HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/19/20 MISC CIVIL SERVICE AGENDAMISCELLANEOUS CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall North, 1600 Truxtun Avenue
Conference Room A, 1st Floor
Agenda
May 19, 2020
2:00 P.M.
1. Roll Call
2. Public Comments
3. Approval of Minutes
Staff recommends approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 21, 2020.
4. -New -Business
A. Eligible List Certified by the Human Resources Director
(Informational Item)
1. Fleet Mechanic II -Revised (0) #01301
2. Technology Systems Technician I -GIS (0) #01309
(T. Sunkes)
B. Eligible List Extended by the Human Resources Director
(Informational Item)
1. Accounting Clerk 1/II (P) #01277 extended from 5/05/20 to 11/05/20.
(I. Farmer)
C. Nepofism(s)
(Review, Discuss, Vote)
1. Brian Lynch, Fleet Mechanic II #01301
(T. Sunkes)
D. Revised or New Job Specification(s)
1. Revised Job Specification: Economic Development Director #88100
2. Revised Job Specification: Community Development Principal #89340
3. Revised Job Specification: Development Services Director #89460
4. New Job Specification: Homeless Services Principal #59900
(C. Tenter)
S. Commissioner's Comments
6. Adjournment
Respectfully s , mmltted,
Christi Tenter
Human Resources Director
On behalf of the Miscellaneous Civil Service Commission, we want to thank you for attending this meeting. Additionally, in
compliance with the "Americans with Dlsabill Act," should you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, or
have questions regarding the agenda, please contact the Human Resources office, 24 hours prior, during normal business
hours at 16611326-3773 or in writing to admms a� bakersfeldoty.us.
MINUTES
Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
Regular Meeting
1600 Truxtun, City Hall North, Conference Room A, 1st Floor
April 21, 2020
2:00 P.M.
The Miscellaneous Civil Service Board Regular Meeting commenced on April 21, 2020 at
2:00 p.m., City Hall North, Conference Room A, 1a Floor.
1. Roll Call: Ron Wolfe, Chair
Tom Dorlis, Secretary
Nila Hogan
Roland Maier -Absent
Administration present: Shayla Woods -Collins- Human Resources Supervisor
Joshua Rudnick, Deputy City Attorney II
Christina Oleson, Deputy City Attorney I
Julie Houselog, Human Resources Clerk
2. Public Comments
None
3. Approval of Minutes
Upon a motion, by Commissioner Tom Dorlis and seconded by Commissioner
Hogan, the minutes for March 17, 2020 were APPROVED, ALL AYES.
4. New Business
A. Eligible Lists Certified by the Human Resources Director
1. Principal Planner (0)#01331
2. Code Enforcement Officer 1/11 (0) #01308
Eligible lists for the above referenced position(s), were submitted as information
Items to the Board and placed on file. NAT
B. Eligible List Extended by the Human Resources Director
1. Engineering Technician 1 (0) #01275 extended from 5/19/2020 to 11/19/2020
2. Supervisor 11 -General Services (P) #01261 extended form 4/04/2020 to
10/04/2020
Eligible lists Extended for the above referenced position(s), were submitted as
information items to the Board and placed on file. NAT
C. Reinstatement Request(s)
1. Gustavo Cruz, Fleet Mechanic II -Fleet
2. Luis Velazquez, Laborer -Recreation and Parks
After discussion, a motion, by Commissioner Tom Dorlis and seconded by Commissioner
Nila Hogan, was made to approve the recommendation of the Human Resources
Director, Christi Tenter, to approve the Reinstatement Requests for the above mentioned
individuals. APPROVED, ALL AYES
D. Temporary Waiver and Extension of Minimum Qualifications
After discussion, a motion, by Commissioner Nila Hogan and seconded by Commissioner
Tom Dorlis, was made to approve the recommendation of the Human Resources Director,
Christi Tenter to temporarily waive minimum qualifications which may not be obtained
during the probation period due to COVID-related business closures and extend the
established probationary period under Rule 8.02. APPROVED, ALL AYES
6. Commissioner's Comments
7. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion was made by
Commissioner Ron Wolfe to adjourn the meeting at 2:11 p.m. APPROVED, ALL AYES.
Respectfully submitted,
Tom Dorlis, Secretary
Eligible List Report
Fleet Mechanic 11 -Revised (Open) #01301
Human Resources Analyst: Tracy Sunkes
Established
List Expiration
Candidate Name
Seq. Rank
5/5/2020
11/5/2020
Garcia, Raymond
1
5/5/2020
11/5/2020
Comacho, Jesus
2
5/5/2020
11/5/2020
Gonzalez Jr, Jesus
3
5/5/2020
11/5/2020
Gutierrez, Ivan
4
5/5/2020
11/5/2020
Jauch, Fred
5
5/5/2020
11/5/2020
Mazure, Phil
6
5/5/2020
11/5/2020
Garcia, Francisco
7
5/5/2020
11/5/2020
Lynch, Brian
8
5/5/2020
- 11/5/2020 --
Ologuez Jimenez, Christian -
- - 9
Eligible List Report
Technology Systems Technician I GIS (Open) #01309
Human Resources Analyst: Tracy Sunkes
Established List Expiration Candidate Name Seq. Rank
5/5/2020 11/5/2020 Valdivia Jr, Mario 1
5/5/2020 11/5/2020 Murray, Caitlin
iuman Kesources uirecror may J,
Eligible List Report
Accounting Clerk 1/11 (Promotional) #01277
Human Resources Analyst: Isabel Farmer
On Sl
f, 51011l f will the.Elidibilila
In It, - .:
Established
List Expiration
Candidate Name - Seq. Rank
Nepo
Ret. To
Status
Requested to l e
I4A1il
5
Hewell; Ghr ine I
Yes
C. Cloibome 71.5.19
removed
hom list. Letter
sent 11.7.19
71/5/2019
5/5/2020
Marfinez Priscilla I
Yes
C. Claiborne 11.5.19
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BAKERSFIELD
THE SOUND OF50i6l �u
MEMORANDUM
DATE: MAY 19, 2020
TO: MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
FROM: TRACY SUNKES, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST U'
SUBJECT: NEPOTISM RULING -BRIAN LYNCH
CANDIDATE FOR FLEET MECHANIC II #01301
Brian Lynch has successfully competed in the Fleet Mechanic II examination process and placed on the
Eligibility List for same. His cousin, Dean Barthelmes, is currently employed as a Detective in the Police
Department. Due to the possibility of Brian being considered for appointment to a Fleet Mechanic II
-- position in the Fleet Division of the, Public -Works- Department, the issue of- nepotism -must be -addressed.
Brian is currently employed as a Fleet Mechanic I in the Fleet Division of the Public Works Department.
The following information has been compiled for your review and determination of whether nepotism
creates an adverse impact on supervision, safety, security or morale.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Fleet Mechanic 11 is as follows: Under minimal
supervision, maintains, repairs and overhauls heavy and light trucks, construction equipment, automobiles,
fire vehicles, police vehicles, small gasoline engines and similar equipment; operates a variety of hand,
power and shop tools.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Detective is as follows: Under general
supervision performs work of considerable difficulty involving specialized policework in the investigation of
criminal offenses and related police problems on full-time assignment, including investigative police duty
in plain clothes that requires considerable discretion and experience in the application of specialized
knowledge to the investigation and detection of crime; and performs other work as required.
EMPLOYMENT OVERLAP
According to the Public Works Director, Nick Fidler, if Brian Lynch is appointed to a Fleet Mechanic 11
position in the Fleet Division of the Public Works Department, performance appraisals would not be
reviewed or conducted by either employee for the other; neither employee would be directly supervised
by the other; and they would not report to each other within the chain of command as they would be
assigned to different departments.
RECOMMENDATION
The Public Works Director, Nick Fidler, and the Human Resources Division recommend approval of the
nepotism. If this request is approved, however, nepotism considerations may adversely affect future
appointments, transfers or promotional opportunities.
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 88100
UNIT: MANAGEMENT
EEO4: OFFICIALS/ ADMINISTRATORS
CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under administrative direction of the De._ Aent Sergi:__° D:rept^rCity Manager or designee,
manages activities of the Economic Development-Ex-'>d—Community Development Homeless
Services and -Convention and Visitors Bureau Divisions. Work involves planning, organizing, and
coordinating the City's Comprehensive Economic Development Affordable Housing Homeless
Services Ffegreaa-and t1,4�-Community Development Neck Programs; and performs other work as
required.
