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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/03/1989 Oscar Anthony, Chair Pat DeMond Mark C. Salvaggio Staff: Sue Whitfield AGENDA PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Thursday, August 3, 1989 12:00 noon City Manager's Conference Room 1. NEW AND REVISED JOB SPECIFICATIONS Supervisor I (Trees) Associate Planner Park Maintainer III Dispatcher I Dispatcher II Supervising Dispatcher 2. FIRE DEPARTMENT MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE 3. ISSUE OF HIRING EX-CONVICTS NEW AND REVISED JOB SPECIFICATIONS New or Revised Title Salary Comments New Supervisor I - Trees $2384 - $2898 Salary equivalent to Supervisor I - Public Works; differentiates class characteristics, duties, and minimum qualifications of the Trees section from other Supervisor I's. Revised Associate Planner $2897 - $3522 Specification updated to more closely reflect current characteristics and duties. Revised Park Maintainer III $1930 - $2345 Revises Training and Experience requirements. New Dispatcher I $1558 - $1894 New position to be assigned to joint City-County Fire Dispatch Center; to be the entry-level Dispatcher position. New Dispatcher II $1730 - $2103 New position to be assigned to joint City-County Fire Dispatch Center; to be the promotional level Dispatcher position. Salary equivalent to Telecommunicator I. New Supervising Dispatcher $1999 - $2430 New supervisory position to be assigned to joint City-County Fire Dispatch Center. Promotional City recruitment to be conducted to fill position. CLASS TITLE: ASSOCIATE PLANNER 706 CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: Under general direction, is responsible for-performing complex ~-"~ cializ d plan ing work ~uiring Dr i ......... spe e n re a com ehens ye knowledge and understanding of planning principles and practices; responsibilities include but are not limited to drafting and completing advanced level planning reports and studies, making oral and/or written presentations of completed work to various groups, boards, commissions and the City Council, processing planning applications from the initial phases through to completion, coordinating the approval process for assigned pro~ects with other departments and agencies; __~ ~___~ ..... 4_ ~ .... and/ ~- responsibl ......... ~ .... ~-'~ ...... ~ ....... ~--~-' and performs other related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Plans, organizes and performs assignments pertaining to one phase of planning activity; investigates requests for variances, zoning changes, subdivision plans involving difficult or complex planning problems; coordinates subdivision Drojects~ mey prepares legal · descriptions and zoning for proposed_annexation; ma~ prepares a negative declaration involving environmental matters with ..i. supportive justification; prepares and illustrates maps; prepares reports and recommendation for the Planning Commission pertaining to zoning, land division, general plans, and initial project plans; does background work for special planning studies; makes ·field studies of the more extensive, complex or responsible ~' planning projects; or as directed, gathers information, does field . surveys,'prepares mail survey materials which are tailored for each annexations study area. Coordinates all initial annexation proceedings with other affected City departments. Answers questions from interested citizens about annexations. Meets with neighborhood groups, answers and researches all planning related questions. Prepares initial environmental studies and staff reports concerning annexations, including Prezoning and General Plan Amendments as required. DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Training and Experience: Graduation from an recognized accredited college with a degree in Public Administration, planning or a related field, and three years of professional planning experience, Preferably at the local government level. A Master's Degree in Public Administration, planning or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required'experience. CLASS TITLE: ASSOCIATE PLANNER (Continue~) 706 Knowledqe, Skills and Abilities: Considerable knowledge and understanding of the overall organization and operation of city government; considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of City planning; considerable knowledge of the fiscal, social and economic implications that are involved in city planning, including the development of urban and suburban environmental recreational needs; good knowledge of the legal requirements of planning, zoning and subdivision; good knowledge of governmental organizations as they relate to planning; good knowledge of research methods, including statistics; 'and/or considerable knowledge of California's annexation laws and the legal requirements of planning and zoning; considerable knoWledge of governmental organizations as they relate to the City's annexation program, considerable knowledge of financing tools. Ability to make independent investigations of social, economic and engineering problems, and to draw useful conclusions from a variety of data and information; ability to organize research finding in written, graphic, and design form; ability to work effectively with the general public and the community agencies concerning matters of land use and the relation to planning~ functions; ability to interpret and apply laws and regulation to planning projects; ability to present finding and conclusions clearly in written and graphic forms; and/or ability to make independent field surveys, investigations and decisions concerning questions and inquiries regarding City services; ability to work effectively with the general public, City staff,-Kern County staff and Local Agency Formation Commission staff in the ~overall coordination of the City's annexation program; ability to present finding 'and conclusions clearly in .written and graphic form; strong ability to talk with the general public on a one-on'one basis and give oral presentations to citizen groups, Planning Commission and City Council. 