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Home My WebLink About*Other - BOCC0) GRANT COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Press Release For Immediate Release June 25, 2026 For more information contact: Office of the Board of County Commissioners Grant County Courthouse PO Box 37 Ephrata, Washington 98823 Phone: (509) 754-2011 ext. 2901 GRANT COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCE APPOINTMENT OF REPLACEMENT COUNTY AUDITOR Grant County — The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), after a thorough selection process, announced on June 25, 2026, the selection of Shannon Falstad as the Grant County Auditor, succeeding Michele Jaderlund. Shannon Falstad will be appointed effective July 1, 2026. Shannon has been serving as an Accounting Deputy with the Grant County Clerk's Office since 2016; her current duties include management of departmental tills and deposits, reconciling bank accounts, supervising cashiers, processing payroll, and maintaining rigorous adherence to financial protocols. Before that, she was the Recording/Licensing Lead Deputy at the Grant County Auditor's Office from 1996 to 2016, where she oversaw licensing and recording operations, processed daily deposits, maintained check registers, and ensured compliance with both county and state contractual requirements. Shannon plans to bring her skills in leadership, financial management, and public service to the role of Grant County Auditor. The Auditor Applicant Interview, which took place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., as well as the announcement of the selection, were recorded and will be posted to the BOCC's official YouTube page entitled Grant County, WA: BOCC. End of Notice SHANNON FALSTAD June 6, 2026 Grant County Republican Party Central Committee 159 Basin St. SW # 190 Ephrata, WA 98823 Dear Committee, I am writing to express my interest in the appointment for the Grant County Auditor position. With more than two decades of progressive experience in county government, banking, and administrative roles, I am confident that my skills and dedication make me an ideal candidate for this important responsibility. During my tenure as Record ing/Licensing Lead Deputy at the Grant County Auditor's Office from 1996 to 20169 1 oversaw licensing and recording operations, processed daily deposits, maintained check registers, and ensured compliance with both county and state contractual requirements. My responsibilities also included tracking yearly continuing education for deputies, compiling documentation for audits, archiving records., indexing documents, and issuing marriage licenses. Additionally, I assisted the Election Department during election periods, always ensuring accuracy and compliance. My current role as Accounting Deputy with the Grant County Clerk's office has further strengthened my expertise in managing departmental tills and deposits, reconciling bank accounts, supervising cashiers, processing payroll, and maintaining rigorous adherence to financial protocols. I also prepare cost bills, submit budget reports for grant reimbursement, process DSHS payment reports, and provide support during state audits and budget preparations. These responsibilities have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of governmental accounting, reporting, and compliance. My background also includes experience in title insurance and banking, where I managed branch vault operations, supervised teller activities, processed legal documents, and provided excellent customer service. I am committed to transparency, integrity, and efficiency in all financial and administrative processes. I am eager to bring my skills in leadership, financial management, and public service to the role of Grant County Auditor. I appreciate your consideration for this appointment and look forward to the opportunity to contribute to the continued success and accountability of Grant County. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience for any additional information or to arrange an interview. Sincerely, Shan -non Falstad PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY CONTACT Experienced in financial management and staff oversight, with a• strong track record in maintaining compliance and supporting departmental operations. Skilled in decision -making, analytical thinking, and record keeping, ready to bring expertise to a new role E � Eager to leverage these abilities and contribute to a new team. EXPERIENCE SKILLS Accounting Deputy • Decision -making 2016 - Present I Grant County Clerk, Ephrata, WA • Analytical thinking • Manage and deposit tills, ensuring secure handling of departmental • Time management funds. • Public relations • Record and receipt into Odyssey all EFT/credit card payments • Team collaboration deposited into the bank account, maintaining accurate financial records. • Staff oversight • Supervise work of cashiers, ensuring proper receipting into Odyssey • Multitasking and organization and compliance with established procedures. • Verbal and written communication • Process Non -Sufficient Funds notifications. skills • Process Writs of Garnishments. • Conflict resolution • Verify and receipt cash bail and enter surety