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the Position's essential duties.
They are descriptive, not limiting.
Essential Duties:
• Oversees the administration, development, implementation and supervision of the City's
economic and community development activities and homeless services program^^t�. V4ieS
and the coordination of those activities with other governmental agencies, private -sector
developers and lending institutions;
• Develops and directs the City's Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, oR(� the
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) and other U.S. Housing and Urban
Development programs;
• Directs the coordination, formulation, implementation and management of projects dealing
with homeless services economic development, and commercial revitalization;
• Coordinates program activities with City departments, other local governments, state and
federal agencies, and citizens involved or interested in homeless services economic
development affordable housing or redevelopment issues;
• Monitors the various laws and activities of regulatory agencies relating to economic
development, redevelopment and CDBG, and GGIVISeS DeV91GPFRORt Se^ PirgGt^' and
updates programs as needed;
• Collaborates and supports activities and growth of Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)
activities and contracted entertainment services'
• Provides technical advice to , commissions, committees
and higher level members of City management in matters related to a wide variety of
redevelopment and economic development activities and programs;
• Reviews and approvesaf necessary documentation and reports to
assure compliance with HUD regulations relative to the Housing and Community
Development Act of 1980 and other Federal or State program regulations;
Developmeafs and
aReaegeW&n>-oversees of the budget for the Departmentivision.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Economic Development Director functions as a dwisieFl-department head with responsibility for
policy development and recommendations to the P6PaFfM8Rt+�eedCity Manager, program
planning, fiscal management assistance, administration, and operational direction of the
9 "is ienDenartment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER 88100
Knowledge of:
• Principals and procedures necessary to fully support an enterprise class system, or
application Principles, practices and procedures of economic development, community
development and redevelopment;
• Principles of real estate development, land use planning, and zoning;
• Principles of development financing, bank practice, and investment markets;
• Contract and agreement development and administration;
• California redevelopment law;
• Federal, state and local laws;
• Rules and regulations related to state and federal programs;
• Practices and procedures of Community Development Block Grant application and
administration;
• California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
• Housing and Community Development Act of 1980;
• Building design, construction management, loan packaging, rehabilitation finance and
grantsmanship;
• Management and supervision principles;
• Public administration of principles and practices;
• City policies, procedures and practices;
- tion -_ _...
• Computer applications related to work.
Ability to:
• Analyze and interpret data, reports, rules, and regulations relating to economic
development and community development issues;
• Financially structure redevelopment and incentivized projects;
• Negotiate and administer contracts and agreements;
• Prepare and make effective public presentations relating to economic development
objectives, before high level administrative and legislative bodies;
,D -develop and evaluate staff and provide for their
training and professional development;
• Delegate authority and responsibility;
• Express ideas on technical subjects clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of City official's
community groups and the public.
Training and Experience:
• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public
Administration, Economics, Urban Planning or related field; AND
• Five years of experience in Economic Development, Community Development and/or
Redevelopment or related experience is required, of which two (2) years must be at
supervising and/or division management level;
• A Master's Degree in related field preferred;
• Additional training or certification in Economic Development Finance and a California real
estate license highly desirable;
• An equivalent combination of training, certification and experience may be substituted for the
above requirements.
Licenses. Certlficates or Special Requirements:
• A valid California Class "C" driver's license
CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER 88100
• Must be able to pass a background check
Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
• Standard office environment and working conditions:
• Must be willing to work in various neighborhoods in the City including both businesses and
private residences.
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: June 20, 2015
Approved by the City Council: June 28, 2019
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: May 19, 2020
Approved by the City Council: May 20 2020
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 88100
UNIT: MANAGEMENT
EEO4: OFFICIALS/ ADMINISTRATORS
CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under administrative direction of the City Manager or designee, manages activities of the Economic
Development, Community Development, Homeless Services, and Convention and Visitors Bureau
Divisions. Work involves planning, organizing, and coordinating the City's Comprehensive Economic
Development, Affordable Housing, Homeless Services and Community Development Programs; and
performs other work as required.
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position's essential duties.
They are descriptive, not limiting.
