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Work Session
February 10, 1993
City Manager Hiring Criteria
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The work session began at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the
conference room of the Kenai Community Library. Council present
were Williams, Swarner, Smalley, Bookey and Monfor. Absent
councilmembers were McComsey (sick) and Measles (out of town).
Staff present were Freas, Graves, Brown, Howard, Kornelis,
DeForest. Public present were Darryl Schaeffermeyer and Ethyl
Claussen.
To set criteria to evaluate applicants for the position of city
manager. The criteria would include determining a point system,
additional points of concern to address about each applicant, and
how to make cuts.
POINT SYSTRNoo
It was determined that a point system of 0-5 be used. Zero the
lowest score and five the highest score for each criteria.
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Monfor referred to the February 3, 1993 memorandum of Acting City
Manager Brown. Monfor suggested that items 1(a) and 1(b) of the
memorandum be used as criteria.
1) In the first reading of the resumes, make a
conclusion as to basic qualifications of the
applicant. These were set out in the detailed
announcement attached. They were: (a) seven
years of responsible management experience in a
small or medium sized community with extensive
personnel, budgetary, leadership, and
communication skills; and (b) a minimum of a
bachelor's degree in business, public
administration, or a related field.
No. 1 Criteria: Consensus reached: The first criteria be an
absolute minimum of seven years of responsible supervisory
wumgwwnt experience.
The second criteria discussion followed. It was agreed that
there should be a minimum of a bachelor's degree in business
administration or related field. Discussion then developed as to
what would be acceptable as a "related field." Williams asked if
a retired military person who was in charge of a facility the
size of Kenai would qualify as "related field." Smalley
suggested it could relate. Swarner stated her first thought was
KENAI CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
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PAGE 2
that the person needs to have a degree in Business
Administration. Monfor stated information she learned at a
seminar was that a person does not need a college degree -- some
people are more successful without a college degree.
No. 2 Criteria: Consensus reached: The second criteria be a
minimum of a bachelor's degree. It was decided that a retired
military person in charge of a facility the size of Kenai would
probably have a degree. Smalley suggested the addition of a
minimum of a BA or b® froik an aocrAited institution. Council
agreed.
Williams suggested more points could be assigned for higher
degrees or double degrees. One point for the minimum and go up
from there.
No. 3 Criteria: Discussion of how "related fields" could accrue
points. mach councilmember will determine how many points they
feel each applicant should be awarded for their related fields.
These points will be discussed at the time of review with all
councilmembers.
Brown suggested binders with a copy of all applications be
distributed to all councilmembers. A table of contents would be
included and the applications numbered. Notes could be made when
reviewed. Williams suggested that the total number of
applications be divided by seven; that amount of applications be
placed in seven binders; each councilmember would receive a
binder and would review those applications in that binder, making
notes, etc. and then the binders would be traded to another
councilmember until all councilmembers review all applications.
Score sheets would be included for use by each reviewer.
Work sessions: Work sessions will be set for reviewing the
findings of the reviews. A time limit of two hours for each work
session was set.
Cuts: 50% cuts will be made at each work session until five
finalists are determined.
No. 4 Criteria: A consensus was reached that seven packets will
be established with applications of the total number received
divided by seven for council's review. There will be sweeps at
each work session, and making cuts of 50% each tine.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
FEBRUARY 10, 1993
PAGE 3
Residency: Alaska residency was discussed. Councilmembers felt
strongly that an applicant should be an Alaska resident. Graves
suggested that it could be stated as "applicant 4~astrates
knowledte of Alaska goverament, policies, etc." Council agreed.
Years of ltxpearience: Consensus was that years of experience be
awarded points as: 7 years = 0 and another point be awarded for
each year of experience thereafter, up to five points.
Question asked: Does an applicant with assistant city manager or
other department head experience be awarded points the same as an
applicant who was a city manager. Smalley stated he would like
to split those applicants out giving points for experience as a
city manager or acting city manager and other points for other
city department personnel, i.e. 0-5 points for city manager, 0-5
points for acting city manager and 0-5 points for public works
director (as an example).
Smalley added, the points should be awarded with what is the best
interest of the city. Williams added that brings a philosophical
question of whether a city manager of a large city be awarded
more points than a city manager of a smaller city.
