Civil service commission certifies assistant fire chief eligibility list, names Captain Kozak top candidate

The Stow City Civil Service Commission voted to certify the assistant fire chief eligibility list after staff-led interviews of two candidates. A staff member told commissioners that both applicants performed well in the selection process but that "we were recommending that Captain Kozak be placed at the top of the list of the two," following interviews and consultations with the fire chief.

The staff summary said the panel conducted interviews of two current captains and discussed the candidates' relative performance and fit with the department. The chair asked for a motion to certify the eligibility list; commissioners voiced their agreement during the roll call and the chair announced the certification. The commission did not record additional conditions or amendments to the list during the meeting. The staff member said the process required extra meeting time from commissioners and thanked them for their availability.