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AGENDA ITEM Prepared By: Correy Farniok Reviewed By: A. Carlson Approved By: 1.Purpose. The purpose of this action item is to gain approval to hire a full-time police officer. An opening exists for a full-time police officer. 2.Background. The Police Department is currently recruiting to fill 3 vacancies. 3.Recruitment. The selection process for the position involved advertising the position, application screening, and interviews. First round interviews are completed by a panel of currently serving officers and second round interviews by the Chief of Police. Police Officer applicant must also successfully complete a Psychological Exam, a Physical (Pre-employment medical) exam and has pass the MN Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) licensing exam. 4.Recommended Candidate. Cory Slipka is currently employed as a Part-Time Police Officer in Foley. Slipka also worked for the Brooklyn Park Fire Department from 2001to 2016, earning the rank of Training Captain. Slipka has a Criminal Justice Degree from Hennepin Technical College. Slipka is excited about the opportunity to work for the Orono Police Department. 5.Recommended Compensation. I recommend to hire Cory Slipka as a full-time police officer with a start date of June 6, 2022. a.Salary. Starting rate of $33.66/hour (LELS Local 40 Agreement pay scale). b.Benefits. As a full-time employee the position is eligible for benefits as outlined in the LELS Local 40 Agreement and personnel handbook. This includes enrollment in the Police and Fire Plan of the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED Motion to approve the hiring of Cory Slipka as a full-time police officer at the rate of $33.66 per hour with a start date of June 6, 2022. Item No.: 7 Date: May 23, 2022 Item Description: Approval to Hire Full-Time Police Officer Presenter: Correy Farniok Police Chief Agenda Section: Consent Agenda