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Home My WebLink About1981-01-20; City Council; 6485; Amending Classification and Salary Plansr CITY OF CARLSDAD Initial DATE:-- JANUARY 20. 1981 '- --- C. att:y.- , S DEPARTMENT: PERSONNEL _ _ C. 14gr. Subject: AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY PLAN. Statement vY the Matter. City staff has analyzed the organization of the Building Department and is proposing to amend the Classification and Salary Plans in order to reorganize the Department. The existing classification of Building Inspector and Plan /Check Inspector would be deleted and three new classifications, Building Inspector I, Building Inspector II, and Building Inspector III would be created. Building Inspector I would be an entry level trainee position. Building Inspector II would be the journey, level position. Building Inspector III would be a supervisory classification. There,are currently six Inspector positions authorized in the budget. It is proposed that the budget be amended as follows: Current Budget Amended Budget 1 - Plan Check Inspector 2 - Building -inspector III 5 - Building Inspectors 3 - Building Inspector II T—Total 1 - Building Inspector I 7—Total The five existing Building Inspectors would be reclassified as Building Inspector II. The Building Inspector I and III position would be filled by examination when needed. The proposed organization of the Building Department is shown in Exhibit 2. Fiscal Impact The proposed changes will not require an additonal appropriation this fiscal year since the increase cost can be funded from salary savings. The net cost of this change will be $500 for the balance of the fiscal year. Exhibits i 1. Memo to City Manager, dated December 3, 1980. 2. Proposed Building Department Organizational Chart. 3. Resolution No. le 411 . Recommendation Adopt Resolution No. (J Council Action: 1-20-81 Council adopted Resolution 6411. MEMORANDUM DATE December 3, 1980 TO City Manager FROM . Personnel Director SUBJECT: BUILDING DEPARTMENT REORGANIZATION Background In August, 1979, City Council adopted Resolution No. 5869 establishing the Classification Plan for Miscellaneous Employees. When adopted, staff was aware that classification modifications within the Building Department would be needed. Building and Personnel Department staff have developed a proposal which, if adopted, will meet current Building Department needs. The proposal has also attempted to anticipate future plan check and inspection activities. This proposal does not require additional positions, merely reassignment of existing budgeted positions. Recommendation Staff recommends adoption of the following classifications and appropriate salary ranges: 1. Building Inspector I $558.42 - $664.35 2. Building Inspector II $694.44 - $830.45 3. Building Inspector III $794.21 - $951.40 i DiRcussion Currently there is one miscellaneous classification of Building a Dul 7 a ' I t0ro are , Inspector, 5.4 budgeted p08JLLJL0HS. uuix..i.,y^ n^op;:c.,,�.. responsible for providing field inspection services. The current classification requires three years of experience and equivalent to a high school diploma. it is proposed that this position remain as is with the exception of providing a new title, that of Building Inspector II. This position will also be integrated with the proposed classification of Building Inspector I so as to maintain conformance with the entire classification plan. The position of Building Inspector I is proposed for several reasons. This classification is designed to provide entry level duties into the Building Department. This conforms with the training concept utilized in the current classification plan. Thus, an employee may be hired with minimal qualifications (equivalent to a high school diploma, supplemented by construc- tion related college level courses) and be trained to meet specific needs of Carlsbad's Building Department. Additionally, -2- employees within this classification will be hired at a lower pay rate. Anticipating future needs, it is expected that within two to five years developmental growth will necessitate two or three additional, fully trained building inspectors. Staff further recommends adopting a supervisory position of Building Inspector III. This process involves deletion of the current Plan Check/Inspector classification. The Plan Check/ Inspector position has been vacant for approximately six months for it was not directly meeting departmental needs. Ray Green was the last employee to fill the Plan Check/Inspector position. The Building Inspector III classification places greater emphasis on supervision of office operation and field inspection duties. Building Inspector III is expected to perform minor plan check responsibilities. Current plan check responsibilities are per- formed on a consultant basis. The current budget provides for one Plan/Check Inspector and 5 Building Inspectors positions. The proposed organization would require an amendment to the budget to provide two Building Inspector III positions, three Building Inspector II positions, and one Building Inspector I positions. The flange would create an additional cost due to the creation of an additional supervisory position. JEROME N. PIETI JNP/jm Building Department Organizational Chart Building Department Building �retary Official Building _ Building Inspector III Inspector III Field Assignment Office Assignment l Building Building ' Inspector II Inspector II -T i Building Contract Inspector II Plan Checker t Building 4 Inspector I Clerk Typist II f Building Clerk Typist II Inspector I ( A ) 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 RESOLUTION NO. 6411 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSI- FICATION AND SALARY PLAN OF THE CITY TO INCLUDE THE CLASSIFICATIOaS OF BUILDING INSPECTOR I AN6 II, AND BUILDING INSPECTOR ill, RECLASSIFYING CERTAIN POSITIONS, AND AMENDING THE 1980-81 OPERATING BUDGET. I— WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends and the City Council zoncurs, that the classifications of Building Inspector I, Building Inspector II, and Building Inspector III should be included in the, 10 ity's Classification and Salary Plan. 21 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the 1 ity of Carlsbad, California, as f6llows: 13 1. That the above recitations are true and correct. 14 2. That the City Council authorizes and directs the City 15 anager to add the clapsification of Building Inspector I, 16 uilding Inspector II, and Building Inspector III as described 17 in r:tachment A, attached hereto and..nade a part thereof. 18 3. That the -City Council authorizes and directs the City 19 14anager to add the titles of Building Inspector I, Building 20 Inspector II, and Building Inspector III to the appropriate city 21 Salary Plan as shown on Attachment B, attached hereto and made a 22 art thereof. 23 4. That the current incumbents of the position of Building 24Inspectors are hereby reclassified as Building Inspector II. 25 5. That the Building Department 1980-81 Operating Budget 26 is hereby amended as shown on Attachment C, attached hereto and 27 made a part thereof. 28 // 1 PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the 2 Carlsbad City Council held on the'�fth `' day of January . 