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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AND
This AGREEMENT is entered into this Maday of , 20M, by and between the
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, a munici al corporation and general law city ( "CITY ") and 10
a Nevada, Corporation ( "CONSULTANT ").
1. CONSIDERATION.
A. As partial consideration, CONSULTANT agrees to perform the work listed in the
SCOPE OF SERVICES, below;
B. As additional consideration, CONSULTANT and CITY agree to abide by the
terms and conditions contained in this Agreement;
C. As additional consideration, CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT a sum not to
exceed dollars ($ for CONSULTANT's
services. CITY may modify this amount as set forth below. Unless otherwise
specified by written amendment to this Agreement, CITY will pay this sum as
specified in the attached Exhibit "A," which is incorporated by reference.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES.
A. CONSULTANT will perform services listed in the attached Exhibit `B," whi,:h is
incorporated by reference.
B. CONSULTANT will, in a professional manner, furnish all of the labor, technical,
administrative, professional and other personnel, all supplies and materials,
equipment, printing, vehicles, transportation, office space and facilities, and all
tests, testing and analyses, calculation, and all other means whatsoever, excq)t as
herein otherwise expressly specified to be furnished by CITY, necessary or proper
to perform and complete the work and provide the professional services required
of CONSULTANT by this Agreement.
3. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS. While performing this Agreement, CONSULTANT
will use the appropriate generally accepted professional standards of practice existing at the time
of performance utilized by persons engaged in providing similar services. CITY will
continuously monitor CONSULTANT's services. CITY will notify CONSULTANT of any
deficiencies and CONSULTANT will have fifteen (15) days after such notification to cure arty
shortcomings to CITY's satisfaction. Costs associated with curing the deficiencies will be borne
by CONSULTANT.
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4. PAYMENTS. For CITY to pay CONSULTANT as specified by this Agreement,
CONSULTANT must submit a detailed invoice to CITY which lists the hours worked and
how•ly rates for each personnel category and reimbursable costs (all as set forth in Exhibit "A ")
the tasks performed, the percentage of the task completed during the billing period, the
cumulative percentage completed for each task, the total cost of that work during the preceding
billi:lg month and a cumulative cash flow curve showing projected and actual expenditures
versus time to date.
5. NON- APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS. Payments due and payable to CONSULTANT for
curr,;nt services are within the current budget and within an available, unexhausted and
unencumbered appropriation of the CITY. In the event the CITY has not appropriated sufficient
funds for payment of CONSULTANT services beyond the current fiscal year, this Agreement
will cover only those costs incurred up to the conclusion of the current fiscal year.
6. ,ADDITIONAL WORK.
A. CITY's city manager ( "Manager ") may determine, at the Manager's sole
discretion, that CONSULTANT must perform additional work ( "Additional
Work ") to complete the Scope of Work. If Additional Work is needed, the
Manager will give written authorization to CONSULTANT to perform such
Additional Work.
B. If CONSULTANT believes Additional Work is needed to complete the Scope of
Work, CONSULTANT will provide the Manager with written notification that
contains a specific description of the proposed Additional Work, reasons for such
Additional Work, and a detailed proposal regarding cost.
C. Payments over $= for Additional Work must be approved by CITY's city
council. All Additional Work will be subject to all other terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
7. FAMILIARITY WITH WORK.
A. By executing this Agreement, CONSULTANT agrees that it has:
i. Carefully investigated and considered the scope of services to be
performed;
ii. Carefully considered how the services should be performed; and
iii. Understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending
performance of the services under this Agreement.
B. If services involve work upon any site, CONSULTANT agrees that
CONSULTANT has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted
with the conditions there existing, before commencing the services hereunder.
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Should CONSULTANT discover any latent or unknown conditions that may
materially affect the performance of the services, CONSULTANT will
immediately inform CITY of such fact and will not proceed except at
CONSULTANT's own risk until written instructions are received from CITY.
8. TERM. The term of this Agreement will be from , to E.
Unless otherwise determined by written amendment between the parties, this Agreement will
terminate in the following instances:
A. Completion of the work specified in Exhibit "A ";
B. Termination as stated in Section 16.
9. TIME FOR PERFORMANCE.
A. CONSULTANT will not perform any work under this Agreement until:
i. CONSULTANT furnishes proof of insurance as required under Section 23
of this Agreement; and
ii. CITY gives CONSULTANT a written notice to proceed.
B. Should CONSULTANT begin work on any phase in advance of receiving written
authorization to proceed, any such professional services are at CONSULTANT's
own risk.
10. TIME EXTENSIONS. Should CONSULTANT be delayed by causes beyond
CONSULTANT's control, CITY may grant a time extension for the completion of the contracted
services. If delay occurs, CONSULTANT must notify the Manager within forty-eight hours (48
hours), in writing, of the cause and the extent of the delay and how such delay interferes with the
Agreement's schedule. The Manager will extend the completion time, when appropriate, for the
completion of the contracted services.
11. CONSISTENCY. In interpreting this Agreement and resolving any ambiguities, the main
body of this Agreement takes precedence over the attached Exhibits; this Agreement supersedes
any conflicting provisions. Any inconsistency between the Exhibits will be resolved in the o:-der
in which the Exhibits appear below:
A. Exhibit A: Scope of Work;
B. Exhibit B: Budget; and
C. Exhibit C: Proposal for Services.
12. CHANGES. CITY may order changes in the services within the general scope of this
Agreement, consisting of additions, deletions, or other revisions, and the contract sum and the
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contract time will be adjusted accordingly. All such changes must be authorized in writing,
executed by CONSULTANT and CITY. The cost or credit to CITY resulting from changes in
the :;ervices will be determined in accordance with written agreement between the parties.
13. TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER. CONSULTANT will provide CITY with a
Taxpayer Identification Number.
14. PERMITS AND LICENSES. CONSULTANT, at its sole expense, will obtain and
maintain during the term of this Agreement, all necessary permits, licenses, and certificates that
may be required in connection with the performance of services under this Agreement.
15. `JVAIVER. CITY's review or acceptance of, or payment for, work product prepared by
CONSULTANT under this Agreement will not be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights
CITY may have under this Agreement or of any cause of action arising from CONSULTANT's
performance. A waiver by CITY of any breach of any term, covenant, or condition contained in
this Agreement will not be deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any
other term, covenant, or condition contained in this Agreement, whether of the same or different
character.
16. 'TERMINATION.
A. Except as otherwise provided, CITY may terminate this Agreement at any time
with or without cause.
B. CONSULTANT may terminate this Agreement at any time with CITY's mutual
consent. Notice will be in writing at least thirty (30) days before the effective
termination date.
C. Upon receiving a termination notice, CONSULTANT will immediately cease
performance under this Agreement unless otherwise provided in the termination
notice. Except as otherwise provided in the termination notice, any additional
work performed by CONSULTANT after receiving a termination notice will be
performed at CONSULTANT" own cost; CITY will not be obligated to
compensate CONSULTANT for such work.
D. Should termination occur, all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies,
surveys, drawings, maps, reports and other materials prepared by CONSULTANT
will, at CITY's option, become CITY's property, and CONSULTANT will
receive just and equitable compensation for any work satisfactorily completed up
to the effective date of notice of termination, not to exceed the total costs under
Section 1(C).
E. Should the Agreement be terminated pursuant to this Section, CITY may procure
on its own terms services similar to those terminated.
F. By executing this document, CONSULTANT waives any and all claims for
damages that might otherwise arise from CITY's termination under this Section.
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17. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS. All documents, data, studies, drawings, maps, models,
photographs and reports prepared by CONSULTANT under this Agreement are CI"Y's
property. CONSULTANT may retain copies of said documents and materials as desired, but
will deliver all original materials to CITY upon CITY's written notice. CITY agrees that use of
CONSULTANT's completed work product, for purposes other than identified in this Agreement,
or use of incomplete work product, is at CITY's own risk.
18. PUBLICATION OF DOCUMENTS. Except as necessary for performance of service
under this Agreement, no copies, sketches, or graphs of materials, including graphic art work,
prepared pursuant to this Agreement, will be released by CONSULTANT to any other person or
public CITY without CITY's prior written approval. All press releases, including graphic
display information to be published in newspapers or magazines, will be approved and
distributed solely by CITY, unless otherwise provided by written agreement between the parties.
