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MEETING OF JULY 205 2021
1600 Truxtun Ave Conference Room A
Regular Miscellaneous Civil Service Board Meeting 2 P.M.
1. ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes from the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board Special Meeting,
July 8, 2021
Staff Recommends approval of Minutes from the Miscellaneous Civil
Service Board Special Meeting, July 8, 2029
4. NEW BUSINESS
Eligible List Certified by the Human Resources Director
1. Human Resources Analyst I 1 (0) #01508
2. Light Equipment Operator (P) #01503
3. Accountant 1 (0) #01502
4. Clerk Typist I/I 1 (0) #01505
Nepotism(s)
1. Claudia Galagaza, Communications Coordinator #0 1522
2. Amanda Gracia, Clerk Typist 1/11 #01505
3. Michael Doolan, Technology Systems Technician I -Desktop #01511
4. Kari Pressler, Administrative Assistant 1/11 # 01511
5. Erwin Edwards, Administrative Assistant 1/11 # 01511
6. Nicole Castro, Accounting Clerk 1/11#01510
7. Mayra Velasquez, Accounting Clerk 1/11 #01510
5. COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
6. ADJOURNMENT
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MEETING DATE: 7/20/2021
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Julie Houselog
CREATED BY: Julie Houselog, Human Resources Clerk
DATE: 7/20/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Minutes from the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board Special Meeting,
J my 8, 2021
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff Recommends approval of Minutes from the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board Special
Meeting, July 8, 2021
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D Minutes from Special Meeting Backup Material
MINUTES
Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
Special Meeting
1600 Truxtun, City Hall North, Conference Room A, 1St Floor
July 8, 2021
11:30 A.M.
The Miscellaneous Civil Service Board Regular Meeting commenced on, June 15, 2021 at
2:00 p.m., City Hall North, Conference Room A, 1St Floor.
1. Roll Call: Ron Wolfe, Chair
Nila Hogan -Secretary
Patrick Bowers -Absent
Roland Maier
Kevin Oliver
Administration present: Shayla Woods -Collins- Human Resources Supervisor
Tracy Sunkes, Human Resources Analyst
Isabel Farmer, Human Resources Analyst
Viridiana Gallardo-King, Deputy City Attorney II
Julie Houselog, Human Resources Clerk
2. Public Comments
None
3. Approval of Minutes
Upon a motion, by Commissioner Kevin Oliver and seconded by Commissioner
Nila Hogan, the minutes for June 15, 2021 were APPROVED, ALL AYES
4. New Business
A. Eligible Lists Certified by the Human Resources Director
1. Recreation Coordinator (0) #01490
2. Survey Party Chief 1/II (0) #01485
3. Technology Systems Analyst I -GIS (0) # 1501
4. Technology Systems Technician I -Infrastructure (0) #01496
5. Water Resources Planner (0) #01499
6. Traffic Signal Technician (0) #01497
Eligible lists for the above referenced position(s), were submitted as information
items to the Board and placed on file. NAT
B. Nepotism(s)
1. Sarah Flores, Accountant 1 #01502
2. Deana Ortiz, Accountant 1 #01502
3. Rebecca Andrade -Clerk Typist 1/11 #01505
4. Elizabeth. Fagatele-Clerk Typist 1/11 #01505
5. Amanda Gracia-Clerk Typist 1/II #01505
6. Mayra Velasquez, Clerk Typist 1/II #01505
7. Amy Wilson -Clerk Typist 1/II #01505
8. Kelsey Brackett, Human Resources Analyst II #01508
9. Asia Wofford, Human Resources Analyst II #01508
10.Arthur Carmona III, Light Equipment Operator -Water Resources #01503
11. David Rezac, Technology Systems Technician kInfrastructure #01496
12. Ricky Frickson, Traffic Signal Technician #01497
13. Daniel R. Maldonado, Water Resources Planner #01499
After discussion, a motion, by Commissioner Roland Maier and seconded by
Commissioner Kevin Oliver, was made to approve the recommendation of the Director of
Technology Services, Gregory Pronovost, Acting Public Works Director, Stuart Patteson,
Water Resources Manager, Art Chianello, and/or Human Resources, to approve the
Nepotism(s) for the above referenced items. APPROVED, ALL AYES
C. Job Specifications Revised and/or Title Change.
1. Economic Development Planner 1/II to Economic & Community Development
Planner 1 #25065 and Economic & Community Development Planner II #25055
After discussion, a motion, by Commissioner Roland Maier and seconded by
Commissioner Kevin Oliver, was made to approve the recommendation of the Human
Resources Manager, Shayla Collins and approve the Job Specification Revised and/or
Title Change. APPROVED, ALL AYES.
2. Economic Development Specialist to Economic & Community Development
Specialist #25025
After discussion, a motion, by Commissioner Kevin Oliver and seconded by
Commissioner Nila Hogan, was made to approve the recommendation of the Human
Resources Manager, Shayla Collins and approve the Job Specification Revised and/or
Title Change. APPROVED, ALL AYES.
3. Facility Worker # 13500
After discussion, a motion, by Commissioner Kevin Oliver and seconded by
Commissioner Roland Maier, was made to approve the recommendation of the Human
Resources Manager, Shayla Collins and approve the Job Specification Revised and/or
Title Change. APPROVED, ALL AYES.
4. Fleet Mechanic I and Fleet Mechanic II to Fleet Equipment Mechanic 1/II
#14330/14280
After discussion, a motion, by Commissioner Roland Maier and seconded by
Commissioner Kevin Oliver, was made to approve the recommendation of the Human
Resources Manager, Shayla Collins and approve the Job Specification Revised and/or
Title Change. APPROVED, ALL AYES.
5. Commissioner's Comments
None
6. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion was made by
Commissioner Nila Hogan and seconded by Commissioner Kevin Oliver to
adjourn the meeting at 11:45 a.m. APPROVED, ALL AYES.
Respectfully submitted,
Nila Hogan, Secretary
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MEETING DATE: 7/20/2021
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TO:
Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM:
Mari Blowers
CREATED BY:
Mari Blowers, Human Resources Supervisor
DATE:
7/20/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT:
Human Resources Analyst 11 (0)#01508
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Informational Item Only
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D Human Resources Analyst II (0)#01508 Backup Material
POSITION: HUMAN RESOUR'tES ANALYST 11 (OPEN) #01508
APPLIED............................... ......... ;''...... -,'............................. ............... '^'-34"
INVITEDTOORAL .............. ...................................... .............................. 09'
AFTERORAL .............................................. ................... .............. ...................... }4
CERTIFIED.................. ......... `............. .................................... ............................ 02
Established
Eligible List Report
Human :Resources .Analyst II (Open)#01508.
Human Resources Supervisor: Mari Blowers
List Expiration Candidate -Name
Seq. Rank
7/12/2021 i/12/2022 Brackett, Kelsey i
-7/12/2021 i /12/2022 Wofford, Asia 2
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WARD:
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Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
Tracy Sunkes
Tracy Sunkes, Human Resources Analyst
7/9/2021
Light Equipment Operator (P) #01503
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Informational Item only
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
❑ Light Equipment Operator (P) #01503 Backup Material
POSITION:. LIGHT, EQUIPMENT OPERA -TOR (PROMOTIONAL) 401.508
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Eligible List Report -
Light Equipment Operator (Promoti-onal); 401.503
Human Resources Analyst: Tracy Sunkes
Established List Expiration Candidate Name Seq, Rank
7/8/2021 1/8/2022 Advincula, John Globezekie- 1
7/8/2021 1/8/2022 Yasariia, Andrew 2
7/8/202:1 1 /8/2022: Wood, Michael 3
Tenter, Human Resources Director July 8, 2021
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Isabel Farmer
CREATED BY: Isabel Farmer, Human Resources Analyst
DATE: 7/15/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Accountant 1 (0) #01502
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Informational item only.
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D Accountant 1(0) #01502 Backup Material
POSITION: ACCOUNTANT I (OPEN) #0 1502
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Eligible List Report
Accountant 1 (Open) #0.1.502
Human :Resources Analyst: Isabel. Farmer
Established
List Expiration
Candidate. Name
Seq. Rank
7/1.4/2021
1 /14/2022,
Lo, Cheyanne Alzen
1
7/14/2021
1/14/2022
Stane, Annie'
2
7/14/.2021
1/14/2022
Ramirez, Mary
3
7/14/2021
1/14/2022
Keila, Crystal
4
7/14/2021
1/14/2022
Ortiz, Deana
5
7/14/.2021
1/14/2022
Beltran, Henry
6
7/14/2021
11/14/2022
Rodriguez, Lizbeth
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7/14/2021
1/1-4/2022
Flores, Sarah
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Tracy Sunkes
CREATED BY: Tracy Sunkes, Human Resources Analyst
DATE: 7/15/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Clerk Typist 1/11 (0) #01505
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Informational Item Only
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D Clerk Typist 1111 (0)#01505 Backup Material
POSITION: CLERK TYPIST 1/II (OPEN) #01505
APPLIED.............:.................................................................................50
ACCEPTED......................................................................................... 31
ATTENDEDORAL................................................................................21
AFTERORAL.......................................................................................18
CERTIFIED........................................................................................... 18
Eligible List Report
Clerk Typist 1/II (Open) #01505
Human Resources Analyst: Tracy Sunkes
Established
List Expiration
Candidate Name
Seq. Rank -
7/15/2021
.1/15/2022
Palmer, Fabiola
1
7/15/2021
1/15/2022 J
Salcedo, Jocelyn
2
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Harju, Terisa
3
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Slater, Robin
4
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Rivera, Esther
5
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Stotler, Amanda
6
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Gracia, Amanda
7
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Aswad, Deborah
8
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Jimenez, Donna
9
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Besenthal Clayton, Bayly
10
7/15/2021
1 /15/2022
Andrade, Rebecca
11
7/15/2021
1115/2022
Fagatele, Elizabeth
1 1
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Hernandez, Elvia
12
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Ulloa, Cynthia
12
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Hernandez; Mayeli
1.3
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Pineda, Cynthia
13
7/15%2021 •
1/15/2022
`Benavides, Maria
14
7/15/2021
1/15/2022
Leon, Enrique
15
Cftisti Tenter, Human Resources, Direcfor
July 15, 2021
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1.
TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Isabel Farmer
CREATED BY: Isabel Farmer, Human Resources Analyst
DATE: 7/15/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Claudia Galagaza, Communications Coordinator#01522
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff Recommends approval of Nepotism Waiver Request for Claudia Galagaza,
Communications Coordinator #01522
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
❑ Claudia Galagaza, Communications Coordinator#01522 Backup Material
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MEMORANDUM
TO: MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
DATE: J U LY 20, 2021
FROM: ISABEL FARMER, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
SUBJECT: NEPOTISM RULING - CLAUDIA GALAGAZA
CANDIDATE FOR COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR - #01522
Claudia Galagaza is competing in the examination process for the position of Communications
Coordinator. Her husband, Anthony Galagaza, is currently employed as the Fire Chief in the Fire
Department. Due to the possibility of Claudia being considered for appointment to a Communications
Coordinator position; the issue of nepotism must be addressed.
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 Communications Coordinator is as
follows: Under general direction, performs professional and administrative work in the coordination and
dissemination of citywide information internally and to the media and general public; creates a variety
of outreach materials for projects and programs in support of communications plans and strategies;
develops timely and appropriate content; acts as a resource and liaison with the city's technology staff
to provide technical assistance -to City officials and departments in preparation of internal and external
publications and social media; and performs other related work as required.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Fire Chief. is as follows: Under
administrative direction, of the City Manager, directs all the activities of the Fire Department. Work
involves planning, organizing, directing and coordinating activities of the City's comprehensive fire
services and fire related programs, including administrative and fire command responsibilities, and
performs other work as required.
