Daniel Knoell, MPA

• Overseeing and maintaining city budgets
• Meeting with representatives of charities, unions and other organizations
• Coordinating between different departments of city government
• Taking and receiving phone calls from individuals within or working for city government
• Supervising and ensuring creation of reports on government initiatives and services
• Attending city council meetings and interacting with members outside of meetings in advisory role
• Speaking with media to answer questions about public works
• Managing city employee staffing at senior level and appointing all department heads
• Ensuring effective implementation of all city utilities and services for residents
• Coordinating and ensuring prompt completion of city development projects
• Meeting with and receiving calls and correspondence from city residents with comments and concerns
• Planning, directing, coordinating and exercising general supervision over work of all departments, including activities of Administrative, Police, Fire and Public Works Departments

Chief Administrative Assistant to the Mayor

• Led development and implementation of strategic plans and policies to enhance overall operations of city government.

Budget, Financial and Personnel officer

• Oversaw multi-million dollar budget, ensuring financial accountability and efficiency in resource allocation.

Attended all city government affiliated board meetings

• Fostered positive relationships with key stakeholders, including local government officials, community organizations, and residents.

Perform all duties prescribed by the Mayor and council

• Directed and supervised department heads and staff members to achieve collective goals and deliver high-quality services to community.
• Coordinated emergency response efforts and crisis management strategies to protect safety and well-being of city residents.

Chief Administrator to the Mayor

• Oversaw daily operations and administration of all city departments, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of services to residents.

Utility Superintendent (Electric, Water/Sewer, Streets, Parks)

• Worked closely with stakeholders to maintain and improve all city utility infrastructure.

Planning and Zoning Administrator

• Worked closely with City Planning and Board of Adjustment to develop continued growth and development for community by improving residential and business zoning codes.

Floodplain Administrator

• Built strong working relationships with JEO Engineering firm, DNR, EPA and Army Corp. of Engineers while maintaining Levee and creek within community. Vast knowledge of Floodplain requirements to maintain EPA requirements for their assistance.

Budget and Financial Officer

• Worked closely with city council to develop and implement policies, programs, and initiatives for overall betterment of community.
• Managed city budget, including forecasting, monitoring expenditures, and identifying opportunities for cost savings.

Personnel Officer HR Director

• Led team of department heads and staff members, providing guidance, support, and fostering collaborative work environment.
• Interfaced with stakeholders, community groups, and other government agencies to address concerns, build partnerships, and advocate for city priorities.

• Economic Development for entire county
• 5 city/villages total
• Grants
• LB-840 Administrator
• Tax Increment Financing (TIF)