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TO: Mayor and City Council
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FROM: Kris Wilson, Assistant City Administrator �,��}�,��
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SUBJECT: Authorization to Hire Accountant
DATE: October 13, 2011
INTRODUCTION:
The City Council is asked to authorize the hiring of Melissa Schlingman for the position of
Accountant.
BACKGROUND:
On September 6, the Council approved a job description for the position of Accountant,
authorized placement of the position in Grade 7 of the City's non-union pay plan, and directed
staff to proceed with the hiring process. As a result of advertisements and recruitment, a total of
28 applications were received. Six individuals were selected for interviews, which took place on
October 10.
Based on these interviews and reference checks, staff is recommending that Melissa Schlingman
be hired for the position of Accountant. Ms. Schlingman holds a bachelor's degree in accounting
from Yhe College of St. Benedicts and is currently employed as a senior auditor for Kem,
DeWenter, Viere.
VISIONING RELATIONSHIP:
This agenda item relates to Goal E: Deliver effective and efficient public services by a staff of
well-trained, caring and professional employees.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that Melissa Schlingman be hired at Step D of Grade 7($59,547) of the City's
2011 Non-Union Pay Plan, contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment
physical/drug test and background check, and subject to the customazy one-year probationary
period.
ACTION REQUESTED:
If the Council concurs, it should offer a motion to authorize hiring Melissa Schlingman for the
position of Accountant at Step D of Grade 7 of the City's 2011 Non-Union Pay Plan, contingent
upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical/drug-test and background check.