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5. 6. <br /> CC Regular Session <br /> Meeting Date: 03/12/2024 <br /> Primary Strategic Plan Initiative: Strive for high organizational morale and employee retention <br /> Information <br /> Title <br /> Authorization to Hire a Public Works Parks Maintenance Worker. <br /> Purpose/Background: <br /> The purpose of this case is to request authorization to hire a full-time Parks Maintenance Worker. This new <br /> position was reviewed during the 2024 budget discussions and is accounted for in the 2024 budget. <br /> Staff conducted a recruitment and interview process to fill the opening. Staff selected Mr. Walter Chance Nelson <br /> as the top candidate. Mr. Nelson underwent and passed the City's pre-employment testing process, including a <br /> criminal background check,professional reference check, driving record check and employment verification, as <br /> well as a physical exam and drug screen. The City extended a job offer to Mr.Nelson which is contingent upon <br /> City Council approval. Mr.Nelson will be subject to a 6-month probationary period and all Personnel Policies <br /> and/or employment contracts will apply. <br /> The primary objective of this position is to provide general maintenance of city-owned parks and trail <br /> systems. Responsibilities include all aspects of maintaining and repairing parks,park equipment and related <br /> facilities. This position is involved in snow plowing of public streets,trails and walks, as well as serving as a <br /> member of the on-call team,working a rotating on-call schedule 6-7 weeks per year. <br /> Funding Source: <br /> The funding required for this position is included in the 2024 budget. <br /> Recommendation: <br /> To hire Mr. Walter Chance Nelson, effective Monday,April 1, 2024, at$27.184 per hour, which is step 1 of the <br /> 2024 wage scale, <br /> Action: <br /> Motion to hire Mr. Walter Chance Nelson, effective Monday,April 1,2024, at$27.184 per hour,which is step 1 <br /> of the 2024 wage scale, <br /> Attachments <br /> No files) attached. <br /> Form Review <br /> Inbox Reviewed By Date <br /> Brian Hagen Brian Hagen 03/05/2024 08:57 AM <br /> Form Started By:Colleen Lasher Started On:02/29/2024 01:11 PM <br /> Final Approval Date:03/05/2024 <br />