Christopher Niver Email & Phone Number

• Manage the City’s technology infrastructure including deployment, maintenance and user experiences for all hardware and software used within the City• Develop and implement all policies, standards and operating procedures for the technology system• Implemented the City’s first helpdesk system, including hands-on problem identification and resolution for 100+ end users including documentation of all work performed• Provide education and training for city staff on current and new hardware and software systems• Manage network operations including AD user management, Exchange email, monitor backup procedures and file recovery, remote site support and ensure all systems are stable and kept up to date• Administer online content including the municipal website and public profiles on social media sites• Responsible for ensuring network security and administration of network antivirus protection and updates• Align IT strategies and work closely with Department Heads and end users to identify new technology needs and provide cost effective solutions to meet those needs• Coordinate and manage technology consultants, vendors and external support technicians

• Department Head with overall planning responsibilities for the City, including supervision of 3 employees.• Duties included conducting various studies and reports for the Council and Manager; research, development and recommendation of planning and zoning projects and overall administration of the City Ordinances.• Spearheaded effort to organize downtown merchants to form a Merchant Association with focus on attracting the public to the downtown area through various events throughout the summer months.• Preparation and presentation of information for Council meetings, community meetings and other events.

• Responsible for development and implementation of Municipal Stormwater Program, including related research, ordinance development, public education and Council adoption.• Monitor site plans and made site visits during construction of all projects to determine compliance.• Other duties included research and practice of current planning principles, conceptual layout and design of possible development scenarios, and long range planning.

Performed professional level city planning functions including coordinating and providing administrative support to various boards, initial contact point with citizens, code enforcement, performing on site reviews of current construction projects and urban planning of both current and long range plans.

Bsce, Civil Engineering

Certification, Certified Government Chief Information Officer