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Board unanimously appoints Nicole Coburn as Santa Cruz County executive officer
Summary
After a nationwide search spanning 139 applicants, the Board unanimously appointed Nicole Coburn as County Executive Officer; HR reported an annual salary at step 6 ($352,393) and an anticipated start date of Oct. 25, 2025.
The Board of Supervisors formally approved the appointment of Nicole Coburn to the position of County Executive Officer following a nationwide search. Ajita Patel, human resources director, told the board the search drew 139 applicants and included a multi-day selection process and a technical panel of community stakeholders; the board unanimously supported Coburn as the final candidate.
Patel reported…
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