Brown stated that in his February 3, 1993 memorandum, referred to
previously in the discussions, paragraph 1(a) states seven years
of experience of a small or medium sized community. This was
part of the information sent to applicants.
Brown asked if council is looking for someone that was/is a city
manager. Monfor stated she did not know if she would prefer
someone with city manager experience or political background.
Monfor suggested that they wait until they see the resumes.
Smalley stated he would prefer that criteria be set now. Swarner
stated she likes Browns suggestion for awarding points for
department heads, etc.
Consensus: If the applicant is not a city manager, the applicant
receives 0; if the applicant has city manager experience, they
receive up to five points. 0-3 as to how experienced each
councilmember believes the applicant is. It will be a judgment
call by each councilaeober. greater weight will be given to city
manager experience versus department head experience.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
FEBRUARY 10, 1993
PAGE 4
Williams asked if the applicant should be able to demonstrate
knowledge of the federal level. Smalley stated he would prefer
legislative experience -- more state than federal.
Consensus: Legislative experience. Smalley stated he believes
there will be a number of applicants with legislative experience.
Williams asked if experience with public housing should be
considered. Smalley stated maybe as a subsidiary.
Williams asked if more points should be given for
acknowledgements of recognition of work as a city manager
(awards, etc.). Smalley stated no. Monfor stated some, if they
are legitimate. Smalley stated he would have a hard time giving
points for awards, however, maybe at the bottom of the list and
giving little weight. Monfor stated that if the person's city
received an All -America City award within the last five years,
she would give a lot of credence.
Discussion followed regarding points for a city manager versus an
assistant city manager. Also discussed was points for an
applicant from a third-class city versus a first class city.
Monfor stated the amount of information forwarded in a resume
will depend upon what resume school they use. Some will be
longer, some shorter. Monfor was concerned that perhaps not all
the information council hopes to get from a resume will not be on
the resume. Williams suggested that upon review, if council
wishes to get more information from an applicant, they can
contact them and request additional information.
Community Affairs i Civic Groups: Amount of points = 0 to 5.
Monfor asked how questions can be asked of an applicant in regard
to sex crimes, etc. Graves suggested that the applicant be asked
if he/she has been convicted of a crime. Williams asked about
waivers being signed to have background checks done on
applicants. Graves suggested that only the final five to ten be
requested to sign waivers. Smalley asked if a waiver could be
faxed. Graves stated he would want a signed original in hand.
Economic Development: Williams asked if council would want to
give points for experience in economic development. Consensus:
Yes, 0 to S.
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PAGE 5
Brown suggested that the criteria list not include things that
can be asked later. Specific items will, most likely, be
included in the resume. Graves asked if things like civic
activities should be rated as high as city manager experience?
Graves suggested community affair information be used later in
the reviews.
Williams stated that he would like someone that will take an
active part in the community. A public relation -type person.
Smalley asked if acknowledgements and recognition information be
placed at the bottom. Williams suggested they stop here and then
when down to the final reviews, meet again and set up questions
to ask and then add civic groups, etc.
Graves stated that how the applicant relates to the community can
be asked during the background check. Monfor stated she feels
comfortable with that.
Smalley asked how a spread sheet will be devised to know how
applicants scored. Williams stated that Administration will take
the score sheets, add them up, and report back to council.
Smalley suggested then another packet be forwarded to council of
the finalists.
Brown suggested that the first scoring be done using items 1(a)
and 1(b) of his memorandum and then what is left, do the rest of
the scoring. Howard stated there are some resumes coming in that
do not have either of those items.
Gleason & Associates, Inc. Smalley asked what response should be
given to Gleason & Associates. Williams and Bookey stated no;
Monfor stated to wait; and Smalley stated it is council's
responsibility.
Monfor stated council should give a lot of thought to traveling
money and who will go to do background checks from where the
applicants are now residing. Consensus was that it should be
someone from council. Monfor stated that Graves will know how
and what to ask. Monfor suggested that they check friends,
employee, peers, etc.
Graves cautioned that if two councilmembers travel together, it
may be perceived as a violation of the Open Meetings Act. Monfor
suggested that it be a councilmember and staff member or a
councilmember alone. Williams stated he would be willing to take
it to court if two members traveling together would be
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FEBRUARY 10, 1993
PAGE 6
challenged. Monfor stated she would not want one councilmember
to go alone. The same questions should be asked to the same kind
of people.
