Placer County appoints new director of human resources

Placer County has hired Joe Ambrosini as its new director of human resources. Ambrosini will oversee 57 departmental staff and a $7.7 million budget as well as an additional $18.2 million in proprietary funding. Ambrosini served as human resources director for the city of Long Beach since March 2021, where he oversaw more than 85 full- and part-time employees and managed the needs of more than 6,100 city employees. Before Long Beach, he worked in Elk Grove as director of human resources for the Cosumnes Community Services District. "Joe brings a wealth of experience and passion to this role with Placer County and we're pleased to welcome him back to the region," said County Executive Officer Daniel Chatigny. "We love welcoming employees that have roots and connections to our community because they take personal pride in delivering great work. Joe will hit the ground running and provide high-quality human resource services to attract, develop, motivate and retain a skilled workforce here in Placer." Ambrosini joins a department dedicated to providing innovative services and recognition for all county employees. He will collaborate with the County Executive Office, stakeholders, elected officials and the public to deliver quality services and employment opportunities. "It was an honor and a privilege to serve the city of Long Beach for the last four years and I'm thrilled for this next chapter of my journey here in Placer County," Ambrosini said. "I have been privileged to work with talented teams throughout my career that have consistently delivered high-quality engagement and support for employees and residents alike. I look forward to bringing this expertise to Placer County as I move back to Northern California." Learn more about the county's Human Resources department at placer.ca.gov/1665/Human-Resources.