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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda packet - June 27 2006 - PB r AZUSA AGENDA PERSONNEL BOARD REGULAR MEETING NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC - All written documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the agenda, which is not confidential,is available in the Human Resources Office for public inspection. Any person who has a question concerning any agenda item may call the Director of Human Resources/Personnel Officer Cathy Hanson, Extension 5183, to make inquiry concerning the nature of the item described on the agenda. DATE: June 27, 2006 TIME: 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: WEST WING CONFERENCE ROOM 213 EAST FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, AZUSA, CALIFORNIA 1. CALL TO ORDER: Chair Jake Bushey 2. ROLL CALL: Personnel Board Members 0 Jake Bushey, Chair 0 Frank Allen, Vice Chair 0 Joseph Guarrera OLeslie Dierking 0 Uriel Macias Others Present 0 Cathy Hanson, Director of Human Resources/Personnel Officer 0 Others 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: June 13, 2006 4. CLOSED SESSION: A. Hearing- Discuss Scheduling dates of Hearing (Pursuant to,Ca1.Gov.Code,'54957): 5. OPEN SESSION: A. New Position:(pursuant to (pursuant to the Azusa Municipal Code, Chapter 2- Administration, Article V-Boards and Commissions, Division 4-Personnel Board, Section 2- 411-Duties (which states that, "The Power and the Functions of the Board shall be to . . . recommend all salaries to the Council"); and Sections 3.3 Preparation and Content of Class Specification and 3.7 New Position of the Rules of the Civil Service System) - Community Service Officer - Field B. New Position:(pursuant to (pursuant to the Azusa Municipal Code, Chapter 2- Administration, Article V-Boards and Commissions, Division 4-Personnel Board, Section 2- 411-Duties (which states that, "The Power and the Functions of the Board shall be to . . . recommend all salaries to the Council"); and Sections 3.3 Preparation and Content of Class Specification and 3.7 New Position of the Rules of the Civil Service System) - Community Service Officer -Administrative C. Recruitment Request: OPEN Competitive (pursuant to Section 5.5.2 Open Competitive Examinations of the Rules of the Civil Service System) - Recreation Superintendent H. Personnel Action Report - Informational I. Recruitment Progress Report - Informational J. PUBLIC COMMENT: Person/group will be limited to five (5) minute maximum time to orally present their purpose. K. COMMENTS, UPDATES AND/OR REPORTS: PERSONNEL BOARD MEMBERS AND/OR STAFF. L. ADJOURNMENT Date Adopted: Class Code: 7325 CITY OF AZUSA POLICE DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER- FIELD DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs a variety of non-hazardous operational/field support duties. It is a non-sworn, non-peace officer assignment, assigned to a division of the Police Department; performs related clerical tasks; performs related duties as required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The Community Service Officer- Field performs a variety of tasks within the guidelines of non- hazardous duty assignments related to prevention of crime and the protection of property. Incumbents will be assigned to the Operations Division within the Police Department as designated by the Chief of Police. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Operations Division Assignment The field CSO operates a marked police vehicle enforcing parking laws and issues parking citations. Performs traffic control; assists stranded motorists; initiates impound actions on abandoned vehicles; reports observed traffic hazards; investigates traffic collisions. May have to perform first aid and/or CPR. Investigates and writes crime reports relating to, but not limited to, burglaries, thefts, malicious mischief, missing persons, and other crimes when no suspects are present; investigates complaints of parking violations and cites violators when appropriate. Investigates crimes, collects and preserves evidence in accordance with established procedures; investigates violations of Azusa Municipal Codes and cites violators when appropriate; serves subpoenas and appears in court as required. Assists with crime prevention and community relation programs for neighborhoods, including schools and businesses; develops material for presentations; writes articles, bulletins, educational booklets and newsletters; responds to requests for information; assists with exhibits or station tours; makes presentations on crime prevention including bicycle safety, pedestrian safety, personal and home protection and other areas of community oriented policing. Additional duties or details may include assisting on driver's license, and or driving under the influence (DUI) check points. Page 1 of 3 III Class Specification Community Services Officer- Field May be assigned administrative-Aides as required see below: Administrative Division Assignments Assists with crime prevention and community relations programs for neighborhoods, schools, and businesses; develops materials for presentations; writes articles, bulletins, educational booklets, and newsletters; responds to requests for information; assists with exhibits or station tours; makes presentations on crime prevention including bicycle safety, personal and home protection, and other areas. Collects and preserves evidence in accordance with established procedures; inventories, tags, and disposes of evidence and found property, and maintains security; releases evidence to court or other parties; transports evidence to the crime laboratory for analysis. Assists with training of sworn and non-sworn staff. Makes travel arrangements; develops and presents training materials to police department staff; coordinates the police department background investigative process; may be responsible for vehicle maintenance. Assists in detective bureau acting as court liaison and assisting with case filing. Maintains records, prepares reports and performs a variety of clerical duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned. 