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Work Session Packet
Topic: Review the Candidates for City Manager
Virtual Meeting
February 4, 2021
City Council Chambers Beginning at 12: 00 p.m.
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City of Seward, Alaska
City Manager
Recruitment Portfolio
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GovHRUSA
January 28, 2021
The Honorable Christy Terry, Mayor, and
Members of the City Council
City of Seward, Alaska
410 Adams Street
Seward, Alaska 99664
Dear Mayor Terry and Council Members:
Thank you for the opportunity to assist the City of Seward in the recruitment and selection
process for the City Manager position. We had a successful outreach effort yielding 66 resumes
from 30 states, Washington D.C. and 3 international applications. Enclosed are the GovHR USA
recommendations of those candidates we believe are most suited to the position.
We look forward to reviewing the credentials for these candidates on February 4, 2021. At that
time, we will provide you with additional information on the candidates, including comments
from references and insights gained from candidate interviews.
It is absolutely critical that the information in these notebooks remain confidential.
Candidates have applied in confidence for this position and early release of their identities could
negatively impact their current employment.
Again, thank you for the opportunity to assist you in this important recruitment!
Best wishes,
Rachel Skaggs
Senior Vice President
GovHR USA, LLC
Note from the Seward City Clerk:
Although this cover letter indicates that the
information is confidential, both the candidates
and the vendor have been clearly informed that
the information contained in this packet is
public information. All applicants were provided
the opportunity to withdraw their application in
advance if they wished to protect their identity.
630 Dundee Road, Suite 130, Northbrook, IL 60062
847.380.3240 1 GovHRUSA.com
EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT INTERIM STAFFING MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTING
Seward, Alaska
City Manager
Recommended for Interview Consideration
Presented in Alphabetical Order
Candidate I ...................................................... Samuel M. Baugh
City Manager (Former)
City of Coquille, Oregon
Candidate 2...................................................... Janette M. Bower
City Administrator
City of Wadena, Minnesota
Candidate 3...................................................... Paul G. Dyal
Executive Director of Utilities
City of Lake City, Florida
Candidate 4...................................................... Scott D. McClure
City Administrator (Former)
City of Canby, Oregon
Candidate 5...................................................... Daniel E. Sabolsky
Town Manager
Town of West Yellowstone, Montana
Candidate 6...................................................... Joe P. Samaniego
Local Government Specialist III (Former)
State of Alaska, Division of Community &
Regional Affairs, Anchorage, Alaska
Candidate 7...................................................... Robert "Fritz" F. VanVolkenburgh
Chief of Staff to County Commissioner
Brevard County, Merritt Island, Florida
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SEWARD, ALASKA
GovHR USA is pleased to announce the
recruitment and selection process for City
Manager for the City of Seward, Alaska.
This brochure provides background
information about the City of Seward and the
municipal organization, as well as the
challenges, opportunities and expected
qualifications for the position. If living and
working in a dynamic community
surrounded by natural beauty interests you,
submit a cover letter, resume and contact
information for five (5) work -related
references to www.GovHRJobs.com.
Electronic submissions are required. The
recruitment for this position will remain open
until the position is filled, with a first review of
resumes on January 4, 2021.
Questions regarding this opportunity should
be directed to the Executive Recruiter
working with the City of Seward:
Rachel Skaggs, Senior Vice President
GovHRUSA, LLC
630 Dundee Road, Suite 130
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
Cell: 815-303-2187
Formal Applications should be submitted to:
www.GovHRiobs.com
Additional information about the City of Seward can be
found on the City's website: www.cityofseward.us.
CITY MANAGER
Seward, Alaska
PROFESSIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Seward, Alaska (2,693) Beautiful and dynamic Seward,
situated at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai
Peninsula, seeks a strong, collaborative and visionary
leader to become its next City Manager. Founded in 1903
as the ocean terminus of what is now the Alaska Railroad,
Seward is not only known for its natural beauty but also as
Alaska's only deep -water ice -free port with rail, highway
and air transportation to Alaska's interior and major urban
population centers. This strategically positions Seward for
Pacific Rim maritime commerce.
Seward is a dynamic community with a year-round
population of just under 3,000, an
extraterritorial population of similar size that is served
by Seward's electric utility and is active in the
community, and a seasonal population exceeding
10,000, supplemented by arrival of two to three cruise
ships per week during the season. Seward's citizens
distinguish themselves through volunteerism and civic
pride and involvement.
The operations of the City of Seward are complex,
sophisticated, and broad in scope, including
utilities, harbors and ownership of health care facilities.
Exciting challenges and opportunities to partner with other
entities, improve service delivery, and enhance the
quality and performance of the municipal organization
await the next City Manager. The City Council seeks
candidates who will exhibit a welcoming and
collaborative approach with all constituencies. This is
truly an outstanding and unique career opportunity for
an experienced, well-rounded and professional
municipal manager. The successful candidate will,
without limitation, have the following qualifications and
experience:
• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business
administration or related field. Graduate degree in
public administration or related field preferred.
Seven (7) years progressively responsible experience
in council/manager municipal government, with five (5)
years at a management level. Experience as a city
manager, assistant city manager, or other executive
level position preferred. Rural community and Alaska
experience a plus.
Strong experience in budgeting and financial planning,
utility management, public works, project management,
human resources and employee relations, community
development and economic development highly
desirable.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and
team -building skills essential.
• Knowledge and experience in emergency management,
health care, environmental sustainability, renewable
energy, maritime law and marine operations desirable.
Starting salary $130,000 +/- DOQ/E. Competitive benefits
package including participation in the Alaska Public
Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Alaska does not
have a state income tax.
Apply online with resume, cover letter and contact
information for five (5) work -related references to
Rachel Skaggs, Senior Vice President, GovHR
USA at www.GovHRJobs.com. The recruitment for
this position will remain open until the position is
filled, with a first review of resumes on January 4, 2021.
COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
Seward, pronounced "Soo -word," is situated at the head of
Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula. It is
surrounded by majestic snow-capped mountains which
are blanketed with lush green vegetation, trees and alpine
wildflowers. Mt. Marathon is the western backdrop of
Seward with Harding Ice Field lined along the back,
extending to the coast. Chugach National Forest, Kenai
Fjords National Park and Caines Head State Recreation
area are nearby.
Founded in 1903 as the ocean terminus of what is now the
Alaska Railroad, Seward prides itself, not only on its
natural beauty, but as Alaska's only deep -water, ice -free
port with rail, highway and air transportation to Alaska's
interior and major urban population centers. This
strategically positions Seward for Pacific Rim maritime
commerce.
Seward enjoys a beautiful and scenic natural Alaskan
environment with numerous visitor attractions. The town
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offers day cruises, kayaking, fishing, abundant marine
activities and wildlife, unparalleled recreation and is the
terminus for the Alaska Railroad. Seward was named
All -American City in 1963, 1965, and 2005.
Seward experiences a maritime climate with average
winter temperatures ranging from 17 to 38 degrees
Fahrenheit and average summer temperatures ranging
from 49 to 63 degrees Fahrenheit. Average annual rainfall
is 66 inches. Average annual snowfall is 80 inches.
Seward's local economy is driven largely by the
commercial fishing industry, marine trade, vessel
servicing, and seasonal tourism. Many of Seward's
lodging facilities, restaurants and shops cater mainly to
tourists, and open for business during the summer
tourist season, generally mid -May through mid -
September. Other major employers in Seward
include the state -run Spring Creek Correctional Center,
the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce
Development's AVTEC vocational school and the
Providence Seward Medical and Care Center.
Seward is proud to be the home of the Alaska SeaLife
Center. The Center is the only facility in Alaska that
combines a public aquarium with marine research,
education, and wildlife response. While primarily
dedicated to marine research and education, the Center is
the only permanent marine mammal rescue and
rehabilitation facility in the state. The Alaska SeaLife
Center lies at "Mile 0" of the scenic Seward Highway on
the shores of Resurrection Bay. Visitors to its "windows to
the sea" have close encounters with puffins, octopus,
harbor seals, sea lions, and other marine life while
learning about the work conducted both in the field and in
the Center's laboratories.
Seward offers an unbeatable year-round quality of life and
environment to attract residents, visitors and employees.
The spectacular mountain and bay scenery, with abundant
land -based and marine wildlife, coupled with immediate
access to pristine areas for hiking, mountain biking,
mountain climbing, cross country skiing, snow machining,
camping, fishing, white water rafting, dog mushing, sea
kayaking, cold water scuba diving and other outdoor
activities make the City of Seward a year-round outdoor
playground for all ages.
Seward History
In 1792, Russian explorer Alexander Baranof arrived by
boat in what is now known as Resurrection Bay. Baranof
remembered the sheltered waters of the bay when he
chose a place to build the Phoenix, perhaps the first ship
built on the west coast of North America, in 1793-1794.
Seward is named in honor of William H. Seward,
President Abraham Lincoln's Secretary of State.
Secretary Seward was responsible for negotiating the
purchase of Alaska from Russia in 1867. Settlement of
Resurrection Bay began in the 1890's with the arrival of
Captain Frank Lowell and his family. The founders and
settlers of the town of Seward arrived in 1903 to build the
railroad.
On Christmas Day, 1908, gold was discovered on Otter
Creek, a tributary of the Iditarod River. The Iditarod
Trail began as a mail and supply route from the coastal
towns of Seward and Knik to the interior mining camps
and beyond to the coastal communities of Unalakleet,
Elim, Golovin, White Mountain and Nome. Later, in
1925, the Iditarod Trail became a life saving highway for
epidemic -stricken Nome. Diphtheria threatened and serum
was sent via dogsled to the western community. The
Iditarod now is a national historic trail, and is called the
"Last Great Race on Earth." Each year, an extremely
competitive dogsled race takes place over more than
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1,150 miles from Anchorage to Nome. Mile 0 in Seward is
marked by a historical monument.
