TITLE
Consider a memorandum/resolution approving the appointment of a City Auditor.
SUMMARY
AGENDA ITEM
Appointment of City Auditor
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT
Human Resources
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The position of City Auditor was approved in the FY 16-17 Budget. Section 40 of the City Charter authorizes the City Council to appoint a City Auditor.
DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION
The City Auditor position has been vacant since September 30, 2016. The vacancy was advertised on the City of Killeen website, Texas Municipal League Career Center, and Government Finance Officers Association of Texas websites. We received twenty-three (23) applications. The most highly qualified candidates, a total of three, were screened to interview, and two qualified applicants were interviewed by the City Council.
Of the candidates, Matthew Grady was selected to serve as City Auditor; his resume’ is attached. If approved, Mr. Grady’s first day of employment with the City of Killeen will be Tuesday, January 17, 2017.
FISCAL IMPACT
Sufficient funds are available in the City Manager’s Department for this position.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council approve the selection of Matthew Grady as City Auditor.