HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 01-C057• RESOLUTION NO. 01-057•
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
AMENDING THE CITY'S CLASSIFICATION PLAN AND ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION
FOR THE CLASSIFICATION OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
WHEREAS, the Municipal Code and Civil Services Rules of the City of Azusa require that
amendments or revisions to the Position Classification Plan be approved by Resolution of the City
Council; and,
WHEREAS, it has been determined that the classification of Director of Public Works under
Executive Management Positions; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that the appropriate compensation for the position
of Director of Public Works is:
Monthly Salary (effective 7/01/01)
Range: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
$7289 $7653 $8036 $8438 $8860
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Azusa does
hereby adopt the above salary range for the classification of Director of Public Works, thereby
amending the City's Position Classification Plan.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Counci f the ' of usa at a re meeting held
on the 2nd day of July 2001. /f
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
ATTEST: /
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF AZUS
STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES)
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted at a regular meeting
of said City Council on the 2"d day of April 2001, by the follow roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Hardison, Stanford, Rocha, Chagnon
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Madrid
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS None
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CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
Date Adopted:
Class Code:
CITY OF AZUSA
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
DEFINITION
Under general administrative direction to plan, direct, manage and be responsible for stewardship over the
city's physical environment, including but not limited to streets, parks, storm drains, fleet, buildings/facilities
and maintenance activities in the Public Works Department.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single position classification that reports directly to the Director of Utilities and manages the Public
Works Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Advocates and strategically plans for the City's physical quality of life and public facilities, while exercising
responsible stewardship of the natural environment.
Directs the maintenance and repairs to streets, right-of-ways, parks, sewer systems, fleet, drainage, facilities
and buildings.
Continuously monitors and evaluates work methods and operations; plans and schedules department activity;
prepares, estimates and monitors construction, maintenance and operating costs; evaluates departmental
policies, procedures and services to determine effectiveness; implements changes to increase effectiveness
to meet department objectives.
Attends and participates in City Council meetings, Commission meetings and represents the City in all
significant public relation matters related to Public Works functions; communicates with outside governmental
agencies in order to ensure compliance with a variety of regulations, local, state, and federal laws.
Manages and participates in the development and administration of the Public Works Department budget;
directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; develops long-
range and short-term public works maintenance objectives; prepares the department budget and controls
expenditures of allocated funds.
Selects, trains and motivates staff; plans, organizes and assigns work; develops and establishes work
methods and standards; directs staff training and development; works with staff to correct deficiencies;
reviews and evaluates staff performance; implements disciplinary action and termination procedures.
Explains and interprets Public Works Department programs, policies and activities; negotiates and resolves
sensitive, significant and controversial issues.
Plans, directs and coordinates the Public Works Department's work plan; meets with management staff to
identify and resolve problems; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; reviews and
evaluates work methods and procedures.
Negotiates contract extensions, amendments, and related changes for contract services.
Coordinates Public Works Department activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and
organizations.
Provides staff assistance to the City Manager and City Council; prepares and presents staff reports and
related correspondence.
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PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Class Specification
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Continued)
Participates on boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; keeps
current of new trends and innovations in the field of public works.
Maintains a commitment to environmental best practices and a passion for excellence.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
These are position functions which maybe changed, deleted or reassigned to accommodate an individual with
a disability.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities
necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include a Bachelor's degree in
Public Administration, Engineering, Public Works, Business Administration or closely related field
AND five (5) years of increasingly responsible construction and/or public works management
experience. -
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
Thorough working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of business and personnel
management, construction and maintenance cost analysis, fleet, sewer systems, streets, parks and
building/facilities maintenance; methods techniques and practices employed in public works design
and construction, including methods, procedures and materials; cost accounting; management,
supervision and training principles and techniques; budgetary, work planning and time/material cost
estimation techniques.
Knowledge of Organization and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of
programs, policies and operational needs; modern and complex principles and practices of program
development and administration; advanced principles and practices of municipal budget preparation
and administration; principles of management, supervision, training and performance evaluation;
pertinent local, State and Federal laws, codes and regulations; and safe driving practices and
principles.
Ability to provide administrative leadership and direction for the Public Works Department; develop,
implement and administer goals, objectives and procedures for providing effective and efficient public
works services; plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of management, supervisory,
professional, technical and clerical staff; delegate authority and responsibility; select, supervise, train
and evaluate staff; identify and respond to community and City Council issues, concerns and needs;
analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and
implement recommendations in support of goals; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and
in writing; prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports; prepare and administer large
and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner; research, analyze and
evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures and techniques; and establish, maintain and
foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving
record.
Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
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SALARY SURVEY
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Completed June 2001
Survey City:
Position Title:
Monthly Salary Range:
Arcadia
Public Works Services Director
$7,275 - $9,048
Covina
Public Works Director
$6,520 - $7,925
Burbank
Public Works Director
$8,475 - $10,297
La Verne
Director of Public Works
$6,505 - $7,907
Monterey Park
Public Works Director/ City Engineer
$7,668 - $9,810
AVERAGE: $7,289 - $8,997
PROPOSED MONTHLY SALARY RANGE
FOR DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS: $7,289 - 8,860