Seward was incorporated in 1912. In 1915, President
Woodrow Wilson chose Seward as the main railroad route
into Alaska's interior. The fate of the railroad fluctuated for
many years until the advent of World War II. During the
war, Seward and its port prospered. Resurrection Bay
became a strategic military port, and by 1944 the railroad
was one of the most prosperous in the nation.
In 1964, an earthquake measuring 9.2 on the Richter
scale was centered 95 air miles northeast of Seward. The
quake, several tsunami waves, and resulting fires severely
damaged the town and the rail yards. Eventually both the
town and railroad were restored, but rail service took
many years to recover. Remnants of that earthquake can
still be seen along the waterfront today, with a movie
being shown at the Seward Library during the summer
months.
SEWARD AT A GLANCE
Year -Round Population: 2,693 (2010 Census); 2,831
(2017 estimate)
Seasonal Population:
10,000+; supplemented by visitors arriving by ship
Incorporated: 1912
City Budget: Approximately $38 million (2019)
Land Area:
21.55 sq. mi. (14.11sq. mi. land; 7.44 sq. mi. water)
Total Housing Units: 1,086 (2010)
Households: 928 (2010)
Average Household Size: 2.14 (2010)
Average Family Size: 2.87 (2010)
Median Household Income: $74,397 (2010)
Mean Annual Temperature: 40.6 °F
THE MUNICIPAL ORGANIZATION
Seward is a home -rule city located within the Kenai
Peninsula Borough. A full -service City, Seward operates
under the council/manager form of government. The
Mayor and six City Council members exercise all
legislative and policy -making powers of the City and
perform all duties and obligations required by law. The
City Manager is appointed by the Mayor and City Council,
which also appoints the City Attorney and City Clerk. Year-
round staffing is approximately 88 FTE. Seasonal
employment increases staffing to approximately 150 FTE,
with the bulk of the increase occurring in the Harbor
and Parks & Recreation Department.
The Kenai Peninsula Borough was incorporated in 1964
as a second-class borough. An elected Mayor serves as
the chief administrator of the Borough and works with an
elected 9-member legislative assembly, on which Seward
has one seat. The Borough is responsible for area -wide
education, solid -waste management, planning and zoning,
taxation and assessment.
THE CITY MANAGER
The City Manager is responsible for administering the day-
to-day operations of the City of Seward. Working with a
professional staff, the City Manager ensures the provision
of services and enforces the policies established by the
City Council. The City Manager's direct reports include
the Assistant City Manager, the Chiefs of the Fire and
Police Departments, and the directors of the Building,
Community Development, Finance, Human Resources,
Parking, Parks & Recreation, Library & Museum, Electric,
Public Works and Harbor departments.
The City Manager is required to reside within the
corporate limits of Seward.
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Challenges and Opportunities
Seward is a small community where big things are
happening. The next City Manager can expect to work
closely with elected officials, City staff, and other
community stakeholders on a wide variety of challenges
and opportunities, including:
• There is opportunity to create a new and positive
organizational culture in Seward, to build a high
performing municipal organization and to significantly
improve relations with the community. The effort will
involve strategic planning among elected officials, City
staff and community stakeholders as well as staff and
leadership development and team -building.
• Developing and maintaining a sustainable City long-
range financial plan and budget. There is an
opportunity to enhance methodology and develop
more useful financial tools for the City Council, City
staff and public.
• Overseeing planning, development and completion of
significant municipal capital projects including
renovation or replacement of City buildings, drainage
diversion projects and continued expansion of the
Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC).
• Working with the Alaska Railroad to support the
replacement of the cruise ship and freight docks.
• Working with the Army Corps of Engineers to develop
and implement a plan to replace the Lowell Creek
Canyon water diversion works and outfall tunnel.
• Community and economic development opportunities
and initiatives to address housing availability and
expand housing stock, diversify the local economy
and reduce the seasonal variation in economic
activity.
• Diversifying the community's energy portfolio through
securing access to natural gas and developing
alternative energy sources, including wind,
geothermal, tidal and hydro.
• Electric, water and wastewater utility planning,
operations, billing transparency, system expansion
and upgrades.
• Review of the City Code to address inconsistencies,
adoption of the current editions of reference codes,
and re -engineering the code enforcement process.
• Addressing challenges in recruitment, compensation,
development and retention of City staff, as well as
staff succession planning.
• Helping to guide the organization and community
through changes in the employee relations
environment, including contract negotiations and
possible opt -in under the Alaska Public Employment
Relations Act (PERA).
• Hazard mitigation and response planning, and
emergency operations planning.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATION
CRITERIA
The Seward City Council is seeking candidates with high
integrity, a welcoming and collaborative approach, and an
orientation toward results to serve as the City's next City
Manager. The following education, experience,
management and leadership style factors have been
identified as important for candidates to possess and
demonstrate.
Education, Experience,
Knowledge and Skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in public
administration, business administration or a related field.
A graduate degree in public administration or a related
field is preferred.
Candidates should have at least 7 years progressively
responsible experience in council/manager municipal
government, with at least 5 years at a management level.
Experience as a city manager, assistant city manager, or
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other executive level position is preferred Experience in
a rural community is a plus, as is experience in an Alaska
municipality.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal and
team -building skills, strong oral and written
communication skills, and strong public speaking and
presentation skills.
Candidates should have extensive experience in
municipal financial planning and budgeting,
management of municipal utilities, municipal public works
administration, contracts and project management, and
economic and community development.
Candidates must have experience in municipal human
resources management including recruitment,
compensation, retention and development of staff,
collective bargaining and succession planning.
Candidates must have experience in intergovernmental
relations at the State and Federal levels, including
procurement and administration of grants.
Knowledge and experience in emergency management,
health care, environmental sustainability, renewable
energy, maritime law and marine operations is desirable.
Experience in a coastal community and an intermodal
transportation environment is desirable.
Management and Leadership
Style
The City Council desires that Seward's next City Manager:
Be a person of humility who exhibits highest standards for
honesty and integrity.
Be a person who welcomes diversity of opinion, who
empowers staff and who seeks to build consensus.
Be a professional who keeps the City Council and City
staff informed on issues, initiatives and projects.
Be a person who is energized by challenges and brings a
creative and results -oriented approach to solving
problems; a person who thrives in a place where there is
real opportunity to make things happen.
Be a person who leads with an open style, views
stakeholders as partners, and deals with all in a
professional, fair, straightforward, and responsive manner.
Be a critical thinker able to distill information with clarity
and who provides considered advice and a steady voice.
Be a person who believes in and has a history of
organizational transparency and encouraging the
involvement and input of staff.
Be a person who embraces cultural diversity and is
naturally collaborative, with a desire and ability to work
effectively with all stakeholders.
Be a person who exhibits a calm, disciplined and
communicative demeanor.
Have a management style that involves delegation of
responsibility and authority, accountability for achievement
of goals and objectives, while encouraging staff and
helping them to be successful.
Be a patient, resilient, and visionary leader with the ability
to focus on the "big picture", anticipate problems and
opportunities, and understand current and past practices
without being constrained by them.
Be a good listener
Be a person who meets people "where they are" and is
committed to nurturing and developing talent in others.
Be a person who will be visible and involved in the
community and who recognizes the value and importance
of "quality of life" resources and activities.
Have a sense of humor
Be someone who enjoys the outdoors and will relish the
opportunity to live and work in a truly amazing place.
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COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The starting salary for the City Manager is anticipated to
be approximately $130,000, dependent upon the
qualifications and experience of the candidate selected.
The City of Seward offers a competitive benefits package,
including participation in the Alaska Public Employees'
Retirement System (PERS). Alaska does not have a state
income tax.
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Candidate 1
Samuel M. Baugh
Contact Information
Address: Cell:
Email:
Education
• Master of Business Administration
Westminster College, Salt Lake City, Utah
Work History
2019 to 2020 City of Coquille, Oregon population 3,900)
City Manager
2017 to 2019 South Coast Development Council, Coos Bay, Oregon
Executive Director
2017 to Current Oregon South Coast Regional Tourism Network, Bandon, Oregon
Volunteer, Founding and Core team member
2005 to 2017 Self -Reliance Services, American Fork, Utah
Region Manager
Data Summary:
Candidate:
Organization:
Position:
Organization Budget:
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Reporting Relationship:
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Professional Affiliations:
. ICMA
• Oregon City/County Managers Association
• Oregon Economic Development Association
• Rotary
Samuel M. Baugh
City of Coquille, Oregon
City Manager (Former)
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Selection and Recruitment Committee
RE: City Manager open position
Dear Selection Committee:
I am interested in becoming the City Manager for the City of Seward.
After reading the job description, I feel that my skill set is a perfect fit for this position. Below, please find a
partial list of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the advertisement brochure and how I meet
each.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a
related field. A graduate degree in public administration or a related field is preferred.
Master's in Business Administration (MBA), Westminster College, 2011
I earned the OcED (Oregon Certified Economic Developer) designation in 2019. One of only ten
at the time to receive this certification.
Candidates should have at least 7 years progressively responsible experience in council/manager
municipal government, with at least 5 years at a management level. Experience as a city manager,
assistant city manager, or City Manager other executive -level position is preferred. Experience in a
rural community is a plus
I meet these qualifications because I have:
• 1-year experience as a City Manager
• Three years of experience Executive Director in a quasi -Government, Non -Profit, Regional Economic
Development Agency, funded by 11 cities, 7 Ports, and three counties.
