To: Board of Supervisors
From: Ann Elliott, Human Resources Director
Report Title: ADOPT Ordinance No. 2025-12
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
ADOPT Ordinance No. 2025-12 amending the County Ordinance Code to add the new classification of Children and Family Services Deputy Bureau Director - Exempt.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact to amend the County Ordinance Code. Future action to add a position of this classification in the Employment and Human Services Department will result in a cost increase of $23,577 per year and $23,577 in FY 25-26. This position will be funded by 10% County, 50% Federal, and 40% State funds.
BACKGROUND:
Human Resources previously conducted a salary study that resulted in the adjustment of the CFS Director - Exempt (XAD5) classification. As part of that study and action, the determination was also made that the CFS variation of the EHS Deputy Bureau Director - Exempt (XAD2) has specific responsibilities and background requirements that indicated the need to establish a separate classification.
The CFS Deputy Bureau Director - Exempt position provides 24/7 support and leadership for Child Protective Services ICPS) and after-hours support for adult Protective Services (APS) matters to ensure immediate response capabilities and continuity of service delivery. The duties and responsibilities of this role exceed those of the EHS Deputy Bureau Direct _ Exempt due to the need for constant availability and specialized expertise in managing critical, time-sensitive cases.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, the Employment and Human Services Department will have difficulties recruiting qualified candidates, impacting its ability to fulfill its mission effectively.
CHILDREN’S IMPACT STATEMENT:
This position adjustment resolution supports all of Contra Costa County’s community outcomes of the Children’s Report Card,
(1) "Children Ready for and Succeeding in School";
(2) "Children and Youth Healthy and Preparing for Productive Adulthood";
(3) "Families that are Economically Self-Sufficient";
(4) "Families that are Safe, Stable and Nurturing"; and
(5) "Communities that are Safe and Provide a High Quality of Life for Children and Families.”