bond information into • Vice President of Grant County Odyssey system. Public Employees Association • Run reports and review for Orders to Exonerate Cash Bail and • Record keeping Orders to Disburse. • Cultural awareness • Process Orders to Waive Interest on defendant's cases and make • De-escalation techniques necessary adjustments. • Prepare and submit weekly remittances to the Treasurer, ensuring prompt and accurate transfer of funds. • Prepare and submit vouchers for accounts payable into the accounting software, supporting the department's financial obligations. • Serve as backup to the Chief Deputy in preparing payroll, maintaining continuity in payroll processing. • Prepare cost bills for court witnesses and submit to the - Administrative Office of the Courts for reimbursement. • Submit monthly expenditures to the State Division of Child Support (DCS) for reimbursement of grant funds. • Process Department of State and Health Services (DSHS) payment report and credit defendant's accounts. • Perform monthly reconciliation of the bank account, maintaining financial accuracy and accountability. • Review and void stale dated checks. • Reconcile accounts using end -of -month reports. • Submit Labor & Industries hourly report to Accounting Department quarterly. • Issue restitution checks and process court -ordered disbursements, facilitating the completion of court orders. • Prepare and submit Division of Child Support Budget. • Prepare and disburse Unclaimed Property to Department of Revenue before November 1 st of each year. • Prepare and disburse Unclaimed Restitution to Treasurer yearly. • Assist Clerk with preparing the yearly budget, supporting financial planning and departmental operations. • Assist the State Auditor with financial audits, ensuring compliance with state requirements and transparency in financial practices. Recording/Licensing Lead Deputy / V w ✓� 4- / /� 1 1 Ir1 'T'\ / / \ 1 1 A 1 T /1 Y' C r% h r -1 -'1 /1 � n 1996 -2016 kir d[ IL �UuI ILy /--%UU1LU1 I I P1 aLCII �V/1 • Perform the duties of a Licensing and Recording deputy, ensuring the accurate processing of licensing and recording tasks. • Maintain check register and daily bank deposit for Licensing department, safeguarding financial accuracy and accountability. • Monitor contract compliance of the sub -agent and county licensing departments, verifying adherence to all contractual requirements. • Perform all administrative duties required by the contract between State of Washington and Grant County Auditor, maintaining compliance and supporting departmental operations. • Assure all county and sub -agent licensing deputies follow Department of Licensing policies and procedures, upholding consistency and regulatory standards. • Track and report all county and sub -agent licensing deputy's yearly continued education requirements for certification purposes. • Compile all necessary documentation for yearly State Department of Licensing audit and report any issues along with corrective actions taken. • Conduct quarterly audits of Grant County's three sub -agents, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Archive all records with State Archive, preserving important documentation for future reference. • Assist with scanning, indexing and verifying recorded documents, supporting the integrity of official records. • Issuance of Marriage Licenses. • Assist the Election Department during all elections. Recording Clerk/Title Assistant 1994 - 1996 1 Chicago Title Insurance Company, Ephrata, WA • Process all new title orders. • Record documents with County Auditor. • Research and compile Superior Court &Auditor records for title examiners. • Prepare plat packages for Realty Companies. • Process Full Reconveyances. • Type Title Reports, Supplementals and Final Policies. • Customer service. Branch Vault Teller 1991 - 19941 U.S. Bank of Washington, Ephrata, WA • Anticipate, maintain and order branch overall currency. • Control cash flow to/from tellers and vault. • Verify and balance all incoming/outgoing cash. • Assist tellers with problems and questions in supervisors' absence. • Process night depository bags and process deposits. • Keep record of all cashier checks, money orders and travelers' checks. • Perform general teller customer service and provide back-up for all teller duties. Receptionist 1987 - 1991 J Grant County journal, Ephrata, WA • Process classified advertisement, set up new accounts and billing. • Incoming subscriptions, cancellations and billing. • Organize filing for commercial job work and advertising accounts. • Supervise residential carriers. • Typeset editorial copy, legal and display advertisement. • Paste-up and composition for newspaper when needed. • Opening and closing of the office and cash drawer. EDUCATION High School Diploma -1987 Ephrata High School REFERENCES Kimberly A. Allen — Grant County Clerk's Office Grant County Clerk Direct Supervisor (509) 760-0601 kaIlen@grantcountywa.gov Carrie Heston — Grant County Treasurer's Office Investment and Accounting Officer Professional Colleague (509) 750-0637 hestoncarrie@gmail.co rn Diane Horton — Absolute Choice Electric Owner Of Absolute Choice Electric Professional Colleague (509) 899-4463 diane@absolutechoiceelectric.com