Geary County Human Resources / Special Projects Director Crystal Malchose will remain in the County's employment. She recently announced that she was stepping down April 15th to accept a similar position with Pawnee Mental Health Services. Malchose confirmed however, for JC Post on Tuesday, that she has rescinded her resignation.
Malchose said there were multiple reasons for her decision including feedback received from leadership at the County offices and from some current and former employees, plus members of the community ,"that appreciate what I've done thus far and would like me to continue working to improve the atmosphere, not only for the employees but the public perception of county government as a whole." Malchose added that if that many people thought she was doing a good job that she would maintain it and continue to move forward.
Malchose did receive more funding for her salary but County Commission Chair Alex Tyson confirmed it was an amount already in her budget. Malchose said county officials did not offer her a pay raise to stay in the job. "But I did ask for one if I were to stay and they did grant me that."
Malchose has been employed by the County for approximately 10 months.