Graves stated that if two councilmembers travel together, they
will be doing public business. Williams suggested that
councilmembers will have to be more blunt and direct during
council meetings with regard to issue of the Open Meetings Act.
Smalley suggested that Graves check the law in regard to the Open
Meetings Act and produce an opinion. There was continued
discussion regarding the Open Meetings Act. Questions were
raised about council traveling to Juneau to AML, etc.
Williams suggested that they would travel to only two applicants.
Monfor suggested that fourteen -day tickets be purchased. Swarner
asked about paying for a spouses' travel to Kenai. Monfor
suggested the applicant pay for their spouses' travel.
Kornelis stated he first interviewed applicants for the building
inspector position by telephone conference call first. He used a
list of questions and then decided who to ask to travel to Kenai.
Monfor suggested that council could do an interview with the last
third and pick three to five finalists from there. Then travel.
Kathy Scott stated her experience in Homer during a city manager
search. Scott stated they had interview questions from
commissioners in order that other input would be used. The
commissioners devised questions and forwarded them to the
council. This also incorporated citizen involvement. The
finalist interviews were on site and during an open meeting. The
trust level was much better. Scott also stated that it is
important to remember that how much time taken between receiving
applications and setting up interviews. If an applicant is very
good, they will be looking for other positions as well and could
be hired.
Smalley asked again how many applicants does council want to
bring to Kenai. Swarner asked again about spouse travel.
Smalley stated he did not object to paying for three finalists to
travel to Kenai. Three would give options. Money well spent.
Swarner suggested 14-day tickets be purchased. Monfor stated
that during the school district superintendent search, the
applicants stayed in hotels and did not meet any of the school
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FEBRUARY 10, 1993
PAGE 7
board until the actual interview. They first had a closed
interview with the school board and then one in an open meeting
in order that there was community access.
How many personal interviews will be determined after the third
cut. At that time whether to pay for a candidate's spouse will
be determined as well. It was suggested that telephonic
interviews be given to five finalists.
Scott stated that the biggest flaw Homer's council had was that
they did not go far enough in the background check. (They did
the background checks themselves.)
Monfor stated they must live inside the City of Kenai. Graves
stated that is in the Code.
Work Session: A work session was set for March 22, 1993 from
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Library conference room. Freas will
advertise the work session.
Public copies of applications: One complete volume of all
applications will be available at city hall for public review.
That copy will be taken to work sessions as well to be shared by
the public. Council will receive copies and Howard will keep the
original applications.
The work session ended at approximately 8:45 p.m.
Notes transcribed by:
Carol L. Fr , City Clerk
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CITY OF KENAI
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_ 210 FICALAO KOM, ALAM Y4a11
TELEPHONE = - 75W
FAX 907-283-3014
TO: Kenai City Council
FROM: Charles A. Brown, Acting City Manager
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DATE: February 3, 1993
SUBJECT: February 10, 1993 Work Session
City Administrator Resume Evaluation Criteria
Ads for the City Manager position have been placed. We have
already received a number of resumes; interest appears to be
substantial. After the March 15 deadline, Kim will prepare
a binder for each of you (and the Peninsula Clarion), with a
table of contents and copies of indexed resumes. They will
be available at the March 17 Council meeting.
The February 10, 1993 work session is for Council to develop
evaluation criteria. I do not wish to impose any particular
method that I would use, but a simple two-step method may
speed things up for you while providing adequate
documentation:
1) In the first reading of the resumes, make a conclusion
as to basic qualifications of the applicant. These
were set out in the detailed announcement attached.
They were: (a) seven years of responsible management
experience in a small or medium sized community, with
extensive personnel, budgetary, leadership, and
communication skills; and (b) a minimum of a
bachelor's degree in business, public administration,
or a related field.
You could use the table of contents in your binder to
quickly indicate elimination of those who do not meet
the basic qualifications.
2) Use a point -based evaluation system (devised at this
February 10, 1993 work session?) to grade the
remaining applicants. Give stronger weight, more
points, for qualifications you desire the most. For
example, more points might be awarded for more years
of experience, or for experience as a City Manager
rather than an assistant City Manager, or for a
master's degree. The system is entirely up to Council
and is what I assume is the purpose of the February 10
meeting.
