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My Experience Becoming an Ag Commissioner. Jim Allan Solano County AgriculturalCommissioner Sealer of Weights and Measures. It’s Good to be the King!. Mel Brooks – “History of the world Pt. 2”. …and did you exchange- a walk on part in the war; for a lead role in a cage?.
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My Experience Becoming an Ag Commissioner Jim Allan Solano County AgriculturalCommissioner Sealer of Weights and Measures
It’s Good to be the King! • Mel Brooks – “History of the world Pt. 2”
…and did you exchange-a walk on part in the war;for a lead role in a cage? • Pink Floyd “Wish you were here”
Application • Practice! • Less confrontational than license interview • Interview with - Board of Supes - CAO - Headhunter
Better Lucky than Smart • Good luck!
Negotiation • Appointment vs. Contract • Salary • Perks – MIP’s etc. • Longevity • Retirement • Tech/Communications • Transportation • Relocation
Getting Started • New County vs. Promotion
Getting Started, cont. • Make sure your house is in order • Do everything CACASA suggests • Incrementalize change • Seek positive publicity • Walk the Board for controversial items • Understand the corporate culture • Enjoy your job • Flex your networking muscles
Closing comments • Questions ?/?/?