HomeMy WebLinkAboutV(G) Approval and Acceptance of New and Revised Job Descriptions Agenda 10-07-2003
Mayor center of Good Lig Commissl&nrrP
S. Scott Vandergrift Danny Howell, District 1
Scott Anderson, District 2
City Manager ` Rusty Johnson, District 3
Jim Gleason Nancy J. Parker, District 4
STAFF REPORT
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Fran Diedrich, Human Resources Director
DATE: October 7, 2003
RE: New and Revised Job Descriptions
ISSUE
Two new job descriptions and one revised job description are included in the approved annual
budget for FY 2003/04.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
New and revised job descriptions are reviewed and approved by the City Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of the new and revised job descriptions for the positions of Battalion
Chief, Plans Examiner/Building Inspector, and Zoning Inspector in connection with the approved
annual budget for the City.
BATTALION FIRE CHIEF
MAJOR FUNCTION
This is responsible managerial work directing firefighting
activities, including the protection of lives and property, of an
assigned shift in the department . Work is performed under the
general supervision of the Fire Chief and is reviewed through
conferences, review of operations, reports, observation, and by
results obtained.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES
Establishes command and manages the activities of fire companies
to and from a fire and their operation at the scene of a fire and
emergencies. Responsible for day-to-day activities of the fire
stations and supervision of assigned shift personnel . Issues work
assignments. Determines staffing levels. Approves leave requests,
scheduled vacations, and time exchanges in compliance with
Inspects conditions of fire stations and fire apparatus. Enforces
City Personnel Rules and Regulations and union contracts. Provides
recommendations and assists in preparing budget estimates of
anticipated expenditures. Insures compliance with departments
annual budget . Purchases required supplies and equipment . Assists
in formulating policies applicable to bargaining unit employees.
Assists in preparation of the conduct of collective bargaining
negotiations. Engages in hiring, transfer, suspension, lay-off,
recall, promotion, discharge, assignment, overtime, renewal/non
renewal of contracts and adjustment of grievances of personnel .
Conducts employee performance evaluations. Attends departmental
staff meetings and inter-departmental meetings. Makes
recommendations regarding new and revised department policies and
procedures. Relieves company fire officer on arrival at fire and
directs EMS and firefighting activities until relieved of command
by superior fire officer. Assesses, deploys and directs
firefighting resources at the scene of emergencies to effectively
utilize personnel and equipment . Determines the need for
additional companies and calls them into action. Supervises
salvage and overhaul operations. Observes the quality of work
performed by company and station officers; evaluates their
effectiveness during emergencies, station activities, and special
assignments; discusses their performance with superior officers.
Coordinates training on assigned shift. Attends conferences and
seminars. Reviews timesheets for accuracy. Prepares correspondence
and reports.
Performs other assigned duties as required.
Adopted 10-21-03
BATTALION FIRE CHIEF
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
Thorough knowledge of the accepted principles and practices of
fire safety, firefighting tactics, fire prevention, and inspection
techniques. Through knowledge of modern fire suppression and
prevention. Thorough knowledge of fire hazards involved in the
various types of construction and in the storage and use of
flammable liquids and materials. Knowledge of arson detection
procedures. Knowledge of collective bargaining procedures.
Thorough knowledge of the City' s Personnel Rules and Regulations.
Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the fire
department . Knowledge of radio communication procedures.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of fire administration.
Ability to direct and command personnel . Ability to prepare clear
and concise reports. Ability to communicate both orally and in
writing. Ability to remain calm and make decisions quickly during
emergencies. Ability to work with other City Department personnel
and other government agencies.
Minimum Training and Experience
Graduation from an accredited community or junior college with
major course work in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services,
Public Administration and seven (7) years of firefighting
experience, two of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;
or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
State of Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards and State EMT
certification. Possession of an acceptable Florida CDL license.
