human resources
Knorr to continue as interim El Dorado County CAO for one year
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/03/2015 - 8:39pmIn Placerville today the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors unanimously
appointed Pamela Knorr as the Chief Administrative Officer for an interim period of one year. She replaces Terri Daley who resigned after the Supervisors voted to remove her from the position in November, 2014. Daley reached an agreement with the county that paid her nine months of her annual salary of $204,692.
Kudos: LTVA & South Tahoe Refuse thank the community
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/22/2014 - 6:02pm
Recently the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority, in conjunction with South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling, conducted a “drive and drop” at the LTVA’s California Visitors Center, and curbside collection on regular pick-up days. Once again we were overwhelmed by the generous response from our South Lake Tahoe community. Together we collected over 1,500 pounds of food and toys to benefit Christmas Cheer all Year, plus over $1,200 in cash, $1,000 of which was donated by the Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe.
Douglas County looking for Clerk/Treasurer to fill anticipated vacancy
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/16/2014 - 7:38pm
In anticipation of the resignation of the county's Clerk/Treasurer Ted Thran, Douglas County is looking for a committee to help find a replacement as well as county residents to fill the position.
Thran resigned in August but was re-elected in November. His second resignation is expected. The term will begin on January 5, 2015.
Long time director named Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel Chief Managing Officer.
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/02/2014 - 7:38am
Whole the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel is undergoing $8 million dollars in renovations, the leadership of the hotel formerly known as "Embassy Suites" is also undergoing renovations.
The resort just celebrated a year of independence in April 2014 and is putting into place a management structure that throws away the corporate mold, and invests in the resort’s front line -- its staff.
Metal, cement, dirt and trash filling up South Lake Tahoe's refuse center
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/18/2014 - 11:01pm
It's the sign of a busy construction season in South Lake Tahoe: an overflowing dump. Even though exact numbers aren't yet available, the South Tahoe Refuse (STR) has seen more trash coming through this summer than in years past and crews cannot keep up with all of the extra garbage.
Since the refuse center recycles about 60% of what comes through it's gates, staff is kept busy sorting through the all the garbage and unwanted items that come in.
City and Chamber bring back popular business coaching program
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 10:01pm
Tahoe Tactical Team, the popular business coaching program, is returning due to a federal grant received by the City of South Lake Tahoe. They have joined a partnership with the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce to bring back the program which helps new business owners start up an enterprise or existing business owners take their businesses to the next level.
Douglas County Looking for Residents to Help Decide Next County Manager
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/07/2014 - 1:52pm
The selection process for a Douglas County Manager is moving forward after Douglas County received over 71 applications. The best qualified candidates are currently being reviewed and are slated to be presented to the Board of County Commissioners on July 17, 2014. Following the selection of top candidates, and interview panel including advisory members from the public will be part of the extensive interview process.
City of South Lake Tahoe Hires New Administrative Services Director
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/25/2014 - 6:39pm
City Manager Nancy Kerry today announced the selection of Mark Carlson as Administrative Services Director. Mr. Carlson is anticipated to begin his service with the City in early April.
Sierra-At-Tahoe Resort Looking for Employees
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/24/2013 - 7:46pm
Event Date:
November 2, 2013 - 9:00am
Sierra-at-Tahoe® Resort will host a job fair to fill seasonal positions for the coming winter season on November 2, 2013 at the Sierra™ Resort base lodge near South Lake Tahoe from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Operational departments will be interviewing and hiring seasonal workers including Lift Operations, Retail, Food & Beverage, Adult Ski & Snowboard School, Wild Mountain Children’s Center, Blizzard Mountain, Guest Services, Parking, Rental & Repair Services and Ticket Administration. Positions range from full-time November through April to Weekends and Holidays only.
South Lake Tahoe appoints public works, administrative service directors
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 07/14/2013 - 1:06am
South Lake Tahoe City Manager Nancy Kerry announced Friday the appointment of Raymond Jarvis as director of Public Works and Mary Morris as Administrative Services director both of whom will begin their service with the City on August 12.
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals mixer tonight at Naked Fish
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 11:34am
Event Date:
May 15, 2013 - 6:30pm
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals will host its May mixer at Naked Fish's recently remodeled Lounge, tonight, May 15, from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Festivities will consist of a free sake beverage, discounts on the entire menu, networking and several raffle prizes including a $50 Naked Fish gift card.
