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SOCIAL SERVICES / PERSONNEL
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Requested Action(s)
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a) OTHER THAN “A” STEP - Request approval to appoint the applicant as Social Worker Supervisor I, Range 39, Step B, effective 4/16/25 or upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements
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Financial Impact:
Appropriate funding is in the agency’s budget to cover this expenditure. The bi-weekly salary for the position Range 39 Step A is $2,608.80 ($32.61 hourly). The increased cost from A to B is approximately $3,390.40 in annual salary. The Department has sufficient funds budgeted for this position. There is no impact on the General Fund.
Background Information:
The Department of Social Services requests placement at Other Than A Step, Range 39, Step B for a Social Worker Supervisor I. Our candidate meets more than the minimum qualifications of this position and has a master’s degree. The candidate brings over ten years of professional experience in public service with six of those years in the role of a Social Worker. Additionally, the candidate has over two years of supervisor experience in their current role as a Senior Social Worker.
If this action is not approved, the Department will lose an opportunity to hire a highly qualified applicant.
The Personnel Office has reviewed the candidate’s qualifications and is in agreement with placement at Salary Range 39, Step B upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.