Pittsburgh’s incoming mayor is already shaping his new administration, announcing this morning two key appointments.
Mayor-Elect Corey O’Connor is moving quickly to assemble his administration ahead of taking office.
Dan Gilman, with nearly two decades in Pittsburgh city government and a background at Duquesne University, will serve as Chief of Staff, helping guide a smooth transition.
“We need to hit the ground running on day one, so we need leadership that knows the city, knows the residents, and knows how to get things done,” O’Connor said of Gilman. “I’ve known Dan for nearly 20 years and we served on City Council together. I know his commitment to our communities and I know he can guide a seamless transition.”
Sheldon Williams, a former paramedic, police officer, and military reservist, will lead as Director of Public Safety.
“With a career in the military, emergency medical services, police, and fire, Sheldon understands what it’s like to be boots on the ground when you respond to a call,” said O’Connor. “As Director, he’ll be able to bring those experiences together with his ministry and teaching to lead the department in community-based public safety.”
Both appointments reflect O’Connor’s goal of hitting the ground running when he takes office in January.