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Mayor Andre Dickens Appoints Administration’s Human Resources Commissioner
ATLANTA—Mayor Andre Dickens announced the appointment of Tarlesha Smith to serve as the Commissioner of the Department of Human Resources. The Department of Human Resources partners with City agencies and employees to hire, compensate, support and develop a diverse workforce that is dedicated to delivering high-quality services to the community. The Department designs and manages the City’s Human Resources programs and fosters the development of innovative policies and practices.
“From my first day in office to my ‘People First’ FY 2023 budget, I have prioritized the retention and attraction of top-tier, dedicated public employees who provide world-class service to Atlanta’s residents and business community,” said Mayor Dickens. “Tarlesha Smith has a proven record as a Senior Human Resources Executive with extensive experience in labor, employment law, talent management and values that align with our mission to move Atlanta forward. We are pleased to welcome her to our team and continue our work to supercharge City services for our communities.”
Smith most recently served as Assistant City Manager and Human Resources Director for the City of Fort Lauderdale. While there, she implemented a citywide classification and compensation study,...
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