HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2008-038 N.C.S. 02/25/2008Resolution No. 2008-038 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
BY ESTABLISHING THE NEW CLASSIFICATION,
PAS' RANGE AND UNIT ASSIGNMENT OF TRANSIT MANAGER
AND ABOLISHING THE CLASSIFICATION
OF TRANSPORTATION MANAGER
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 Transit Manager (as attached
hereto and marked Attachment A); and,
WHEREAS, the pay range and unit assignment for the classification as listed below, are
hereby recommended, effective with the adoption of this Resolution; and,
Ciassitication Title Pa ;Ran a Per~lVlonth:. Unit :4ssi nment
Transit Manager $7,822.53-$8,212.53-$8,623.33-$9,054.93-$9,507.33 Unit 9 -
Mid-Management
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council does hereby approve _
the amendments to the Classification and Compensation Plan as written in this Resolution
including the amendment in the Competitive Service of the Personnel System; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this action is taken pursuant to Personnel Code
3.04.020 and Personnel Rules and Regulations (Rule IV- Classification and Rule V -
Compensation) and, that the notice of this action has been properly posted.
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 ~~t,#wed.as to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 25`~ day of February, 1\/for
2008, by the following vote:
AYES: Barrett, Freitas, Harris, Nau, Vice Mayor Rabbitt, Mayor Torliatt
NOES: O'Brien
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
A'i"I'EST: ~ ~ sL.( 11 ~-___
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ATTACHMENT A
City of Petaluma, California
CLASS SPECIFICATION
Date: 02/25/08
Job Class: 09TMG
T'ransat fVlanager
Summary
Plan, manage, and direct the operations and services of various City transit-related
functions, with an emphasis on public transit, Paratransit, rail service and related programs;
ensure that assigned transit programs comply with federal, state, and local funding
requirements and regulatory agency standards; coordinate and/or participate in the
planning, development, and implementation of assigned systems and projects; negotiate and
oversee work performed by private contractors; and serve as a liaison between assigned
transit programs and other transportation providers.
Class Characteristics
General direction is provided by the Director of Public Works; responsibilities include the direct
and indirect supervision of lower level supervisory, professional, technical, and/or clerical
personnel.
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:
Plan, manage, and direct the operations and services of various City transit functions pertaining
to public transit, Paratransit, rail service and related programs; through subordinate supervisors,
employees and/or contract staff, oversee and coordinate assigned transit-related operations,
ensuring adherence to federal, state and local mandates.
Plan, develop, and implement goals, objectives, and priorities for assigned operations, programs,
projects and functions; recommend and implement policies and procedures.
Prepare and administer assigned budgets; forecast funds needed for services equipment,
materials, and supplies; perform cost/benefit analyses and funding justifications; represent the
City during fund audits.
Negotiate and administer agreements with contractors and others for the provision of
services and capital acquisitions; ensure contract compliance; review and monitor the
approval of expenditures.
Identify, secure, and administer riew and ongoing transit funds through local, state, and
federal agencies; develop grant and other funding proposals; research, write and review requests
for proposals/requests for bids; develop contracts and cost estimates; determine standards for
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contractual compliance; coordinate with the City Attorney and other City officials as needed to
interpret and implement agreements.
Oversee transit marketing, bus stop, rail stop, and shelter placement, and related capital projects;
coordinate with contractors and consultants regarding planning and marketing programs;
coordinate the planning and implementation of new schedules and routes; research and
oversee the design and production of schedules, brochures, system maps and other printed
materials.
Coordinate routes, schedules, fares and related matters with inter-county and other transit
agencies to ensure that City services meet the transit needs of citizens in the most cost efficient
manner; represent the City by attending meetings that pertain to local, state and federal transit
systems; give presentations and advice to City officials, committees and commissions.
Collect and analyze data relating to routes, schedules, ridership and cost factors; prepare a
wide variety of daily, monthly and annual reports or presentations for local, state and federal
agencies.
Assign, direct, monitor and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; develop and supervise staff
training programs; direct the development and implementation of management systems,
procedures and standards.
Plan, coordinate, supervise and participate. in complex transit-related studies; analyze issues,
identify solutions, and prepare recommendations.
Respond to inquiries and requests for information; resolve service issues and complaints.
Prepare and present City Council agenda items, staff reports and other necessary
correspondence.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities:
Manage, plan, administer, and supervise the development and operation of municipal
transit programs, including bus, Paratransit and rail services.
Negotiate financial agreements in an effective manner. Oversee contractors that perform transit
related services. Enforce contract compliance along with incentive programs. Research new grant
opportunities and assemble grant applications.
Must have excellent public speaking skills; represent City as the liaison to the Transit Advisory
Committee. Work with City school districts on related projects.
Must be self motivate with excellent organization skills and interpersonal skills.
Analyze issues, evaluate alternatives and reach sound conclusions.
Research, assemble and present written or oral reports including data and
recommendations; make effective presentations to senior management, public groups
and/or City Council.
Perform routine accounting and financial auditing duties.
Representthe City to outside agencies and the public in a positive and effective manner.
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Communicate effectively, both oraliy 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 regularly required to sit; use the
computer keyboard and mouse, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and
arms; talk or hear; and taste or,smell; stand, walk, and stoop, or crouch. Occasionally lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close
vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust
focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to
outdoor weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic and/or
caustic chemicals, and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate,
but at times may be high.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operational characteristics, services and activities of public transit systems.
Advanced. administrative principles and methods including budgeting, procurement, human
resources management, marketing, and information management.
State, local and federal laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to public transit safety,
operations, claims and grant allocations.
Principles, practices and terminology related to ledse and contract administration.
Principles and practices of grant development, application and administration.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, training, and leadership.
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 gaih such knowledge and abilities
would be:
Education:
A bachelor's degree with major work in public or business administration, public administration,
transit or transportation management, or a related field.
Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible, professional public sector experience involving public
transit systems, including at least five years in a supervisory capacity.
Other Requirements:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
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Reestablished:
Resolution #:
Established:
Abolished:
Department:
FLSA Status:
2/25/08
2008-038 N.C.S.
9/18/06
9/17/07
Public Works
Exempt
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