LA PLATA, Md. (May 3, 2011) — The Charles County Commissioners today announced the appointment of Ms. Eileen Minnick as the Director of the Department of Community Services.
Ms. Minnick was the County’s Chief of Recreation, and she served as the Acting Director of Community Services since May 4, 2010, when the former director retired. Minnick has worked with Charles County Government since 1989.
“Ms. Minnick has led the Community Services Department ably for the duration of her acting appointment. Based on her excellent performance, we are confident that we’ve made the right choice in her regular appointment to the position,” said Commissioner President Candice Quinn Kelly.
“I am honored and pleased to accept the Director position with the Department of Community Services,” said Minnick. “I look forward to my continued service to the outstanding Community Services staff and working to provide needed services to County residents.”
The Department of Human Resources will immediately begin the recruitment process to fill the vacant Chief of Recreation position, according a statement from the County Government.