• 10 Years Experience as a Regional Manager for a not -for -profit Self -Reliance Center
• All of the communities I supported in Economic Development and as a City Manager are considered
Rural and Coastal, and most are populations under 3500
Must have strong interpersonal and team -building skills, strong oral and written
communication skills, and strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• I built a team of 7 individuals that were recognized by the Oregon State Governor and received an
innovative tourism award from Travel Oregon
• I am a regular host and presenter at the Oregon Economic Development Association's Professional
Development classes and storyboarded presentations for others
• I hosted numerous Chamber of Commerce events, including two regional Economic Outlook Forums
• I have been a featured speaker at countless Rotary meetings
• I created a weekly update for the Board of Directors and City Council and a monthly newsletter for
the City employees for the City of Coquille
• I am well known throughout the community for my strong interpersonal skills that I use affectively to
build strong positive, productive, unified teams.
Candidates should have extensive experience in municipal financial planning and
budgeting, management of municipal utilities, municipal public works administration,
contracts and project management, and economic and community development.
0 I was solely responsible for the Budgeting process for the City of Coquille for the 2021 FY. I arranged
for the Budget Committee meetings and advertisements to the public. Even with the COVID-19
challenges, I was told by many on the budget committee that it was the most efficient budget meeting
in recent history
• The City of Coquille has two public utilities that had been losing money for several years. With a rate
study. I was able to show the Council and the public why the rates needed to increase or the City
would not be able to continue to operate the utilities
• I reorganized the Public Works Department into a Community Development Department to meet the
City of Coquille's needs better. By creating a Community Development Department, we could get
public input where they could not get previously
• I negotiated the Collective Bargaining agreement for the Public Works Union
As stated previously„ this is only a partial list of your desired skills. I match several other desired qualifications
and would welcome the opportunity to further discuss my ualifications e with you. If you havuestions or
would like to schedule an interview, please contact me at� or by email at
Sincerely,
Samuel M. Baugh
Samuel M. Baugh MBA, OeED
Objective
City Manager, Seward
Summary
A community -minded individual with 14 years of experience building
business relationships including. business to business, community
resources, and small business resource development. Community and
economic developer focused on relationship building and teamwork to
accomplish goals. Experience in local Government Management with
a focus on Small cities. ICMA Member
• 15 + years of progressively increasing Supervisory Roles
• 10 years of Resource Development
• 8 years of Workforce Development
• io years of Community Development
• 5 years of Economic Development
Relevant Experience
Nov. 2019 — Dec. 2020
City of Coquille, Coquille, OR
City Manager
Managed the Daily operations of the City of Coquille. Worked with
City Councilors, directors, and other committee members to create
plans for the city in various areas including finishing a Water Master
Plan, starting a Community Development Plan, updating a Parks
Master Plan and a Transportation Master Plan. Reorganized Finance
and Public Works departments to better meet the needs of the City.
• Built $i9 MM budget for FY 2021 for 11 departments and 9
funds
• Reorganized Public works department to a Community
Development department to engage more with citizens
• Reorganized Finance department to be Support Services to
better serve departments in the city
• Worked with City engineer to finish a Water Master Plan
Aug. 2017- November 2019 South Coast Development Council, Coos Bay, OR
Executive Director
Worked with City and Port Managers and governing Councils in ii
different cities and 7 ports along the Orgon Coast to help accomplish
the goals of each individual Organization. Worked with County
Commissioners in 3 counties to further the progress of their economic
development plans. Performed more than 8o Business Retention and
Expansion interviews in a 12 month period. Responded to more than
3o Business Oregon Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Organized 3 business summits for the City of Brookings in 12
month period
• Performed 4 public listening sessions for the Port Orford
Mainstreet Revitalization Association_ Set up action teams to
work on issues that arose
Negotiated with city officials to help city -owned property
become more competitive in a regional and state market.
Headed marketing campaigns to recruit new businesses to the
community
Created three Mastermind groups with 8-10 local small
business owners each
November 2017 - Current Oregon South Coast Regional Tourism Network, Bandon, OR
(Volunteer) Founding and Core team member
Assisted in the creation of the Regional Tourism Network, designed to
increase cooperation and collaboration among tourism entities to
build the tourism economy on the South Coast.
• Interviewed and hired an Executive Director for the network
• Received award from the Governor's Office on Tourism for the
innovative work on tourism
• Organized Network meetings
• Facilitated Network meetings
Aug. 2005 - Feb. 2017 Self -Reliance Services, American Fork, UT
Region Manager
Provided free services to help individuals with: small business
management, job search strategies, personal finance management,
and enrolling in and paying for education.
• Held semi-monthly Professional Development series focused
on training designed for professional level individuals,
attendance averaged 20+ per session
• Trained a rotating staff of 6o-70 individuals focused on
working with individuals with work barriers
• Created and ran a Professional Accelerated Job Search
program that was copied by 70 locations in the US and Canada
Education Westminster College
Master in Business Administration (MBA) - 2011
Oregon Economic Development Association
Oregon Certified Economic Developer (OcED)- October 2019
Professional Associations ICMA - Member
OCCMA- Member
Rotary International - Member
Oregon Economic Development Association — Professional
Development Committee
Oregon South Coast Regional Tourism Network - Core team member
Samuel Baugh
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Candidate 2
Janette M. Bower
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Work History
Cell:
2018 to Present City of Wadena, Minnesota (Population 4,100)
City Administrator
2016 to 2018 City of Menahga, Minnesota (population 1,300)
City Administrator
2003 to 2016 City of Palmer, Alaska (population 6,700)
City Clerk
2002 to 2003 City of Bethel, Alaska (population 6,300)
City Clerk
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Reporting Relationship:
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• International City/County Management Association
• International Institute of Municipal Clerks
Janette M. Bower
City of Wadena,
Minnesota
City Administrator
$52,000,000
125
Within the posted range
Mayor and City Council
18
Janette M. Bower
December 20, 2020
City of Seward
Mayor and Council Members
PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664
Thank you for the opportunity to introduce myself and for taking the time to review my
qualifications for the position of City Manager. I currently serve as the Wadena City Administrator
and believe I possess the knowledge and expertise to serve as the Seward City Manager.
I have served in local government for 20 years, 16 of those years in Alaska. I am a well-rounded
individual that truly loves local government and I possess an approachable leadership style that
fosters teamwork to accomplish goals.
I believe in open, honest communication and working collaboratively towards a goal. This
transparency is applied within the organization, with stakeholders, and the public. My motto is,
"tell me where you want to go and I will do my best to get you there".
I enjoy refining and developing new processes and procedures to create greater efficiencies. I
believe in "uncomplicating" the governmental processes to provide the public with a greater
understanding of their local government.
In each of the communities I have made it my goal to be a part of the community. By immersing
myself in the community I am not only able to learn the needs but to experience them as well. I
also believe this immersion has created a sense of community trust and awareness that I know
and understand what is going on.
Throughout my career I have demonstrated my ability to maintain a neutral political stance. I
believe everyone has a right to their stance and it is my duty to remain neutral and to complete
my work according to the established policies, procedures, municipal code, statutes, and council
directives.
Please note that although I am currently in , my husband and desire to return to Alaska.
Six of our 8 children live in Alaska. Fourteen o our 8 grandchildren live in Alaska. Relocating to
Alaska will not be an issue.
Thank you for your time. I look forward to meeting with you to further discuss my experience
which includes improved community relations, project oversight, and community development
projects.
Sincerely,
TJanette M. Bower
Janette M . Bower
Highly skilled individual with
over 20 years of local
government experience, 16
of those years in Alaska.
Passionate about creating a
collaborative atmosphere that
is inclusive and accomplishes
the organization's goals.
Proficient and
responsive to change. Natural
leader with an approachable
leadership style.
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✓ Passion for public service
✓ Communicate and collaborate
✓ Ability to create and work within a team environment
✓ Critical thinker
✓ Budget Management
✓ Responsible and responsive
✓ Accurate work product
✓ Organized
✓ Progressive and visionary
✓ Skilled negotiator
✓ Approachable with a good sense of humor
✓ Highly ethical
City Administrator, City of Wadena, Minnesota May 2018 to present
• Direct and perform the actual day-to-day supervision and control of the administrative affairs of
the city.
• Coordinate enforcement of all laws of the State of Minnesota and City of Wadena Municipal Code
provisions.
• Prepare all city council legislation (legal documents) for city council adoption to ensure compliance
with federal, state, and local laws.
• Prepare for City Council adoption, a single, consolidated budget including statements related to
projected revenue, proposed sources of revenue and all expenditures and obligations incurred by
the City in the upcoming fiscal year.
• Exercise control over the fiscal expenditures of all departments and divisions of the City. Monitor
the expenditures and receipts of all departments against approved budgets and takes any needed
remedial action.
• Ensure effective systems are implemented for cash flow management and appropriate investment
of surplus funds.
• Prepare and monitor all capital improvement plans.
• Oversee all capital improvement projects and service programs, from inception to completion
ensuring the project is within budget and all contracts are in order.
• Manage and oversee all grant projects including writing grant applications and submitting required
reports.
• Manage and supervise all City departments and operations.
• Write and establish administrative policies and procedures necessary to ensure the proper and
efficient operation of all departments and divisions of the City.
• Issue administrative orders consistent with state law, city code provisions, and council policy.
• Supervise and manage local elections in accordance with prescribed laws and regulations.
• Serve as the City's personnel officer and administers personnel functions within established policies
and procedures. Direct the evaluation of employee performance and recommends hiring,
promoting, demoting, and discharging employees.
• Serve as the City's representative for all negotiations with the City's recognized bargaining units
and oversee contract administration.
City Administrator, City of Menahga, Minnesota
April 2016 to May 2018
• Directed and performed the actual day-to-day supervision and control of the administrative affairs
of the city.
• Coordinated enforcement of all laws of the State of Minnesota and City of Wadena Municipal Code
provisions.
• Prepared all city council legislation for city council adoption to ensure compliance with federal,
state, and local laws.
• Prepared for City Council adoption, a single, consolidated budget including statements related to
projected revenue, proposed sources of revenue and all expenditures and obligations incurred by
the City in the upcoming fiscal year.
• Exercised control over the fiscal expenditures of all departments and divisions of the City. Monitored
the expenditures and receipts of all departments against approved budgets and took any needed
remedial action.
• Ensured effective systems were implemented for cash flow management and appropriate
investment of surplus funds.
• Prepared and monitored all capital improvement plans.
• Oversaw all capital improvement projects and service programs from inception to completion
ensuring the project were within budget and all contracts were in order.
• Managed and supervised City departments and operations.
• Wrote and established administrative policies and procedures necessary to ensure the proper and
efficient operation of all departments and divisions of the City.
• Issued administrative orders consistent with state law, city code provisions, and council policy.
• Supervised and managed local elections in accordance with prescribed laws and regulations.
• Served as the City's personnel officer and administered personnel functions within established
policies and procedures. Directed the evaluation of employee performance and recommends hiring,
promoting, demoting, and discharging employees.
City Clerk, City of Palmer, Alaska
• Served as staff to the city council.
July 2003 to April 2016
• Served as the City's Records Manager which consisted of development of the City's retention
schedule, provided training for department records coordinators, and ensure compliance with the
retention schedule.
• Prepared and reviewed council legislation for accuracy and content prior to council action.
• Maintained the Palmer Municipal Code.
• Wrote and proposed amendments to the City Charter for council adoption and voter ratification.
• Supervised and managed local elections in accordance with prescribed laws and regulations.
• Prepared and defended the city council and city clerk's budgets.
• Prepared agendas and council packets.
• Ensured compliance with the Open Meetings Act.
• Developed and maintained database of council legislation.
• Served as parliamentarian.
• Responded to public information requests.
• Developed and maintained the City's website.
• Developed and maintained the City's social media sites.
City Clerk, City of Bethel, Alaska
• Served as staff to the city council.
May 2002 to June 2003
• Served as the City's Records Manager which consisted of development of the City's retention
schedule, provided training for department records coordinators, and ensure compliance with the
retention schedule.
• Prepared and reviewed council legislation for accuracy and content prior to council action.
• Maintained the Bethel Municipal Code.
• Supervised and managed local elections in accordance with prescribed laws and regulations.
• Prepared and defended the city council and city clerk's budgets.
• Prepared agendas and council packets.
• Ensured compliance with the Open Meetings Act.
• Developed and maintained database of council legislation.
• Served as parliamentarian.
• Responded to public information requests.
• Developed and maintained the City's website.
• Served as passport agent.
Graduated from Magic City High School, Minot, ND — 1983
Griffin Business College — 1985-1987
Eighteen years of continuing education courses to obtain Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) and International
Institute of City Managers — Credential Manager (IIMC-CM). These course include, but not limited to,
federal, state, and local laws, human resources, management, and contract and budget management.
Janette Bower
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Griffin Business College
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Candidate 3
Paul G. Dva
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Education
• Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, Alabama
• Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts and Science
Lake City Community College, Lake City, Florida
• Associate of Arts and Science, Business Administration and Management
Lake City Community College, Lake City, Florida
Work History
2012.to Present City of Lake City, Florida (population 12,910)
2018 to Present Executive Director of Utilities
2017 to 2018 Assistant City Manager -Utilities and Public Works
2015-2017 Executive Director of Utilities
2014-2015 Assistant Executive Director of Utilities
2012-2014 GIS / CAD Tech./ Crew Leader
1999--2012 Comm Tech. Inc. I P.E.A. Inc.. Gainesville. Florida
Project Manager/ Engineering and Design
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Organization:
Position:
Organization Budget -
Paul G. Dyal
City of Lake City,
Florida
Executive Director of
Utilities
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Professional Affiliations:
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Paul Dyal
December 13, 2020
Ms. Rachel Skaggs
Senior Vice President
GovHR USA
Re: Seward, AK - City Manager I Advertised on the ICMA job board
Dear Ms. Skaggs:
It is with great enthusiasm that I submit my qualifications for the City Manager position for the City of
Seward Alaska. After having reviewed your recruitment notice and becoming familiar with the City of
Seward's informative website, I am extremely interested in being considered for this position. I have
included my resume for your review.
I have over nine (9) years' experience working hands-on in municipal government serving as a GIS/CAD
Tech. Crew Leader, Assistant Executive Director of Utilities, Executive Director of Utilities, and Assistant
City Manager for Utilities and Public Works. Overall, I have thirty -years' experience working with state,
federal, and local government agencies to get projects completed. I have an in-depth understanding of the
bureaucracy of different agencies that is based on my years in the utility and construction industry. I also
have over twenty years' experience in surveying, GPS/GIS data collection and implementation, permitting,
easement and right-of-way acquisition, and I also have experience in grants and annexations. All of which
are skills that relate to the day-to-day operations of running a successful city infrastructure.
Some of my greatest strengths are my ability to solve problems, listening to others, treating people with
respect, being a man of my word, and leading by example with integrity and good humor based in
"Servant Leadership".
My wife and I have always dreamed of living in Alaska and this would be a perfect partnership toward
that dream.
Lastly, I am excited about becoming an essential part of helping to take the City of Seward to the next level
of excellence. I sincerely hope you will consider my skills, experience, expertise and enthusiasm that I
would bring to the City worthy of granting me an interview for the position.
Sincerely,
Paul Dyal )�
Enclosure: Resume
PAUL DYAL
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
I have over thirty -years' experience working with state, federal, and local government
agencies to get projects completed. I have a thorough understanding of the bureaucracy of
different agencies that consist of over nine -years working strictly in municipal government
and twenty-four years' experience working in the utility and construction industry.
Dedicated leader who performs well in different environments. Adept at managing all
phases of project life cycle, from needs assessment through implementation. Hired, trained
and was the leader to hundreds of employees during my career. Work well under pressure,
on my own, or as part of a team. Hard worker, adaptable, quick learner, and ability to
assume responsibility. Perform effectively despite sudden deadlines and changing
priorities. Excellent record of dependability and reliability.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2018-Present City of Lake City Lake City, FL
Executive Director of Utilities
• Responsible for all City Utility activities and personnel issues.
• Honest communication to Management, Council, and Public on City issues.
• Compile and administer $20 million budget.
• Liaison for citizens and city government.
• Building community relationships.
• Responsible for writing policies and procedures.
• Contract/Grant and budget negotiations.
• Grant Manager for $2,700,000 grant for sewer expansion.
• Grant Manager for $1,800,000 grant for wetland expansion.
• Grant Manager for $200,000 grant for sewer capacity study.
• Increased economic development by working with our county leaders to expand
utility services.
• Partnerships with our county leaders to construct a new $13.2 million Water
Reclamation Facility and Effluent Disposal Site for economic development.
• Responsible for $6,000,000 in ongoing repairs to the city's current Water
Reclamation Facility.
• Leader to 90 employees.
2017-2018 City of Lake City Lake City, FL
Assistant City Manager- Utilities and Public Works
• Responsible for all day-to-day city utility/public works operations.
• Honest communication to Management, Council, and Public on City issues.
• Compile and administer $30 million budget.
• Building community relationships.
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• Increased economic development by working with our county leaders to expand
utility services.
• Land use initiatives for annexation to increase size of the city.
• Repair deteriorating infrastructure.
• Liaison for citizens and city government.
• Responsible for writing/enforcing policies and procedures.
• Leader to 120 employees.
• Contract/Grant submissions and budget negotiations.
• Responsible for the budget and construction of a new $18,000,000 Water
Reclamation Facility.
• Responsible for $1,500,000 in repairs and upgrades to the city's Public Access
Reuse System.
• Oversite of a new $5,000,000 Spray Field to Wetland conversion.
• Submitted and awarded $2,700,000 grant for sewer expansion.
• Responsible for $6,000,000 in ongoing repairs to the city's current Water
Reclamation Facility.
2015-2017 City of Lake City Lake City, FL
Executive Director of Utilities
• Responsible for all day-to-day city utility activities.
• Honest communication to Management, Council, and Public on City issues.
• Compile and administer $20 million budget.
• Building community relationships.
• Increased economic development by working with our county leaders to expand
utility services.
• Land use initiatives for annexation to increase size of the city.
• Repair deteriorating infrastructure.
• Responsible for the budget and construction of a new $18,000,000 Water
Reclamation Facility.
• Responsible for $1,500,000 in repairs and upgrades to the city's Public Access
Reuse System.
• Oversite of a new $5,000,000 Spray Field to Wetland conversion.
• Responsible for $6,000,000 in ongoing repairs to the city's current Water
Reclamation Facility.
• Submitted and awarded $2,700,000 grant for sewer expansion.
• Liaison for citizens and city government.
• Responsible for writing/enforcing policies and procedures.
• Leader to 90 employees.
• Contract/Grant submissions and budget negotiations.
2014-2015 City of Lake City Lake City, FL
Assistant Executive Director of Utilities
• Responsible for all day-to-day city utility activities.
• Honest communication to Management, Council, and Public on City issues.
• Responsible for all personnel issues.
• Liaison for citizens and city government.
• Responsible for writing/enforcing policies and procedures.
• Leader to 90 employees
• Contract/Grant submissions and budget negotiations.
• Responsible for the budget and construction of a new $18,000,000 Water
Reclamation Facility.
