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MOUN-DitSVIEW City of Mounds Vlew Staff R Item No: 08D Meeting Date: October 24, 2022 Type of Business: Council Business Administrator Review: To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Rayla Sue Ewald, Human Resource Director Item Title/Subject: Resolution 9639, Approving the Hire of Kris Paulseth to the Arborist/Parks Maintenance Worker Position Background: On September 17, 2022, the Arborist/Parks Maintenance position was posted, according to the Public Works Labor Agreement. Staff received two (2) applications for this vacancy and interviewed the one (1) qualified candidate. Discussion - The interview panel consisted of Public Works Director Peterson, Public Works Superintendent Szurek, and Human Resource Director Rayla Ewald. Candidate Kris Paulseth has seven (7) years of Arborist/Parks Maintenance experience with two (2) other cities. It was the consensus of the interview panel to recommend Mr. Paulseth to the position of Arborist/Parks Maintenance. Mr. Paulseth would be a member of the Public Works Collective Bargaining Unit. Staff recommends hiring Mr. Paulseth on at Level C of the 2022 Hourly Wage Schedule based on his vast experience and certifications in tree care. In accordance with the Public Works Agreement, Mr. Paulseth would be subject to a 12 month probationary period. 2020 Hourly Wage Schedule: Level A Level B Level C $31.23 $32.97 $34.70 Mr. Paulseth has successfully completed reference checks, background checks, hiring assessment, and pre -employment physical/drug screen. Mr. Paulseth is able to begin employment on or around Monday, November 7, 2022. Strategic Plan Strategy/Goal: Create a culture where employees desire to work. Financial Impact: This is a budgeted position. Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution 9639, approving the hire of Kris Paulseth to the Arborist/Parks Maintenance Position. Respectfully submitted, F_ ff Rayla Sue Ewald Human Resource Director