19. INDEMNIFICATION.
A. CONSULTANT agrees to the following:
i. Indemnification for Professional Services. CONSULTANT will Save
harmless and indemnify and at CITY's request reimburse def ense
costs for CITY and all its officers, volunteers, employees and
representatives from and against any and all suits, actions, or claims,
of any character whatever, brought for, or on account of, any injuries
or damages sustained by any person or property resulting or arising
from any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission by
CONSULTANT or any of CONSULTANT's officers, agents,
employees, or representatives, in the performance of this Agreement.
H. Indemnification for other Damages. CONSULTANT indemnifies and
holds CITY harmless from and against any claim, action, dametges,
costs (including, without limitation, attorney's fees), injuries, or
liability, arising out of this Agreement, or its performance. Should
CITY be named in any suit, or should any claim be brought against it
by suit or otherwise, whether the same be groundless or not, arising
out of this Agreement, or its performance, CONSULTANT will
defend CITY (at CITY's request and with counsel satisfactory to
CITY) and will indemnify CITY for any judgment rendered against it
or any sums paid out in settlement or otherwise.
B. For purposes of this section "CITY" includes CITY's officers, officials,
employees, agents, representatives, and certified volunteers.
C. It is expressly understood and agreed that the foregoing provisions will survive
termination of this Agreement.
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D. The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance coverage to be
maintained by CONSULTANT as required by Section 23, and any approval of
said insurance by CITY, are not intended to and will not in any manner limit or
qualify the liabilities and obligations otherwise assumed by CONSULTANT
pursuant to this Agreement, including, without limitation, to the provisions
concerning indemnification.
20— ASSIGNABILITY. This Agreement is for CONSULTANT's professional services.
CONSULTANT's attempts to assign the benefits or burdens of this Agreement without CITY's
written approval are prohibited and will be null and void.
21. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. CITY and CONSULTANT agree that
CONSULTANT will act as an independent contractor and will have control of all work and the
manner in which is it performed. CONSULTANT will be free to contract for similar service to
be performed for other employers while under contract with CITY. CONSULTANT is not an
agent or employee of CITY and is not entitled to participate in any pension plan, insurance,
bonus or similar benefits CITY provides for its employees. Any provision in this Agreement that
may appear to give CITY the right to direct CONSULTANT as to the details of doing the work
or to exercise a measure of control over the work means that CONSULTANT will follow the
direction of the CITY as to end results of the work only.
22. AUDIT OF RECORDS. CONSULTANT will maintain full and accurate records with
respect to all services and matters covered under this Agreement. CITY will have free access at
all reasonable times to such records, and the right to examine and audit the same and to make
transcript therefrom, and to inspect all program data, documents, proceedings and activities.
CONSULTANT will retain such financial and program service records for at least three (3) years
after- termination or final payment under this Agreement.
23. INSURANCE.
A. Before commencing performance under this Agreement, and at all other times this
Agreement is effective, CONSULTANT will procure and maintain the following
types of insurance with coverage limits complying, at a minimum, with the limits
set forth below:
Type of Insurance
Commercial general liability:
Professional Liability
Business automobile liability
Workers compensation
Limits
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
Statutory requirement
B. Commercial general liability insurance will meet or exceed the requirements of
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ISO -CGL Form No. CG 00 01 1185 or 88. The amount of insurance set forth
above will be a combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal
injury, and property damage for the policy coverage. Liability policies will be:
endorsed to name CITY, its officials, and employees as "additional insureds"
under said insurance coverage and to state that such insurance will be deemed
"primary" such that any other insurance that may be carried by CITY will be
excess thereto. Such endorsement must be reflected on ISO Form No. CG 20 -.0
1185 or 88, or equivalent. Such insurance will be on an "occurrence," not a
"claims made," basis and will not be cancelable or subject to reduction except
upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to CITY.
