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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 swerving 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. Brayden Sherman is currently employed as a Part-Time Police Officer in Foley and as a Court Deputy in Benton County. Sherman has a Criminal Justice Degree from Hennepin Technical College. He has taken the required examination and passed the POST licensing exam. Sherman is excited about the opportunity to work for the Orono Police Department. 5. Recommended Compensation. I recommend to hire Brayden Sherman as a full-time police officer with an effective start date of April 25, 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 Brayden Sherman as a full-time police officer at the rate of $33.66 per hour with a start date of April 25, 2022. Item No.: 5 Date: April 11, 2022 Item Description: Request to Hiring Full-Time Police Officer Presenter: Correy Farniok Police Chief Agenda Section: Consent Agenda