Mike Snowden, Darin Riney both resign effective early 2019 . . .
Hamilton County’s 9-1-1 dispatch center has earned a variety of awards, both state and national, and set the standard for dispatcher training. In 2019, Hamilton County will be looking for new leadership to hopefully take the 9-1-1 call center to the next level.
Mike Snowden, Executive Director of Communications for Hamilton County, has tendered his resignation. He has accepted a job as City Administrator for the city of O’Fallon, Mo.
“I wish to convey my thanks to the County Commissioners for their faith in my abilities,” Snowden said. “I would also like to thank the members of the 9-1-1 Executive Board, the Public Safety Board, as well as the Mayors for their support, guidance and rock solid support during my tenure.”
Snowden came to Hamilton County in 2013 from St. Charles County, Mo., where he served in Training and Quality Assurance. In his current position, Snowden leads a state-of-the-art police, fire and EMS emergency communications center.
The City of O’Fallon is Snowden’s hometown. There, he will lead a city of more than 700 employees and a total budget of more than $100 million.
“There is no other job I would consider leaving my current position for,” Snowden said. “My family is thrilled to have the opportunity to go home.”
Mark Heirbrandt, president of the Hamilton County Commissioners, said Snowden has been instrumental in his leadership position as Director of 9-1-1 Communications.
“His exceptional leadership qualities were demonstrated during the Noblesville West Middle School shooting,” Heirbrandt said. “We wish him continued success in his future endeavors and thank him for his service.”
Snowden’s last day with Hamilton County will be Jan. 25, 2019. An interim Director will be announced soon. That person will supervise the communication center while the county conducts a national search for Snowden’s replacement.
Riney moving to Iowa in early February
Riney
Hamilton County Communication Center Director of Operations Darin Riney has tendered his resignation. He has accepted a job the new chief of Westcom Communications Center, the consolidated 9-1-1 public safety dispatch center in West Des Moines, Iowa, which serves a population of 160,000.
Prior to serving Hamilton County residents, Riney was the deputy director and dispatcher for Wayne County Emergency Communications in Richmond, Ind. He has also served as a reserve police officer and a volunteer firefighter.
Riney’s last day at the Hamilton County Communication Center will be Feb. 5, 2019. He will begin his job in Iowa on Feb. 11.