ABOUT ME
Hi, I'm Tayfun Selen.
WHERE I COME FROM
I immigrated to America in 1996 and worked as a gas station attendant in Madison, NJ. I earned my citizenship in 2008 and currently live in Chatham Township with my wife who is a small business owner and daughter who is a junior in college. When I arrived in the US, I didn't speak English, I didn't have any money on me, but I wanted the opportunity you can only get in America. November 19, 2008, the proudest moment of my life: I became an American citizen.
COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SERVICE
Morris County has been a great place to live, work, raise a family, and retire because of the so many volunteers. As Commissioner Director for Morris County, I will work every day to make it even better. I also work as a Senior Vice President of Administration at Lincoln Educational Services focusing on skilled trades education. I believe that the traditional college is not for everyone and trade education is a great alternative for our kids. I am a CPA and certified as a Six Sigma Black Belt and LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).
While living in Chatham Borough, I volunteered as a member of the Zoning Board for 5 years from 2008 to 2012.
As the Mayor of Chatham Township, I cut municipal property taxes, earned a rare AAA credit rating, and reduced spending by over $200,000.
I also volunteer for Madison Rotary Club, as the club President, board member at the New Jersey Board of Nursing, and Advisory Board Member at Montclair State University’s Feliciano School of Business.
As your current Morris County Commissioner Director, I voted for the County budget that did not increase your county taxes. I lead the Morris Communities Panel as part of Morris Covid-19 Recovery Task Force, helping community organizations adapt to the post-COVID economy. I also stood up to powerful energy company JCP&L’s inadequate response to storm Isaias and called the resignation of the CEO and return of 2 months of utility bills for you.
I have a Bachelor of Science in Architecture Degree from Istanbul Technical University and an MBA from Montclair State University. I achieved certification as a Six Sigma Black Belt by Rutgers University and Lockheed Martin. I am also a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accredited professional certified by U.S. Green Building Council and a certified public accountant (CPA).
MISSION STATEMENT
Together, let's keep Morris County the best-run county in the country.