I believe that the Council will do an excellent job of
evaluating the applicants based upon the resumes and
reducing the field to, say, five finalists. You know what
you want on paper and you'll devise objective criteria.
However, my experience indicates that at this point, the job
becomes increasingly difficult and prone to critical errors.
The next phase involves reference checks, verification of
education, and judgments based upon discussions with co-
workers and other legislative bodies.
This leads me to a proposal. Early on, Council rejected the
notion of hiring an executive search firm to collect
applications and narrow the field to finalists. I believe
you were right' that's the easy part anyway.
David Gleason (see attached January 29, 1993 letter),
proposes the opposite. He would visit the finalist's
hometown and talk to her co-workers and Council face-to-
face, read past newspaper stories at the local library,
prepare a full background check, and write a book on her for
your use. This approach sounds interesting. It could save
you time and mistakes.
I talked to Mr. Gleason by phone yesterday. He's been doing
this since 1984. He's sending some samples of his work and
references so we can check him out, if you are interested.
His cost is $1,200 per finalist, plus travel expenses.
That's a lot of money, and might cost $12,000 or so for five
finalists. However, if as a result of his work, you decide
to interview, say, two finalists instead of five, you just
recouped a substantial part of his fee by not paying travel
expenses for the three other finalists. He assured me that
he keeps expenses to a minimum.
This is just a different approach you may want to consider.
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CITY OF KENAI
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210 FIDALGO KENAI, ALASKA 99611
TELEPHONE 283-7535
FAX 907-283-3014
The City of Kenai, Alaska is searching for a city manager. The
deadline for receipt of applications is March 15, 1993. Application
should be made by submitting a detailed resume and cover letter to Kim
Howard, Administrative Assistant, at the above address. Resumes will
become public information. Faxed resumes will not be accepted.
Introduction to the Citv of Kenai
The City of Kenai, population approximately 7,000, is the largest city
in the Kenai Peninsula Borough, which lies southwest of Anchorage.
Kenai is 70 air miles and 150 road miles from Anchorage. The Kenai
Peninsula Borough is considered a prime recreational area for
Southcentral Alaska, providing fishing, hunting, and winter sports
opportunities. The City is approximately forty-five square miles in
size, and is situated at the mouth of the Kenai River on the east side
of Cook Inlet.
The City of Kenai is the primary commercial and shopping center for
the Kenai Peninsula. It is linked to Anchorage by road and by
commercial air service. Kenai's economy is based primarily on
fishing and fish processing, oil and gas, and, increasingly, tourism.
The Citv adoated a home rule charter in 1963 and has operated under a
city manager form of government since that date. Since 1980, the City
has had one city manager, appointed by a city council consisting of a
mayor and six councilmembers.
In 1992 the City of Kenai was the recipient of the All -America City
award.
Manacement of the City
The city manager is the chief administrative officer of the City and
reports directly to the city council, as do the other council
appointed of'icers, the ci- attorney and the city clerk. The city
manager is responsible for .recting the policy of council.
The Cit7 emp_cys approximately _20 employees, inciudinq eight
department "-eats that report to the city manager. The City provices a
wide range of services, including police and ._re, water and
sewage treat:7ent, street maintenance, municipal airpor-, senior
citioen wer%,_ces, _ibrary, and parKs and recreation. _e Kenai
Poni::suia _ an crovices solid waste disposal, -ax ,_ :ilection,
;issessi::q, puoiic ecucation.
Finances of the City
The City of Kenai enjoys a reputation of being a well -managed and
well -financed city. The property tax base is assessed at
approximately $282 million; the City's property tax rate is 3.5 mills,
one of the lowest in the state of Alaska. The City levies a 3%
general sales tax.
The general fund budget of $7,000,000 is financed primarily by
property taxes (14%), sales tax (40%), state revenue sharing (15%),
and interest revenue (10%). All annual operating fund budgets total
approximately $10.6 million. Capital project expenditures for the
most recent year, ending June 30, 1992, totalled $8 million. The fund
balance of the general fund is approximately $10 million, and the fund
balances of all governmental fund types total approximately $18
million.
