Organizational Effectiveness

Organizational Effectiveness Team

Washoe County’s Organizational Effectiveness team is responsible for the oversight of the County’s workforce development and organizational planning, training and employee development, diversity and inclusion, employee culture and engagement, succession planning and performance management programs.

These programs include some of the following initiatives:

Organizational Development and training
Leadership development academy for future leaders
Management Development Program
New Employee Orientation
Washoe Stars countywide employee recognition
Employee Knowledge Series
Employee engagement through volunteer opportunities

Learning Management System – Bridge

Washoe County utilizes an online learning program, Bridge, to connect employees with training and learning development opportunities.

Continuing Education

Washoe County values continuing education for staff development and encourages employees to utilize the following programs through their department budget:

Industry seminars and conferences
Tuition reimbursement

Employee Belonging

Washoe County is committed to the principles of belonging. Building this commitment into our policies and practices enhances our organization for employees and enriches the experience of the residents that we serve. A diverse workforce requires an inclusive environment built on a foundation of tolerance and respect for individual differences, values, and perspectives as set forth in Washoe County’s Code of Conduct. Through these core principles, it is the goal of Washoe County’s leadership to create a sense of belonging for all employees and residents served.

Washoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.

Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.

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