ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The Administrative Services Department is a complex mix of divisions that represent a broad spectrum of services to both the citizenry and other operational departments within the City of Costa Mesa. These divisions include Human Resources, Risk Management, Recreation, Information Technology and Telecommunications. The following is a breakdown of the details encompassing each of the divisions.
The Human Resources Division provides responsive and timely Human Resources services to City departments to achieve the selection and development of individuals who can provide the highest quality services to the community.
The Human Resources Section's recruitment and selection system reflects a strong commitment to equal employment opportunity principles to achieve a work force representative of the community. The Section promotes the development of productive employees through meaningful training and recognition programs and promotional opportunities. The Human Resources Division is committed to maintaining equitable compensation systems reflective of the local labor marketplace and providing effective and responsible administration of negotiated labor agreements through a partnership with the City's four employee associations and City management staff.
The Risk Management Section is responsible for the development, administration, and maintenance of programs to protect City assets, property and operational resources; workers' compesation and, administration of employee benefit plans. These programs include:
- Real and Personal Property Protection, including related insurance procurement
- Civil Liability, including clams administration, loss funding and loss prevention/control
- Workers Compensation, including claims administration oversight, loss funding, and workplace safety
- Retirement, health and welfare benefit plans for active and retired employees