El Dorado County awards $2.6 million contract to Maine-based Tyler Technologies
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 5:20pmThe El Dorado County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday awarded a $2.6 million contract to Yarmouth, Maine-based Tyler Technologies to replace its current financial, payroll and human resources systems.
Eleven companies proposed bids and the county spent 18 months researching those bids, according to a news release. The money for the contract will come from the county's reserve for capital projects. Supervisors also OK'd $3 million to hire additional staff to assist with implementation and conversion of the project.
Below is the news release issued by El Dorado County.
Former Thunder Valley employee sentenced for embezzlement
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 02/07/2013 - 1:30pmU.S. District Judge Morrison C. England Jr. sentenced Erika Michele Carlton, 38, of Roseville, to 18 months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, for theft from an Indian tribal government, United States Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner announced. Judge England also ordered her to pay $236,050 in restitution.
This case was the product of an investigation by the United States Secret Service and the Placer County Sheriff’s Department. Assistant United States Attorney Kyle Reardon prosecuted the case.
Legal Update for California and Nevada Business Leaders and Managers
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/24/2013 - 4:04pmEvent Date:
February 1, 2013 - 9:00am
The business community is invited to attend a lively employment law update “What’s on Your Mind?” Friday, Feb. 1, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce located at 169 Highway 50 at Stateline.
Sponsored by the Tahoechamber in partnership with the Sierra Human Resources Association, this seminar includes updated information managers and business professionals need to know for 2013. The popular format includes a great presentation followed by plenty of time to ask our pair of attorneys from both California and Nevada anything that’s on your mind.
District employee absences total more than $1 million
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/23/2012 - 5:24pmEmployee leaves in the Douglas County School District have incurred general fund costs of more than $1 million in the last two years, according to the findings of a human resources report.In the 20...
Heavenly, Kirkwood look to hire 2,250 workers for ski season
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/03/2012 - 3:06pmEvent Date:
October 20, 2012 - 9:00am
Imagine working at the place where you normally play. Heavenly Mountain Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort in Lake Tahoe are giving candidates that opportunity by hiring 1,500 employees and 750 employees, respectively, for the 2012-13 winter season. On Saturday, October 20, the annual job fair will be held jointly for Heavenly and Kirkwood at the California Main Lodge at Heavenly from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows’ Job Interview Fair set for Nov. 3
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 09/15/2012 - 4:15amEvent Date:
November 3, 2012 - 10:00am
Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows will be hosting a seasonal job interview fair Saturday, November 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The job fair will take place at the Olympic House at Squaw Valley and will include interviews for a wide range of positions including ski/snowboard school instructors, lift operations, grooming, terrain parks, culinary services, rental services, retail, security, product sales and services, and parking. Opportunities include full-time as well as part time positions. Skiing or snowboarding abilities are not required for all available positions.
Lake Tahoe Community College accreditation status reaffirmed
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 02/03/2012 - 7:19pmLake Tahoe Community College received notice today from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges accrediting commission that the college's accreditation is being reaffirmed.
California labor law issues to be discussed
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/05/2012 - 1:45amAs part of its Chamber EDucation program, the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce and the Sierra Human Resources Association is hosting a le...
TRPA Brings Holiday Cheer to Families in Need
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 1:11pm
By Kristi Boosman
Staff and members of the Governing Board at the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency got into the holiday spirit this year by trying to make the holidays a little nicer for some local children and families in need.
“We know many local families are struggling this year,” said Jill Larson, one of the organizers of TRPA’s holiday drive. “The staff really wanted to help,” she said.
Squaw Valley Job fair Nov. 11
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 5:31am
Squaw Valley will host the resort’s seasonal job interview fair on Friday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Taking place in the Palisades Conference Room adjacent to the lobby of The Village at Squaw Valley, the interview fair will include interviews for a wide range of positions including snowsports instructors, ski patrol, lift operations, grooming, terrain parks, culinary services, rental services, retail, security, parking, product sales and services, and transportation.
Sexual harassment class for business owners, managers
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/20/2011 - 11:33pmThe North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce and the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Sierra Human Resources Association are offering ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../sexual-harassme...
