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I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I PC CASE AUTHORIZE HIRING OF FINANCE TIF SPECIALIST Rhonda Heryla, Human Resources Manager Background: Since late February staff has been following the process to hire a Tax Increment Financing Specialist to provide TIF support and expertise in the Finance Department. The position was advertised and nine applications were received. Applications were reviewed, rated and ranked bY the Finance Officer and Human Resources Manager and an interview panel was assembled to interview five candidates on Wednesday, April 12, 2000. The interview panel consisted of the Finance Officer, Human Resources Manager, and Paul Steinman fzom Springsted Public Finance Advisors. Candidates were asked a standard set of questions and asked to complete a short TIF test compiled by Mr. Steinman. One of the candidates, Scan Sullivan, was asked to come in for a second meeting with the Finance Officer and City Administrator. Staff Recommendation: Based on interview results, staff is recommending that Scan Sullivan be hired for the TIF Specialist position, contingent upon successful completion of background investigations of driving record and criminal history, reference checks, and a physical examination. Mr. Sullivan will also be expected to show demonstrable progress in acquiring his four year college degree. Mr. Sullivan's annual salary would be the starting step for his position in the compensation plan, $37,315. Committee Action: Recommend that the City Council authorize hiring Scan Sullivan as the TIF Specialist, contingent upon successful completion of background investigations of driving record and criminal history, reference checks, and a physical examination, at an annual salary of $37,315. Reviewed by: City Administrator Finance Officer PC: 4/25/00 Copies also distributed to: Assistant CiW Administrator 413