Placer County

Hello, friends! I am THRILLED to say we are looking for a bilingual PIO. Come work with me! We have a great, supportive team and some important work ahead. Check out the full job description for more. We’re hiring one Public Information Officer (bilingual English/Spanish), which may be filled at either the I (entry) or II (journey) level depending on qualifications: https://lnkd.in/g6SCRCiS  https://lnkd.in/gBVvigQf (You will also have the pleasure of working with Raul Martinez, who is clearly as good a sport as he is a boss).

Placer continues to be a leader in recycling thanks in part to upgrades at Western Placer Waste Management Authority's materials recovery facility in west Placer County. Take a look at the innovative tech helping us meet state waste diversion requirements while ensuring 100% community participation in recycling.

Congratulations to our Placer County Conservation Program (PCCP) on the acquisition of Raccoon Creek Ranch north of Lincoln!

Add best cookie in California to our Placer County Probation Department's long list of accomplishments. Congrats, Mark! How do we place an order? 🍪

Placer County Animal Services program manager Katie Ingram has joined an elite group of animal welfare professionals — just 352 individuals worldwide — by earning the Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) designation. The CAWA credential is known for its high professional standards and rigorous exam process. It’s the gold standard in the field, and we’re proud to have Katie bringing that standard to Placer County. In addition, Katie also recently joined the CalAnimals (California Animal Welfare Association) Board, representing Placer at the state level.

Thanks to KCRA 3 & My58 Television for having our WIC supervisor, Marcia Barnes, on this morning to talk about new cards that allow customers to use their benefits at local farmers' markets!

Placer County has been the setting for so many great films and commercials. Expanded state tax credits could mean even more productions will feature our varied landscapes on the silver screen. Read why:

The Placer County Youth Commission kicked off their new year with a full-day summer retreat—bringing together new and returning members to set priorities. From brainstorming to bonding, these young leaders are ready to amplify youth voices across our county. 💬💡

Congratulations to Placer County District 2 Supervisor Shanti Landon on her re-appointment as Rural Development Subcommittee Vice Chair for the National Association of Counties Agriculture and Rural Affairs Policy Steering Committee, and as a member of the Rural Action Caucus. Supervisor Landon will continue to help shape national policy on agriculture, rural development, USDA programs, conservation, and more — representing both Placer County and California’s rural communities on the national stage. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gvRFRuAu

I am hiring! Come join an organization that is gearing up for growth! This is a ground floor opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals, caring for public recreation areas and trails across a diverse landscape. From urban parks and greenways in west Placer to foothills trails and Tahoe beaches, the environment provides a rich learning experience for anyone interested in outdoor recreation, horticulture, forestry, public project management and more.