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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Alisia Lewis, Director of Human Resources
DATE: June 5, 2018
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of Jason Bauer as the Assistant Director of Public Works.
PURPOSE:
To obtain authorization to appoint Jason Bauer as the Assistant Director of Public Works.
BACKGROUND:
The retirement of Stephen Andras created a vacancy for the position of Assistant City Engineer.
In addition, due to the reorganization of City department and divisions, the Public Works Department has been expanded significantly. In order to ensure proper management of the additional operational functions in Public Works, an Assistant Director of Public Works is needed.
DISCUSSION:
The position of Assistant Director of Public Works was posted internally and three qualified individuals were interviewed. After a thorough assessment and consideration of his education, skills and experience, Jason Bauer was selected for the position. He has sixteen years of experience involving a variety of civil engineering disciplines. He has been with the City of Aurora since October 20, 2014. Jason has a master's degree from the University of Illinois in Civil Engineering and is a licensed professional engineer. He has successfully functioned as a coordinator of engineering projects as well as demonstrated the ability to management staff and contractors effectively.
Jason will also assume the responsibilities of the Assistant City Engineer position, which will not be backfilled.
The new position will be codified in the upcoming 2017 budget amendment, effective upon approval.
Job Description and resume are attached for reference.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the City Council authorize the appointment of Jason Bauer as Assistant Director of Public Works for the City of Aurora.
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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