Contra Costa County Employment & Human Services Referral Bonus Program

Contra Costa County's Employment & Human Services Department has initiated a Referral Bonus Program to attract top talent, particularly in tech and product roles. This initiative aims to leverage existing employees' networks to fill critical positions with highly skilled professionals. Below is a detailed overview of the program, including eligibility, bonus amounts, and applicable roles.

Key Details of the Referral Bonus Program

Eligibility

• Who Can Refer: All full-time and part-time employees of Contra Costa County are eligible to participate in the referral program.
• Who Can Be Referred: Candidates must be external applicants who are not already in the recruitment process with Contra Costa County.
• Applicable Roles: While the program is open to various positions across the department, there is a particular emphasis on tech and product roles, which include:
  • Software Developers
  • Data Analysts
  • Product Managers
  • IT Support Specialists
  • UX/UI Designers

Bonus Structure

• Bonus Amounts:
  • Tech/Product Roles: $2,000 per successful referral
  • Other Roles: $1,000 per successful referral
• Payment Timeline: The bonus will be paid in two installments:
  1. 50% upon the new hire’s completion of their probationary period.
  2. 50% after the new hire completes six months of employment.

Process

1. Referral Submission: Employees must submit referrals through the official Contra Costa County referral portal, including the candidate’s resume and the referring employee’s details.
2. Tracking: HR will track the referral process and maintain communication with the referring employee regarding the status of their referral.
3. Eligibility Confirmation: Bonuses are contingent on the new hire completing the specified employment duration without any performance issues.

Impact and Benefits

The Referral Bonus Program is designed to:

• Enhance Talent Acquisition: By incentivizing current employees to refer