Districts have learned that there are many advantages of employing PPL consultants and interim administrators and managers. PPL has been serving Community College Districts since 1978. The principals of the firm have extensive community college experience and outstanding reputations.

PPL offers a variety of services but specializes in providing interim administrators and consultants to community colleges.

Advantages of using PPL referred consultants and interim administrators reported by districts include:

1. Unique opportunities to make quality personnel decisions.

The use of interim administrators or consultants allows the district to review the administrative structure, to develop job descriptions, to recruit extensively, and to make a final selection without the pressure of rushing the decision. This flexibility often places the district in a position to make better decisions about positions, job functions, organization, and selection.

2. Timely productivity with top notch professionals.

PPL referred interim administrators and consultants have had extensive experience, are able to pick up duties quickly and are readily accepted by the management staff and board. The third party views that they bring often lead to problem solving that could be very difficult for permanent staff.

3. Efficient continuation of district operations without added expense.

The existing budget for a vacant position will usually cover all expenses for an interim administrator or consultant. The salary that was paid for the person who formerly held the position is used to cover the salary for the interim administrator or consultant. PPL's fee is easily covered by the amount that is budgeted for the fringe benefits for the position. In fact, the PPL fee is substantially less than that amount. Sometimes, it is even possible to reduce salary expenses by employing the interim administrator or consultant less than full-time.

4. Immediate assistance in filling a position and effective liaison in handling logistics.

PPL offers statewide assistance to districts and is usually able to refer an interim administrator or consultant in a very timely manner. PPL is structured to handle either the employment of interim personnel or consultants in the appropriate manner to assure compliance with STRS and IRS requirements. In addition, PPL will provide immediate counsel and assistance to the district.