Acting Director of Human Resources appointed Director

August 7, 2026

Dominique Anderson was recently appointed Director of the City’s Human Resources Department after serving for six months as the department’s Acting Director.

“Dominique Anderson has demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and dedication in serving the City of Sarasota,” said City Manager Karie Friling. “I’m confident this appointment will strengthen our Human Resources operations and support our employees and departments citywide.”

The Human Resources Department is made up of 11 employees and conducts essential internal and external City functions, including recruiting, professional development, risk management, ADA compliance, employee and labor relations, and provides essential services to the Human Relations Board and Citizens with Disabilities Advisory Board.

“Thank you to City Manager Karie Friling for the opportunity to take on this role and lead the charge in finding new and creative ways to support the excellent employees who serve our community,” said Human Resources Director Dominique Anderson. “I look forward to working with my team to set the bar high for customer service and make the HR Department a place where employees are welcomed, valued, and empowered to do their best work.”

After beginning her career in private sector human resources and management, Anderson joined the City in 2014. She held several roles within the Human Resources Department before being promoted to General Manager in 2023. Anderson earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from St. Leo University and a master’s degree in management from the University of Phoenix.

For more information on the Human Resources Department, visit Sarasotafl.gov/Department-Pages/Human-Resources.

Human Resources Director Dominique Anderson

Media Contact: News@sarasotafl.gov

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