Mark Skidmore appointed interim director of MSU Center for Local Government Finance and Policy Extension
Skidmore will serve in this interim role while a national search is conducted for a new coach.
Mark Skidmore has been named interim director of the Center for Local Government Finance and Policy Extension at Michigan State University. He succeeds Eric Scorsone, who was recently named executive director of the University of Virginia's Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service.
The Center for Local Government Finance and Policy was established in 2015 with the purpose of supporting Michigan's “local prosperity” by supporting efforts to efficiently deliver critical public services that protect the health, safety, and well-being of communities. It was established in . This effort includes the use of data-driven decisions and tools that provide the foundation for success for cities like Lansing, Detroit, and many others to address financial challenges and best serve the needs of their residents. included.
Dave Ivan, MSU Extension's director of community, food and environmental programs, said Skidmore was a natural choice.
“Dr. Skidmore has strong local government experience in both research and advocacy,” Ivan said. “Mark has served as interim director in the past and has provided a steady hand during the transition period. It will allow policy work to continue.”
Skidmore said he hopes to build on his predecessor's strong track record while MSU Extension searches for a permanent director.
“Dr. Scorsone and his colleagues have put together tools and resources to help local governments of all sizes manage their fiscal and intergovernmental issues.”
Skidmore is also the Morris Chair in State and Local Government Finance and Policy. This position will engage in research, teaching, and extension focused on policy analysis that helps government agencies attract people and businesses to their communities and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of government services. She will improve Michigan's economic competitiveness. He received his bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Washington and his master's and Ph.D. He received his degree from the University of Colorado.
Nationwide search for new manager
The Center for Local Government Finance and Policy, located within the MSU School of Agricultural, Food and Resource Economics and affiliated with MSU Extension, is seeking applicants for the Director position through April 30, 2024. The Center Director is tasked with overseeing implementation. Production of programs related to municipal finance, utility finance, and rate-setting regulations.
These two areas of focus will help strengthen civil service decision-making through a diverse offering of training, engagement, and applied research opportunities. For more information, search job posting 935124 at careers.msu.edu.
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