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Approve and authorize advanced step placement for Timothy Lanquist at Step 7 of the Chief Deputy Sheriff salary range retroactive to December 2, 2024, in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394, Section A.1.11.5.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Approve and authorize advanced step placement for Timothy Lanquist at Step 7 of the Chief Deputy Sheriff salary range retroactive to December 2, 2024, in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394, Section A.1.11.5.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Sheriff conducted a national recruitment process utilizing a firm retained through the Human Resources Department. At the conclusion of the recruitment process the Sheriff conducted a comprehensive review of qualified law enforcement professionals in making this selection for her executive management team. At the conclusion of her review process, and in advance of the current hiring freeze, she extended an offer of employment to Timothy Lanquist to become her next Chief Deputy Sheriff.
Placement at an advanced step may be requested to compensate an employee, commensurate with their specialized knowledge, skill, years of relevant service, and recognition of their current compensation package. Pursuant to the provisions of Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394, Board of Supervisors’ approval is required to authorize placement above step 3 in Unit Y.
Chief Deputy Timothy Lanquist, for more than 29 years, has dedicated himself to public service. Tim served six years with the United States Navy attaining the rank of Lieutenant. He served in various management and leadership roles including Naval Academy Sports Information Officer as well as Recruit Training Division Officer, Manpower Officer, and Assistant Director of Military Training at the Navy’s only boot camp in Great Lakes, IL.
Tim started his law enforcement career with the Ventu...
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