To: Board of Supervisors
From: David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Report Title: To Reallocate the Salary of the Deputy Sheriff-Per Diem (unrepresented) in the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff.
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 26548 to reallocate the salary of the Deputy Sheriff Per Diem (6XWC) (unrepresented) at salary plan and grade F85 1385 ($6,546.74 - $11,197.14) to salary plan and grade F85 1385 ($10,916.63 - $11,462.46) in the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The estimated maximum annual cost to staff 25 vacant Deputy Sheriff positions utilizing Per Diem Deputies is $3,274,989. If these vacancies were filled by regular full-time Deputy Sheriffs, the annual cost would be approximately $5,232,024. Utilizing Per Diem Deputies is necessary to temporarily support critical operations, and can result in an estimated annual savings of $1,957,035 while maintaining necessary staffing levels and ensuring continuity of public safety services. Funding for these positions is 100% included in the Department's current General Fund allocation budget.
BACKGROUND:
The Sheriff's Office is currently experiencing a notable rate of attrition, as employees continue to seek employment with other agencies offering more competitive compensation. The departure of experienced personnel has a significant impact on operational continuity, increases recruitment and training expenditures, and places additional strain on remaining staff. These factors collectively contribute to employee burnout, diminished morale, and reduced organizational efficiency.
One of the classifications the department is reviewing is the Deputy Sheriff-Per Diem, which can provide support to the organization and serves as a benefit to employees to gain experience before applying for a full-time Deputy Sheriff position in the County. Currently, Deputy Sheriff-Per Diem e...
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