Essential Duties:
• Oversees the administration, development, implementation and supervision of the City's
economic and community development activities and homeless services program, and the
coordination of those activities with other governmental agencies, private -sector developers
and lending institutions;
• Develops and -directs -the -City's --Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, the
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) and other U.S. Housing and Urban
Development programs;
• Directs the coordination, formulation, implementation and management of projects dealing
with homeless services, economic development, and commercial revitalization;
• Coordinates program activities with City departments, other local governments, state and
federal agencies, and citizens involved or interested in homeless services, economic
development, affordable housing or redevelopment issues;
• Monitors the various laws and activities of regulatory agencies relating to economic
development, redevelopment and CDBG and updates programs as needed;
• Collaborates and supports activities and growth of Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)
activities and contracted entertainment services;
• Provides technical advice to, commissions, committees and higher level members of City
management in matters related to a wide variety of redevelopment and economic
development activities and programs;
• Reviews and approves necessary documentation and reports to assure compliance with HUD
regulations relative to the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980 and other
Federal or State program regulations;
• Develops and oversees the budget for the Department.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Economic Development Director functions as a department head with responsibility for policy
development and recommendations to the City Manager, program planning, fiscal management
assistance, administration, and operational direction of the Department.
CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER 88100
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
• Principals and procedures necessary to fully support an enterprise class system, or application
Principles, practices and procedures of economic development, community development
and redevelopment;
• Principles of real estate development, land use planning, and zoning;
• Principles of development financing, bank practice, and investment markets;
• Contract and agreement development and administration;
• California redevelopment law;
• Federal, state and local laws;
• Rules and regulations related to state and federal programs;
• Practices and procedures of Community Development Block Grant application and
administration;
• California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
• Housing and Community Development Act of 1980;
• Building design, construction management, loan packaging, rehabilitation finance and
grantsmanship;
• Management and supervision principles;
• Public administration of principles and practices;
• City policies, procedures and practices;
• Computer applications related to work.
Ability to:
• Analyze and interpret data, reports, rules, and regulations relating to economic development
and community development issues;
• Financially structure redevelopment and incentivized projects;
• Negotiate and administer contracts and agreements;
• Prepare and make effective public presentations relating to economic development
objectives, before high level administrative and legislative bodies;
• Develop and evaluate staff and provide for their training and professional development;
• Delegate authority and responsibility;
• Express ideas on technical subjects clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of City official's community
groups and the public.
Training and Experience:
• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public
Administration, Economics, Urban Planning or related field; AND
• Five years of experience in Economic Development, Community Development and/or
Redevelopment or related experience is required, of which two )2) years must be at
supervising and/or division management level;
• A Master's Degree in related field preferred;
• Additional training or certification in Economic Development Finance and a California real
estate license highly desirable;
• An equivalent combination of training, certification and experience may be substituted for the
above requirements.
CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER 88100
Licenses. Certificates or Special Reauirements:
• A valid California Class "C" driver's license
• Must be able to pass a background check
Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
• Standard office environment and working conditions;
• Must be willing to work in various neighborhoods in the City including both businesses and
private residences.
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: June 20, 2019
Approved by the City Council: June 28, 2019
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: May 19, 2020
Approved by the City Council: May 20, 2020
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 89340
UNIT: GENERAL SUPERVISORY
EEO4: PROFESSIONAL
CLASS TITLE: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COORDINA-TORPRINCIPAL
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under general direction, is responsible to formulate and coordinate the Community Development Block
Grant Program, plans, directs, and coordinates the oversight of projects funded by the Program, and
performs other work as required.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not
limiting.
Essential Duties:
Plans, or�anize& coordinates and mann e_ housin -re gted ncichbor�od and ciwanunity
de% elomnent Projects, IIIc rims. and activities.
• Prepares and files applications for Community Development Block Grant and other U.S.
Homing and Urban Development funds
• Maintains proper records in compliance with HUD requirements
• Directs the formulation and management of projects of the Block Grant Program
• Provides project updates and recommendations to department staff and management
• Coordinates activities with City departments, State, local, and Federal agencies, andcitizens
involved in the division programs
• Investigates, recommends and applies for other Federal and State funding as appropriate
• Prepares and submits required reports
• Processes related environmental documents
• Administers community development programs and other required documents as needed
The Community Development Coerdinate�Princioal is distinguished in the supervisory unit due
to the need for specialized training/education for program management. The customary job
duties involve the regular exercise of discretion and judgment. The class is not solely clerical or
administrative in nature but requires advanced analytical skills and the ability to translate data in
to working programs and functions.
