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AGENDA ITEM
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: VICTORIA CROSS, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
VIA: RICK COLE, CITY MANAGER iW
DATE: MARCH 3, 2003
SUBJECT: UPDATED CLASS SPECIFICATION AND SALARY FOR THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF
PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
RECOMMENDATION
The Personnel Board recommends, pursuant to the City of Azusa Civil Service Rules Section 3.8 and
3.9, that the City Council adopt reclassification of an Associate Director of Parks & Recreation to
Director of Park Planning & Development.
BACKGROUND
On September 16, 2002, the Azusa City Council adopted the re -organization of the Recreation and
Parks Department. As the Department of Recreation and Family Services was established to
incorporate the Recreation function and Senior Services division within the City, the responsibilities of
park master planning and development were assigned to the classification formerly titled Associate
Director of Recreation & Parks.
The attached class specification reflects the enhanced duties, responsibilities and accountability
required at the Director/executive management level. The class specification was retooled to describe
the actual functions and responsibilities related to park master planning and park
improvement/development. This position will continue to serve as an advisor and/or liaison to the
Parks and Recreation Commission and the City Council and continue to report directly to the City
Manager and/or Assistant City Manager.
This position and benefits will remain assigned under the Compensation and Benefits Memorandum
covering Executive Management positions. The monthly salary range for this position is recommended
at $5,514.60 - $6,703.02 (formerly Associate Director $4,883.15 - $5,935.51). This action
represents a 12.9% increase in salary as a result of this reclassification.
FISCAL IMPACT
The fiscal impact for the reclassification of the Director of Park Planning & Development is $4,800 for
the remainder of the 2002-2003 fiscal year. The total amount of the Recreation reorganization is
$ 27,800.
Exhibits: Director of Park Planning & Development - Class Specification and Salary Resolution
RESOLUTION NO.
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 PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
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 Park Planning & Development,
under the Salary and Benefits Memorandum covering Executive Management; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that the appropriate compensation for this position is as follows:
Monthly Salary (effective 03/03/03)
Director of Park Planning & Development: $5,514.60 - $6,703.02
Range: 3427 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
$5,514.60 $5,790.31 $6,079.83 $6,383.86 $6,703.02
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Azusa does hereby
adopt the above salary range for the classifications of Director of Park Planning & Development,
thereby amending the City's Position Classification Plan.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Azusa at a regular meeting held on the 3rd
day of March 2003.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted at a regular meeting of said
City Council on the 3rd day of March 2003, by the follow roll call vote:
AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
Date Adopted:
Class Code:
CITY OF AZUSA
DIRECTOR OF PARK PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
DEFINITION
Under general administrative direction, plans, develops and advocates the City's parks, open space and public access lands;
implements City policies and establishes procedures related to parks, open space and public access lands; develops and
administers the park improvement and development budget; establishes and maintains liaison with the public, public
agencies and private organizations; serves as staff person to the City Council, Commissions and related committees;
performs other related duties as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This position reports to the City Manager and provides leadership to the staff, projects and contractors in the planning and
development of the City's park and open space. The incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgment common
sense and initiative in establishing efficient and effective capital operations consistent with City Council policies and
administrative guidelines established by the City Manager. The incumbent must also function as a member of the City
management team and participate actively in addressing issues of concern to the City which at times may not have a direct
impact on area of specialization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Assume full management responsibilities for park, open space and public access land planning and development.
Manage the development and implementation of park and open space goals through the development and renovation of
parks and open space.
Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and/or procedures; assess
and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for
improvement; direct the implementation of changes.
Represent and promote the department to other City departments, elected officials, outside agencies and/or commissions
and boards; explain and interpret park planning and development projects, policies, and vision; negotiate and resolve
sensitive, significant, and controversial issues with confidentiality and tact.
Plan, direct, and coordinate the park planning and development work plan, meet with management staff to identify and
resolve problems; establish projects and visibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures.
Manage and participate in the development and administration of the operation budget, direct the forecast of additional
funding through grants, gifts, etc.; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; direct the preparation of and
implement budgetary adjustments as necessary.
Coordinate park and open space education with those of other departments and outside agencies, related organizations and
the community.
Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations and operational studies; recommend modifications to park
planning and development projects, policies and procedures as appropriate.
Serve as advisor/liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission and the City Council.
Supervise and coordinate the administration of park planning and development operation.
Administer the preparation and implementation of the City's Park Master Plan.
Participate on a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of
new trends and innovations in the field of recreation and senior services.
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Class Specification
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (continued)
Manage the preparation and administration of grants and other proposals which provide funding on an annual basis.
Develops, manages and fosters the joint use of school district facilities at accessible parkland.
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 necessary for
satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or
university with major course work in recreation, public administration, landscape architecture, park administration, business
administration or a related field; and five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public parks
administration, recreation or community services which would have included experience in administration of a variety of park
administration, recreation, and community services programs. A Master's degree is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of operational characteristics, services, and activities of comprehensive park planning and development
programs; organization and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of park planning and
development programs, policies, and operational needs; modern and complex principles and practices of park planning and
development projects; development and administration; advanced principles and practices of municipal budget preparation
and administration; federal and state regulations related to funding and grants proposals; principles of supervision, training,
and performance evaluation; pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations; safe driving principles and
practices; community organization and methods for assessing and stimulating meaningful public interest and participation.
Ability to provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the operation which includes park planning and
development and related projects; develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing
effective and efficient park and open space; plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory,
professional, technical, administrative support and clerical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility; select, supervise,
train, and effectively evaluate staff; identify and respond to park, open space and public access issues and City Manager
concerns and needs; prepare clear and concise administrative reports; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions,
project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of recreation goals; research,
analyze, and evaluate new park and open space methods, procedures and techniques; allocate limited resources in a cost
effective manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish; maintain and foster positive and
harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; serve as contracting liaison to the Parks and
Recreation Commission and/or related commission/boards; serve as staff to the City Council and City Manager; attend
meetings and events on evenings and/or weekends/holidays; operate a compute and utilize a variety of software programs;
deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; handle confidential matters with discretion and tact;
perform other related duties as required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of and the ability to successfully maintain an appropriate, valid driver's license. Ability to work in a standard
office environment and the ability to travel to different sites and locations.
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