C. Professional liability coverage will be on an "occurrence basis" if such coverage
is available, or on a "claims made" basis if not available. When coverage is
provided on a "claims made basis," CONSULTANT will continue to renew the
insurance for a period of three (3) years after this Agreement expires or is
terminated. Such insurance will have the same coverage and limits as the policy
that was in effect during the term of this Agreement, and will cover
CONSULTANT for all claims made by CITY arising out of any errors or
omissions of CONSULTANT, or its officers, employees or agents during the tame
this Agreement was in effect.
D. Automobile coverage will be written on ISO Business Auto Coverage Form CA
00 01 06 92, including symbol 1 (Any Auto).
E. CONSULTANT will furnish to CITY duly authenticated Certificates of Insurance
evidencing maintenance of the insurance required under this Agreement and such
other evidence of insurance or copies of policies as may be reasonably required
by CITY from time to time. Insurance must be placed with insurers with a cwTent
A.M. Best Company Rating equivalent to at least a Rating of "A:VII."
F. Should CONSULTANT, for any reason, fail to obtain and maintain the insurance
required by this Agreement, CITY may obtain such coverage at
CONSULTANT's expense and deduct the cost of such insurance from paymelts
due to CONSULTANT under this Agreement or terminate pursuant to Section 16.
24. USE OF SUBCONTRACTORS. CONSULTANT must obtain CITY's prior written
approval to use any consultants while performing any portion of this Agreement. Such approval
must approve of the proposed consultant and the terms of compensation.
25. INCIDENTAL TASKS. CONSULTANT will meet with CITY monthly to provide the
status on the project, which will include a schedule update and a short narrative description of
progress during the past month for each major task, a description of the work remaining and a
description of the work to be done before the next schedule update.
26. NOTICES. All communications to either party by the other party will be deemed rlade
when received by such party at its respective name and address as follows:
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If to CONSULTANT:
Attention:
If to CITY:
City of ElSegundo
El Segundo, CA 90245
Attention:
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Any such written communications by mail will be conclusively deemed to have been received by
the addressee upon deposit thereof in the United States Mail, postage prepaid and properly
addressed as noted above. In all other instances, notices will be deemed given at the time of
actual delivery. Changes may be made in the names or addresses of persons to whom notices are
to be given by giving notice in the manner prescribed in this paragraph.
27. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. CONSULTANT will comply with all conflict of interest
law., and regulations including, without limitation, CITY's conflict of interest regulations.
28. ;SOLICITATION. CONSULTANT maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor
retained any company or person, other than CONSULTANT's bona fide employee, to solicit or
secure this Agreement. Further, CONSULTANT warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed
to pay any company or person, other than CONSULTANT's bona fide employee, any fee,
commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting
from the award or making of this Agreement. Should CONSULTANT breach or violate this
wan-anty, CITY may rescind this Agreement without liability.
29. 'THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES. This Agreement and every provision herein is
gene7ally for the exclusive benefit of CONSULTANT and CITY and not for the benefit of any
other party. There will be no incidental or other beneficiaries of any of CONSULTANT's or
CIT'Y's obligations under this Agreement.
30. INTERPRETATION. This Agreement was drafted in, and will be construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of California, and exclusive venue for any action involving this
agreement will be in Los Angeles County.
31. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW. CONSULTANT agrees to comply with all federal, state,
and local laws applicable to this Agreement.
32. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement, and its Attachments, sets forth the entire
understanding of the parties. There are no other understandings, terms or other agreements
expressed or implied, oral or written. There are N N Attachments to this Agreement. This
Agreement will bind and inure to the benefit of the parties to this Agreement and any subsequent
successors and assigns.
33. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION. Each Party had the opportunity to independently review this
Agreement with legal counsel. Accordingly, this Agreement will be construed simply, as a whole,
and in accordance with its fair meaning; it will not be interpreted strictly for or against either Party.
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34. SEVERABILITY. If any portion of this Agreement is declared by a court of competent
jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, then such portion will be deemed modified to the
extent necessary in the opinion of the court to render such portion enforceable and, as so
modified, such portion and the balance of this Agreement will continue in full force and effect.
35. AUTHORITY/MODIFICATION. The Parties represent and warrant that all necessary
action has been taken by the Parties to authorize the undersigned to execute this Agreement and to
engage in the actions described herein. This Agreement may be modified by written amendment.
CITY's executive manager, or designee, may execute any such amendment on behalf of CITY.