EMPLOYMENT OVERLAP
According to the Assistant City Manager, Chris Huot, if Claudia Galagaza is appointed to a
Communications Coordinator position in the City Manager's Office, 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 Assistant City Manager, Chris Huot, and the Human Resources Department recommend approval
of the nepotism. If this request is approved, however, nepotism considerations may adversely affect
future appointments, transfers or promotional opportunities.
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Tracy S unkes
CREATED BY: Tracy Sunkes, Human Resources Analyst
DATE: 7/15/2021
WARD:
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SUBJECT: Amanda Gracia, Clerk Typist 1/11 #01505
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Nepotism Waiver Request for Amanda Gracia, Clerk Typist
1/II #01505
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D Amanda Gracia, Clerk Typist 1/11 #01505 Backup Material
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MEMORANDUM
TO: MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
DATE: J U LY 20, 2021
FROM: TRACY SUNKES, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
SUBJECT: NEPOTISM RULING - AMANDAGRACIA
CANDIDATE FOR CLERK TYPIST 1/11 #01505
Amanda Gracia is competing in the examination process for Clerk Typist 1/11. Her husband, Jesse Gracia, is
currently employed as a Police Officer in the Police Department. Due to the possibility of Amanda being
considered for appointment to a Clerk Typist 1/II position, the issue of nepotism must be addressed and
reviewed prior to appointment.
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 Clerk Typist 1/II is as follows: Clerk Typist I:
Under immediate supervision, performs routine and repetitive typing and clerical duties; and performs--
other
erforms'other work as required. Clerk Typist II: Under general supervision, performs general typing and a variety of
moderately difficult clerical work; and performs other work as required.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Police Officer is as follows: Under general
supervision performs work of average difficulty involving general duty police work in the protection of life
and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances in a designated area of the city or an
assigned shift; and performs other work as required.
EMPLOYMENT OVERLAP
If Amanda Gracia is appointed to a Clerk Typist 1/II, there would be no potential for creating an adverse
impact on supervision, safety, security or morale, or involve a significant potential for conflict of interest.
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.
RECOMMENDATION
The Human Resources Department recommends approval of the nepotism waiver for Amanda Gracia. If
this request is approved, however, nepotism considerations may adversely affect future appointment,
transfers or promotional opportunities.
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Sandra Duncan
CREATED BY: Sandra Duncan, Human Resources Analyst
DATE: 7/15/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Michael Doolan, Technology Systems Technician I -Desktop #01511
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of Nepotism Waiver Request for Michael Doolan, Technology
Systems Technician I -Desktop #01511
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ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
o Michael Doolan, Technology Systems Technician I- Backup Material
Desktop #01511
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MEMORANDUM
TO: MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
DATE: J U LY 20, 2021
FROM: SANDRA DUNCAN, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
SUBJECT: NEPOTISM RULING -MICHAEL DOOLAN
CANDIDATE FOR TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN I -DESKTOP - #01511
Michael Doolan is competing in the examination process for the position of Technology Systems
Technician I- Desktop. His brother, Ryan Doolan, is currently employed as a Light Equipment Operator in
the Development Services Department. Due to the possibility of Michael Doolan being considered for
appointment to a Technology Systems Technician I -Desktop, the issue of nepotism must be addressed.
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 Technology Systems Technician"I
Desktop is as follows: Under general supervision, incumbents may be assigned to perform a wide variety
of duties to support the City's audio-visual, communications, desktop support, Geographic Information
Systems (GIS), networking, programming or security needs. Assists users, provides instruction, and installs
hardware and software. The Technology Systems Technician I is an entry level position. The Technology
Systems Technician II is an intermediate level position.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Light Equipment Operator is as follows:
This is a multi -departmental classification for use in assigned divisions and/or sections. Under general
supervision, performs semiskilled work in the operation of light and heavy equipment and complex
equipment and performs other work as required.
