4.6 Hiring Recreation Leader Positions
Request for
City Council Action
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT REQUESTOR: MEETING DATE:
Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation Director Jacobs January 23, 2022
PRESENTER(s) REVIEWED BY: ITEM #:
Consent Assistant City Administrator/Human Resources Hille
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty
4.6 – Recreation
Leader Hires
STRATEGIC VISION
MEETS: THE CITY OF OTSEGO:
Is a strong organization that is committed to leading the community through innovative
communication.
Has proactively expanded infrastructure to responsibly provide core services.
Is committed to delivery of quality emergency service responsive to community needs and
expectations in a cost-effective manner.
X Is a social community with diverse housing, service options, and employment opportunities.
Is a distinctive, connected community known for its beauty and natural surroundings.
AGENDA ITEM DETAILS
RECOMMENDATION:
City staff is recommending that the City Council approve the hiring for two Recreation Leaders.
ARE YOU SEEKING APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT? IS A PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED?
No No
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
To support the Parks and Recreation Department, staff is recommending the hiring of Darcey Bichler and
Trisha Halvorson for the budgeted positions of Recreation Leaders. If approved, Darcey and Trisha would
assist with Adult Fitness programs and building supervision. Darcey and Trisha have undergone an
interview, reference inquiry, and successfully passed a background check.
The Seasonal, Temporary & Part-Time Pay Plan outlines a range of $11.50 - $18.50 per hour for the
Recreation Leader position.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
• None
POSSIBLE MOTION
PLEASE WORD MOTION AS YOU WOULD LIKE IT TO APPEAR IN THE MINUTES:
Motion to approve hiring Darcey Bichler and Trisha Halvorson for the Recreation Leader position, with pay
at $15.00 per hour.
BUDGET INFORMATION
FUNDING: BUDGETED:
General Fund – Recreation
101-45250-104
Yes