Aurora, Illinois

File #: 19-0563    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 6/27/2019 In control: City Council
On agenda: 9/10/2019 Final action: 9/10/2019
Title: A Resolution to Enter into an Agreement with Dr. Friedman as a Provider of Psychological Assessments for Public Safety Candidates.
Attachments: 1. Friedman Group Summary.pdf, 2. Friedman Group Contract.pdf
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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin

FROM: Alisia Lewis, Director of Human Resources

DATE: August 21, 2019

SUBJECT:
A Resolution to Enter into an Agreement with Dr. Alan Friedman as a Provider of Psychological Assessments for Public Safety Candidates.

PURPOSE:
To enter into an agreement with Dr. Friedman as the provider of psychological assessments for Public Safety candidates.

BACKGROUND:
The City has used the background investigation services of Stanard and Associates for thirteen years for public safety personnel. In order to improve upon retaining qualified employees, the city stays open to considering new and proven recruitment and selection opportunities.

DISCUSSION:
Dr. Friedman is a highly recognized clinical Psychologist that works with organizations across the country. He has extensive experience in the field of personality assessment and behavioral science. He developed a post offer/pre-employment assessment that uses a statistically based matrix covering eighteen areas to identify personality traits. Feedback from numerous municipalities indicate that Dr. Friedman's matrix system provides an accurate and comprehensive assessment for qualified candidates. He comes highly recommended. The assessment process used will also provide ongoing data on selected applicants. The data analysis and feedback can then be utilized to customize and identify qualifications best suited for this organization.

IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A

RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the City Council approve the resolution authorizing an agreement between Dr. Friedman and the City of Aurora as a provider of psychological assessments for Public Safety candidates.


cc: Finance Committee



CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS

RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution to Enter into an Agreement with Dr. Friedman as a Provider of Psychological Assessments for Public Safety Candidates.
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is...

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