City of Rochester, MN
Ryan Yetzer has a diverse work experience in the field of community and economic development. Ryan started their career as a City Administration Intern at the City of Rochester, MN in 2014, where they gained knowledge in municipal fiscal management and participated in meetings related to economic development and land use. Ryan then worked as a Grants Information Specialist at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development from 2015 to 2016. In 2016, they joined (CEDA) Community and Economic Development Associates as a Community & Business Development Specialist. From 2017 to 2019, Ryan worked as a Planner at Olmsted County Minnesota, focusing on long-range planning, GIS planning analysis, and updating comprehensive plans and zoning codes. Currently, they hold the position of Community Development Deputy Director at the City of Rochester, MN, where they develop and leads strategic plans for development services and infrastructure, implements integrated development and construction services processes, and facilitates Development & Construction Services Commission meetings.
Ryan Yetzer completed their Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from St. Cloud State University from 2011 to 2015. In December 2020, they were awarded a certificate of completion for the Implementing Public Policy Program from Harvard Kennedy School.
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City of Rochester, MN
Rochester is the county seat of Olmsted County and is the third-largest city in Minnesota. According to the United States Census Bureau, the estimated population in 2019 was 118,935. The city has been frequently recognized by Money Magazine, since the 1980's as one of the best places to live in the United States ranging from the best overall to the best in the Midwest (raedi). In 2017, the City also was recognized as a City of Compassion. The following year, the City of Rochester officially became the first American city to become an Intercultural City (ICC). Mission Statement: The mission of the City of Rochester is to provide a safe, attractive environment through the responsive, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of municipal services. The City will strive to enhance community pride by improving the physical, environmental, economic, cultural, and social quality of the community. Core Values: Customer Focus • Identify, plan for, and support customer needs. • Seek and consider input from our customers to continually improve services. • Treat every customer well. Respect • Treat customers in a personal and professional manner while being firm, fair, and compassionate. • Be an active listener to the customer. • Maintain a work environment that is free of disrespect and false information. Integrity • Provide equitable and honest treatment to all customers. • Follow through in a timely manner or as communicated. • Maintain privacy and confidentiality as applicable to Minnesota State laws. Safety • Employees act responsibly and take ownership of their actions. • Each department/area has documented safety procedures for employees and customers. • Communicate clearly when dealing with emergencies or safety concerns. Excellence • Be knowledgeable in my area of responsibility. • Be professional in my actions, manners, and appearance. • Meet or exceed customer needs for City services. Equal Opportunity Employer