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Council adopts job description, reclassifies Dr. Rush as executive director of government relations and external affairs
Summary
Tuscaloosa City Council voted to adopt a job description and reclassify Dr. Rush into the newly defined executive director of government relations and external affairs position after a staff presentation and council questions about duties, metrics and pay grade.
The Tuscaloosa City Council voted to adopt a job description and reclassify Dr. Rush into the position of executive director of government relations and external affairs. The council approved the measure by voice vote after discussion and questions about duties, performance metrics and pay category. "This position is set up to be the main connector and advocate outside of City Hall," Dr. Rush said, describing work that combines community outreach and legislative advocacy.
The job description formalizes duties Dr. Rush has been performing since July 1, 2025, city staff said, including serving as a liaison to local agencies and business groups and…
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