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AGENDA ITEM Prepared By: CF 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. 2. Background. The Police Department is currently recruiting to fill 1 anticipated vacancy. A vacancy is expected in May 2023 with a current officer retiring. 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. Jennifer Lyrek is currently employed as a deputy with the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office assigned to water patrol. Lyrek has a BA in Criminal Justice from Upper Iowa University. She has taken the required examination and passed the POST licensing exam. Lyrek is excited about the opportunity to work for the Orono Police Department. 5. Recommended Compensation. I recommend to hire Jennifer Lyrek as a full-time police officer with an effective start date of February 27, 2023. a. Salary. Starting rate of $37.08/hour step 1 (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 Jennifer Lyrek as a full-time police officer at the rate of $37.08 per hour with a start date of February 27, 2023. Item No.: 7 Date: February 13, 2023 Item Description: Authorization to Hire Jennifer Lyrek - Police Officer Presenter: Correy Farniok Police Chief Agenda Section: Consent Agenda