HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2010-220 N.C.S. 12/20/2010Resolution No. 2010 -220 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION
PLAN BY ESTABLISHING THE NEW CLASSIFICATION AND PAY RANGE OF
SENIOR LABORATORY ANALYST AND ABOLISHING THE CLASSIFICATION OF
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMIST
WHEREAS, the City wishes to keep current its Classification and Compensation Plan;
and amendments and or revisions to the Classification and Compensation Plan are effective upon
approval by the City Council; and,
WHEREAS, the City Manager /Personnel Officer has determined that certain duties and
responsibilities are appropriately allocated to the classification of Senior Laboratory Analyst (as
attached hereto and marked Exhibit A); and,
WHEREAS, the pay range for the classification of Senior Laboratory Analyst as listed
below is hereby effective with the adoption of this Resolution; and,
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Senior Laboratory Analyst
$5, 151.47 -$5, 409. 73 - $5,680.13- $5,964.40- $6,262.53
WHEREAS, the classification of Senior Environmental Chemist is found to be
unnecessary at the present time and for the foreseeable future.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
Petaluma:
Approves the amendments to the Classification and Compensation Plan as written
in this Resolution including the amendment in the Competitive Service of the
Personnel System.
2. Takes this action pursuant to Personnel Code 3.04.020 and Personnel Rules and
Regulations (Rule IV- Classification and Rule V — Compensation) and that notice
of this action has been properly posted.
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3. Abolishes the classification of Senior Environmental Chemist.
4. Establishes the classification of Senior Laboratory Analyst in the Water
Resources and Conservation Department effective with the adoption of this
Resolution.
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 aas ved, to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 20` day of December, r
2010, by the following vote:
City rney
AYES: Barrett, Vice Mayor Glass, Harris, Healy, Rabbitt, Renee, Mayor Torliatt
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None �• , '� jrJ'
ATTEST: F i /7 •'
Deputy City Cler Mayor`
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
Date: 12/20/10
Job Class 04XXX
Senior lab oratory Analyst
Summary
Collect samples; perform laboratory chemical and biological analyses on water, wastewater,
recycled water, biosolids, landfill leachate, stormwater, river water, and industrial wastes;
perform complex field and laboratory investigations to diagnose and resolve both in- laboratory
and field problems..
Class Characteristics
This is a specialized professional level class for the technical laboratory function within the City's Water
Resources and Conservation Department. An incumbent in this class performs a variety of advanced
chemical and physical laboratory analyses of water, wastewater, stormwater, sludges, and soils at the
City's water quality laboratory. An incumbent in this class works under the general supervision of the
Environmental Services Supervisor.
This class can be distinguished from the lower -level class of Laboratory Analyst in that the former class
performs the most advanced testing procedures and has greater record keeping and reporting
responsibilities, including quality assurance and quality control. This class can be distinguished from the
higher -level class of Environmental Services Supervisor in that the incumbent in the latter class has full
supervisory responsibilities over various regulatory programs.
Essential Duties, Skills, and Demands of the Position
The duties, skills and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills and demands.
Duties
Perform and analyze standardized and non standardized chemical, biological, and physical testing and
analyses of water, wastewater, recycled water, biosolids, landfill leachate, stormwater, and river water.
Develop and maintain the quality assurance /quality control programs as required by the regulations.
Maintain and prepare a variety of technical reports.
Create laboratory tracking mechanisms that meet regulatory requirements.
Research and develop new tests to analyze water, domestic and industrial wastewater, gases, sludges
and soils.
Research and solve chemical matrix problems.
Prepare and standardize chemical reagents and solutions.
Perform collection of wastewater samples from various sources within the wastewater treatment system.
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Analyze and trace the sources of undesirable industrial wastes entering the City's wastewater collection
system.
Assemble and record test data, prepare draft charts and graphs.
Insure compliance with all requirements of agencies that certify or otherwise permit the City's laboratory
operations.
Manage outside laboratory analysis program.
Assist in laboratory budget preparation.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Skills /Abilities
Perform advanced standardized and non standardized laboratory tests involving the chemical,
biological and physical analysis of water and wastewater, recycled water, biosolids, landfill leachable,
stormwater, and river water.
Analyze and interpret routine test results and data.
Read and interpret a variety of meters, gauges and recording charts.
Maintain and update routine records and logs.
Follow oral and written directions.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear,
and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or
feel objects, tools, or controls, and will frequently be required to enter data into a terminal, personal
computer or keyboard device and operate office equipment requiring repetitive arm /hand movement.
The employee is often required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl or use the ability to
smell. The employee must be able to perform a moderate amount of physical labor, including having
sufficient strength to lift, carry and /or move items up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this
job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability
to adjust focus. Must be able to hear alarms and respond to others without being able to see
them performing the duties of this job, the employee is often exposed to outside weather and wet
conditions. Other work conditions include exposure to unpleasant odors, mechanical parts, fumes,
airborne particles and moderate noise levels. There is risk of exposure to hazardous fumes and
substances.
Special Physical Requirement
May be required to wear respiratory protection or other safety equipment, and may be required
to wear foot, eye, and hearing protection.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
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Principles of chemistry, biology, and related sciences.
Principles and methods used in chemical, biological, and physical testing and analysis.
Practices and methods of chemical, biochemical and bacteriological testing and analysis.
Chemicals and equipment used in water quality analysis.
Laboratory and field safety, equipment, material care, and maintenance.
General concepts in the operation and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater treatment
equipment.
Laboratory and plant safety methods and procedures.
Laboratory quality assurance and quality control methods and procedures.
Various software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, spreadsheets, graphics, audio - visual aids, State Water
Board reporting systems, operational control, and reporting software).
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required
knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities
would be:
Education
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major coursework in chemistry,
biology, microbiology, environmental science, or a related field.
Experience:
Three years of experience performing duties as a laboratory analyst or equivalent, in an environmental
laboratory, wastewater or water treatment plant laboratory, industrial waste inspection facility, and /or
closely related experience.
Licenses /Certificates
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record is required.
Possession of a California Water Environment Association Laboratory (CWEA) Laboratory Analyst Grade I
certification at the time of appointment is required.
Possession of a California Water Environment Association Laboratory (CWEA) Laboratory Analyst Grade
11 certification within twelve months of appointment is required.
Additional Requirement
Must be willing to work outside normal working hours when necessary.
Established: 12/20/10 Res #: 2010 -XXX N.C.S.
Department: Water Resources and Conservation
FLSA Status: Non - Exempt
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