HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2007-165 N.C.S. 09/17/2007 Resolution No. 2007-165 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION
PLAN BY ESTABLISHING THE NEW CLASSIFICATION,
PAY RANGE AND UNIT ASSIGNMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION MANAGER AND
ABOLISHING THE CLASSIFICATION OF TRANSIT 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 Transportation 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,
Classification Title Pa Ran a Per Month Unit Assi nment
Transportation Manager $7,520.93-$7,897.07-$8,292.27.-$8,706.53-$9,141.60 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.
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 A d a to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 1 T~ day of o m:
September, 2007, by the following vote:
City At rney
AYES: Barrett, Freitas, Harris, Vice Mayor Nau, O'Brien, Rabbitt, Mayor Torliatt
NOES: None
ABSENT: None (
ABSTAIN: None t` \ _
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ATTEST: ~ ~i~~ '
City Clerk Mayor
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ATTACHMENT A
p' L City of Petaluma, California
~ ~ CLASS SPECIFICATION
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1 s 5 $ Date: 09/ 17/07
Job Class:
Transportatson IVlanager
Summary
Plan, manage, and direct fhe operations and services of various City transportation related
functions, including public transit, paratransit, airport, rail and other programs; ensure that City
transportation programs comply with federal, state, and local funding requirements and
regulatory agency standards; coordinate and/or participate in the planning, development,
and implementation of City transportation systems and related projects; negotiate and oversee
work performed by private contractors; and .serve as a liaison between City transportation
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 transportation functions
including public transit, paratransit, airport, rail and other programs; through subordinate
supervisors, employees and/or contract staff, oversee and coordinate assigned transportation-
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 new and ongoing transportation 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
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standards for contractual compliance; coordinate with the City Attorney and other City officials as
needed to interpret and implement agreements.
Oversee transportation marketing, bus 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 transportation services meet the needs of citizens in the most cost
efficient manner; represent the City by attending meetings that pertain to local, state and
federal transit, airport and rail 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, airport, rail and/or other 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
transportation programs that include bus, train and airport services.
Negotiate financial agreements in an effective manner.
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.
Represent the City to outside agencies and the public in a positive and effective manner.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the
work.
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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 transportation systems; principles of
general aviation management, aviation facilities operations and maintenance.
Advanced administrative principles and methods; budgeting, procurement, human
resources management, marketing, and information management.
State, local and federal laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to vehicle, rail and airplane
safety, operations, claims and grant allocations.
Principles, practices and terminology related to lease 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 gain 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 related field.
Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible, professional public sector experience involving public
transit systems, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity. Experience involving
municipal airport operations is highly desirable.
Other Requirements:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
Established: 09/ 17/07
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Department: Public Works FLSA Status: Exempt
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