Date: February 6th 2010

Correction and Job Announcement

First of all, a correction to the February Interfaith Calendar- thanks to Joey Lee of the San Jose Presbytery for pointing out that I had the date for Chinese New Year incorrect. The correct date for this year is February 14th.

Secondly, the Office of Human Relations is looking for a new manager- here's the job annoucement from Supervisor Dave Cortese:

Many of you may not be aware of the County of Santa Clara’s Office of Human Relations. This office was started in 1973 and under the leadership of the late Jim McEntee, became a proactive outlet for community relations, education and civil and human rights, conflict resolution and the elimination of prejudice and discrimination for our county. Whether we live in an age of good or challenging economic and political times, this office will always be needed to protect the distinct voices in our community.

In the county’s 2009 recommended budget, this Office was slated for dissolution. I was proud to lead the effort to restore it as a functioning entity of county government and launch a process to renew its role here in Santa Clara County. This process includes the hiring of a new manager for the Office itself. Needless to say, the candidate who assumes this role has to have their pulse on the community, be in touch with the myriad cultures that reside in our county and have an artful but firm way of protecting the rights of all our residents.

If you or someone you know might be right for this important position, please visit the job posting at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/santaclara/default.cfm

The application deadline is February 19, 2010. Please help ensure that a champion of the people fills this position.

Thanks,
Dave Cortese, Santa Clara County Supervisor, Third District

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