6/89 Approved by City Council: Approved by the Civil Service Board: CLASS TITLE: FIRE DISPATCHER I 626 CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This is the entry level class in the Fire Dispatcher series. Positions in this class work in a learning capacity performing duties of increased responsibilities as experience is gained. Promotion to. Fire Dispatcher II is considered on a merit basis subject to Department Head's recommendation and approval by the Personnel ~Director/Manager. ~ EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: In a learning capacity, and on an assigned shift, receives and acts upon emergency and non-emergency calls in accordance with established policies and procedures; operates communications equipment; instructs the public on proper medical techniques under emergency situations; secures and records incident information; refers inquiries to appropriate public and private agencies; keeps fire control officers advised of situation and dispatches additional personnel or equipment when so advised by the incident commander; continually monitors the status of fire units; lo~ all departmental emergency activity; operates other emergency service radios; operates computer systems including .-. video display-te~inals; op~ :~:J/~:~...¥ rates telephone equipment; sends and receives telephone messages, prepares and types reports; keeps necessary records; and performs related ·work as required ESI~ E 'MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Trainin~ and Experience: Graduation from high school or successful completion of G.E.D. examination. Minimum typing proficiency of 35 net words per minute. Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Ability to: learn the operation·of emergency co~unications equipment and computer-aided dispatch systems; remain calm, act quickly, and exercise ~ood judgement in emergency situations; speak clearly and concisely in a well modulated voice; perform basic mathematics; follow oral and written instructions; develop reports and keep recOrds. .. Knowledqe of: basic principles and techniqUes of communications equipment and computer terminal operations; City and County geography, communities, and location of streets and highways. 7/89 Approved by the City Council: Approved by the Fire Civil Service Board: CLASS TITLE: FIRE DISPATCHER II 629 CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: Under direction of the shift supervisor, to receive emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio calls and dispatch equip- ment; to operate a computer aided dispatch system; and to do related work as required. Under direction of the shift supervisor, receives emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio calls and dispatches equipment; operates a computer aided dispatch system; and performs related work as required. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: On an assigned shift, receives and acts upon emergency and non-emergency calls in accordance with established policies and procedures; operates communications equipment; instructs the public on proper medical techniques.under emergency situations; secures and records incident information; refers inquiries to appropriate public and private agencies; keeps' fire control officers advised of situation and dispatches additional personnel or equipment when so advised by the incident commander; continually monitors the status of fire units; logs all departmental emergency activity; operates other emergency service radios; operates computer systems including video display ..-...~%~.~_~;i/~.'~- terminals; operates telephone equipment; sends and'receives telephone messages; prepares and types reports; keeps necessary · records; and performs related work as required. · DESIRABLg ~INIMUM ~U LIFICATIONS: Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or successful completion of G.E.D. examination, and one year experience as a Fire Dispatcher I or an equivalent position. Minimum typing proficiency of 35 net words per minute. Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Ability to: learn the operation of emergency communications equipment and computer-aided dispatch systems; remain calm, act quickly, and exercise good judgement in emergency situations; speak clearly and concisely in a well modulated voice; perform basic mathematics; follow oral and written instructions; develop reports'and keep records. Knowledge of: basic principles and techniques of communications equipment and computer terminal operations; City and County geography, communities, and location of streets and highways. 7/89 Approved by the City Council: Approved by the Fire Civil Service Board: Cf=ASS TITLE: P~INTAINER III #331 CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: Under general supervision, functions as a crew leader in the performance of skilled manual work of a fairly difficult nature, including a variety of routine grounds and building maintenance work in the upkeep and improvement of city park areas, and is generally responsible for the condition of an assigned park or landscape area; trains new permanent and temporary employees and performs other work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Inl serving as lead person, issues daily work assignments and directs progress of grounds and building maintenance work; enforces and directs adherence to safety regulations and practices. Rakes, cleans, and waters park areas; cleans, sanitizes, and services restrooms and other public facilities; seeps and washes off courts, theaters, walks and other paved areas; weeds and cultivates shrubs and flower beds; operates a variety of high-power equipment and hand tools, and trims, fertilizes, renovates and maintains turf and plant area; regulates and adjusts automatic sprinkler and lighting controllers; assists maintenance men in cons~-uction, installation and repair of play' equipment, sprinkler systems and other recreational facilities; grades and levels sand or dirt in play areas, game area, ball diamonds, and courts; helps on construction work in parks. Assists supervisor as needed; documents and issues work orders, and keeps records and reports regarding work done; answers complain=s from the public. DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Traininc and Exmerience: Five years of experience performing a wide variety of ground maintenance or park facility maintenance activities at l~v~ of ~-" '~ .... t ..... i~ or .... 