
David Albaugh
Personnel Administrator
Anaheim Public Utilities
Anaheim Public Utilities
Personnel Administrator
I make sure the right people are in the right places with the right knowledge to succeed in my organization.
One of the things I love about my job is that I don't have a typical workday. Some days I am recruiting, interviewing and hiring. Other days I am developing and delivering training. I may spend time researching and devloping policies, investigating incidences, and coaching other employees to perform at a higher level.
Here's the first step for college students
This field of work is a balance of technical skills and soft skills. There are particular areas of education related to human resources, labor relations, and employee relations. But the most practical training I have found is actually getting out into the field and seeing the principles applied in action. Look for internship opportunities or take the time to work different jobs at different levels to get an understanding of system-wide thinking.
"You should pick these classes, take that job, pay your dues, follow the path laid out for you. There is a "plan" that you need to follow to be happy."