HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2022-160 N.C.S. 10/03/2022 DocuSign Envelope ID:OFF8384C-D73D-48EO-9AA9-1EE5OA86C571
Resolution No. 2022-160 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN BY
ESTABLISHING THE CLASSIFICATION AND PAY RANGE OF POLICE TECHNICAL SERVICES
MANAGER AND AUTHORIZING THE POSITION ALLOCATION OF ONE
POLICE TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER
WHEREAS, Petaluma Municipal Code Section 3.04.020.D authorizes the City Manager as the City's
Personnel Officer to prepare or cause to be prepared a position classification plan, including class specifications
and revisions of the plan; and
WHEREAS, the Petaluma Municipal Code Section 3.40.020.E authorizes the City Manager to prepare or
cause to be prepared a plan of compensation and revisions thereof, covering all classifications in the competitive
service; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to keep its Classification and Compensation Plan current, and in accordance
with Petaluma Municipal Code Section 3.04.020, amendments or revisions to the Classification and
Compensation Plan are effective upon approval by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the establishment of the Police Technical Services Manager will support Department strategic
goals of improving the development of professional staff, enhancing the efficiency and scope of supervision
within the Department, and increasing transparency and accountability; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager, acting as the Personnel Officer, has determined the results of the proposed
change align with the duties and responsibilities of existing workloads and City needs; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager, acting as the Personnel Officer, has determined that certain duties and
responsibilities are appropriately allocated to the classification of Police Technical Services Manager(as attached
in Exhibit A); and
WHEREAS,the proposed action is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4), in that, approving this action does not
meet CEQA's definition of a"project,"because the action does not have the potential for resulting either a direct
physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, and
because this is a personnel-related action that constitutes organizational or administrative activities of
governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,by the City Council of the City of Petaluma as follows:
1. Declares the above recitals to be true and correct and are incorporated into this resolution as findings of the
City Council.
2. Finds that the proposed action is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4), in that approving this action does not
meet CEQA's definition of a "project," because the action does not have the potential for resulting either a
direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the
environment, and because this is a personnel-related action that constitutes organizational or administrative
activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.
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3. Approves the amendment to the Classification and Compensation Plan as written in this Resolution,including
an amendment in the Competitive Service of the Personnel System as attached and incorporated as Exhibit A.
4. Establishes the classification specification(as attached in Exhibit A)and sets the pay range of Police Technical
Services Manager to:
Classification Title Pay Range Per Month
Police Technical Services Manager $9,736.13 - $11,835.20
5. Authorizes the position allocation of one Police Technical Services Manager effective upon 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 Approved as to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 3rd day of October DocuSigned�9rm:
2022,by the following vote:
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AYES: Mayor Barrett,Vice Mayor Pocekay,Fischer,Healy,King,McDonnell
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
DocuSigned by: DocuSigned by:
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City er Mayor
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Exhibit A
W CITY OF PETALUMA
R el CLASS SPECIFICATION
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ter. Date: 10/3/2022
18 5,6 Job Class: 1 OPTSM
Police Technical Services Manager
Summary
Plan, coordinate, direct, and manage the activities of the Technical Services Division within the
Police Department including emergency management, public safety communications, records,
property and evidence, technology, community engagement, facility maintenance, and fleet
management; coordinate and collaborate with other divisions, departments, and external agencies;
and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance.
Class Characteristics
General direction is provided by the Police Chief or designee; responsibilities include the direct
and indirect supervision of lower level supervisory, professional, technical, and support services
positions.
This professional non-sworn classification is responsible for division level administration of the
Technical Services Division within the Police Department.The incumbent is expected to formulate
policy, develop goals and objectives, supervise staff, administer the division budget, and direct
assigned day-to-day activities. The class is distinguished from supervisory positions within the
division by its overall responsibility for the management, coordination, and direction of all
divisional operations. The Police Technical Services Manager exercises considerable independent
judgment and decision-making in directing and managing the services provided by the division.
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, coordinate, direct, and manage the personnel and activities of the Technical Services
Division.
Direct, oversee, and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives,
strategies, and performance measures of the division; assist in the development and
implementation of department-wide goals and objectives; and recommend and administer policies
and procedures for assigned programs.
Plan,coordinate, and evaluate the activities and work of the division; ensure efficient and effective
utilization of resources while conforming with established regulations, policies, and procedures;
identify opportunities for improvement and implement as appropriate.
Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct
performance evaluations; recommend and implement discipline procedures as required; maintain
discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the division;
in coordination with appropriate City departments, plan and manage administrative personnel
activities (e.g., recruitment, leaves, employee relations, etc.).
Oversee and participate in the development of the division's budget; assist in budget
implementation and administration; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for
staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; apply for and administer funding as appropriate.