EMPLOYMENT OVERLAP
According to the Director of Technology Services, Greg Pronovost, if Michael Doolan is appointed to
the Technology Systems Technician I- Desktop position in the Technology Services 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 Human Resources Department recommends approval of the nepotism. If this request is approved,
however, nepotism considerations may adversely affect future appointments, transfers or promotional
opportunities.
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Sandra Duncan
CREATED BY: Sandra Duncan, Human Resources Analyst
DATE: 7/15/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Kari Pressler, Administrative Assistant 1/II # 01511
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of Nepotism Waiver Request for Kari Pressler, Administrative
Assistant 1/11 # 01511
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D Kari Pressler, Adminstrative Assistant 1/II # 01511 Backup Material
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MEMORANDUM
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DATE: J U LY 20, 2021
FROM: SANDRA DUNCAN, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
SUBJECT: NEPOTISM RULING - KARI PRESSLER
CANDIDATE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1/II - #01511
Kari Pressler is competing in the examination process for the position of Administrative Assistant 1/I1. She
currently resides under the same household as Ryan Doolan, who is currently employed as a Light
Equipment Operator in the Development Services Department. Due to the possibility of Kari being
considered for promotion to an Administrative Assistant 1/II, the issue of nepotism must be addressed.
Kari Pressler is currently employed as a Secretary I in the Transportation (TRIP) 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 Administrative Assistant 1/II is as follows:
Under direction, performs difficult, and often sensitive and confidential secretarial and office
administrative duties for the City Manager or Department Head; oversees a small group of office
support staff in a lead capacity.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Light Equipment Operator is as follows:
This is a multi -departmental classification for use in assigned divisions and/or sections. Under general
supervision, performs semiskilled work in the operation of light and heavy equipment and complex
equipment and performs other work as required.
EMPLOYMENT OVERLAP
According to the Assistant City Manager, Chris Huot, if Kari Pressler is promoted to an Administrative
Assistant 1/II position in the City Manager's Office, performance appraisals would not be reviewed or
conducted by either employee for the other, no 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 Human Resources Department recommends approval of the nepotism. If this request is approved,
however, nepotism considerations may adversely affect future appointments, transfers or promotional
opportunities.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Sandra Duncan
CREATED BY: Sandra Duncan, Human Resources Analyst
DATE: 7/15/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Erin Edwards, Administrative Assistant 1/11 # 01511
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of Nepotism Waiver Request for Erin Edwards, Administrative
Assistant I/I I # 01511
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D Erwin Edwards. Administrative Assistant UII # 01511 Cover Memo
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MEMORANDUM
TO: MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
DATE: J U LY 20, 2021
FROM: SANDRA DUNCAN, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
SUBJECT: NEPOTISM RULING - ERWIN EDWARDS
CANDIDATE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1/II - #01511
Erwin Edwards is competing in the examination process for the position of Administrative Assistant 1/11.
His brother, Franklin Edwards, is currently employed as a Construction Inspector I in the Engineering
Division of the Public Works Department. Due to the possibility of Erwin being considered for
appointment to an Administrative Assistant 1/11, the issue of nepotism must be addressed.
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 Administrative Assistant 1/11 is as follows:
Under direction, performs difficult, and often sensitive and confidential secretarial and office,
administrative duties for the City Manager or Department Head; oversees a small group of office
support staff in a lead capacity.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Construction Inspector I is as follows:
Under general supervision, performs detailed inspection of Public Works construction projects; interprets
plans and specifications to endure contract compliance; prepares and recommends change orders
and cost estimates.