36. ACCEPTANCE OF FACSIMILE SIGNATURES. The Parties agree that this Agreement,
agreements ancillary to this Agreement, and related documents to be entered into in connection
with this Agreement will be considered signed when the signature of a party is delivered by
facsimile transmission. Such facsimile signature will be treated in all respects as having; the
same effect as an original signature.
37. CAPTIONS. The captions of the paragraphs of this Agreement are for convenience of
reference only and will not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.
38. TIME IS OF ESSENCE. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this
Agreement.
39. FORCE MAJEURE. Should performance of this Agreement be prevented due to fire, flood,
explosion, acts of terrorism, war, embargo, government action, civil or military authority, the
natural elements, or other similar causes beyond the Parties' reasonable control, then the
Agreement will immediately terminate without obligation of either party to the other.
40. STATEMENT OF EXPERIENCE. By executing this Agreement, CONSULTANT
represents that it has demonstrated trustworthiness and possesses the quality, fitness and capacity
to perform the Agreement in a manner satisfactory to CITY. CONSULTANT represents t "t its
financial resources, surety and insurance experience, service experience, completion ab1ity,
personnel, current workload, experience in dealing with private consultants, and experience in
dealing with public agencies all suggest that CONSULTANT is capable of performing the
proposed contract and has a demonstrated capacity to deal fairly and effectively with and to
satisfy a public CITY.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this contract the day and year
first hereinabove written.
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BOB MURRAY
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A PROPOSAL TO CONDUCT AN EXECUTIVE
RECRUITMENT FOR A
Director of Planning & Building
ON BEHALF OF THE
City of El Segundo
1677 Eureka Road, Suite 202
Sacramento, CA 95661
(916) 7849080
()16) 784 -1985 fax
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'TABLE OF CONTENTS
'CHE RECRUITMENT PROCESS ..... ..............................2
STEP I DEVELOPING THE CANDIDATE PROFILE 1 2
STEP 2 ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN AND RECRUITMENT BROCHURE 2
STEP 3 RECRUITING CANDIDATES 2
STEP 4 SCREENING CANDIDATES ,3
STEP 5 PERSONAL INTERVIEWS , , 3
STEP 6 PUBLIC RECORD SEARCH 3
STEP 7 RECOMMENDATION. .. ....... ................ 3
STEP 8 FINAL INTERVIEWS 3
STEP 9 BACKGROUND CHECKS /DETAILED REFERENCE CHECKS 4
STEP 10 NEGOTIATIONS . . 4
STEP I I COMPLETE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE 4
13UDGET AND TIMING .................. ............................... 5
PROFESSIONAL FEE AND EXPENSES. 5
TIMING 5
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS .............................6
REFERENCES................................. .............................10
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THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Bob Murray and Associates' unique and cheat oriented approach to executive search will
ensure that the City of El Segundo has quality candidates from which to select the new
Director of Planning & Building Outlined below are the key steps in our recruitment
process
STEP 1 DEVELOPING THE CANDIDATE PROFILE
Our understanding of the City of El Segundo's needs will be key to a successful search We
will work with the City Manager to learn as much as possible about the organization's
expectations for a new Director of Planning & Building We want to learn the values and
culture of the organization, as well as understand the current issues, challenges and
opportunities that face the City of El Segundo We also want to know the City Manager's
expectations regarding the knowledge, skills and abilities sought in the ideal candidate and
will work with the City to identify expectations regarding education and experience
Additionally, we want to discuss expectations regarding compensation and other items
necessary to complete the successful appointment of the ideal candidate The profile we
develop together at this stage will drive subsequent recruitment efforts
STEP 2 ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN AND RECRUITMENT BROCHURE
After gaming an understanding of the City of El Segundo's needs, we will design an
effective advertising campaign appropriate for the Director of Planning & Building
recruitment We will focus on professional Journals that are specifically suited to the
Director of Planning & Building search We will also develop a professional recruitment
brochure on the City Manager's behalf that will discuss the community, organization,
position and compensation in detail Once completed, we will mail the profile to an
extensive audience, making them aware of the exciting opportunity with the City of El
Segundo
STEP 3 RECRUITING CANDIDATES
After cross - referencing the profile of the ideal candidate with out database and contacts in
