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AGENDA ITEM Prepared By: CF Reviewed By: AMC 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 2 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. Nicholas Schwarz is currently employed as a Care Taker for Mankato Rehabilitation Center Inc. Schwarz has a AAS in Law Enforcement from Alexandria Technical College. He has taken the required examination and passed the POST licensing exam. Schwarz is excited about the opportunity to work for the Orono Police Department. 5. Recommended Compensation. I recommend to hire Nicholas Schwarz as a full-time police officer with an effective start date of July 31, 2023. a. Salary. Starting rate of $35.02/hour start (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 Nicholas Schwarz as a full-time police officer at the rate of $35.02 per hour with a start date of July 31, 2023. Item No.: 7 Date: July 24, 2023 Item Description: Authorization to Hire Police Officer – Nicholas Schwarz Presenter: Correy Farniok Police Chief Agenda Section: Consent Agenda