Knowledee of:
• Working knowledge of rules and regulations of the Housing and Community Development Act of
1980
• Understanding of rehabilitation and development financing, lending institutions, and financing
services
• Knows practical aspects of real estate development
• General knowledge of the function and activities of Planning, Building Inspection, and Public
Works Departments
• General knowledge of Federal, State, and local legislative procedures and processes
• Related computer applications including word processing and spreadsheet software.
Ability to:
• Analyze and interpret factual data
• Ability to work effectively with staff of City departments, general public, and community
agencies
• Ability to present finding and conclusions clearly in oral, written, and graphic fors
• Utilize good judgment and decision making skills to assess numerous variables and make best
choice selections
Training and Experience:
�-•`'-�`-- _"-- -ing and experience equivaleru4oguGraduation from an accredited college
or university with a degree in Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Public Administration, or
closely related field;; and
• Fourf4jthree years of professional experience in Community Development Block Grant Program
Administration; progressively responsible experience in administration, grant and loan programs,
construction management, development finance; urban development and community relations_
and at least two (2) years supervision leadership or management of complex grams/proiects;
or
• _s -Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the educational requirement
on a year -for -year basis, for up to two (2) years; or
• Master's degree in Social Sciences Public Health Public Administration or a related field may
be substituted for up to one (1) year of work experience.
Licenses. Certificates or Special Requirements:
• Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license
• Ability to pass a background cbeck
Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
• Standard office environment and working conditions
• May require off-site field visits to oversee and evaluate project status
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: July 17, 2012
Approved by the City Council: July 18, 2012
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: May 19, 2020
Approved by the City Council: May 20, 2020
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 89340
UNIT: GENERAL SUPERVISORY
EEO4: PROFESSIONAL
CLASS TITLE: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPAL
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under general direction, is responsible to formulate and coordinate the Community Development Block
Grant Program, plans, directs, and coordinates the oversight of projects funded by the Program, and
performs other work as required.
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not
limiting.
Essential Duties:
• Plans, organizes, coordinates and manages housing -related neighborhood and community
development projects, programs, and activities.
• Prepares and files applications for Community Development Block Grant and other U.S.
Housing and Urban Development funds
• Maintains proper records in compliance with HUD requirements
• Directs the formulation and management of projects of the Block Grant Program
• Provides project updates and recommendations to department staff and management
• Coordinates activities with Citydepartments,-State, local, and Federal -agencies, -and -citizens
involved in the division programs
• Investigates, recommends and applies for other Federal and State funding as appropriate
• Prepares and submits required reports
• Processes related environmental documents
• Administers community development programs and other required documents as needed
The Community Development Principal is distinguished in the supervisory unit due to the need
for specialized training/education for program management. The customary job duties involve
the regular exercise of discretion and judgment. The class is not solely clerical or administrative
in nature but requires advanced analytical skills and the ability to translate data in to working
programs and functions.
MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of: -
• Working knowledge of rales and regulations of the Housing and Community Development Act of
1980
• Understanding of rehabilitation and development financing, lending institutions, and financing
services
• Knows practical aspects of real estate development
• General knowledge of the function and activities of Planning, Building Inspection, and Public
Works Departments
• General knowledge of Federal, State, and local legislative procedures and processes
• Related computer applications including word processing and spreadsheet software.
Ability to:
• Analyze and interpret factual data
• Ability to work effectively with staff of City departments, general public, and community
agencies
• Ability to present finding and conclusions clearly in oral, written, and graphic forms
• Utilize good judgment and decision making skills to assess numerous variables and make best
choice selections
Training and Experience:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Planning, Architecture,
Engineering, Public Administration, or closely related field; and
• Four (4) years of professional experience in Community Development Block Grant Program
Administration; progressively responsible experience in administration, grant and loan programs,
construction management, development finance; urban development and community relations,
and at least two (2) years supervision, leadership, or management of complex programs/projects;
or
• Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the educational requirement
on a year -for -year basis, for up to two (2) years; or
• Master's degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Public Administration, or a related field may
be substituted for up to one (1) year of work experience.