the field, we will conduct an aggressive outreach effort, includmig making personal calls to
prospective applicants, designed to identify and recruit outstanding candidates We
recognize that the best candidate is often not looking for a new job and this is the person
we actively seek to convince to become a candidate Aggressively marketing the Director of
Planning & Building position to prospective candidates will be essential to the success of
the search
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STEP 4 SCREENING CANDIDATES
Following the closing date for the recruitment, we will screen the resumes we have received
We will use the criteria established in our initial meetings as a basis upon which to narrow
the field of candidates
STEP 5 PERSONAL INTERVIEWS
We will conduct personal interviews with the top 14 to 12 candidates with the goal of
determining which candidates have the greatest potential to succeed in your organization
During the interviews we will explore each candidate's background and experience as it
relates to the Director of Planning & Building position In addition, we will discuss the
candidate's motivation for applying for the position and make an assessment of his /her
knowledge, skills and abilities We will devote specific attention to establishing the
likelihood of the candidate's acceptance of the position if an offer of employment is made
STEP 6 PUBLIC RECORD SEARCH
Following the interviews, we will conduct a review of published articles for each candidate
Various sources will be consulted including Lexis- NexisTM, a newspaper /magazine search
engine, Google, and local papers for the community's in which the candidates have worked
'Mis alerts us to any further detailed inquiries we may need to make at this time
STEP 7 RECOMMENDATION
Based on the information gathered through meetings with your organization, personal
iaterviews with candidates and reference checks, we will recommend a limited number of
candidates for your further consideration We will prepare a detailed written report on each
candidate that focuses on the results of our interviews, reference checks and newspaper
ievlews We will make specific recommendations, but the final determination of those to
be considered will be up to you
STEP 8 FINAL INTERVIEWS
Our years of experience will be invaluable as we help you develop an interview process that
objectively assesses the qualifications of each candidate We will adopt an approach that fits
your needs, whether it is a traditional interview, multiple interview panel or assessment
center process We will provide you with suggested interview questions and rating forms
=d will be present at the interview /assessment center to facilitate the process Our
expertise hes in facilitating the discussion that can bring about a consensus regarding the
final candidates
We will work closely with your staff to coordinate and schedule interviews and candidate
travel Our goal is to ensure that each candidate has a very positive experience, as the
manner in which the entire process is conducted will have an effect on the candidates'
perception of your organization
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STEP 9 BACKGROUND CHECKS /DETAILED REFERENCE CHECKS
Based on final interviews we will conduct credit, criminal, civil litigation and motor vehicle
record checks for the top one to three candidates In addition, those candidates will be the
subjects of detailed, confidential reference checks In order to gam an accurate and honest
appraisal of the candidates' strengths and weaknesses, we will talk candidly with people who
have direct knowledge of their work and management style We will ask candidates to
forward the names of their supervisors, subordinates and peers for the past several years
Additionally, we make a point of speaking confidentially to individuals who we know have
insight into a candidate's abilities, but who may not be on his /her preferred list of contacts
At this stage in the recruitment we will also verify candidates' degrees
STEP 10 NEGOTIATIONS
We recognize the critical importance of successful negotiations and can serve as your
representative during this process We know what other organizations have done to put
deals together with great candidates and will be available to advise you regarding current
approaches to difficult issues such as housing and relocation We will represent your
interests and advise you regarding salary, benefits and employment agreements with tht:
goal of putting together a deal that results in the appointment of your chosen candidate
Most often we can turn a very difficult aspect of the recruitment into one that is viewed
positively by both you and the candidate
STEP 11 COMPLETE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE
Throughout the recruitment we will provide the City Manager with updates on the status of
the search We will also take care of all administrative details on your behalf Candidate.
will receive personal letters advising them of their status at each critical point in the.