Adopted 10-21-03
PLANS EXAMINER/BUILDING INSPECTOR
MAJOR FUNCTION
This is advanced technical work performing plans examination and
building inspection. Plan review consists of examination of
applications, plans, and specifications for accuracy and
completeness to insure compliance with all codes, ordinances and
regulations governing construction and maintenance of commercial
and residential buildings, structures and facilities. Inspections
consist of those specified within the scope of licensing
provisions. Position reports to the Building Official with
functional supervision by the Chief Plans Examiner.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES
Reviews permit applications, construction plans, specifications
and other documents as may be required to obtain building permits,
ensure compliance with applicable codes and calculate building
valuations. Provides assistance to the public in making
application for construction or alteration permits. Provides
contractors, architects and engineers, owners and others regarding
compliance and interpretation of building, zoning, accessibility,
and other codes and ordinances enforced by the City. Confers with
the Chief Plans Examiner and Building Official regarding code
interpretation questions. Prepares and maintains technical records
and reports. Inspects work for compliance with adopted
construction codes, drawings and specifications. Meets with
contractors, architects, engineers, owners, and others regarding
compliance with approved plans and specifications resulting from
rejected inspections. Provides advice and assistance to other
department personnel, including code enforcement, on technical
issues.
Performs other assigned duties as required.
MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
Knowledge and ability to read, interpret, and enforce appropriate
codes, technical drawings, plans and blueprints with good
judgment, firmness and impartiality. Considerable knowledge of the
practices, methods, and materials as applied to building
construction. Thorough knowledge of the Florida Building Codes
with the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and
recognize deviations from such plans in building construction and
installation processes. Ability to make on-site building
inspections in accordance with State and City procedures. Ability
to establish and maintain effective working relationships as
necessitated by the work. Ability to learn the use of applicable
computer software and access the Internet for research purposes.
Adopted
PLANS EXAMINER
MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS - Continued
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to sit
for extended periods, climb ladders and scaffolding, and lift and
carry up to 35 pounds. Ability to properly identify colors.
Minimum Training and Experience
High School graduation or equivalency and three (3) years
experience in inspections and/or plan review or as an Architect,
Engineer, Contractor, or Superintendent of construction or an
equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
Possession of a State of Florida Building Plans Examiner' s
certification or the ability to obtain Plans Examiner provisional
certification within four (4) months after hire date. Standard
State of Florida Plans Examiner certification required within two
(2) years of hire date.
Possession of a State of Florida Building Inspector' s
certification or the ability to obtain Building Inspector' s
provisional certification within four (4) months after hire date.
Standard State of Florida Building Inspector' s certification
required within two (2) years of hire date.
Specific time lines for certification will be established based on
qualifications at time of hire.
Possession of a valid Florida Driver' s License.
Adopted
ZONING INSPECTOR
MAJOR FUNCTION
This is administrative and technical field inspection work +r
ensuring compliance with the City' s Code of Ordinances and zoning
eeele3 and regulations, occupational license codes, and—The—Land
Development Code as they relate to construction and land use.
Inspects trees and landscaping for compliance with arbor and
landscape code compliance and provides tree and plant
identification. Work is performed under the general supervision
of the Building Official. ; however, the employee is expected to
exercise independent judgment and initiative in the performance of
daily duties . Work is reviewed through inspection, observation,
conferences, and by results obtained.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES
Assists in the review and evaluation of new and existing site
construction plans for compliance with land use, landscaping,
arbor, building set backs and other zoning related codes,
ordinances and the City Land Development Code. Reviews new
subdivision preliminary plats for conflicts with subdivision
names, street names, and assigns building address numbers in
accordance with the Orange County 911 system. Reviews applications
for occupational licenses to insure the type of business and
location is in compliance with the City zoning codes and reviews
zoning portions of applications for state alcoholic beverage
license. Assist other code enforcement officers as necessary.
