A series of so-called "strategic appointments" has been announced by Yolo County.
The Yolo County Administrator's Office explained the appointments will "enhance services and operations in the areas of Climate Action and Sustainability, Communications, Emergency Services, Personnel Administration, Policy Development, Procurement, Contracts, and Budgeting."
Lucas Frerichs, chairman of the Yolo County Board of Supervisors, highlighted the "pivotal role" of the County Administrator's Office in driving positive change and equitable development across the county.
"These strategic appointments and promotions exemplify our collective commitment to building a more resilient and inclusive community where every resident can thrive," stated Frerichs.
"We are very fortunate to have strong support from the Board of Supervisors to appoint five highly talented leaders to positions that will further enhance public service and advance quality of life issues county-wide," added Chief Administrative Officer Gerardo Pinedo.
In all, five people have been hired or promoted, including:
Kristen Wraithwall to Sustainability Manager co-located between the County Administrator's Office and the Department of Community Services. This creates an opportunity for the county to highlight and implement various Climate Action and Sustainability measures to protect the environment.
The position had previously been designated as coordinator and was housed in a department. Wraithwall and the reorganization further underscore the county's dedication to embedding sustainability principles into decision-making processes and operational strategies county-wide.
Wraithwall holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Science and Public Policy from Harvard and a masters' of environmental management from Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies.
Yana Pavlova, meanwhile, is stepping into the role of County Service Areas Manager. Tasked with supervising the efficient and cost-effective delivery of services to unincorporated communities, Pavlova's appointment highlights the county's efforts to ensure "equitable access to essential services and adherence to regulations."
Pavlova holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a Juris Doctor from the UC Davis School of Law. Prior to joining the county, Pavlova practiced law with a focus on commercial litigation and contract disputes.
Yen Nguyen's appointment as associate management analyst for county-wide Policies aligns with the county's "vision of efficient and effective governance and community-driven policy development," stated Pinedo.
Nguyen's role in supporting the County Administrator's Office will focus on policy areas such as health and human services, as well as broader initiatives to increase the county's pursuit of federal grant funding for community programs.
She holds a bachelor of arts degree in Asian American Studies from UC Davis; and she is being promoted from her prior role of administrative services analyst with the Health and Human Services Agency.
Sandra Rodriguez's promotion to administrative services manager reflects the county's "commitment toward efficient, high quality, and cost-effective services," Pinedo stated.
"In this important management role, Rodriguez supports the county administrator as the primary liaison to staff from the Board of Supervisors. She is responsible for leading the county's newly implemented strategic recruitment process; and she is the county administrator's lead on all matters pertaining to personnel management, procurement, and contracts within the County Administrator's Office."
Rodriguez holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Sacramento State University. She previously served on the staff of two Yolo County Supervisors: Jim Provenza and Mariko Yamada.
Laura Galindo's appointment to the Office of Emergency Services "enhances the county's readiness and effectiveness in managing
incidents."
Drawing on her skills in planning and public communications, Galindo will work for the timely and accurate distribution of information, enhancing the community's response and resilience in emergency scenarios.
"In addition to providing crucial support to OES, Galindo will also assist the County Administrator's Office with enhancing county-wide communications," Pinedo stated.
Galindo holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sustainable Enterprise Management from the University of Phoenix, and she joins the county after eight years on the communications team of the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation.
"The County Administrator's Office emphasizes the significance of these appointments in advancing the county's mission of making a difference by enhancing the quality of life for all residents," Pinedo stated. "These appointments reflect Yolo County's values of high quality, efficient, and cost-effective customer service through a diverse workforce reflective of longstanding community values."
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