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Appointment of Bruce Kelii as the Deputy Emergency Management Director for Hennepin County effective August 1, 2023
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 12.25 subd 2(a), the Hennepin County Board appoints Bruce Kelii as the Deputy Emergency Management Director, effective August 1, 2023.
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Background:
In accordance with Minnesota Statutes 12.25 subd 2(a), each county emergency management organization must have a director and one or more deputy directors appointed by the county board. After the previous deputy director resigned, the county installed Mr. Kelii as acting Deputy Director and began an open competitive recruitment process. Following a series of applicant screenings and interviews, the County Administrator is recommending the appointment of Bruce Kelii for the permanent position of Deputy Emergency Management Director. Mr. Kelii has experience in disasters in both military and civilian settings and has worked in the Hennepin County Emergency Management department since 2013 and holds a Masters Degree in Emergency Management.
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval