Employee Spotlight: Mark Wilson - Wage Enforcement Coordinator

Mark Wilson, Wage Enforcement Coordinator with the City of Toledo, does not mess around when he goes after scammers- especially when they are taking advantage of storm-damaged residents in Point Place. During the tornado cleanup, residents began notifying City officials of scam attempts. Wilson, who works in the area often, knew residents were already picking up the pieces after last month’s tornado so he sprang into action.

Slowly snaking through the streets of Point Place, Wilson stops, hops out of his truck and asks contractors for proper City permits if they look suspicious. "I have spent almost every day out here since the tornado, ensuring that those who work on repairs are legitimate contractors with the proper permits and compliance with the City of Toledo,” Wilson said. “I think the residents need to have faith in us and our system. I make sure that these home repairs are being done by qualified contractors.”

With over 22 years of experience in county government and five years as a business agent with the Teamsters, Mark's passion for public service brought him back to work for the City of Toledo, where he has been an invaluable asset for the past three years.Wilson said that his job gives him a meaningful way to help the community.

"There are so many people I've met in Point Place who are thankful we're looking out for them. I take my job seriously, and I genuinely care about these residents,” Wilson said.His process involves diligent inspection and verification. "I get on the phone, call someone in the permits department, and check if the contractor holds a valid permit. If they are licensed and compliant, we move forward; if not, we take appropriate actions," Wilson said.

Beyond his professional life, Wilson’s roots run deep in his home town. He grew up in Toledo and graduated from Rogers High School. He is married and has three kids and three grandkids, making family a cornerstone of his life.Wilson envisions a future where he can explore more, possibly with some time spent down south or southwest, but always keeping Toledo as his residence. “It's my home,” Wilson said. “You know, people can say what they want about our city but Toledo is great and has so much to offer. People who are not from this area just don't understand how diverse and how wonderful this city really is. Yesterday I spent the day at the zoo with my granddaughter and, you know, we were walking around and looking at those old buildings that were done during the WPA. Both of us were mesmerized.”

We are truly fortunate to have an employee as dedicated and committed to the welfare of Toledo's residents as Wilson.