EMPLOYMENT OVERLAP
According to the Assistant City Manager, Chris Huot, if Erwin Edwards is appointed to an Administrative
,Assistant 1/II position in the City Manager's Office, performance appraisals would not be reviewed or
conducted by either employee for the other, no 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 Human Resources Department recommends approval of the nepotism. If this request is approved,
however, nepotism considerations may adversely affect future appointments, transfers or promotional
opportunities.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Sandra Duncan
CREATED BY: Sandra Duncan, Human Resources Analyst
DAT E: 7/15/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Nicole Castro, Accounting Clerk I/I1 #01510
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of Nepotism Waiver Request for Nicole Castro, Accounting Clerk
1/11 #01510
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
D Nicole Castro, Accounting Clerk 1/II#01510 Backup Material
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MEMORANDUM
TO: MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
DATE: July 20, 2021
FROM: SANDRA DUNCAN, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
SUBJECT: NEPOTISM RULING - NICOLE CASTRO
CANDIDATE FOR ACCOUNTING CLERK 1/11 - #01510
Nicole Castro is competing in the examination process for the position of Accounting Clerk 1/11. Her
husband, Mason Talhelm, is currently employed as a Streets Equipment Operator in the Streets Division
of the Public Works Department. Due to the possibility of Nicole being considered for the position of
Accounting Clerk 1/II, the issue of nepotism must be addressed.
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 Accounting Clerk 1/II is as follows: Under
supervision, coordinates and performs duties related to preparing, processing, maintaining, and.
checking financial, statistical or fiscal records; performs related work as required.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Streets Equipment Operator is as f6llows:
Under general supervision, performs semi -skilled work in the operation of heavy and complex automotive
equipment such as graders, backhoes, and heavy dump trucks; front loading dump trucks, clamshell skip
loaders, and performs other work as required.
EMPLOYMENT OVERLAP
If Nicole Castro is appointed as a Accounting Clerk 1/11 in any division/department other than the Streets
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
divisions/departments.
RECOMMENDATION
The Human Resources Department recommends approval of the nepotism waiver with the condition
that Nicole Castro not be appointed to a position in the Streets Division of the Public Works Department.
If this request is approved, however, nepotism considerations may adversely affect future
appointments, transfers or promotional opportunities.
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BAKERSFIELD
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: 7/20/2021
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TO: Bakersfield Miscellaneous Civil Service Board
FROM: Sandra Duncan
CREATED BY: Sandra Duncan, Human Resources Analyst
DATE: 7/15/2021
WARD:
SUBJECT: Mayra Velasquez, Accounting Clerk 1/11 #01510
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of Nepotism Waiver Request for Mayra Velasquez, Accounting
Clerk 1/11 #01510
BACKGROUND:
ATTACHMENTS:
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D Mayra Velasquez, Accounting Clerk 1/11#01510 Backup Material
BAKERSFIELD
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MEMORANDUM
TO: MISCELLANEOUS CIVIL SERVICE BOARD
DATE: July 20, 2021
FROM: SANDRA DUNCAN, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
SUBJECT: NEPOTISM RULING —MAYRA VELASQUEZ
CANDIDATE FOR ACCOUNTING CLERK 1/II - #01510
Mayra Velasquez is competing in the examination process for the position of Accounting Clerk 1/11. Her husband,
Juan Velasquez, is currently employed as a Light Equipment Operator in the Streets Division of the Public Works
Department. Due to the possibility of Mayra being considered for the position of Accounting Clerk 1/11, the issue
of nepotism must be addressed.
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 Accounting Clerk 1/11 is as follows: Under supervision,
coordinates and performs duties related to preparing, processing, maintaining and checking financial, statistical
or fiscal records; performs related work as required.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities for the position of Light Equipment Operator is as follows: Under
general supervision, performs semiskilled work in the operation of light and heavy equipment and complex
equipment and performs other work as required.
EMPLOYMENT OVERLAP
If Mayra Velasquez is appointed as an Accounting Clerk 1/11 in any division/department other than the Streets
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 divisions/departments.
RECOMMENDATION
The Human Resources Department recommends approval of the nepotism waiver with the condition that Mayra
Velasquez not be appointed to a position in the Streets Division of the Public Works Department. If this request is
approved, however, nepotism considerations may adversely affect future appointments, transfers or promotional
opportunities.