Qualifications of the City Manager
The next city manager should be experienced with the rewards and
difficulties of managing a full -service city. The ideal candidate
will have at least seven years of responsible management experience in
a small or medium sized community, with extensive personnel,
budgetary, leadership, and communication skills.
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, public administration,
or a related field is required. The starting salary will be dependent
upon qualifications. Employment benefits include enrollment in the
State of Alaska Public Employee's Retirement System, paid 'health and
life insurance, and optional employee -paid I.C.M.A. deferred
compensation. The manager position is not eligible for social
security coverage.
GLEASON & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Executive Recruitment Specialists
January 29, 1993
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Kim Howard
Administrative Assistant
City of Kenai '�+► ''„e�'
210 Fidalgo Avenue
Kenai, AK. 99611
Dear Ms. Howard:
I am writing in reference to your vacancy announcement for the
position of City Manager. Even though you have already begun
your search, I would Pike to draw your attention to an option
that we have provided for other cities which greatly enhanced
their search process.
This is how our CANDIDATE PROFILE option works.
Once you have identified the finalist(s) for the position, we
send a representative to the candidate's home city. During this
two day on -site visit, the candidate is interviewed and further
evaluated using our proven evaluation format. During this time,
we have a chance to gain additional insight by seeing the
candidate in his/her work environment. After we have completed
the on -site visit, we then gather all pertinent data and compile
the CANDIDATE PROFILE for our client. it consists of:
- THE CANDIDATE OVERVIEW
- WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE (DETAILED)
- MANAGEMENT STYLE ANALYSIS (PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES)
- CONFIDENTIAL REFERENCE CHECKS AND INTERVIEWS
- PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS (AS THEY RELATE TO YOUR POSITION)
- ACADEMIC VERIFICATION AND CONFIRMATION
- OTHERWISE UNAVAILABLE BACKGROUND INFORMATION (JOB -RELATED)
This option has been very popular among those who wish to conduct
their own search and recruitment, but still feel the need to
verify vital information prior to making that all important
hiring decision. Why not provide your agency with a detailed,
job related analysis about the person(s) you are about to hire?
Please feel free to contact me personally for details.
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David Gleason �`-
Senior Associate
DPG/lb
444 S.E. l lth Avenue • Forest Lake, Minnesota 55025
(612) 464-3588
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GLEAS +t & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Executive Re anent Speclakts
February 3, 1993
Mr. Charles Brown
Acting City Manager
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Avenue
Kenai, AX. 99611
Dear Mr. Brown:
Thank you for you phone call yesterday regarding the Candidate
Profile. As discussed, I am enclosing a sample Profile
which will give you an idea of the format and style we provide
you with. (See pages 12 - 28 for Profile) As you will see,the
Candidate Profile is broken down into five primary areas:
- CANDIDATE OVERVIEW
A brief description of the candidate and his/her present
position. Up -dated information regarding the organization
and community are also contained. Pertinent information
regarding the Candidate and his/her position within the
system are detailed.
- EXPERIENCE
Information obtained in this portion is developed not only
through review of the Candidate's application material, but
our thorough comparison of that information and our
interview(s) We meet with the candidate personally for
a preliminary interview, and seek out and obtain data
to use in the development of this area. (This interview is
videotaped, and the tape is then sent along with the Profile
back to you) Obviously we follow all applicable state and
and federal guidelines regarding Data Privacy Act, relase of
information, etc. We also obtain a signed waiver and
release from each Candidate to contact references and
seek out job -related information concerning their background.
We provide you with an in-depth evaluation of job
related experience which will allow you to gain a much
better overall picture of the candidate and his/her work
history. We attempt to identify particular strengths,
as well as weaknesses as they relate to your particular
needs.
- MANAGEMENT STYLE
The Candidate's management style is closely evaluated to
insure that his/her abilities are in "Synch" with our client.
Many times, management style or abilities simply are not
apparent through traditional application methods.
444 S.E. 1 Ith Avenue a Forest Lake, Minnesota 55025
(612) 464-3588
G S N & ASSOCIATES, INC.
ExwAlve Rtom t'ient Specloosts
MANAGEMENT STYLE (CONTINUED)
We examine very closely that Candidates "style" of management.
