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<br /> <br /> <br />MEMORANDUM <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Date: November 7, 2025 <br /> <br />To: Susan Hsieh, Director of Finance <br /> <br />Through: Xaviera Scoggins, Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations <br /> <br />From: Sandra Williams, Management Analyst, Human Resources <br /> <br />Subject: Executive Recruitment Services for Fiscal Year 2025-26 <br /> <br /> <br />Recommendation: <br />The Human Resources Department requests authorization to enter into a professional services <br />agreement for FY 2025-26 with Teri Black & Company, LLC (TBC) to perform executive <br />recruitment services on an as-needed basis, for a not-to-exceed amount of $100,000. The <br />department contracts with several executive recruitment firms, as summarized below: <br /> <br />Vendor Vendor ID Not-to-Exceed Amount <br />Bob Murray & Associates 4030 100,000 <br />CPS HR Consulting 1676 100,000 <br />Jack Clancy Associates 1170 100,000 <br /> <br />Background: <br />The Human Resources Department has previously utilized the services of TBC for executive <br />recruitments, including the Director of Public Works, Director of Finance, and Police Chief. City <br />Management has been very satisfied with TBC’s results, particularly for hard-to-fill positions. <br /> <br />TBC has an excellent placement record in California local government and consistently <br />identifies candidates who align with the City’s organizational culture and community values. <br />While the City contracts with several other reputable firms, TBC’s proven success and tailored <br />approach make it a strong partner for any future recruitment needs. <br /> <br />To continue this successful relationship, the Department recommends entering into a <br />professional services agreement with TBC for FY 2025-26. Individual recruitments will be <br />initiated through separate written proposals from TBC, issued under this agreement. This <br />structure will allow the City to efficiently authorize and manage recruitment projects as needed, <br />while maintaining timely and effective recruitment processes. <br /> <br />Financial Impact: <br />The Human Resources Department’s budget will fund the professional services agreement <br />(00118000-430103). <br /> <br />Thank you <br />Docusign Envelope ID: B71633A4-593C-438B-AE1D-4417A3E65F39