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HR & Compliance Built for California Special Districts
From CalPERS reporting to Brown Act compliance, we handle the complex HR challenges that generic providers miss. Purpose-built for water, fire, parks, utility, and community services districts across California.
HR Compliance Built for California Special Districts
Most HR providers don't understand CalPERS, PEPRA, the Brown Act, or civil service rules. We do. Easeworks provides outsourced HR built specifically for California special districts — no co-employment, no PEO baggage, just compliance protection and a dedicated HR partner.
Compliance Requirements Unique to California Special Districts
Special districts face public-sector compliance obligations that general HR providers aren't equipped to handle. Here's what's at stake.
CalPERS Reporting
Monthly payroll reporting, retirement tier classification, and employer contribution rate management
Misreporting can trigger CalPERS audits and retroactive corrections costing hundreds of thousands
PEPRA Tier Management
Tracking classic vs. PEPRA members, cost-sharing requirements, and pensionable compensation limits
Incorrect tier assignment creates liability for the district and affects employee retirement benefits
AB 1234 Ethics Training
Mandatory 2-hour ethics training for board members receiving compensation or expense reimbursement
Non-compliance can void board member compensation and create legal challenges to district actions
Brown Act Compliance
Open meeting notice requirements, agenda posting, closed session procedures, and public comment protocols
Brown Act violations can invalidate board actions and trigger lawsuits from the public
Why ASO Serves Special Districts Better Than PEO
PEO models require co-employment — a non-starter for most public agencies. Our ASO model gives your district full compliance protection while you remain the employer of record.
ASO for Special Districts
PEO Limitations for Public Agencies
See How We Support Special Districts
Watch our comprehensive overview of specialized HR solutions for public agencies and special districts.
Special Districts CAS Overview
Learn how our specialized solutions help California special districts navigate CalPERS, PEPRA, Brown Act compliance, and civil service requirements effectively.
Comprehensive Special Districts HR Solutions
From CalPERS administration to civil service compliance, we provide end-to-end HR solutions designed specifically for California special districts.
CalPERS & PEPRA Administration
Accurate pension reporting, tier classification, and employer contribution management for California special districts.
Brown Act & AB 1234 Compliance
Stay compliant with California's open meeting and ethics training requirements for public agencies.
Civil Service & Labor Relations
Navigate recruitment, discipline, and grievance processes under your district's civil service rules.
Compensation & Transparency
Meet all California public disclosure requirements and develop competitive compensation strategies.
Outsourced HR Department
Full HR infrastructure for districts that can't justify a full-time HR director — without co-employment.
Budget & Workforce Planning
Strategic workforce planning aligned to your district's fiscal calendar and budget constraints.
California Special Districts We Serve
Every type of California special district has unique HR and compliance requirements. We tailor our services to your district's specific needs.
Water Districts
CalPERS, PEPRA, Brown Act
Fire Protection Districts
Safety retirement tiers, FLSA 207(k)
Recreation & Parks Districts
Seasonal staffing, part-time compliance
Community Services Districts
Multi-function HR support
Sanitary Districts
Safety programs, confined space compliance
Irrigation Districts
Agricultural labor overlap, H-2A
Cemetery Districts
Small staff HR infrastructure
Harbor & Port Districts
Maritime compliance, public sector rules
Free Tool
What Does a District Employee Really Cost?
CalPERS contributions, OPEB liabilities, and benefit costs make public sector employees significantly more expensive than salary alone suggests. Use our calculator to understand your true per-employee cost.
Central California Water District
A 45-employee water district with no dedicated HR staff achieved full compliance in 90 days.
CalPERS Reporting Accuracy
AB 1234 Training Gaps
HR Response Time
To Full Compliance
"We're a 45-person water district with no HR department. Easeworks gave us CalPERS compliance, AB 1234 training tracking, and a dedicated HR partner — everything we needed without hiring a full-time HR director."
Patricia Hernandez
General Manager, Central Valley Water District
Resources for Special District Leaders
Resources for Public Sector Employers
Explore partnership models, compliance tools, and case studies tailored for government agencies.
Partnership Models
Compare PEO, ASO, and HRO options for your district.
Compliance Monitoring
Real-time tracking of public sector regulations and deadlines.
PAGA Risk Check
Audit your wage & hour compliance to prevent costly PAGA claims.
Case Studies
See how other districts improved compliance and cut costs.