Eric Hagarty
Dauphin County has a new chief clerk, as a former top state official has been named to the post.
Eric Hagarty, the acting secretary of education from 2022 to 2023, will step into the role on Feb. 3, according to an announcement from the county. The chief clerk acts as chief of staff for the three-person board of commissioners.
Locally, Hagarty, of Harrisburg, has served for the past year as chair of the Broad Street Market Alliance, the nonprofit that oversees the day-to-day operations of the city’s historic farmers market.
“Eric’s experience, leadership, and dedication to public service make him an outstanding choice for this role,” said board Chairman Justin Douglas, in a statement. “His work at the state and local levels has demonstrated his ability to build partnerships and drive meaningful progress.”
Hagarty has also served as chief of staff at the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and as deputy chief of staff to former Gov. Tom Wolf. Most recently, he was a managing director for Mercury Public Affairs, a government relations firm. He also serves a board member for the Harrisburg Housing Authority and is a former board member of the HACC Foundation.
Hagarty replaces acting Chief Clerk Vince Paese, who will return to his role of deputy chief clerk.
“Mr. Hagarty brings a high level of experience, professionalism and extensive governmental knowledge to the county team,” said Commissioner Mike Pries.
If you like what we do, please support our work. Become a Friend of TheBurg!
