Mark Detter, photo courtesy of the City of Valdez
Valdez City Council extended Mr. Mark Detter an offer of employment as Valdez city manager
late Wednesday afternoon.
Following a nationwide recruitment effort, City Council selected two finalist candidates from a diverse applicant pool. Over the last week, finalists participated in several meetings with city staff, a guided tour of the community, a reception at the Valdez Civic Center to meet local citizens, and a formal public interview by City Council. “City Council’s goal through the recruitment process
involved identifying a city manager with very specific qualities – An experienced candidate willing to work