(KMZA)--A new Nemaha County emergency preparedness director has been hired.

Nemaha County Commission Chairman Dylan Keim announced at Monday's Commission meeting that Eddie Aldrine has been hired for the position, effective June 1

He was interviewed by Commissioners during a special meeting last week.

Aldrine, who is originally from Seneca, currently lives in Kansas City and works in law enforcement.

Former County Emergency Preparedness Director Russel Lierz resigned, effective March 2.

Sheriff Rich Vernon has been serving as interim director since that time.