BREAKING: The Morrow County Board of Commissioners has just approved the appointment of a new senior human resources director during an urgent session held in Heppner on August 29, 2023. Board Chair David Sykes confirmed the decision immediately after exiting an executive session focused on the hiring of a public officer.
Sykes motioned to direct Administrator Matt Jensen to extend a conditional offer for the HR director position, although he did not disclose the name of the selected candidate. This key appointment is expected to have a significant impact on Morrow County’s employment policies and recruitment strategies.
Following the motion, the board unanimously approved a plan for Commissioner Gus Peterson to meet with the new HR hire and Jensen to review the county’s employment policies. “I just want to provide clarity on what are the tools that we are comfortable with. Let’s use those,” Peterson stated, emphasizing the importance of effective recruitment and payroll discussions following the executive session.
Commissioner Jeff Wenholz expressed his intention to further evaluate Peterson’s recommendations in an upcoming work session, highlighting a collaborative approach to strengthen the county’s HR capabilities.
This decision comes at a time when Morrow County is seeking to enhance its workforce management, making this HR position crucial for future operations. The community is eager to see how this strategic move will unfold and what improvements will be implemented under new leadership.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. The hiring of a new HR director marks an essential step for Morrow County, aiming to foster a more efficient and responsive human resources environment.