TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Tallahassee City Commission on Aug. 26 voted to take the next steps in its search for the city’s next city manager, approving a three-part interview process for three finalists.
The finalists are Scott Andrews, former county manager of Dona Ana, New Mexico; Karen Jumonville, deputy city manager of Tallahassee; and Valerie Washington, assistant city manager of Fort Worth, Texas.
Renée Narloch & Associates, a public sector search firm specializing in senior-level executive recruitment, developed and presented the process approved by the City Commission.
On Tuesday, Sept. 1, each finalist will interview individually with the mayor and each city commissioner. Later that day, the city will host a community meet-and-greet with the finalists from 4-6 p.m. at Parkview at Cascades, 414 E. Bloxham St. The mayor and city commissioners are scheduled to attend.
On Wednesday, Sept. 2, each finalist will give a public presentation to the commission about their interest in and qualifications for the role. Presentations will begin at 9 a.m. at City Hall, 300 S. Adams St., and will stream live on the city’s website. After the presentations, the City Commission will deliberate.
“This comprehensive, multi-step process will provide meaningful insight into each of the candidate’s qualifications and leadership style giving the City Commission ample opportunity to thoroughly vet them,” Renée Narloch said. “This process was thoughtfully designed to ensure opportunities for members of the public to engage with the finalists, learn more about their backgrounds and perspectives, and gain a better understanding of their approach to leading the organization and serving the Tallahassee community.”
More information about each finalist and background on the city manager recruitment process is available at https://bit.ly/4xp1Yxy.