LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -
A former assistant in the state attorney general's office was announced as Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval's new chief of staff Friday.
The governor's office said current assistant district attorney of Carson City, Gerald Garnder, was appointed to the role. Gardner will take over for Heidi Gansert, who was chief of staff during the first 20 months of Sandoval's term in office.
According to the governor's office, Gardner served as Las Vegas regional chief when Sandoval was the state attorney general. He also served in another role in the Attorney General's office and in the Clark County District Attorney's office in the criminal, appellate and civil divisions.
"His experience in Southern Nevada combined with his keen intellect and insight will be invaluable as we move into the 2013 Nevada Legislative session," Sandoval said of Gardner. "I am pleased that Gerald has agreed to join my administration and serve in this capacity. I look forward to working together again."
The 47-year-old also currently serves as chief trial attorney and chief of the criminal prosecution division in Carson City, Sandoval's office said.
He is expected to fill in the role Sept. 5.
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