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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 00-187K N.C.S. 10/16/2000 Resolution No. 00-1~7I~ N.C.S. of the City of Petaluma, California RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN AND ESTABLISHING THE CLASSIFICATION JOB DESCRIPTION FOR BATTALION CHIEF/TRAINING OFFICER DESIGNATED TO UNIT 10 (PUBLIC SAFETY' MIDMAGEMENT ASSOCIATION WHEREAS, the classification was identified as part of the Five-Year Life/Safety Master Plan and Career Development Guide; BE IT RESOLVED that the Classification Plan and Compensation Plan, as originally adopted pursuant to Resolution No. 90-209 N.C.S., and the classification titles and specifications as adopted by Resolution No. 90-147 N.C.S., are hereby amended by establishing the classification of Battalion Chief /Training Officer (as attached hereto and marked Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this action is taken pursuant to Personnel Code 2.04.020 and Personnel Rules and Regulations (Rule IV, Section 5) for classifications included in the Competitive Service of the Personnel System, that the notice of this action has been properly posted and that the City Manager recommends this action. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Resolution No. 90-147 N.C.S., as amended, is hereby amended to include the classification of Human Resources Analyst and assigning this classification to Unit 10 (Public Safety Mid-management), effective July 10, 2000, with a salary range of $6,487 - $6,812 - $ 7152 - $7,510 - $7,885 - $8,280 (merit pay) per month. Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City. REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on October 16, 2000 Approved as to By the following vote: form: City Attorney AYES: Cader-Thompson, Keller, Maguire, Hamilton, Vice Mayor Torliatt, Mayor Thompson NOES: None ABSENT: Healy ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor Resolution No. 00-187K NCS Exhibit A ' CITY O=F PET~UI~A I'ETALL~I.~; C ALIFORi~ZA BATTALIO\ CHIEF / TR~Ii\tING OFFICER Title:. Battalion Chief~TrainuiQ Officer Department:, Fire v Reports To: Fire Chief FLSA Status: Exempt SUNIiI~IARY .Supervises, plans,, assigns, directs and. coordinates both emergency and .non-emergency activities for an assigned division; commands emeergency response scenes and hazardous material response, fire suppression 'aetiViti`es, prevention, code inspection and enforcement; rescue. and public education activities. De~-elops and .implements multiple level training- programs for department. ;personnel; coordinates assaned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and- the general public. Provide luQlly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Fire Chief. ESSENTIAL .DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.. Other duties may be assigned; . ' Plan; supervise and coordinate the organization,- staffing' and operational activities for an assi~Qned fire suppression shift inchidin~ fire suppression,. prevention, code inspection and • .enforcement, rescue and public. education.. activities, emergency medical operations, disaster preparedness operations and response, and hazardous. materials response. :Participate in the .development and implementation of goals, objectives, polices/procedures and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedtres. IV1av be called. upon to give staff reports. to City Council or management staff; may serve as the acting Fire Chief on a relief basis; serve. as duty chief in an on-call or shift status;, acts as Fire. Department liaison in -carious City, County and sfate committees, may serve in the Emergency Operations Center "(EOC) as required, and perform a variety of~public relations, and public speaking duties. Review and monitor station. operations,. equipment, and techniques in rescue, medical, and.fire _ . figFitin~ sactivities :to identify opportunities for improving, service delivery • methods arid, procedures;, identify resource needs; review with appropriate 'management- staff; iiriplemenf improvements. Direct, coordinate" and review the work plan for an assigned fire suppression shift; assign work activities :and projects; ,monitor work flow, review and. evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to .identify and resolve problems..A~ppraises employee performance and counsels, ;employees regarding workperformance issues. .Serve as fire and incident command officer; respond. to and assess emergency scene; determine plan of action, requests additional companies, directs and coordinates strategy and tactics of personnel, briefs Fire Chief and' maintains command of emergency operations and maintain safety of emergency scene until rele~~ed by the Fire Chief. Oversee the preparation of various computerized fire incident reports, responsible for periodic, special and technical reports relating to 'assigned ar=ea; ensure accuracy and completeness of . reports; maintain records on.fire suppression activities and other operations. • Select; train, moti~~ate and evaluate fire: suppression-. personnel; provide or coordinate staff trammg; work, with employees to correct deficiencies,, monitor performance issues and' implement discipline and/or :termination, procedures. Provides clear expectations and- • • accountability for employees. Recommends awards for personnel for superior service. Coordinate fire suppression and prevention activities and multi-hazard planning with those of other divisions and outside.. agencies and organizations. Attend and participate in professional. group meetings; stay .abreast of new trends and innovations in the fiel-ci of fre suppression, prevention, emergency response and hazardous material control. Participate in the development and administration of assi~ed budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment; materials and supplies; monitor and' approve expenditures; recommend adjustment as necessary. Duties and Responsibilities'When Assigned as Training Officer: Develop, .deliver and monitor. basic on-the job and advanced. training programs;. determine subject matter to be taught; provide for and schedule other instructors, training aids and materials;. evaluate and adapt training sessions as necessary. Maintain awareness of ne~~~ developments in the field of firefighter safety and training; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs. Assist in .the development .and implementation of policies, :goals,: objectives and priorities. for f re, emergency medical services,.:and multi-hazard training for the Department. Identify trainirg needs, and make recommendations. for rneetin~ training needs bythe Department.. Establish and maintain training and reference .library; determine appropriate subject materials to inventory; store, .control, use and dispense material as appropriate. Prepare; obtain, and maintain, • current training aids such as books, film/videos, pamphlets, manuals, studies, reports and other ' course. materials. Assess, analyze and determine requi-red skills and capabilities of all departmental personnel to meet requirements of job descriptions;; maintain training records on all personnel. . Plan; coordinate. and implement in-service training courses -and seminars. Prepare and present classroom and practical training sessions on modern,fire suppression, emergency medical services;, and, prevention techniques and methods. Develop and maintain appropriate records,. training evaluation instruments and related. data. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This classificafi`on serves as supervisor for a division within the department with administrative assignments, such as fire station/apparatus maintenance, ,emergency medical service response and/or department. training. This classification exercises direct supervision over supervisory, ,professional and technical •staff and includes acting as 'the multi-station on-scene tactical commander., This•classification receives general direction from the Fire Chief. QUALIFICATION'S To, perform this job .successfully, ,an individual must be able to .perform each essential duty satisfactorily. :The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge; skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accornmodafions may be ;made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: Knowledge_of: • Operation of services and activities of a fire suppression program, disaster response and, Standard Emergency Management System. (SEAS) Principles and practices of-emergency and hazardous material response • Modern fire fighting techniques; procedures. operation -.and .maintenance of various .fire fighting equipment and .apparatus • Principles and practices of"training, program development and training assessment • Recent developments, current literature arid' information related to fire suppression training - •Pertinent laws, ordinances, and regulations which apply to fire suppression, fire prevention emergencymedical services and.liazardous material and chemical spill response • Principles and practices of super-ision including employee. performance evaluation- and safety practices •Nlethods and techniques used. to review and analyze plans and specifications for -fire. code compliance • Principles and practices of public education regarding fire safety and prevention • Modern office procedures,. methods and equipment including computer technology required for job responsibilities Ability to: • Plan;. coordinate,. direct; and control effzct~-e fire suppression, fire protection, disaster . preparedness-and operational programs.. general management and supervise fire personnel • IV1ake appropriate plans and tactical decisions. in multi-company response situations • assess emergency incidents and develop, implement, and direct appropriate response strategies Formulate and administer effective. programs _n assigned areas; .analyze problems, and resolve conflict situations; recommend'and implement effective solutions • Select„ supervise, train and. evaluate staff. Develop clear expectations and accountability for employee performance •Identify training rieeds~,prepare; schedule and administer a comprehensive departmental training program. Analyze and select appropriate training materials • Train,, test, and evaluatestudent progress . •'Maintain accurate records;. prepare .clear and concise .reports using computer technology ®Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Develop, present and oversee public education programs.,regarding:fire safetti~ and prevention ~ - ®Operate avariety of tools; equipment .and apparatus used in fire, medical and other emergency response • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work • Plan, coordinate and supervise Fire Department facility construction .and/or maintenance CERTIFICATE, LICENSES, REGISTR.~TIO\S Chief Officer certification (required within 2 years of appointment.): EDUCATION A1~1D/OR EYPERIENCE Experience:. Eight. years full-dime fire service experience gained. working with a municipal, state or federal fire service agency; ahree of these years could have been in training development. Three years of supervisory and/or administrative experience comparable to that of a fire captain, served in fire suppression. Current Education. Requirements: Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. A.A. or A.S. 'd_egree is required; sixty (60) college semester units complete with thirty~(30) units in areas of fire science; training skills, ` supervision and administration. B.A or B.S'. is degree hi~al~ily desirable. Chief Officer certif cation . is desirable. Effective January-l, 2005 Education Requirements: B:A. or B.S. degree minunum effective by calendar year 2005 and Chief Officer certification. LANGUAGE .SKILLS Possess the ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journal, ,financial reports and legal documents, Possess the. ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from cfizens~ regulatory agencies, or members of the public community: Possess the ability to write. speeches- and staff reports that. conform to prescribed style and format. Possess the ability to effectively present information to `management, public. groups, and/or City Council or committees. MATHEiv1ATIC.4L .SKILLS Possess the ability bo work with m_ athematical coneepfs such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of pYane and solid Geometry. Possess the ability to apply concepts such as .fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY Possess the ability to maintain the mental. capacity that allows effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading, writing and' operating: assigned equipment: Possess the ability to make sound decisions and demonstrate intellectual capabilities. ' COMPUTER'SKILLS Possess the ability to create and manipulate standard off ce software, such as MS Word and Excel. Basic to intermediate skills are desirable. PHYSICAL DENIA:'~1DS The physical. demands described here .are representative of those that ..must be met by an employee. to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the .employee is regularly required to stand,. walk, and talk or'hear., Thee employee frequently is required to sit; use. hands to finger, handle, or .feel; reach with hands and arms;: climb or balance; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel,... °erouch, or crawl: The employee must frequently `lift and/or move up to 50 . pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; disfance vision, color vison,~penpheral vision, depth perception, and' ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environme_ nt characteristics described .here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing. the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations maybe made to. enable individuals with disabilities to perform fhe essential furicfions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions,. movng:mecliasiicalpgrts, fumes or airborne particles and outside.weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; toxic or caustic: chemicals; risk ' of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration. The noise level is the work environment is usually moderate.