SUBSTITUTE
Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Board of Commissioners
SUBJECT:
Title
Commission District(s): All
Board of Commissioners - Appoint Lee May as Chief of Staff and authorize the Presiding Officer to sign an employment agreement for the selected candidate on behalf of the Board of Commissioners in a form approved by the Law Department.
Body
Information Contact: Jadia Haynes, Interim HR & Merit System Director
Phone Number: 470-580-6533
PURPOSE:
To appoint Lee May as Chief of Staff for the Board of Commissioners, DeKalb County Government, and authorize the Presiding Officer to sign an employment agreement for the selected candidate on behalf of the Board of Commissioners in a form approved by the Law Department.
NEED/IMPACT:
The Chief of Staff is a critical position, as it offers operational and strategic support to the BOC, as well as management and direction to the central staff. The selected candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills, a solid understanding of government operations, and the ability to work effectively with elected and appointed officials.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Neutral and within the personnel budget of the Board of Commissioners.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
Appoint Lee May as Chief of Staff for the Board of Commissioners, effective March 2, 2026, and authorize the Presiding Officer to sign an employment agreement for the selected candidate on behalf of the Board of Commissioners in a form approved by the Law Department.