IT director seeks salary exception to hire cybersecurity analyst; board concurs

Information Technology Director Colin Gerst requested a salary exception to offer above the midpoint for a cybersecurity analyst candidate, citing the applicant's credentials and noting the approved 3% FY27 cost-of-living increase's effects on salary ranges. Board members discussed the request and concurred that the midpoint supported the exception; Gerst said he would discuss terms with the applicant.