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 graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of varied specialized clerical experience and public contact work. College level courses in Police Science or related field are desirable. Knowledge, Skills,Abilities Some knowledge of related department policies, rules laws and regulations; report writing procedures; general office procedures. Skill in the operation of a typewriter or computer equipment, at an acceptable rate. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; interpret apply and explain department policies, rules, laws and regulations; learn radio codes and to operate a police radio; learn vehicle and penal codes; meet the public in situations requiring diplomacy and tact; deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; represent the City in a variety of meetings; write clear and accurate reports; use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; perform a variety of clerical duties. Understand and follow verbal and written directions; observe and accurately recall names, faces, and details of incidents; work independently; learn state and local laws and apply to a given set of circumstances; work varied hours of shift work. Must be flexible to hold over after hours if needed to fill in shifts or on emergency basis. Page 2 of 3 Special Requirements: Possession of or ability to obtain a class C California driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Must be able to pass the American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification class. Must be able to pass oleoresin capsicum (OC; aka pepper spray) training. Must attend training in bio- chemical warfare and have the ability to put on and take off a chemical suit. Must be 18 years of age at time of appointment. Must be free of felony convictions. Page 3 of 3 Date Adopted: Class Code: 7325 CITY OF AZUSA COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER-ADMINISTRATION DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs a variety of non-hazardous non-operational field support duties as a non-sworn, non-peace officer in an assigned division of the Police Department; performs related clerical tasks; performs related duties as required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The Community Services Officer-Administration performs a variety of tasks within the guidelines of non- hazardous non-operational/filed duty assignments related to prevention of crime and the protection of property. Incumbents will be assigned to the Administrative Division within the Police Department as designated by the Chief of Police. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Administrative Division Assignments Assists with crime prevention and community relations programs for neighborhoods, schools, and businesses; develops materials for presentations; writes articles, bulletins, educational booklets, and newsletters; responds to requests for information; assists with exhibits or station tours; makes presentations on crime prevention including bicycle safety,personal and home protection,and other areas. Collects and preserves evidence in accordance with established procedures;inventories,tags,and disposes of evidence and found property, and maintains security; releases evidence to court or other parties; transports evidence to the crime laboratory for analysis. Assists with training of sworn and non-sworn staff. Makes travel arrangements; develops and presents training materials to police department staff; coordinates the police department background investigative process; may be responsible for vehicle maintenance. Assists in detective bureau acting as court liaison and assisting with case filing. Maintains records, prepares reports and performs a variety of clerical duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS These are position functions which may be 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 Page 1 of 2 Class Specification Community Services Officer-Administration necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of varied specialized clerical experience and public contact work. College level courses in Police Science or a related field are desirable. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Some knowledge of related department policies, rules, laws, and regulations; report writing procedures; general office procedures. Skill in the operation of a typewriter or word processing equipment at an acceptable rate. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; interpret, apply, and explain department policies, rules, laws, and regulations; learn radio codes and to operate a police radio; meet the public in situations requiring diplomacy and tact; deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; represent the City in a variety of meetings;write clear and accurate reports; use correct English grammar, punctuation,and spelling;perform a variety of clerical duties;understand and follow verbal and written directions; observe and accurately recall names, faces, and details of incidents; work independently; learn state and local laws and apply to a given set of circumstances; work shifts as required. Special Requirements Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age at time of appointment. Must be free of felony convictions. Page 2 of 2