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10-31-2026 9:04am
Lake Forest Park Civil Service Commission Approves Police Hiring Lists, Discusses Staffing Changes
Chris Clasen
Editor
The Lake Forest Park Civil Service Commission approved police officer eligibility lists, confirmed administrative appointments and discussed a potential restructuring of a vacant Police Department position during its Sept. 21 meeting.
Civil Service Secretary and Chief Examiner Shannon Moore formally announced Police Chief Diego Zanella's appointment to his new role during the meeting.
Police officer eligibility lists approved
The commission unanimously approved the entry-level and lateral police officer civil service eligibility lists staff presented.
Commissioners also voted unanimously to remove names presented by staff from the existing entry-level police officer and Support Services Officer eligibility lists.
Civil service eligibility lists are used in the department's hiring process to identify candidates eligible for consideration for available positions.
Support Services Officer position may be divided
The commission received an update on discussions between Police Department command staff, Human Resources, and the Police Guild regarding a proposed change to a vacant full-time Support Services Officer position.
The proposal would divide the existing 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) position into two part-time jobs:
- Transport Officer: A 0.4 FTE commissioned position.
- Property and Evidence Technician: A 0.6 FTE civilian position.
The proposal remains under discussion with the Police Guild. The commission did not take action on the proposed restructuring.
Civil Service Secretary appointment ratified
Moore informed commissioners that Civil Service Secretary duties were transitioning to HR Specialist Bray and requested approval of Bray's appointment.
Vice Chair Kim Anderson moved to ratify the appointment, and Chair John Olson seconded. The commission approved it unanimously.
Police Commander recruitment underway
Moore also provided an update on recruitment for the vacant Police Commander position.
The commission nominated Vice Chair Anderson to participate in panel interviews, if needed. Anderson agreed to serve.
The meeting adjourned at 8:57 a.m.
The commission also unanimously approved the minutes of its June 25, 2026, meeting. All commission members were present:
