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Memo to Mayor aild Council February 20, 2003 Page 2 of2 . >- First interviews with the Councilor Selection Committee. >- Finalist Interview / Selection 1. Finalist interaction with City staff and City tour 2. Finalist interaction with Community 3. Finalist interaction with the Council 4. Finalist interview with the Council 5. Council selects preferred candidate The above process is intended to provide an overall idea of how an internally facilitated process might be handled. 2. Retain an Executive Search Firm Many cities elect to retain an executive search firm to facilitate the screening and selection process, The process might be similar to what is outlined above, however, the firm typically solicits interest, works with the Council on their "ideal" candidate, conducts the initial screening, and coordinates with the Council on the selection of the finalists. A position . profile is also cotnmonly developed as part of the process. In their search for an administrator, the City of Mounds View recently received estimates and statements of qualifications from nine executive search firms, The cost ranged anywhere from $18,000 to $25,000. Both of the above have advantages and disadvantages, The advantage of going with an internal process is that it is less expensive and takes less time, The disadvantage is that it can be more work and less focused. Alternatively, working with an executive search firm could lead to a more comprehensive process, but it takes longer and is more expensive, Staff is seeking direction from the Council on which option they would prefer. Once an option is selected, staffwill work with the Council on next steps. Requested Action I, Provide direction on the preferred method for hiring a new City Administrator .