Program Description
Talent Acquisition & Management
The Talent Acquisition and Management Division attends to the full scope of an employee's career, from onboarding to future growth and development. The Recruitment and Selection Team serves as the strategic hub for attracting and securing top talent and is often the first contact jobseekers have with County government. The team proactively sources and engages highly skilled, competent, and diverse candidates who possess the qualifications necessary to deliver on the County's workforce needs. The team's expertise extends beyond traditional recruitment, as it provides guidance and support to departments and agencies aligned to their specific service needs. Services include strategic workforce planning, advisory services related to sourcing tools and platforms, and comprehensive training on interviewing and selection techniques.
Furthermore, the team plays a pivotal role in facilitating career growth and mobility within County government, through administration of transfers, demotions, promotions, and noncompetitive reappointments. Their commitment to fairness and transparency is evident in their efforts to develop and validate candidate qualifications, ensuring a level playing field for all applicants. By delivering informative community and employee briefings on the County's employment process and interview/resume preparation, the team empowers individuals to navigate the application process successfully. This dedication to fostering a well-informed and engaged applicant pool strengthens the County's ability to attract and retain top talent and promote a high-performing workforce.
The Classification and Compensation Team plays a crucial role in assuring competitive alignment of the County's classification and compensation plan. The team ensures that all positions are accurately classified and graded in accordance with the County's Classification Plan and compensation policies through a rigorous process of evaluation. This work guarantees that employees receive equitable compensation that aligns with their contributions and the market value of their roles.
Further, the team actively monitors and ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and County laws, as well as the County's personnel regulations, collectively bargained agreements, and industry best practices. This proactive approach safeguards the organization from potential legal issues and fosters a positive employee experience.
The Professional Learning and Organizational Development team fosters a successful and full employee life cycle for all County employees, from new employee orientation and onboarding, through emerging and new supervisor development, and culminating in employee offboarding. The team administers employee orientation and onboarding, tuition assistance, performance planning and appraisals, learning and development design and delivery, mandatory and voluntary skills training, and employee engagement and recognition activities.