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SHAKOPEE
TO: Mayor and City Council
Mark McNeill, City Administrator
FROM: Kris Wilson, Assistant City Administrator
DATE: 10/01/2013
SUBJECT: Authorization to Hire Planner 1 (E)
Action Sought
The City Council is asked to authorize the hiring of Alex Sharpe for the position of Planner 1, at
Step F of Grade 6 of the 2013 Non-Union Pay Plan, contingent upon successful completion of the
required background check and pre-employment physical and drug test.
Background
The promotion of Kyle Sobota to the position of Planner II left a vacancy in the City's Planner 1
position. After posting the opening, a total of 70 applications were received. First-round
interviews were conducted with twelve candidates, and four were invited back for second-round
interviews.
Recommendation
The interview panel recommends the hiring of Alex Sharpe for the position of Planner 1. Mr.
Sharpe holds a Master's Degree in Urban Planning from Minnesota State -Mankato and is
currently employed as a Planner for the City of Cedar Rapids, IA.
Relationship to Vision
This item relates to Goal E: Deliver effective and efficient public services with a staff of
well-trained, caring and professional employees.
Requested Action
The Council is asked to authorize the hiring of Alex Sharpe for the position of Planner 1, at Step F
of Grade 6 of the 2013 Non-Union Pay Plan, contingent upon successful completion of the
required background check and pre-employment physical and drug test.
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