• Responsible for $1,500,000 in repairs and upgrades to the city's Public Access
Reuse System.
• Oversite of a new $5,000,000 Spray Field to Wetland conversion.
• Responsible for $6,000,000 in ongoing repairs to the city's current Water
Reclamation Facility.
2012-2014 City of Lake City Lake City, FL
GIS / CAD Tech. / Crew Leader
• Collect GIS data on city assets.
• Update GIS address, zoning, land use, city limit boundary, political, and utility
databases.
• Maintained and updated local, state, and congressional district lines.
• Maintained and updated fire and police dispatch 911 databases.
• Maintained National Census data.
• Annexations and other city acquired property changes.
• Created engineering drawings for city projects.
• Easements, permitting, and subordination submissions on behalf of the city.
• Collect and assimilate data for grant submissions.
• Attended Council and various city committee meetings to give updates.
1999-2012 Comm Tech. Inc. / P.E.A. Inc. Gainesville, FL
Project Manager /Engineering and Design
• Project management — design to stakeholder acceptance.
• Liaison for local, state, and federal agencies.
• Reviewed engineering practices for clients.
• Ensured company rules and regulations were followed.
• Budget preparation.
• Coordinated with stakeholders to understand their needs and troubleshoot
problems.
• Maintained company standards and quality/quantity of work.
• Designed, inspected, and managed cable and pipeline projects.
• Designed specs for buildings and underground vaults.
• Designed right-of-way, permit, construction, and as -built drawings.
• Compiled GPS, GIS, State Plane and coordinate data for projects.
• Coordinated with federal, state, and local agencies to resolve any problems that
pertain to permitting, design, placement, R/W, or acquisition issues.
EDUCATION
2016
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
•
Certified Public Manager
•
Certified Supervisory Manager
2016
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
•
B.S. Business Administration
•
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
2005
Lake City Community College
Lake City, FL
•
A.A. Liberal Arts and Science Degree
•
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
2004
Lake City Community College
Lake City, FL
•
A.A.S. Business Administration and Management
•
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
1999
Lake City Community College
Lake City, FL
•
Computer Drafting II (Certificate)
1998
Lake City Community College
Lake City, FL
•
Computer Drafting (Certificate)
SELECTED AWARDS/HONORS/MEMBERSHIPS
INTERESTS
TIPS
• Member Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
• Member of Who's Who Among College Students
• 2004 Business Student of the year
• Valedictorian 2004 Spring Graduating Business class
• 2014 Dale Carnegie Highest Achievement Award Winner
• Member of ICMA
Spending time with family, church activities, scouts, gardening, working in the yard, and
learning new software applications.
My management style is collaborative and one that bolsters of a Team Leader/Facilitator.
I believe in being visible to my team and keeping my employer informed with information
they need to hear so that they can make sound decisions. I strive to learn something with
each new task assigned and I am open to new ideas that make my job more productive. I
pride myself on being a good listener who values and solicits ideas and feedback from
others. My background includes budget management and administrative supervision within
the public and private business sector. This gives me a unique understanding of public and
private ways and has given me a better understanding of my interactions with both.
Paul Dyal
Questionnaire name: Release of Information Candidate Questionnaire - Seward, AK - CM
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Paul
George
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EDUCATION: Highest Degree Earned: Bachelor of Science: Business Administration
College/University & Location(city): Columbia Southern University: Orange Beach, AL
Additional Degree Earned: A.A. Liberal Arts and Science Degree
College/University & Location(City): Lake City Community College: Lake City, FL
Additional Degree Earned: A.A.S. Business Administration and Management
College/University & Location (City): Lake City Community College: Lake City, FL
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employer, for any reason? If yes, please to deescalate the situation. The City Manager gave me a written
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Candidate 4
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Education
• Master of Public Administration
Portland State University
• Bachelor of Science, Political Science
Portland State University
Work History
2019 to 2020 City of Canby. Oregon (population 16,950)
City Administrator
2007 to 2019 City of Monmouth, Oregon (population 9,890)
City Manager
2004 to 2006 City of Coos Bay, Oregon (population 15,376)
City Manager
1996 to 2004 City of Brush, Colorado (population 5,117)
1998 to 2004 City Administrator
1996 to 1998 Assistant City Administrator
1989 to 1996 City of Gresham, Oregon (population 75,000)
Management Analyst, Budget Analyst, Administrative Aide
111989 to 611989 City of Gladstone, Oregon (popuation 10,163)
Intern
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Reporting Relationship:
Years of Experience:
Professional Affiliations:
International City/County Management Association
Oregon City/County Management Association
Scott D. McClure
City of Canby, Oregon
City Administrator
(Former)
$61,684,504
138
$120,000 - 130,000
City Council.
31
December 22, 2020
Rachel Skaggs
Senior Vice President
GovHRUSA
Re: Seward, AK City Manager Position
Dear Ms. Skaggs:
Please find enclosed my application materials to apply for the position of Seward City
Manager. I am very excited to apply for this position. Based on the profile, I think I would
be a great fit for the organization and could make an immediate positive impact.
I am looking for a new challenge in a great community. Seward would be a unique and
exceptional city to work and live in. Based on my research, the organization seems very
progressive and forward -looking and offers an extensive array of service. The city itself is
wonderful, with nice commercial and residential areas circled by magnificent beauty.
I have thirty years of local government management experience in multiple, diverse
communities similar to Seward. I have demonstrated expertise in all areas of city
administration. This includes community and economic development, finance and
budgeting, human resources, service delivery, utility management (including electric),
public safety and capital planning and construction.
I am a highly personable, collaborative and ethical leader that excels in developing
relationships and building high-performance organizations. My skillset ranges from
visioning and strategic thinking, down to the smallest operational details. I provide the
highest levels of support to elected officials, management and line staff. I am also highly
engaged in the community and in professional organizations, including serving on business
and non-profit boards.
I would truly appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my extensive skills and experience
could benefit the City of Seward. Please contact me at if you need any
additional information.
Sincerely,
Sca# D, '?lac&yze
Scott D. McClure
Scott D. McClure
Objective
A professional, challenging position in local government management.
Skills
• Highly knowledgeable in all aspects of city management
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to create a long-term vision and strategically implement the vision
• Very involved in the community and forges strong partnerships
Experience
City Administrator
City of Canby, OR (Pop. 16,950)
10/19 - 2/20
Key Responsibilities: Assist the City Council with goal -setting and policy making;
supervise and support all City operations, including serving as Public Works Director;
enforce City rules and regulations; manage the annual budget process, purchasing and
financial reporting; complete major projects; implement public relations and community
engagement strategies; interface with local, regional and state organizations.
Significant Accomplishments:
✓ Set up systems for department head communication and established team
expectations
✓ Completed extensive community outreach to citizens, businesses, partner
organizations and City advisory committees
✓ Enhanced city's external and internal communications
✓ Gained approval for a new Planner position to help keep up with rapid growth and
multiple development projects
✓ Maintained progress on all assigned projects
Scott D. McClure
City Manager
City of Monmouth, OR (Pop. 9,890)
1/07 - 10/19
Key Responsibilities: Assist the City Council with goal -setting and policy making;
supervise and support all City operations; enforce City rules and regulations; manage the
annual budget process, purchasing and financial reporting; complete major projects;
implement public relations and community engagement strategies; interface with local,
regional and state organizations.
Significant Accomplishments:
✓ Moved organization from a status quo position to dynamic and vision -focused
✓ Maintain excellent financial position through a recession and ongoing cost pressures
✓ Transformed the Downtown area
✓ Upgraded City utility systems, infrastructure and parks
✓ Built a new Police Station and electric utility headquarters, and expanded the Senior
Center
✓ Supported actions to improve and expand the community's broadband system
✓ Led a highly successful and innovative community engagement project
City Manager
City of Coos Bay, OR (Pop. 15,376)
11/04 - 9/06
Key Responsibilities: Assist the City Council with goal -setting and policy making;
supervise and oversee all City operations; enforce City rules and regulations; manage the
annual budget process, purchasing and financial reporting; complete major projects;
implement public relations and community engagement strategies; interface with local,
regional and state organizations.
Significant Accomplishments:
✓ Corrected a significant budget imbalance
✓ Developed City's first system development charge programs
✓ Helped acquire and reopen a closed historic movie theater
✓ Acquired and prepped site for a new historical museum
✓ Started redevelopment planning for a neglected portion of the town
✓ Oversaw negotiations and planning for a complex development project
Scott D. McClure
City Administrator
City of Brush, CO (Pop. 5,117)
7/98 - 11/04
Key Responsibilities: Assist the City Council with goal -setting and policy making;
supervise and oversee all City operations; enforce City rules and regulations; manage the
annual budget process, purchasing and financial reporting; complete major projects;
implement public relations and community engagement strategies; interface with local,
regional and state organizations.
Significant Accomplishments:
✓ Strengthened City's water rights portfolio
✓ Led complex negotiations for the expansion of a locally owned power plant
✓ Worked with a new company and State agencies to reopen a private prison
✓ Updated the City's compensation system
✓ Protected the City's water source from a pipeline development project
Assistant City Administrator
City of Brush, CO (Pop. 5,117)
5/96 - 7/98
Key Responsibilities: Manage building and planning functions; serve as Risk Manager;
supervise front office staff; complete special projects.
Significant Accomplishments:
✓ Developed suite of new risk management policies and upgraded safety practices
✓ Assisted with enhancements to the annual budget process
✓ Managed recruitment for new Parks and Recreation Director
✓ Developed new City Comprehensive Plan
Management Analyst, Budget Analyst, Administrative Aide 7/89 - 4/96
City of Gresham, OR (Pop. 75,000)
Key Responsibilities: Provided a variety of general administrative support to City
departments, including budgeting, capital improvement planning, citizen involvement and
Council support.