Licenses. Certificates or Special Reauirements:
• Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license---
• Ability to pass a background check
Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
• Standard office environment and working conditions
• May require off-site field visits to oversee and evaluate project status
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: July 17, 2012
Approved by the City Council: July 18, 2012
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: May 19,202C
Approved by the City Council: May 20, 2020
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 89460
UNIT: MANAGEMENT
EE04: OFFICIAL/ADMINISTRATORS
CLASS TITLE: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under administrative direction of the City Manager, directs all activities of the
Development Services Department. Work involves planning, organizing, directing and
coordinating activities of the department, including Planning and Building
F^^nArniG 91 CAFF)r -Rity Development; and performs other work as required.
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are
descriptive, not limiting.
Essential Duties:
• Manages the City's Development Services Department, including directing the
Planning and,, Building Divisions
• Develops general departmental administrative policies and procedures
• Formulates goals, objectives, and work standards for the department and
—ensures their accomplishment - - - - - -_- - - -- - - _-
• Determines necessary priorities and allocation of resources; ensures timely
actions on Planning Commission actions and implementation of City Council
resolutions on departmental matters
• Develops, controls and manages the department's annual budget
• Communicates the functions, policies, and plans of the department's divisions to
boards, commissions, community groups, private parties, and the general public
• Advises the City Council, Planning Commission, City Manager, and others on
departmental issues
• Assembles necessary resources to solve a broad range of programmatic and
service delivery problems in current and advanced planning, building inspection
and plan check
• Directs the selection, training, development and evaluation of department
personnel
. Develops, monitors and evaluates departmental systems, procedures and
activities
. Assists in the preparation of new City ordinances
ele-eiGlament far the City
• Ensures the proper administration and enforcement of the City's building, zoning,
housing, sanitation and related codes
T
da n! and former ade n! o ,
CLASS TITLE: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR (continued) 59460
Monitors developments in urban planning and building inspection, evaluates
their impact on City programs and operations, and implements improvement
where warranted
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Development Services Director functions as a department head with responsibility
for policy development, program planning, fiscal management, administrative and
operational direction of the Planning and —Building
Development programs and projects functions of the department. The incumbent is
responsible for accomplishing department objectives and goals within guidelines
established by the City Council and City Manager.
Knowledge of:
• Theories, principles, and practices of urban planning, building inspection, code
enforcement and related economic and community development programs
and projects and former redevelopment projects and activities
• Architectural and engineering principles and practices, construction methods
and building industry practices
HUD regulations relative to the G9FnFn1JR4yD&-elGPMeR* RIGG'k GFORt Program
• Social, economic, political and environmental issues impacting urban planning
• Administrative principles and methods including goal setting, program
development and implementation, budgeting and planning
• Management and supervision
• Appropriate local, state, and federal regulations, codes, and laws
• Computer applications related to work
Ability to:
• Plan, organize, administer, and integrate the City's development services
programs and activities
• Select and evaluate staff and provide for their training and professional
development
• Effectively lead, develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards and internal controls
• Analyze complex technical and administrative development services problems,
evaluate alternative solutions, and adopt effective courses of action
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials
• Deliver effective presentation before City Council, Planning Commission, Board
of Zoning Adjustment and various community groups
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of
citizens, public and private organizations, commissions, boards, and City staff
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines
CLASS TITLE: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR (continued) 89460
Training and Experience:
• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or
Public Administration, City or Regional Planning, Urban Planning or related field
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible management or supervisory
experience in building, planning, and economic and community development
within a municipality.
• A Masters Degree in Public or Business Administration, City or Regional Planning,
Urban Planning or related field preferred
• An equivalent combination of training, certification and experience may be
substituted for the above requirements
Licenses, Certificates, and Special Reauirements:
• Valid California Class "C" driver's license
• Must be able to pass a background check
Physical Conditions or Special Worldna Conditions:
• Standard office environment and working conditions
Approved
by
the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board:
April 17, 2012
—Ao3roved-by
the City, CovrrcB:- April 18, 2012 - -
Approved
by
the Miscellaneous Clvll Service Board:
May 15, 2018
Approved
by
the City Council: June 6, 2018
Approved
by
the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board:
Mav 19, 2020
Approved by the City Council: May 20, 2020
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 89460
UNIT: MANAGEMENT
E E04: OFFICIAL/ADMINISTRATORS
CLASS TITLE: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under administrative direction of the City Manager, directs all activities of the
Development Services Department. Work involves planning, organizing, directing and
coordinating activities of the department, including Planning and Building; and
performs other work as required.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are
descriptive, not limiting.
