Welcome to the Big D: Dallas City Hall Brochure Blunder
Are you ready to take on the top job in Big D? Dallas City Hall is currently in search of the next city manager, but the latest draft of the brochure designed to attract candidates has a Texas-sized mistake that’s hard to miss. Instead of showcasing the iconic Dallas skyline, the draft document featured a photo of the Houston skyline on its cover. Oops!
City councilmembers, who are overseeing the hiring process, quickly noticed the error and requested consultants to replace the Houston skyline with a more fitting image of Dallas, such as the famous Reunion Tower or the red pegasus. Despite the mix-up, councilmembers seem eager to find the right candidate for the role.
Our investigative team at WFAA even managed to track down the original photo from Flickr, posted by photographer Raul Cano, with a caption describing it as a view of Downtown Houston. It seems the consultants at BakerTilly might need a geography lesson!
But it’s not just the cover photo causing a stir. Councilmembers have also raised concerns about the content of the brochure, prompting consultants to make several changes before the revised draft is submitted. Once approved, the document will be used to attract potential candidates for the crucial position of city manager.
The city manager in Dallas plays a pivotal role in overseeing the city’s $5 billion budget, managing essential services like the police and fire departments, and leading a team of city employees responsible for key functions such as building permits and road repairs.
To assist in the search for the perfect candidate, Dallas has enlisted the help of BakerTilly, who will be paid $134,375 for their services. This includes creating a compelling job description brochure to showcase the unique qualities of Dallas and attract top talent.
As per the company’s proposal, they will receive payments in installments based on their progress in identifying quality candidates and conducting on-site interviews with finalists. The final payment will be made once the selected candidate officially accepts the job. It’s a thorough process to ensure the right person is chosen to lead Dallas City Hall into the future.