Significant Accomplishments:
✓ Tightened procedures for the Sister City Program and added a new city
✓ Participated in a complete redesign of the City's budget process
✓ Coordinated development of Oregon's second Stormwater Utility
✓ Continually improved City's capital improvement planning
Scott D. McClure
Intern
City of Gladstone, OR (Pop. 10,163)
1/89 - 6/89
Key Responsibilities: Provided a variety of administrative support to the city
administrative staff.
Significant Accomplishments:
✓ Enhanced presentation of annual budget
✓ Developed draft grant format for development of an industrial park
Education
Master of Public Administration
1989
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
1986
Portland State University
Affiliations/Community Involvement
Current
International City/County Management Oregon City/County Management
Association, Member Association, Member
Previous
City/County Insurance Services, Trustee,
Past President and Vice -President
Monmouth Independence Networks
(Telecom), Vice -President, President
Oregon Municipal Electric Utilities Assoc.,
President, Vice -President, Board Member
:I
Chemeketa Cooperative Regional Library
Service, Board Member
Monmouth -Independence Chamber of
Commerce, Board Member
Monmouth Business Association,
Secretary, President, Vice -President
Scott D. McClure
Affiliations/Community Involvement (cont.)
Monmouth -Independence Rotary Club,
Treasurer, President, Vice -President
Salem Health West Valley Foundation,
Vice -Chair, Board Member
Smith Fine Arts Series, President, Vice -
President, Board Member
Western Oregon University Foundation,
Board Member
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, Board
Member
Colorado City/County Management
Association, President, Vice -President,
Board Member
NE Colorado RC&D, President, Board
Member
Scott McClure
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provide all necessary information.
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City sued for indirect involvement in a police incident. Settled in
2017 in U.S. District Court.
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City of Canby - no cause termination 2020 with severance and
release of claims.
City of Coos Bay - no cause termination 2006 with severance
package and release of claims.
No
Candidate 5
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Education
• Master of Public Administration
Bowling Green State University
• Bachelor of Science
Bowling Green State University
Work History
2016 to Present Town of West Yellowstone_ Montana (Population 1,380)
Town Manager
1990 to 2016 Stone Environmental, LLC., Sandusky, Ohio
Vice President
2002 to 2009 Direct Action for Central Lorain. Lorain. Ohio
Executive Director
2000 to 2002 City of Sandusky, Ohio (Population 23.320)
Community Development Director
1998 to 2001 Greater Erie County Marketing Group. Sandusky, Ohio
Executive Director
1993 to 2016 Bowling Green State University
Instructor
Data Summary:
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Daniel E_ Sabolsky
Town of West
Yellowstone, Montana
Town Manager
$14 million - usually
higher, but had to
implement drastic
budget cuts dine to
COVID-19
30+
Approximately $130,000
depending on benefit
package
Town Council
Years of Experience: 27
December 29, 2020
Rachel Skaggs
Senior Vice President
GovHR USA
www.GOVHRJobs.com
Dear Rachel Skaggs:
It is with great enthusiasm that I submit my resume for consideration to be part of Seward's
leadership team. Before I discuss my leadership qualifications, I would like to state that the West
Yellowstone and Seward are extremely similar communities with the exception of the ocean and
great seafood — cold snowy winters, large seasonal variations in population, geographically
isolated location, surrounded by remote wilderness, abundance of outdoor recreation
possibilities, and a diverse community — to name just a few.
Since the start of my career, I have served in various executive leadership positions that provided
me with the opportunity to utilize my innovative skillset to revitalize, maintain, and/or enhance a
variety of communities, governments, and non-profit organizations.
My executive -level government experience includes direct responsibilities in budgeting, human
resource management, planning, economic/community development, affordable housing, and
parks/recreation. I have, personally and administratively, retained/recruited large companies,
redeveloped commercial properties, secured and managed large federal and state grants,
coordinated major infrastructure projects, drafted and implemented comprehensive plans,
reviewed site plans, wrote legislation and zoning codes, and conducted land acquisitions. I have
been responsible for the development and management of diverse assets that included municipal,
residential, commercial, industrial, public transit system, and recreational projects.
In addition to the above -mentioned experience, I was also part of the team that was able to secure
an additional 1% Resort Tax for ten communities in Montana. This involved working with both
political parties to draft the legislation, testify before the House and Senate, and lobbying the key
members of the legislative and executive branches. So, I am familiar with how to efficiently and
effectively work in a diverse and challenging political arena.
Throughout my career, I have been extremely accessible to citizens and staff, very active in the
community, and developed successful partnerships with local governments, non -profits, and the
business sector. For additional information, I can be reached at
Sincerely,
JJaniel E -4a6o SICY
DAN EL E. SABOLSKY
EDUCATION
Masters in Public Administration Bowling Green State University - 1991
Specializations: Management in Small Local Government and Community Development/Planning
Bachelor of Science
Major: Biology (Wildlife)
Bowling Green State University - 1989
Minor: Comprehensive Science
Completed all required coursework and exams for a PhD in Demography at BGSU.
WORK EXPERIENCE
TOWN MANAGER Town of West Yellowstone, MT. Jan. 2016 to Present.
■
Population of approx. 2,000 with tourist season daily average
population of 14,000 +.
■
Oversees a combined operational and capital budget of
approximately $15 million — includes revenue projections.
■
Leads a staff of 40 employees plus performs all human resource
functions including training, development, and union negotiations.
■
Obtained approval of the Montana State Legislature and Governor to
modify existing tax law to increase a local option tax limit (In an
anti -tax state). Net gain of $1.4 million/year in new revenue for the
Town.
■
Invested $500,000 in new well and transmission line. Negotiated
water rights transfer with DEQ and DNRC.
■
Created a public/private partnership to build a state-of--the-art
learning center by raising $650,000 in donations to match a Town
investment of $650.000.
■
Entered into a $2.5 million design and construction management
contract for a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant (Approx.
$16 million).
■
Undertook $500,000 in emergency renovations to sewer lagoon to
increase capacity (finished ahead of schedule and underbudget).
■
Purchased 80 acres from National Forest Service using a commercial
mortgage secured by Resort Tax revenue.
■
Drafted and implemented a new Growth Policy and the site plan for
the redevelopment of the Old Airport (80 Acre project).
■
Updated the Town's Personnel Policy Manual and Drug Testing
Policy.
■
Raised $150,000 in donations to purchase a mobile stage.
■
Revised the outdated business license and special event permits
ordinance.
■
Obtained the Town's first DEQ permit for the wastewater system.
■
Developed a capital plan for Pioneer Park and invested $650,000 in
improvements.
■ Conducted an analysis of the Town's utility rates and modified them
to plan for future capital project needs.
■ Wrote job descriptions for all Town employees.
■ Conducted a comprehensive wage and benefit study.
■ Working with a developer to construct 180 affordable housing units.
■ Issued RFPs/RFQs for legal, engineering, auditing, medical, judicial,
and architectural services.
VICE PRESIDENT Stone Environmental, LLC. Sandusky, OH, Jan. 1990 to Jan. 2016.
■ Worked for a variety of governments and non -profits as a contract
employee/consultant. Full-time endeavor 2009 -2016.
■ Areas of consulting include executive leadership, economic
development, planning, zoning, environmental testing, and grant
writing and management.
■ Provided leadership for Clydescope, Clyde Ohio's economic
development and planning agency. Worked on a $6 million
commercial project that included annexation, infrastructure
extension, and land acquisition, and structured innovative financing.
In a six-month period, recruited a hardware store, two financial
intuitions, and manufacturing facility with 100 new jobs.
■ Worked with State Paper and Metal to expand their facility onto the
former Jeep Plant site in Toledo, OH. Coordinating this $7 million
effort with the City, Lucas County Port Authority, and the State of
Ohio.
■ Acted as the Executive Director for Direct Action for Central Lorain.
See the description below.
■ Provided planning/zoning services for Jerusalem Township.
■ Obtained and managed the Neighborhood Stabilization Program
grants ($6.0 million HUD program) for the City of East Cleveland.
■ Other past clients: City of Lorain, Heidelberg College, Bowling
Green State University, Burton Township, City of Pepper Pike, City
of Sandusky, Erie County, and the Bunge Corporation.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Direct Action for Central Lorain, Lorain, Feb. 2002 to Jan. 2009.
■ Lead the community development corporation for 10,000 residents,
including full budgetary and personnel responsibilities.
■ Enforced neighborhood zoning and property maintenance codes.
■ Developed and implemented neighborhood revitalization plans.
■ Developed affordable housing projects using HOME and CDBG
funds including apartments and single-family homes.
■ Constructed and managed commercial and residential construction
projects and properties.
COM. DEV. DIRECTOR City of Sandusky. Sandusky, Ohio, May 2000 to Jan. 2002.
■ Managed a staff of 12 full-time, 3 part-time employees, and 40
contractual employees including all personnel functions.
■ Led all economic development activities, including the development
of a business roundtable, site visit program, and ombudsman
programs to focus on business retention and expansion.
■ Completed the Paper District Urban Revitalization Plan that started
Sandusky's waterfront redevelopment projects.
■ Supervised the housing and property maintenance inspectors.
■ Coordinated the operation of the County -wide Transit System.
■ Updated the comprehensive land use plan and zoning code.
■ Negotiated leases and purchase agreements for City property.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Greater Erie County Marketing Group. Sandusky, Ohio, December
1998 to April 2001.
■ Conducted all economic development activities in Erie County, with
a population of 78,000.
■ Created over 360 industrial jobs with an investment of $300 million.
■ Recruited the Great Bear Waterpark (Now Great Wolf Lodge) that
started the Erie County Waterpark Craze.
