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Sheriff’s office granted three‑month extension for temporary civil position
Summary
The Kootenai County commissioners approved a three‑month extension for a temporary seasonal civil‑office position in the sheriff’s office after the originally selected candidate could not relocate; staff cited the Percy rule as a limiting factor through June 24.
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners on March 19 approved a three‑month extension for a temporary seasonal position in the sheriff’s civil section after the candidate selected in January was unable to move into the area, Sheriff’s Office staff said.
Captain Andy Deak (introduced by the chair) told commissioners the candidate had been ready to hire in January but could not move because they were unable to sell their house. The sheriff’s office said it will use salary savings to pay for the extension; it has sought similar short extensions previously.
Commissioner Duncan asked whether three months is sufficient. County staff said the Percy rule requires separation after three months, and Lexi confirmed that the limitation runs through June 24; the office said it would likely return in June or July for another request if the position remained unfilled.
Commissioner Duncan moved to approve the temporary seasonal extension; the motion was recorded as passing on an affirmative roll call with the chair also voting aye. The transcript does not specify who formally seconded the motion.
