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<br />Mr. Sathe replied the individual can submit the references. and they might also ask who else <br />would have been in the position to know about the individual. This is not usually done until they <br />are down to finalists. Sathe Executive Search conducts direct recruits. There may be people <br />they know of that would be a good fit that will not apply, and they will be contacted. Reference <br />checks are not conducted until the decision is down to finalists so they do not jeopardize the <br />individuals' status with their existingjob. <br /> <br />Mr. Albrecht eXplained there arc hvo ways the reference checks are done. Initially to be sure <br />\vhat the individual said is true and accurate, and when the individual become a finalist a much <br />more thorough reference check is conducted. They do not necessarily talk to people the <br />individuals give as references; they will go to others. <br /> <br />5e. Mr. Sathe stated the National League of Cities keeps in touch with Sathe Executive Search. <br />Mr. Albrecht indicated Sathe Executive Search has an extensive database \vith thousands of <br />names. <br /> <br />Follow-up qlles/ion: Will the search be Midwest or beyond that? <br /> <br />Mr. Albrecht replied a national search can be done. but they have a bigger focus or greater <br />number of candidates in the Midwest area. Some cities \vill say they want a local candidate or <br />someone who understands Minnesota. <br /> <br />Mr. Sathe indicated there is a lot of talent around here that knows \vhat is going on. A lot of <br />areas recruit from this area. <br /> <br />Mayor Gamec stated the Council's feeling is that they arc really open. They need someone that <br />fits into the City and will know the City. <br /> <br />Mr. Sathe indicated they would start with a radius search unless directed otherwise. Individuals <br />from the area would know things like \\lho is in the legislature and Metropolitan Council. etc. <br /> <br />Sa. Mr. Albrecht indicated they would call people throughout the country. This is a good <br />opportunity and there will probably be 100 10 200 candidates. They may source morc <br />individuals that have not replied that would be good candidates. Many times the best <br />candidate is a recruited candidate. <br />6. Mr. Sathe indicated Sathe Executive Search specializes in searches. They have 60 managers <br />working out there. Sathe Executive Search has t\VO partners, which includes the founder of <br />the firm and a senior partner. They will not be overv.'orked with another search that would <br />compete for candidates. There is a good market right now, with a lot of opportunities for <br />searches, but Sathe Executive Search does not take them all. Most firms arc at a 56 to 70% <br />placement retention rate. while their rate is at 95%. <br />Mr. Albrecht stated Sathe Executive Search does a lot of work on the front end with the <br />survey where they individually interview each council member. They will also interview <br />commission and board members if the Council would like. Council will have the greatest say <br />in who is hired, but they take information from everyone to get the ideal candidate. This <br />helps them to be successful to help recruit and hire the best city manager for the City of <br />Ramsey. <br /> <br />Cif)' Council \Vork Session / FebrlUlry 6, 2007 <br />P~l~C 4 of 14 <br />