To: Board of Supervisors
From: Ann Elliott, Human Resources Director
Report Title: Purchase Order with Carasoft for LinkedIn Recruiter
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Human Resources Director, to execute (1) a purchase order with Carahsoft Technology Corporation in an amount not to exceed $22,440, and (2) a Subscription Agreement with LinkedIn Corporation, for a vendor-hosted job posting portal for the period October 8, 2025, through October 7, 2026.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The cost for the term of the agreement is within the Human Resources Department FY 25-26 budget. (100% General Fund)
BACKGROUND:
The County has been subscribing to LinkedIn Recruiter through third-party reseller Carahsoft Technology Corporation for several years to publish a select number of job postings that originate in GovernmentJobs.com, Inc. (dba NeoGov), a separate vendor also contracted with the County. LinkedIn Recruiter allows the County to expand its recruitment efforts and connect with qualified candidates through the LinkedIn network. The LinkedIn Subscription Agreement limits LinkedIn’s liability under the agreement to no more than what the County pays LinkedIn during the term of the applicable order form(s).
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the purchase is not approved, the County will not be able to access the vendor’s job posting system, which would significantly hinder the ability to expand recruitment efforts and reach qualified job candidates.