HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.D.1 Authorization to Hire Police Officer Consent Business 4. A 1.
SHAKOPEE
TO: Mayor and City Council
Mark McNeill, City Administrator
FROM: Kris Wilson, Assistant City Administrator
DATE: 01/21/2014
SUBJECT: Authorization to Hire Police Officer(E)
Action Sought
The Council is asked to authorize the hiring of Adam Predovich for the position of police officer,
at Step 1 of the current labor agreement wage scale, subject to successful completion of the
required pre-employment screenings.
Background
The Police Department currently has one vacancy in its authorized ranks of 35 patrol officers.
The Police Civil Service Commission has conducted a testing process resulting in an Eligible
Register of nine candidates dated December 19, 2013.
Under Civil Service rules, the names of the top three candidates on the Eligible Register are
forwarded to the City Council. The top three candidates, listed in alphabetical order are:
Shane L. Duncan
Tyrone Karst-Adams
Adam Predovich
Recommendation
Chief Tate recommends the hiring of Adam Predovich for the position of police officer. An
in-depth background check has already been completed, however, he must still complete the
required pre-employment physical, drug test, functional capacity exam and psychological
evaluation.
Budget Impact
This is an existing, budgeted position within the Police Department.
Relationship to Vision
This item relates to Goal E: Deliver effective, efficient public services by a staff of well-trained,
caring and professional employees.
Requested Action
The Council is asked to authorize the hiring of Adam Predovich for the position of police officer,
at Step 1 of the current labor agreement wage scale, subject to successful completion of the
required pre-employment screenings.
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