Attends meetings as directed when zoning and/or landscape issues
are considered. Provides assistance to the Planning Division in
research of maps and records with reference to zoning and arbor
requirements. Collects, assembles, and analyses data pertaining to
zoning, landscaping, signage and other development regulations and
activities. Investigates reported zoning violations and when
necessary, prepares documents to have violators brought before the
City Code Enforcement Board. Assist other City departments as
required with site development regarding parking, signage,
building set backs, parking layout, arbor and landscaping. Answers
questions from the general public, City staff, developers, and
design professionals with regard to the City Land Development Code
and other related City ordinances. Performs field inspections to
verify compliance with applicable building codes, laws, ordinances
and approved plans. Assists the general public, design
professionals and City staff, regarding arbor issues. Reviews
applications for tree removal, inspects trees to determine what
trees can be removed. Communicates both orally and in writing in a
courteous and professional manner with customer service a primary
concern. Develops and conducts related public education programs.
compliance with zoning, landscaping, buffer yard setback and other
Adopted 10-15-02
Revised 10-07-03
ZONING INSPECTOR
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES CONTINUED
zoning related ordinances and the City' s Land Development Code.
Evaluates and inspect proposed use locations for occupational
license application approval. Answers questions from the general
public, City staff, developers, aiteets, and engineers with
regard to interpretations of the City Land Development Code and
other related City ordinances using courteous and professional
customer service techniques. Collects, assembles, and analyses
data pertaining to zoning, landscaping, signage and other
development regulations and activities. Performs field
inspections to verify compliance with applicable codes, laws,
violations; may issue cease and desist orders when violations
exist; and when necessary, prepares documents to have violator
brought before Municipal Code Enforcement Beard. Attends meetings
when zoning matters are heard, as directed. Conducts field
surveys to update or supplement ether data sources and records.
Provides assistance to Planners in research, maps and records with
reference to zoning and arbor requirements. Maintains up to date
maps and records on current renting from data supplied by the
Planning Division as- areas are rezoned- by the City Commission.
Posts flood plain, tax I . D. , city limit changes as areas are
annexed, subdivisions are developed, scames and numbering
occupational and alcoholic beverage licenses based on zoning use
and classification. Assists customers and City staff regarding
arbor issues. Coordinates site development with regard to
parking, signage, building setback, parking layout, and numbering
with othc -City departments as required. Provides information to
citizens and coordinates with the proper agencies with regard to
subdivisions, planned trait developments, and variance requests.
Develops and conducts related public education programs.
Coordinates with Building Inspection and Code Enforcement
regarding zoning matters, i.e. , street numbers, street names and
subdivisions, etc. Attends Board of Adj-ustment and Appeal
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zoning questions.
Performs other assigned duties as required.
MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Abilities. and Skills
Knowledge of City Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan.
Knowledge of occupational and alcoholic beverage license
requirements. Knowledge of local land use control measures and
subdivision regulations. Knowledge of legal descriptions as
related to enforcement of regulatory codes. Knowledge of the
geography of the City. Ability to assist in land use
Adopted 10-15-02
Revised 10-07-03
administration programs. Ability to readily acquire a working
knowledge of applicable zoning regulations and related
departmental policies and procedures. Ability to ascertain certain
facts for investigation. Ability to understand and effectively
carry out oral and/or written instructions. Ability to
communicate effectively, clearly and concisely, both orally and in
writing. Ability to prepare written reports and keep records.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
as necessitated by the work. Ability to interact with designers,
developers, contractors, and property owners to provide guidance
for compliance of the various codes enforced. Ability to use good
judgment and tact in securing the cooperation and compliance of
citizens, property owners, City staff, and contractors. Ability
to enforce ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and
impartiality.
Minimum Trainina and Experience
Graduation from and accredited two year college or vocational
School High School Diploma or equivalent and three (3) years e-€
revved experience landscape design or maintenance and planning or
+ft zoning compliance. , planning, or building construction or an
equivalent combination of training and experience. Five years
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Plans Examiner, Contractor, Superintendent of construction or an
equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
Possession of a State of Florida Standard Building Inspector
certification or the ability to obtain a provisional Building
Inspector certification within four (4) months after hire date.
Standard State of Florida Building Inspector certification
required within two (2) years after hire date.
Specific time lines for certification will be established based on
qualifications at time of hire.
Possession of an acceptable Florida Driver' s License
Adopted 10-15-02
Revised 10-07-03