This is accomplished by being there with the applicant during
the course of his/her everyday routine. We also speak with
various sources both within the organization, as well as
outside to determine the true nature of his/her style
of management. Examination of existing policies, or
professional accomplishments are undertaken to further
evaluate the individual. Also included in this evaluation
area of the Candidate is his/her leadership style, written
and oral communication skills, attitude, and a variety of
other job -related abilities.
- CONFIDENTIAL REFERENCE CHECKS
After obtaining the necessary written release forms from
the Candidate, we interview a number of his/her references.
These interviews are conducted face to face with the
individual. We provide our client with the names, addresses,
and phone numbers of the references, as well as the place,
date, and time of our interview. We solicit not only those
references which the applicant provides, but do a considerable
amount of "digging" on our own to seek out as much information
as possible regarding the applicant and his/her job -related
abilities. Once again, we attempt during this process to
identify professional strengths and weaknesses of the
applicant.
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
We seek out and verify the Candidate's adademic
accomplishments and Degree completions. We verify with
the Regi.strar that the applicant has attended that particular
University or College, and if, and when, a degree was
conferred.
We also closely review the applicant's professional
accomplishments and awards for verification. Unfortunately,
sometimes individuals over -state, or simply lie about
their professional accomplishments.
Obviously, the information found within our sample Candidate
Profile is based upon a Police Chief position, but I am currently
out of the sample Profiles for the position of City Manager.
444 S.E. 1 lth Avenue • Forest Lake, Minnesota 55025
(612) 464-8588
GLEASON & ASSOCIATES, INC.
ExecuWe Recrutment specicdists
Since you are considering using this option prior to bringing in
the finalists, I would like to draw your attention to our
videotaping services. As mentioned, we now have the
capability to videotape our interview with each finalist during
the on -site visit. I believe this would be even more
advantageous to you and the city. It will allow you to view the
candidate, and when combined with our Profile, will provide your
city with an exceptional view of the applicant and his/her
abilities.
FEE STRUCTURE
As mentioned, the cost for the above mentioned services are as
follows.
- Professional Fee/ $1,200.00 Per Candidate
EXPENSE POLICY
- Our client reimburses our firm for all approved travel
related expenses. We have a computer based reservation
system which allows us to lock in the least expensive
air -fares available at any given time. Travel expenses
included air -fare, car rental while on site, meals,
lodging at cost. All expenses are supported by receipt.
The only additional expense involved with this option is
reimbursement (actual cost) for long-distance phone calls
to the client city, and between Candidates, references, etc.
I have already contacted by phone the last two cities who have
utilized this particular option, and they are sending along
letters of reference to you directly. If necessary, I would be
happy to provide you with additional names and phone numbers of
numerous other agencies who we have assisted.
I am also enclosing one of our brochures. It will provide you
with other information concerning our firm and services.
As mentioned, we do provide a full line of recruitment and search
options. Should you desire, we can further assist you with
consulting services during your recruitment and search stages.
As you know, this is a critical time in the process, and it is
important that you conduct a defendable, reliable, search and
recruitment procedure.
We stand ready to assist you with this important hiring decision.
Please let me know if there is anything further I can provide.
Thank you for your time and consideration of our services.
Siriaerely
David Gleason
Senior Associate
DPG/lb
444 S.E. 11th Avenue • Forest Lake, Minnesota 55025
(612) 464-3588
GR A ASSOCIATES, INC.
Execs ReCnAtment Spedofists
REFERENCES
BELOW IS A PARTIAL LISTING OF AGENCIES WHO HAVE UTILIZED ONE OR
MORE OF OUR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES. IF YOU WOULD LIKE NAMES AND
PHONE NUMBERS OF SPECIFIC CONTACTS, OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PLEASE LET US KNOW.
REDWOOD FALLS, MINNESOTA
BRAINERD, MINNESOTA
LITCHFIELD, MINNESOTA
OTTUMWA, IOWA
KEOKUK, IOWA
MANDAN, NORTH DAKOTA
CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE
AUBURN, MAINE
PIERRE, SOUTH DAKOTA
NORTHGLENN, COLORADO
LENEXA, KANSAS
BAXTER SPRINGS, KANSAS
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STERLING, MASSACHUSSETTS
444 S.E. 1 lth Avenue • Forest Lake, Minnesota 55025
(612) 464-3588