Wenko named interim Williston City Administrator

Interim City Administrator Shawn Wenko, left, is welcomed by Williston Mayor Howard Klug (Photo Courtesy: City of Williston)
Interim City Administrator Shawn Wenko, left, is welcomed by Williston Mayor Howard Klug (Photo Courtesy: City of Williston)

(Williston, ND) -- The City of Williston has a new interim City Administrator.

Shawn Wenko, the Executive Director of Williston's Economic Development Office since 2014, was announced as the interim City Administrator at a press conference Tuesday morning at the Williston City Hall. Wenko replaces David Tuan, who held the position since 2016.

“It is truly an honor to be selected by the Williston City Commission as the Interim Administrator that will see us through this transition period,” Wenko commented. “The search now begins for a permanent leader to fill this role.  It is my goal during this time to work with city leadership and department heads to ensure the transition is smooth, with limited interruption to our vision and daily activities in the City of Williston. Outgoing Administrator David Tuan has left us with a solid foundation, and I am up for the task."

Wenko will begin as Interim City Administrator as of December 1, 2022. The search for candidates to fill the position permanently has already begun with the help of recruitment firm SGR.