Teton County introduces Mark Irwin as new general services director
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Teton County Administrator Jody Pond and commissioners introduced Mark Irwin on July 14 as the county's new general services director; Irwin said he is "humbled" and looks forward to working with the team.
Teton County Administrator Jody Pond introduced Mark Irwin as the county's new general services director at the July 14 voucher meeting, saying Irwin brings more than 20 years of experience in government operations, communications and large-scale capital improvement projects.
"I'm pleased to announce that Mark Irwin is here today as his first day as our new general services director," Pond said. Pond said Irwin is a veteran of the United States Army and noted his experience in both the private and public sectors.
Irwin addressed the commissioners and staff after the introduction: "I think I met with most of you during the interview process and I'm very humbled to be selected and I'm looking forward to doing great things with this team," he said.
Why it matters: the general services director oversees county facilities and capital projects; incoming leadership signals continuity for ongoing projects mentioned elsewhere on the county calendar. Commissioners and staff welcomed Irwin and encouraged him in forthcoming responsibilities, including facilities and the county's planned capital work.
No formal action was required to introduce a new hire; the board used the public portion of the voucher meeting to announce the appointment and to welcome Irwin.
Chair Mark Newcomb and other county officials spoke briefly during the introduction and then moved on to other agenda items and the day's service awards.