recruitment In addition, we will respond to inquiries about the status of their candidacy
within twenty-four hours Every administrative detail will receive our attention Often.,
candidates fudge our clients based on how well these details are handled
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BUDGET AND TIMING
PROFESSIONAL FEE AND EXPENSES
The consulting fee for conducting the Director of Planning & Building recruitment on
behalf of the City of El Segundo is $17,500 plus expenses Services provided for the fee
consist of all steps outlined in this proposal including three (3) days of meetings on site
The City of El Segundo will be responsible for reimbursing expenses Bob Murray and
Associates incurs on your behalf We estimate expenses for thus project to be $7,500
Reimbursable expenses include such items as the cost of travel, clerical support, placement
of ads, credit, criminal and civil checks, education verification, as well as newspaper
searches In addition, postage, printing, photocopying, and telephone charges will be
allocated
TIMING
We are prepared to start work on this assignment immediately and anticipate that we will be
prepared to make our recommendation regarding finalists within seventy five to ninety days
from the start of the search
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PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
BOB MURRAY, PRESIDENT
Mr Murray brings over 25 years experience as a recruiter Mr Murray is recognized as one
of the nation's leading recruiters He has conducted hundreds of searches for cities,
counties, and special districts He has been called on to conduct searches for some of the
largest most complex organizations in the country and some of the smallest Mr Murray
has conducted searches for chief executives, department heads, professional and technical
positions Mr Murray has taken the lead on the firm's most difficult assignments with grew
success His clients have retained him again and again given the quality of his work and
success in finding candidates for difficult to fill positions
Prior to creating Bob Murray & Associates, Mr Murray directed the search practice for the
largest search practice serving local government in the country Mr Murray has worked in
local government and benefits from the knowledge of having led an organization Prior to
his career in executive search he served as the City Manager for the City of Olympia,
Washington He has also served as an Assistant City Manager and held positions in lam,
enforcement
Mr Murray received his Bachelor's degree in Criminology from the University of Cahforiusi
at Berkeley with graduate studies in Public Administration at California State University a:
Hayward
REGAIN WMIJAMS, VICE PRESIDENT
Mr Williams brings 30 years of local government experience to Bob Murray and Associates
Most recently, he worked as a private consultant with Deloitte and Touche on vanow.
public sector assignments Prior to that, he served as Director of Public Safety with the
City of Sunnyvale, CA
Mr Williams was involved in the development of some of Sunnyvale's most innovativc
programs and has a national reputation for excellence in law enforcement He has been
responsible for numerous recruitments throughout his career Clients find his insight and
expertise in recruitment and selection a valuable asset
Mr Williams received his Bachelor's degree in Administration of Justice from San Jose State:
University He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy
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.jIM ANTONEN, SENIOR MANAGER
Mr Antonen brings 29 years of local government experience to Bob Murray and Associates,
twenty-seven of those as a City Manager Most recently he served as City Manager in the
City of Davis, CA
Mr Antonen has been involved in city management for the past twenty seven years both in
Minnesota and South Dakota He served on the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust
Board for nine years, three of which he was Chair Mr Antonen also served as President of
the Minnesota City County Management Association He brings a background of working
for both the State and Federal government
Mr Antonen has a Masters in Public Administration from the Umversity of South Dakota
and a Bachelor's of Science Degree in History and Political Science from Dakota State
College He also did graduate work at the American University in Washington, D C Mr
Antonen is an ICMA Credentialed Manager and a past Board Member of Cal -ICMA
JENNIFER NITRIO, MANAGER
Ms Nittio's diverse background includes extensive expertise working with counties,
municipalities, special districts, and other organizations in the western half of the United
States conducting recruitments for development, engineering, human resources, library,
finance, fire, parks and recreation, planning, public works, redevelopment, technology and
transportation professionals to name a few
Ms Nitno is know for her personal approach to executive search as she works closely with
clients and candidates alike to ensure a successful search Clients and candidates express again
and again that it is always a positive and refreshing experience to work with Ms. Nitres.
Ms Nitno is very active in the community and serves on the Board of Directors with two local
non profit organizations Her contributions include fomung partnerships with the business
community, extensive grant writing, chainng large fundraising efforts, recruiting volunteers and
writing articles and reports for the organizations
Ms Nitno received her Bachelor's of Arts Degree in Ethnic Studies, summa cum laude, from
California State University, Sacramento She is a life member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor
Society and the Golden Key Honor Society
City of El Segundo
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GRETA LA'WSON, PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
Ms Lawson actively contributes to Bob Murray and Associates' goal of providing exceptional
customer service through close coordination with our clients She conducts research, recruu :s
candidates, and performs detailed background verifications, including reference checks, cn
candidates She also serves as a liaison between candidates and clients in order to ensure an
outstanding recruitment process that results in the selection of the clients' chosen candidate {s;.