Essential Duties:
• Manages the City's Development Services Department, including directing the
Planning and Building Divisions
• Develops general departmental administrative policies and procedures
• Formulates goals, objectives, and work standards for the department and
ensures their. accomplishment
• Determines necessary priorities and allocation of resources; ensures timely
actions on Planning Commission actions and implementation of City Council
resolutions on departmental matters
• Develops, controls and manages the department's annual budget
• Communicates the functions, policies, and plans of the department's divisions to
boards, commissions, community groups, private parties, and the general public
• Advises the City Council, Planning Commission, City Manager, and others on
departmental issues
• Assembles necessary resources to solve a broad range of programmatic and
service delivery problems in current and advanced planning, building inspection
and plan check
• Directs the selection, training, development and evaluation of department
personnel
• Develops, monitors and evaluates departmental systems, procedures and
activities
• Assists in the preparation of new City ordinances
• Ensures the proper administration and enforcement of the City's building, zoning,
housing, sanitation and related codes
• Monitors developments in urban planning and building inspection, evaluates
their impact on City programs and operations, and implements improvement
where warranted
The Development Services Director functions as a department head with responsibility
for policy development, program planning, fiscal management, administrative and
operational direction of the Planning and Building programs and projects functions of
the department. The incumbent is responsible for accomplishing department
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objectives and goals within guidelines established by the City Council and City
Manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
• Theories, principles, and practices of urban planning, building inspection, code
enforcement and related economic and community development programs
and projects and former redevelopment projects and activities
• Architectural and engineering principles and practices, construction methods
and building industry practices
• Social, economic, political and environmental issues impacting urban planning
• Administrative principles and methods including goal setting, program
development and implementation, budgeting and planning
• Management and supervision
• Appropriate local, state, and federal regulations, codes, and laws
• Computer applications related to work
Ability to:
• Plan, organize, administer, and integrate the City's development services
programs and activities
•.. Select and evaluate staff and provide for their training and professional
development
• Effectively lead, develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards and internal controls
• Analyze complex technical and administrative development services problems,
evaluate alternative solutions, and adopt effective courses of action
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials
• Deliver effective presentation before City Council, Planning Commission, Board
of Zoning Adjustment and various community groups
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of
citizens, public and private organizations, commissions, boards, and City staff
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines
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Tralnina and Experience:
• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or
Public Administration, City or Regional Planning, Urban Planning or related field
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible management or supervisory
experience in building, planning, and economic and community development
within a municipality.
• A Master's Degree in Public or Business Administration, City or Regional Planning,
Urban Planning or related field preferred
• An equivalent combination of training, certification and experience may be
substituted for the above requirements
Licenses. Certificates. and Special Reauirements:
• Valid California Class "C" driver's license
• Must be able to pass a background check
Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
• Standard office environment and working conditions
Approved
by
the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board:
April 17, 2012
Approved
by
the City
Council: April 18, 2012
Approved
by
the Miscellaneous
Civil Service Board:
May 15, 2018
Approved
by
the City
Council: June 6, 2018
Approved
by
the Miscellaneous
Civil Service Board:
May 19, 2020
Approved
by
the City
Council: May 20, 2020
CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 59900
UNIT: GENERAL SUPERVISORY
EE04: PROFESSIONAL
CLASS TITLE: HOMELESS SERVICES PRINCIPAL
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under general direction, is responsible to formulate and coordinate provide strategic planning, and
administrative oversight of the development and implementation of homeless services, and ensures
programs and resources across all departments are aligned with the City's goals to address and end
homelessness; and performs related duties as assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not
limiting.