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Police Technical Services Manager
Manage organizational and technical changes that impact the department's information technology
function and ensure programs and projects related to public safety technology are integrated into
the department and effectively managed for compliance;provide strategic development and use of
public safety information technology; coordinate design,procurement,and implementation of new
technology and systems including development of long-range funding plans for maintenance and
replacement; and manage support functions for telecommunications.
Develop,coordinate,and oversee implementation of complex projects utilizing outside contractors
and/or City resources; prompt and effective remedial and preventative maintenance of all
communications systems and equipment.
Monitor, research, interpret, and implement federal, state, and local policies, codes, regulations,
and laws relating to assigned functions, including communications, use and confidentiality of
police records, and property and evidence control; maintain knowledge of current legal
requirements to ensure compliance.
Plan, oversee, and evaluate the emergency management function; develop and oversee the
emergency and disaster operating procedures in conjunction with other City departments and other
agencies; oversee and maintain emergency operational system access involving alert and warning.
Coordinate the activities of the division and collaborate with other divisions, departments, and
external agencies; serve as a liaison for City personnel, the public, other city, state, and federal
officials on law enforcement concerns; and assist in the identification of service needs and
priorities and resolve issues related to division or department functions.
Interpret and implement changes in Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations;
maintain the City radio licenses with the Federal Communications Commission; and oversee the
development and implementation of radio equipment and maintenance records.
Research and prepare a variety of technical and administrative reports,forms,correspondence, and
related documentation;prepare and present a variety of reports to department and City leadership,
City Council, and the public.
Respond to difficult community concerns and requests for information as appropriate.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees
including leadership in other departments, and the public using principles of good customer
service.
Represent the division and department to outside agencies and organizations;participate in outside
community and professional groups and committees, including participation in the Sonoma
County Public Safety Consortium for County-wide technology and information sharing; provide
technical assistance as necessary.
Plan, coordinate, and oversee social media and community engagement activities.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities:
Oversee, organize, and direct the operations and activities of the Technical Services Division.
Manage, direct, and coordinate the work of supervisory, professional, technical, and support
personnel.
Provide administrative, management, and professional leadership for the division and department.
Evaluate and develop improvements in operations,procedures,policies, and methods.
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Police Technical Services Manager
Manage, train, and evaluate employees; mentor and develop the workforce of the division.
Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures,
and standards relevant to assigned functions.
Represent the City, or department, in contacts with representatives of other agencies, City
departments, and the public.
Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and sound judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal
guidelines.
Operate office equipment, including computers, and specialized software applications including
Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Effectively present information to senior management, public groups, and the City Council
Prepare and present clear and concise technical and administrative reports.
Communicate clearly and concisely, 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 regularly required to sit;use the computer,
keyboard, and mouse; operate office equipment requiring repetitive arm/hand movement; use
hands to finger,handle, or feel;reach and pull 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. The employee will generally work in an office
environment where the noise level is usually moderate; frequently be exposed to outside weather
conditions; and may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
The incumbent must be available to be called for local emergencies and work irregular or extended
hours to attend various meetings, and work with constant interruptions.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of assigned programs including public safety communications, records,
and information systems.
Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation
of programs, policies, and operational needs of the assigned programs.
Public safety systems and practices, including CAD, RMS, MDC, AFR, AVL emergency
telephone and radio systems, and California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System
(CLETS) and National Crime Information Center(NCIC).
Resources and practices associated with National Emergency Number Association (NENA), the
Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO), California CLETS User Group
(CCUG), and California Law Enforcement Association of Records Supervisors (CLEARS).
Principles, laws, policies, methods, practices, and regulations pertaining to the dispatch of
emergency police, fire, and medical services.
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Police Technical Services Manager
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, rules, and procedures
relevant to division operations including property and evidence and the release, retention, and
purge of information and records, including the Public Records Act and Federal Communications
Commission.
Budgeting procedures and techniques.
Methods and techniques related to internal investigations and response to community complaints.
Principles and practices of effective customer service and community interface.
Principles and practices of leadership, supervision, training, and personnel management.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software
applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
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 from an accredited college or university with major course work in business
administration,public administration,criminal justice,or a closely related field.A Master's degree
is highly desirable.
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in a public safety communications or records
operation; at least two years of experience must be in a supervisory capacity.
Certifications/Licenses:
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license, or the ability to obtain the license.
Possession of one or more of the following certificates issued by the California State Commission
on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) is desirable: Dispatcher, Civilian Supervisor,
Instructor, Records Supervisor, or a related certification.
Additional Requirement
Must be willing to respond to local emergencies and work irregular or extended hours.
Established: 10/3/2022
Resolution#:
Department: Police
FLSA Status: Exempt
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