CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM
Petitioner:
Kevin Schiller, County Manager
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Ratify the appointment of Jamie Sorenson as Director of Social Services. (For possible action).
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At the conclusion of a national search, which included a series of interviews and a townhall allowing employees and stakeholders to provide their feedback, Mr. Jamie Sorenson has been selected as the successful candidate for the position of Director of Social Services effective September 18, 2023.Mr. Sorenson brings more than 28 years of experience in the fields of social service and child welfare, including in his most recent position as Director of the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Children and Family Services Collaborative Safety. Mr. Sorenson has managed large teams of employees, complex budgets and successfully implemented multiple programs over the course of his career. Mr. Sorenson's experience and expertise will be a value to Clark County.Pursuant to Clark County Code Chapter 2.40.100, I am respectfully requesting that the Board ratify this appointment.