BACKGROUND:
Human Resources supports the establishment of the Chief of Plant Operations-Exempt classification and is hereby introducing Ordinance 2018-09 to exempt the classification from the merit system to provide the Health Services Department the ability to direct operational and functional areas of Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) and its Health Centers. The incumbent will address urgent regulatory compliance to ensure the safe delivery of patient clinical care for County residents. This class requires a high level of skill, knowledge and ability to make independent decisions within established policies and procedures set forth by the CCRMC Chief Executive Officer, Board of Supervisors, and Federal, State and County laws, ordinances and regulations. The incumbent will report directly to the Health Services Director.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not approved, there will not be an exempt plant operations classification to oversee, direct and manage the variety and magnitude of plant operations at the County's Hospital and Clinics.