In July of 2006 the city council voted and budgeted to hire a full time city attorney for Henderson. The job of full time attorney was offered to Mr. John Zollicoffer who presently serves at will in the position of city attorney on a part time basis.
Mr. Alston, the chair of the Human Resources committee reported to the council on March 26, 2007 that while Mr. Zollicoffer was, “flattered to be offered the position, he was not in the situation to be able to do it on the timeline needed by the city.” He further stated that if the position was held open until October, 2007, he still would not be able to tell us that he could commit to filling the position.
The city greatly appreciates Mr. Zollicoffer’s service to the city and his expertise in municipal affairs. It is the intention of the city and Mr. Zollicoffer agreed that he would be available to assist the city as a paid consultant as needed as he holds extensive knowledge about municipal affairs. It is also the intention of the city to seek Mr. Zollicoffer’s advice and input as we interview for a full time city attorney as the city seeks to fill this position.
The job description for the position is attached.