The County has 11 great Employee Resource Groups. They are each led by respective board of directors who all demonstrate commitment and stewardship of its members to the various sectors of our community. Get to know our LGBTQ&A ERG President Angela Jackson-Llamas.
Q: How long have you worked for the County and what departments have you worked for? What do you do in your role/what are your job responsibilities?
A: I was hired in 2007 as an Associate Real Property Agent for the Dept. of General Services (DGS), Asset Management Division. I’ve only worked in this department, and I've moved up through the ranks and I'm now a Project Manager in the Real Estate section.
In my current role, my team oversees the acquisitions of property for three County departments: HHSA, DPR and PDS. For HHSA, this primarily includes the development of affordable housing on County land and the development of emergency housing options (shelters). For DPR this includes the acquisition of open space for inclusion into County preserves as well as future active parks and trails. Finally, for PDS this includes the acquisition of Agricultural Easements, designed to conserve properties only for agricultural uses, that could’ve have otherwise been developed.
Q: What’s your workplace superpower?
A: I think I’ve got a pretty cool ability to juggle dozens of things at a time (and I kind of like it!).
Q: Who inspires you?
A: I’m very inspired by people that use their power and voice for good - who are kind and fight for equality and social justice, particularly on issues surrounding gender equality and LGBTQ rights.
Q: What are some resources that you find useful and recommend to others?
A: I’m not sure people realize what an amazing Talent Development team that we have, and the excellent training resources that are available on LMS. Also check out the “Help me know hub” on MS Teams for even more cool resources that are available to County employees.
Q: Who are you outside of work and types of activities do you enjoy?
A: I’m a big fan of urban hiking. I live in University Heights and is such a great walkable area so you will find me doing that multiple times a week. On the weekends I typically shop, brunch with friends or just relax at home with my dogs and my wife. We are also avid travelers! We take a couple vacations a year, most recently to Europe where we rented a car and drove all over England.
