TITLE
Consider a memorandum/resolution approving the appointment of an Executive Director of Finance.
SUMMARY
AGENDA ITEM
Appointment of an Executive Director of Finance
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT
Assistant City Manager, Internal Services
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The position of Executive Director of Finance was approved in the FY 2014-15 Budget. Section 29 of the City Charter authorizes the City Manager to appoint department heads with approval of the Council.
DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION
The Executive Director of Finance position was advertised in a variety of outlets to include the City of Killeen website, Texas Municipal League Career Center, Government Finance Officers Association website, University of North Texas Career Center, Texas A & M University Career Center, and University of Texas Career Center. The eligibility list included five applicants. The most highly qualified candidates, a total of three, were selected for interview by three panels that included City Department and Division Heads, Assistant City Managers, and the City Manager.
As a result, Jonathan Locke was selected to serve as Executive Director of Finance. Mr. Locke will be present in our audience tonight.
RECOMMENDATION
Sufficient funds are available in the Finance Department budget for this position.