■ Completed the financing packages for large scale economic
development and housing projects.
OTHER PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS
INSTRUCTOR Bowling Green State University 1993 to 2016.
Courses included State and Local Government, Planning and Economic
Development, Public Administration, Environmental Science, and
Political Science.
PROFESSIONAL AWARDS
Ohio CDC of the Year (2003) by the Ohio Community Development Association
CDC Director of the Year (2007) by Ohio Community Development Association
Daniel Sabolsky
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Edward
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Master of Public Administration
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science
Bowling Green State University
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT 30+
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Approximately $130,000 depending on benefit package
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years, have you been disciplined by your
employer, for any reason? If yes, please
provide all information and applicable
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years, have you been investigated by a
professional association or other
organization, including but not limited
to a governmental entity with
investigative authority, for any reason?
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and applicable dates. Yes or No (If yes,
please explain).
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years, has anyone made a complaint
against you to a professional association
regarding your professional status or
certification? If yes, please provide all
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No (If yes, please explain).
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resign, or have you been terminated
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Yes; In July 2020, a grievance was filed against me for gender
discrimination, but was found to be unmerited by 5-0 vote of
Town Council. The claim was investigated by team that
consisted of the Town's outside legal counsel, an outside
employment attorney, and a HR Consultant. There were no
violations of Federal or State laws nor was there any violations
of the Town's Personnel Policy Manual.
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Education
• Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
University of South Carolina
Work History
Cell:
2017 to 2019 State of Alaska, Division of Community & Regional Affairs, Anchorage,.
Al ASkfi
Local Government Specialist III
2015 to 2017 State of Alaska. Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office_ Anchorage, Alaska
Administrator Assistant
2013 to 2015 State of Alaska. Office of the Recorders Office
Office Assistant
Data Summary:
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Joe P. Samaniego
State of Alaska, Division
of Communuty &
Regional Affairs,
Anchorage, Alaska
Local Government
Specialist III (Former)
I oversaw various
department budgets
ranging from $20,000 to
$2,000,000.00+
25
14
$130,000.00
Reporting Relationship: Environmental Program
Manager 11 and Local
7Government Specialist
i�:;. r
Years of Expert
Mayor Christy Terry
City of Seward
PO Box 167
410 Adams Street
Seward, AK 99664
To the Seward City Council, Mayor Christy Terry, & the selection committee,
My name is Joe Samaniego, and I am applying for the position of City Manager for the City of
Seward. My bachelor's degree in Political Science, experience serving as a Local Government
Specialist III for the State of Alaska and working with rural Alaska communities under the Rural
Utilities Business Advisor (RUBA) ensure I meet and exceed the minimum qualifications for the
position and will be a welcoming and collaborative approach in managing the city.
I have been the assigned State of Alaska, Local Government Specialist, for over 30 different
municipal, 20 tribal, and five (5) census -designated communities across Alaska. I worked on drafting
ordinances & resolutions, conducted research for communities, and advised on the functions that
needed to be completed by the local government and stakeholders.
Tatitlek, a tribal government community located in Prince William Sound, was facing serious issues.
Before being assigned to the community, the water utility was operating at a loss, out of compliance
with EPA, and the tribe even declared an emergency when they ran out of water. I organized a unified
effort with the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, the Alaska Municipal Land Trust, the Alaska
Department of Environmental Conservation, Tatitlek Corporation, to turn things around.
The Tatitlek IRA Council attended presentations, training workshops, and we all developed a work
plan for the community water utility and tribal council. I taught the Tribal Administrator on setting utility
rates for the water utility, drafting bylaws, and office management strategies. The council approved a
water utility budget, became more active, and all the stakeholders involved saw great improvement
overall. Since then, the community's water utility is sustainable, the tribal council is active, and a
certified water operator running the utility. Relations between the agency, the tribal government, and
tribal corporation has greatly improved following my efforts.
Along with my role, I also served as the Rural Utility Business Advisor (RUBA) for over 40
communities across Alaska. My duties included assisting and aiding municipal and tribal governments
with public utilities management, such as water, harbors, and solid waste. My experience as a Local
Government Specialist and RUBA staff will allow me to enter the position ready to serve with the
experience the City of Seward is asking for.
I have worked with the Alaska Municipal League, tribal operations, and stakeholders on conducting
training sessions for municipal and tribal governments. This included weeklong Elected Officials
training, Personnel Management, and Local Government & Public Utilities Financial Management. I
have traveled across the State to conduct on -site training sessions, including communities in the
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Kodiak, and the Aleutian East Borough.
The new City Administrator asked me to come to the City of Atka to go over ordinances and setting
up for the election, which was two months away. Once I arrived at Atka, the City Administrator and I
went over the election ordinances, drafted a to-do list, and posted notices for poll watchers. We also
reviewed the city budget, discussed the state of the water utility, and drafted a resolution to pursue
grants in upgraded the outdated water utility. Two months later, the election went without any issues,
the budget was passed before the end of the year, and the Best Practices score increased to allow
the city to be grant eligible for the water utility upgrades.
Along with my experience working with municipal and tribal governments, I have experience assisting
Census Designated Places with public utilities operated by a non-profit. The community of
Voznesenka, located east of Homer, is a community where a non-profit owns and operates the utility.
The utility was operated with volunteers, running at a loss, and had become unreliable. When I was
assigned to the community, I met with members of the non-profit and offered to conduct a water rate
study. To ensure reliable water service, we needed to know the total costs of the utility annually, set a
budget, and pay the utility staff.
My proposed budget and water rate I recommended was to increase the water rate by $30 per
customer. At the public meeting, I broke down the math to the non-profit, and residents of the
community. While most residents were concerned about the increased water rate, most agree if it
meant better service, they would be okay. Since that November of 2017, the Voznesenka water utility
has been generating profit, contributing to the Repair & Replacement Account, and expanding
service. In 2019 it won the State of Alaska Ursa Minor Award for excellence in water service. I have
been invited multiple times to present to the community, including the process of incorporating.
My experience ensures I will bring a welcoming and collaborative approach. My experience guiding
municipalities across Alaska, especially rural Alaska, is an asset I bring to the City of Seward. Seward
is one of my favorite places in Alaska. I have done many weekend trips to Seward, the opportunity to
serve the city, and see Resurrection Bay every morning, is an opportunity of a lifetime.
Thank you for your time and consideration, looking forward to meeting everyone!
Sincerely,
Joe Samaniego
Joe Samaniego
Summary of Skills
Advised and assist over 60 communities across Alaska with elections, budget preparation, utilities
management, lawmaking, and community development. Lead rural municipal and tribal governments to
address capital projects and work with stakeholders to accomplish projects. Conducted training on local
government and public utility management for elected officials, utility staff, and municipal/tribal staff.
Professional Experience
Local Government Specialist III — July 2017 through December 2019
State of Alaska, Division of Community & Regional Affairs
• Assisted over 60 communities with interpreting ordinances, state statutes, and federal regulations
• Formed intergovernmental relationship with local tribal, state, and federal government agencies
• Worked with and advised Commissioners, Elected Officials, and stakeholders
• Advised and engaged with twenty (20) tribal governments in policy and infrastructure projects
• Cultivated government relations with tribal governments and Old Russian Believer communities
• Drafted and amended annual fiscal budgets for over 20 communities across Alaska
• Provided a welcoming and inclusive environment during weeklong training courses
• Researched and reported to governments, agencies, and stakeholders complex and broad policies
Administrator Assistant — August 2015 through June 2017
State of Alaska, Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office
• Completed the Commercial Marijuana Regulations Drafting project ahead of schedule with zero (0)
Open Meetings Acts violations
• Interpreted and presented regulations to local governments, legislatures, and stakeholders
• Managed the marijuana regulations project deadlines, organized public meetings, and coordinated
department staff
• Received, cataloged, and respond to public comments, questions, and media requests
• Informed Marijuana Control Board members of state and federal regulations, Cole Memorandum
• Managed department budget, track, and prepared staff evaluations and confidential files
• Procured and requested for proposal project management for marijuana tracking software
Office Assistant — January 2013 through July 2015
State of Alaska, Office of the Recorders Office
• Inspect achieved files to ensure quality control and order replacement
• Organized, locate, and share land platting documents with the public
• Handled confidential information and ensure accurate data entry
• Inventory and supplies management and initiating order process when needed
• Worked with and mentored rural staff members on best practices
• Handled questions from the public and elected officials across Alaska
Education
University of South Carolina
B.A. Political Science, focus on Political Theory
Joe Samaniego
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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
University of South Carolina
25
14
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in any court or administrative
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professionally? If yes, please provide
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resign, or have you been terminated
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Candidate 7
'Robert F. VanVolkenburgh
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Education
• Juris Doctor
University of Pittsburgh, School of Law, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
• Master of Business Administration
Carnegie Mellon University, Tepper School of Business, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
• Bachelor of Arts. Political Science
University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon
• Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
SUNY Buffalo, Buffalo, New York
Work History
2016 to Present Brevard County, Merritt Island. Florida (y2pulation 535,640)
2018 to Present Chief of Staff to County Commissioner
2016 to 2018 Finance Manager
2013 to 2016 Brevard County Clerk of Court, Titusville, Florida (population 535,640)
Internal Auditor
2011 to 2012 Litchfield Cavo LLP/ Douglas C. Zahm. P.A., St. Petersburg/Tampa,
Associate Attorney
2009 to 2011 Baptist Health, Jacksonville, Florida
Business Manager
Work History Cont.
