Mr. Arndt has been decorated with numerous accolades for his contributions and leadership, including an Army Commendation Medal and Army Achievement Medal.
CHARLESTON, IL, August 20, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- James W. Arndt has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Arndt is the president and chief executive officer of Arndt Municipal Support Inc., a veteran-owned firm he established in Charleston, Illinois, in 2021. With 30 years of experience in local government management, he specializes in providing essential support services to local government officials that oversee cities, counties and villages, primarily in Illinois, Missouri and Kentucky, including organizational development, strategic planning, financial management, economic development, and human resource management services. Mr. Arndt also oversees daily operations to ensure local governments receive the necessary guidance and support to thrive.
Leveraging his former success, Mr. Arndt was the vice president at GovHR USA and GovTempsUSA from 2021 to 2023. In this capacity, he managed various aspects of human resources and strategic planning solutions for local governments. His tenure as the city manager for the City of Paducah between 2018 and 2021 was a significant achievement. During this period, Mr. Arndt successfully led a team of 430 members, building a solid city leadership team that he considers a testament to his ability to develop highly effective teams.
Among other noteworthy roles, Mr. Arndt was the city administrator for the City of Effingham from 2010 to 2018. His responsibilities included overseeing municipal operations and implementing policies that enhanced the city's growth and development. Having come from the City of Saint Clair, Missouri, he served in the same role between 2007 and 2010. Mr. Arndt garnered experience as the village administrator for Union City, Ohio, from 2004 to 2007. Before transitioning into local administration, he was a police officer and a telecommunications center operator in the U.S. Army.
Mr. Arndt received a Master of Arts in political science and government from Eastern Illinois University in 2003. His academic achievements have significantly contributed to his professional success, providing him with a solid foundation in public administration and governance. In addition to his formal education, Mr. Arndt obtained several professional credentials that have furthered his expertise. He is a certified Illinois high school football official and a certified DISC behavioral trainer.
Mr. Arndt is actively involved in various industry-related organizations, including the Illinois City Managers Association, the International City Managers Association, and the Kentucky City County Mayors Association. He is also a member of the John Maxwell leadership team. Mr. Arndt's civic engagement includes serving as a deacon at Central Christian Church and participating as an actor in the Holy Hands Puppet and Drama Ministry. Additionally, Mr. Arndt is associated with the Eastern Illinois University Christian Campus House.
In recognition of his service, Mr. Arndt has been decorated with numerous accolades for his contributions and leadership, including an Army Commendation Medal and Army Achievement Medal. He attributes his success to creating value for others and making meaningful societal contributions.
Looking ahead, Mr. Arndt plans to expand his business further, continue offering support to local governments through his services, and nurture the development of future leaders. His goal is to ensure local governments have the leadership necessary to thrive.
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