To: Board of Supervisors
From: Human Resources
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: 4/5th
SUBJECT:
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Delegate Authority to the Director of Human Resources and the County Administrative Officer to Approve Extensions of Extra Help Appointments Past the 960 Hours (4/5 Vote Required)
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
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That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Per Salary Resolution Section 7, agree to delegate the authority to approve extensions of extra help appointments past 960 hours to the Director of Human Resources and the County Administrative Officer, or their designees (4/5 Vote Required).
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board's Strategic Plan.
Area of Focus: Workforce & Operational Excellence
Strategic Plan Category: 3001 - Support a well-trained workforce
DISCUSSION:
The county utilizes Extra Help employees to provide essential short-term staffing support for workload fluctuations, special projects, seasonal needs, and to maintain continuity of operations during recruitment for vacant positions. Under current practice, Extra Help employees are limited to working no more than 960 hours in a fiscal year, unless an extension is approved in accordance with county policy and applicable state and federal regulations. Extensions beyond 960 hours are sometimes necessary to maintain critical services, avoid disruptions to departmental operations, or ensure adequate coverage during emergency or unanticipated circumstances.
At present, requests to extend Extra Help appointments beyond 960 hours require approval by the Board of Supervisors. While this process ensures appropriate oversight, it can also create delays for departments that need timely staffing continuity, particularly when operational circumstances arise between Board meeting cycles. These delays may affect service delivery, increase workload strain on existing staff, and reduce the county's ability to respond quickly to emergent needs.
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