Ms Lawson is uniquely qualified to assist clients in all aspects of executive recruitment With
several years of industry experience, Ms Lawson is noted for her customer service skulls and
follow through with clients and candidates alike
Ms Lawson received her Bachelor's of Art Degree in English from California State Umversity,
Sacramento and is a life member of the Golden Key Honor Society
RENEE NARLOCH, SENIOR CONSULTANT
Renee Nadoch has extensive experience in public sector recruitments nationwide She was
formerly employed by MAXIMUS as a senior consultant with sole responsibility for executive
search efforts in the Southeastern United States She also worked in the Cost Allocation
division providing governmental cost accounting and data management services to the public
sector, including Alachua County, Florida
Ms Narloch has ten years of experience in Executive Recruitment and has been involved in
over 100 national searches Prior to her recruitment career, she worked for three Fortune 5C0
companies in their sales, marketing and financial accounting divisions Ms Narloch has been
responsible for all facets of recruitment including project management, recruiting candidates,
conducting preliminary interviews and detailed reference inquues, and assisting clients in final
interviews and negotiations Residing in Florida, Ms Nadoch currently assists Bob Murray k
Associates on an as needed basis with recruitments in the mid -west and east coast as well as
with outreach efforts on the west coast
Ms Narloch received her Bachelors of Arts degree in Information Studies, summa cure laude,
at Florida State University
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AMANDA SANDERS, CONSULTANT
As a consultant with Bob Murray & Associates, Ms Sanders is responsible for research,
candidate recruitment and screening, as well as reference checks and background
verifications She focuses on client communication and works closely with clients to
coordinate candidate outreach and ensure a successful search
Ms Sanders brings several years of industry experience as she worked for one of the nation's
largest recruitment forms Her insight into the recruitment process is a valuable asset to Bob
Murray & Associates
Ms Sanders received her Bachelor's of Arts degree in Communications from the University of
Wyoming
CRYSTAL BETHKE, CONSULTANT
As a consultant with Bob Murray & Associates, Ms Bethke is responsible for research,
candidate recnntment and screening, as well as reference checks and background verifications
She focuses on client communication and works closely with clients to coordinate candidate
outreach and ensure a successful search
Ms Bethke has a strong background in government relations Her insight into the recruitment
process is a valuable asset to Bob Murray & Associates
Ms Bethke received her Bachelor's of Science degree in Government from Evangel University,
Springfield, MO
Cary of El Segundo
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REFERENCES
Clients and candidates are the best testament to our ability to conduct quahty searches
Clients for whom Bob Murray and Associates has recently conducted searches are hsttd
below
CLIENT.- City of Palo Alto
POSITION.• Planning & Community Environment Director, Assistant Director of
Planning and Community Environment, Chief Building Official and
City Attorney
REFERENCE: Mr Frank Benest, City Manager, (650) 329 -2563
CLIENT: City of Pleasanton
POSITION: Planning Director, Admuistrative Services Director, City Manager,
Deputy City Manager, Finance Director, Police Captains, and
Principal Planner
REFERENCE.' Mr Nelson Fialho, City Manager, (925) 931 -5048
CLIENT•• City of Santa Cruz
POSITION., Planning and Community Development Director, Fire Chief, and
Public Works Director
REFERENCE: Mr Richard Wilson, City Manager, (831) 420 -5010
CLIENT,- City of Yuba City
POSITION: Chief Building Official, City Manager, and Assistant City Manager of
Development Services
REFERENCE,' Mr Eric Hellbery, Mayor, (530) 822 -4601 or Mr Steve Johnson,
Director of Human Resources, (530) 822 -4765
CLIENT.- City of San Mateo, CA
POSITION.- Building Official, City Attorney, Fire Chief
REFERENCE: Mr Arne Croce, City Manager, (650) 522 -7000
City of Bl Segundo
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