2008 to 2009 Law Offices of Robert F. Vanvolkenburgh, Melbourne, Florida
Attorney —Sole Proprietorship
2006 to 2007 State Attorney's Office, Melbourne, Florida
Assistant State Attorney
2005 to 2006 Aeon Corporation, Tokyo, Jgpan
English Teacher
2000 to 2002 Deloitte Consulting, LLP, Irving Texas
Manager, Strategy & Operations Competency (Energy Practice)
1998 to 2000 Columbia Energy Group, Herndon, Virginia
Senior Associate, Corporate Strategic Planning
1997 to 1998 Duquesne Lightpany, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvani
Project Coordinator, Finance & Administration
1990 to 1991 North Cove Yacht Harbor_ Inc._ New York_ New York
Assistant Harbormaster
1987 to 1990 Barnett Banks, Inc., Jacksonville and Miami Lakes, Florida
Bank Operations Officer
1981 to 1986 Sayville Ferry Service, Inc., Sayville, New York
Ferryboat Captain
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Organization Budget:
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Expected Salary:
Reporting Relationship:
Robert F.
VanVolkenburgh
Brevard County, Merritt
Island, Florida
Chief of Staff to County
Commissioner
$1.5 billion
County budget
oversight: $1.5 billion, ,
Comnussion District
budget: $325,000
1' I
Commission District
consists of 4 employees
$130,000 annual
County Commissioner
(current) ;
Years of Experience >, 29
To: Rachel Skaggs, Senior Vice President, GovHR USA
The Honorable Mayor Terry and Council Members, City of Seward
Re: City Manager opening
I am delighted to apply for Seward's city manager position. I believe I would be a
good fit for this position for several reasons, as outlined below.
Although thousands of miles apart, and in different temperate zones, the county I
work and reside in is similar to Seward in that it is a coastal community with a
transportation network that includes cruise and cargo ships, rail, buses, airports, and
highways and local roads.
My government experience encompasses many different operational and policy
areas. Currently, as chief of staff for a diverse commission district representing over
100,000 constituents, my work touches on a wide range of issues that come before the
commission, and for which commissioners have oversight. For example, Public Works
and Utilities are of particular concern due to the flooding issues we have in my district,
and the concern about the deteriorating quality of the Indian River Lagoon. The health
of the commercial sector of Merritt Island (in my district) is also an area requiring
attention, thus, I spend significant time acting as an advisor to the executive director of
the community redevelopment agency, which receives over a million dollars a year in
tax increment financing.
As a finance manager in Brevard County's human resources department,
became well acquainted with health and risk insurance matters, as well issues related to
personnel.
As a firefighter/EMT reservist with Brevard County's fire rescue department, I
was able to gain firsthand knowledge of fire rescue operations, along with knowledge
regarding the resources and constraints that are inherent in these operations.
As an assistant state attorney, I interacted closely with law enforcement, as I was
responsible for making prosecutorial decisions relating to arrests, and determining the
manner in which cases should be handled.
Finally, my private sector experience is relevant in two respects: my experience
as a business manager in the health care industry (emergency department operations),
and my experience as a ferryboat captain and harbormaster.
I truly appreciate your consideration.
Fritz VanVolkenburgh R7/
ROBERT F. "FRITZ" VANVOLKENBURGH
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BREVARD COUNTY, Merritt Island, FL
Chief of Staff to County Commissioner
(Nov. 2018 — Present)
2016 — PRESENT
Currently manage the staff of a county commissioner representing over 100,000 residents
Responsible for policy development and constituent services, as well as the financial and
operational oversight of the County's $1.5 billion budget
Provide analysis and recommendations on agenda items before the Board
Finance Manager
(Nov. 2016 — Nov. 2018)
• Managed the Department of Human Resources' $134 million budget, including employee
benefits, risk management, personnel technical services and employee relations
• Ensured the proper administration of all disbursements and receipts
• Performed a project management role on issues relating to Human Resources operations
• Graduate of the County's Executive Leadership Institute
BREVARD COUNTY CLERK OF COURT, Titusville, FL 2013 — 2016
Internal Auditor
Reviewed county operations to ensure funds were used in compliance with laws, ordinances,
agreements and established policies
o e.g., real estate transactions; economic development; community redevelopment;
animal services; fire rescue; bond issuances; road projects; health care
Managed multiple projects, with the goal of improving operations, resolving issues and
ensuring the adequacy of controls within the Clerk's office
o e.g., guardianship and probate; cashiering; e-filing; budgetary matters; lawsuit
resolution; pro se documentation; customer care
LITCHFIELD CAVO LLP / DOUGLAS C. ZAHM, P.A., St. Petersburg/Tampa, FL 2011 — 2012
Associate Attorney
• Performed legal work on behalf of large financial institutions, focusing on litigated
foreclosure matters in Florida
• Drafted and filed motions and opposition memoranda, responded to discovery requests,
conducted case analyses, and attended hearings, mediations and non jury trials
BAPTIST HEALTH, Jacksonville, FL
2009 — 2011
Business Manager
• Managed all business -related activities for one of Northeast Florida's largest hospital
emergency departments, including budgeting, supplies, plant & facilities, operational
performance initiatives and revenue -capture
• Managed a $9 million budget and over $60 million in generated claims
• Achieved executive buy -in of a $200,000 emergency room renovation
• As part of operational review, provided detailed mapping of physician workflow in order to
optimize sequencing of medical staff and inventory placement
ROBERT F. VANVOLKENBURGH - PAGE I OF 3
LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT F. VANVOLKENBURGH, Melbourne, FL 2008 — 2009
Attorney — Sole Proprietorship
• Established and operated a sole practitioner law office
• Law practice focused primarily on civil matters, including bankruptcies
STATE ATTORNEY' S OFFICE, Melbourne, FL
2006 — 2007
Assistant State Attorney
• Managed a docket of 300+ misdemeanor cases; disposed of nearly 700 cases
• Served as first chair on several jury and non jury trials, with cases involving DUIs, battery,
solicitation, resisting without violence, petit theft and contracting without a license
AEON CORPORATION, Tokyo, Japan
English Teacher
2005 — 2006
Taught conversational English to students ranging from 15 years of age to retirees; prepared
course materials, interviewed prospective students and counseled matriculated students
DELOITTE CONSULTING, LLP, Irving, TX 2000 — 2002
Manager, Strategy & Operations Competency (Energy Practice)
• Served as lead or staff consultant on teams performing strategic assessments, synergies
analyses, operational reviews and integration activities for multi -billion dollar mergers
• Helped identify over $1 billion of potential labor and nonlabor savings for a proposed energy
merger; synergy study results provided basis for go -forward reviews by regulatory agencies
and investment banks
Helped manage merger target identification process for a multi -billion dollar utility holding
company; narrowed target field to a few select companies, thereby permitting a focused
solicitation by client executives and firm partners
Benchmarked an entire organization by headcount and unit expense relative to industry
comparables; results led to a corporate -wide executive sponsored review of subsidiary
operations and shared services
COLUMBIA ENERGY GROUP, Herndon, VA 1998 — 2000
Senior Associate, Corporate Strategic Planning
• Prepared financial reports for senior management and helped produce SEC reports (e.g., 10-
Qs) for this Fortune 500 company
• Completed the financial analysis for a telecom -related (dark fiber) business plan involving
$100+ million in capital expenditures
• Managed an internal engagement to capture/document process maps, descriptions and
opportunities relating to operations and support functions of a large propane subsidiary;
company executives implemented several key recommendations
• Conducted natural gas pricing analyses to determine the optimal revenue stream for
transmission and storage segments
DUQUESNE LIGHT COMPANY, Pittsburgh, PA
Project Coordinator, Finance & Administration
1997 — 1998
Helped strategically allocate the assets of a $600 million defined benefits pension trust; rates
of return exceeded industry norms
Performed due diligence, negotiated and closed on a $3 million venture capital investment
Screened fund managers for performance and suitability; recommendations heavily
influenced placement of trust funds.
ROBERT F. VANVOLKENBURGH - PAGE 2 OF 3
NORTH COVE YACHT HARBOR, INC., New York, NY 1990 — 1991
Assistant Harbormaster
• Helped manage an international luxury yacht harbor containing 26 berths valued at nearly
$40 million
• Provided technical and concierge services to professional yacht crews
• Helped establish a mega -yacht charter/sales brokerage service
BARNETT BANKS, INC., Jacksonville and Miami Lakes, FL 1987 — 1990
Bank Operations Officer
• Managed second -shift item processing operations in Barnett's South Florida operations
center (largest in Florida)
• Processed and balanced up to a billion dollars daily in transactions (million -plus items daily)
• Decreased error rate on proof -of -deposit check processing to nearly one out -of -balance
transaction per one million items processed
• Completed an 8-month comprehensive management training program in Jacksonville
SAYVILLE FERRY SERVICE, INC., Sayville, NY Summers, 1981 — 1986
Ferryboat Captain
• Operated high-speed passenger ferries carrying up to 350 people
• Trained crew and junior captains
Prior to Coast Guard licensing, operated and managed (as a 19-year old) a 65' freightboat,
transporting mainly lumber, restaurant and hotel supplies
EDUCATION / LICENSING
❖ MBA (MSIA), Carnegie Mellon University, Tepper School of Business, Pittsburgh, PA — 1998
❖ Juris Doctor, University of Pittsburgh School of Law, Pittsburgh, PA — 1998
❖ Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR — 1993
❖ Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, SUNY Buffalo, Buffalo, NY — 1986
❖ EMT and Firefighter Academy programs, Hillsborough Comm. College, Tampa, FL — 2012, 2013
o Firefighter/EMT Reservist with Brevard County Fire Rescue (2013 — 2019)
❖ US Coast Guard Master Merchant Marine License (100 tons)
Florida Bar—
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Robert VanVolkenburgh
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Francis
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$1.5 billion
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