1 a ?~3, ~~- -i-~- ~ related experience. Know!edge, Skills and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of common tools, equipment and materials used in maintenance work; considerable knowledge of plants and landscape methods, pesticides and herbicides; considerable knowledge of various types of equipment and tools, including power tools and light automotive equipment. .... = to lead and train new employees in a variety of routine ground and building maintenance w~rk; ability to dea~ courteously and tactfully with the general public. Ability to lead and supe~vise work program involving a number of public employees, ability to instruct personnel, ability to schedule and advise on the use of a va~.ety of maintenance equipment; ability to maintain varied work and equipment records. Licenses or Co~~ ~ ~-~_~a_~s: Possession of a valid Class 3 California driver's license. 6/89 Approved by the City Council: Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: CLASS TITLE: SUPERVISING FIRE DISPATCHER 988 CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: Under.general supervision of the Fire Communications Center Manager, to perform as a working supervisor in the training and supervision of Fire Dispatchers on an assigned shift. In addition to performing tasks similar to the Fire Dispatcher, the Supervising Fire Dispatcher position is distinguished by its supervisory responsibilities over the work of subordinates in the Fire CommunicationS Center; and to do related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Supervises and directs the operation of the Fire Communications Center on an assigned shift, and enforces regulations and policies; operates computer-aided dispatch system; receives and acts upon incoming calls; instructs the public on proper medical techniques under emergency situations; secures and records appropriate incident information and dispatches necessary equipment in accordance with predetermined plans or refers call to appropriate agency; keeps in contact with crew on assignment; keeps fire control officers advised of situation and dispatches additional equipment when advised by the incident commander; .may assist in preparing and modifying employee schedules for an assigned shift; logs all departmental activity; prepares fire memos and files reports; keeps equipment records and personnel duty rosters; gives out a variety of information related'to departmental activities over the telephone to the public; assists in training new fire dispatchers; .and performs related work a~ required. '" DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Training and Experience: Graduation from high School or success- full completion of G.E.D. examination; two years of experience as a dispatcher in a public safety agency. Minimum typing proficiency of 35 net words per minute. Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills Ability to: supervise the activities of a group of Fire Dispatchers; operate computer-aided dispatch system; operate communications equipment; train employees; receive and relay information in a clear and concise manner; work under stress and to exercise good judgement. Knowledg. e of: effective supervisory techniques; the proper operation and care of communications equipment; city and county geography, communities, and location of streets and highways; the organization and operations of the City, County, State, and other related emergency service agencies. 7/89 Approved by the City Council: Approved by the Fire Civil Service Board: CLASS TITLE: SUPERVISOR I - TREES 746 CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: ... Under. general supervision, performs supervisory work in the care and maintenance of trees, including topping, trimming, felling, planting and removal of trees; and performs other work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Supervises and assigns the work of crews engaged in tree trimming, maintenance and care of trees; inspects and checks trees to be · pruned, sprayed, or felled; prepares work schedules for trimming, spraying and care of trees; transfers workers from one project to another as work load changes; inspects the quality of work performed by tree maintenance crew; provides assistance and advice to tree maintenance crew; assists in preparation of budget; coordinates the use of available personnel and equipment to obtain maximum utility; enforces safety and other regulations established by the department; receives, investigates, and resolves complaints from the public; assists in training personnel; evaluates and recommends changes in work loads and procedures- checks equipment "-' 9ping out on assigned schedules; prepares performance evaluations; .... makes recommendations for improving.methods of service; keeps and prepares records and reports dealing with-daily activity; and ..:-... prepares accident reports when necessary. DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS; Tra~nin~ and Experience: Graduation from high school or vocational school, or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test, and six (6) years of tree maintenance experience, including two (2) years in a position of lead responsibility. Knowled~e~ Abilities, and Skfil~s: Considerable know]edge of the · identification, growing characteristics, methods, practices, ~ools, and materials used in tree maintenance; considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety regulations and pract'ices. Ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the work of subordinates in a manner conducive ko full performance and good morale; ability to deal with emergencies; ability to train employees; ability to maintain records and to prepare reports; ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the general public; ability to maintain effective relations with fellow tree maintenance personnel and city departments. Licenses or Certificates: Possession of a valid California driver's ]icense as required by law for equipment used in performance of duties.