RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Seasoned human resources executive Diana Leibrich was recently named Western’s human resources manager. Leibrich, who has nearly 20 years of public-sector human resources experience, is looking forward to continuing Western’s vital commitment to developing a leading-edge workforce that creates greater efficiency and value for District customers.
“Diana has a proven track record of developing human resources initiatives,” said General Manager John Rossi. “Coupled with her passion for public service and commitment to teamwork, she is an excellent addition to the District’s leadership team.”
As human resources manager, Leibrich is responsible for the District’s recruitment efforts, benefits, organizational effectiveness, learning and development, negotiations and employee relations. She reports to Rossi.
Prior to Western, Leibrich’s professional experience included serving as the human resources division manager at the city of San Bernardino where she was responsible for planning, organizing and managing the city’s human resources management program. She also worked at the county of San Bernardino for more than a dozen years serving in various human resources positions, including human resources division manager for the county’s Fire and Special district’s departments, and as a human resources officer II/III. Leibrich holds a bachelor of science in criminal justice from San Diego State University and a master’s in public administration from the University of Southern California. She currently resides in Highland with her husband and son.