Essential Duties:
I. Provides guidance on homeless issues and oversight of the City's efforts to address and end
homelessness;
2. Develops and oversees program goals and objectives,
3. Develops, coordinates, and evaluates City operated or contracted programs to address homelessness
including initial planning, feasibility studies, community involvement, project design and
implementation strategies, project approval and evaluation using program and population data to
make sound recommendations, including alternative courses of action, such as project restructuring;
4. Collaborates with other Bakersfield Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative (BKRHC), local
businesses, non -profits, and community groups in the coordination and delivery of services to the
homeless;
5. Coordinates City policies and activities with local, regional, state, and federal homeless and local
housing programs;
6. Plans, organizes, coordinates and manages permanent housing solutions for the City's homeless
population with Federal, State or local funding and oversees related affordable housing development
projects, programs, and activities;
7. Serves as a City liaison on homeless issues to civic groups, community, and philanthropic
organizations and individuals;
8. Establishes, maintains, and enhances cooperative relationships with City departments, local service
providers, and the homeless community;
9. Assigns, directs, and evaluates professional, technical, and support staff including the Shelter Care
Plus team;
10. Conducts and participates in public outreach and educational programs;
11. Prepares and monitors project and program budgets and expenditures;
12. Researches and develops grant proposals; seeks out other Ponding sources for City homeless
programs; and determines Ponding priorities;
13. Provides oral and written reports to various departments, City Council, commissions, and other
community groups on City's homeless issues;
14. Serves as secretary to the Homeless Commission;
15. Represents the City on homelessness issues at regional meetings related to homeless policy; and
16. Performs other duties as assigned.
This classification is responsible for developing and coordinating homeless services in areas such as
prevention, early intervention, emergency, and other support services designed to permanently house the
homeless; developing and implementing new strategies in collaboration with other agencies; organizing
and participating in public outreach, education and advocacy efforts; performing research, evaluating
programs, and reporting findings; overseeing the budget and funding efforts related to homeless services;
and supervising assigned staff.
Knowledge of:
• Service provisions to the homeless; with working application of social, economic, and political
issues relevant to low income communities; and trends in the field of homeless and social
services;
• Current Federal, State and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, procedures relevant to social
services programs, such as those designed to improve/provide housing, education, employment,
or socio-economic status;
• Principles and practices of performing needs assessments; program development,
implementation, management and evaluation;
• Conflict resolution and problem solving techniques;
• Community outreach, advocacy and public education;
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• Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation and public agency budget
development and administration;
• Resources and requirements to acquire private and governmental funding;
• Basic business controls, business ethics, basic arithmetic and data review and reconciliation
techniques;
• General knowledge of Federal, State, and local legislative procedures and processes;
• Related computer applications including word processing and spreadsheet software.
Ability to:
• Analyze and interpret factual data;
• Ability to work effectively with staff of City departments, general public, and community
agencies;
• Ability to present finding and conclusions clearly in oral, written, and graphic fors;
• Utilize good judgment and decision making skills to assess numerous variables and make best
choice selections;
• Assess community needs and evaluate programs using outcome data to determine effectiveness of
program components and recommend program modifications as necessary;
• Establish and coordinate program services, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with
data quality requirements and conformity with federal, state, and local regulations, and best
practices;
• Exercise sound judgement and political astuteness in complex situations;
• Develop creative and effective solutions to challenging problems and issues;
• Coordinate activities across multiple City departments and other agencies;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse agencies, service providers,
community groups, and members;
• Select, train, supervise, develop, evaluate, and motivate staff;
• Coordinate and oversee programmatic budgeting, and/or fiscal reporting activities;
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise oral and written reports, policies, procedures, and other
written materials;
• Proficiently use work-related computer applications such as Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel,
Outlook, database management, and internet communications;
• Establish, organize, and maintain complex record keeping systems;
• Prioritize work, and coordinate several simultaneous activities.
Trainine and Experience:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Planning, Social Services,
Public Health, Public Administration, or closely related field; and
• Four (4) years of professional progressively responsible experience in the development, delivery,
monitoring, or evaluation of community programs which must include at least two (2) years of
experience working with the homeless and at least two (2) years supervision, leadership, or
management of complex programs/projects; or
• Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the educational requirement
on a year -for -year basis, for up to two (2) years; or
• Master's degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Public Administration, or a related field may
be substituted for up to one (1) year of work experience.
Licenses, Certificates or Special Requirements:
• Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license
• Ability to pass a background check
Physical ConditionvorSpecial -Workme Conditions:
• Standard office environment and working conditions
• May require off-site field visits to oversee and evaluate project status
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: May 19, 2020
Approved by the City Council: May 20, 2020