professionals.
DISCUSSION:
Authorize the Director of Human Resources, or designee, to execute a Student Intern Placement Agreement from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2030, between the University of the Pacific and the County of Monterey....
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