HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.C.5. Authorization to Hire Communications Coordinator L{.C.
CITY OF SHAKOPEE Y
Memorandum "
TO: Mayor and City Council
Mark McNeill, City Administrator
FROM: Kris Wilson, Assistant City Administrator
SUBJECT: Authorization to Hire Communications Coordinator
DATE: November 14, 2012
Requested Action
The City Council is asked to authorize hiring Kristin Holtz for the position of Communications
Coordinator.
Background:
At its October 2 meeting, the Council accepted the resignation of Communications Coordinator
Lori Cram and authorized staff to begin the recruitment and selection process for her successor.
A total of six candidates were interviewed by a panel consisting of the City Administrator,
Assistant City Administrator and the Parks & Recreation Director.
Recommendation
The interview panel recommends the hiring of Kristin Holtz for the 25 -hours per week position
of Communications Coordinator; contingent upon successful completion of a background check
and pre - employment physical /drug -test. Ms. Holtz holds a Bachelor's Degree in Print
Journalism from Concordia College and has six and half years of professional experience in the
weekly newspaper industry. It is recommended that her starting wage be Step E of Grade 6 of
the 2012 Non -Union Pay Plan ($25.84 per hr.).
Relationship to Vision
This agenda item relates to Goal E: Deliver effective and efficient public services by a staff of
well- trained, caring and professional employees.
Action Requested
If the Council concurs, it is asked to authorize the hiring of Kristin Holtz for the part-time
position of Communications Coordinator, at Step E of Grade 6 of the 2012 Non -Union Pay Plan,
subject to successful completion of the required pre- employment screenings.