19811 S by the following vote, to wit: 4 AYES: Council Members Packard, Casler, Anear, Lewis and Kulchin 5 NOES: None 6 ABSENT: None 7 8 RONALD C. PACKARD, Mayor 9 TiEST: 10 LETHA L. RAUTENKRANZ, City Clerk 12 (SEAL) 13 14 15 16 ' 17 18 • 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 , 28 ATTACHMENT A Resolution No. 641-1 BUILDING INSPECTOR I BUILDING INSPECTOR II DEFINITION Under general direction, to inspect buildings and structures at various stages of construction, alteration and repair; to assist in the review of building plans and specifications; to enforce•building, plumbing, electrical, and zoning codes and laws; and to do related work as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Building Inspector I: Building Inspector I is the entry level class in the Building Inspection series for which prior building inspection work experience is not required. Incumbents in this class are expected to learn the office and field operations of the department, under the supervision of Building Inspector IIls, eventually qualifying for advancement to Building Inspector II. Incumbents may need to take related colleg courses on their own time. Building Inspector II-: Positions in this class are normally filled by advancement from the lower grade of Building Inspector I, or., when filled,from the outside, require prior building inspection experience: Work in this class is distinguished from that of Building Inspector I by the greater complexity of the work assignments; greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to woik; and the broader level of knowledge of.code requirements and city policies and procedures which a Building Inspector II is expected to utilize. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Make field inspections of industrial, commercial,and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling. Issue permits for work to be performed. i Inspect foundation, cement, framing, plastering, plumbing, heating, and electrical installations. Assist in the checking of building plans. Check stud, joist, rafter spacing and other structural member factors. Examine grade, quality and treatment of lumber, cement, lath, wire, and composition. ; i .Assure proper cleanup and installation of steps, landings, rails, and other safety factors. Make field review of plans and specifications. Perform office plan check of residential structures. Building Inspector I Building Inspector II (cont.) Ascertain conformancetiwith Uniform Building Code and pertinent provisions of state and county health ordinances.. Confer with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and office. ;Explain and interpret requirements and restrictions. Keep "records and prepare reports. Coordinate plan review with -other city departments and divisions, and with outside agencies. QUALIFICATIONS Building Inspector I Knowledge of: Building tools and materials, accepted safety standards, and methods of building construction. Possible defects and faults in construction. Ability to: Read and interpret building plans, specifications, and building codes. Maintain cooperative working relations with builders, contractors, and the general public. .Make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately,. Learn proper methods of building construction and inspection. Building Inspector II In addition to the qualifications for Building Inspector I: Rnowledge of: :wilding and related codes and ordinances enforceable by the city, specifically Uniform Building'Codes, zor.ing ordinances, and state ana county health codes. Principles and techniques of building inspection work. Ability to: Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials,.and detects deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices. Advise on standard construction methods and requirements. •'Building inspector I Building Inspector II (cont.) Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact. Experience and Education: Building Inspector I: Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by callege level courses in engineering, architecture, or. construction inspection.. Building.Inspector II: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and -abilities would be,: Experience Three years of responsible journey experience in a variety of building construction work or related inspection work. Education Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Necessary Special Requirement - Buildinq Inspector I and_II: Possession of a valid Class III California driver's license. BUILDING INSPECTOR III DEFINITION Under general direction, to supervise building inspectors, perform difficult•or problem building inspections. Enforce regulations governing structural, housing, electrical, and plumbing construction; review plans and issue building permits; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class receive direction from the Building Official and are responsible for the direct supervision of building inspectors. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Assign and supervise the work of building inspectors. Coordinate and participate in plan checking work; to receive, check, and approve or disapprove plans submitted. Perform field inspections on complex industrial, commercial, and residential structures. Explain and interpret requirements and restrictions. Confer with engineers,•architects, coni:ractor's,,homeowners, and others, concerning building problems or requirements. Provide technical assistance to building inspectors. Coordinate inspection activities with other departments and agencies. interpret building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes and develop procedures for enforcement. Review new materials and methods of construction for compliance with existing codes. Keep inspection records and prepare departmental reports. Ascertain conformance with adopted codes and ordinances. May serve as Acting Building Official as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: . Building tools and materials, accepted safety standards, and methods of building construction. Building and related codes and ordinances enforceable by the city, specifically uniform building codes, zoning ordinances, and state and county health codes. I E 11 BLIding Inspector III (cont.) Principles and techniques of building inspection work. Ability to: Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine workmanship and materials, and detect deviations from plans, regulations and standard construction practices. Read and interpret building plans, specifications, and building codes. Advise on standard construction methods and requirements. Make ari,thmetical�computations rapidly and accurately. Maintain cooperative working relations with builders, contractors, and the general public. Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact. a Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff. Experience and Education Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience Five years experience performing general building inspection work, preferably including some supervisory experience. Education Equivalent to completion of an AA degree in construction inspec- tion, civil or structural engineering or architecture. Necessary Special Requirement Possession of an appropriate California driver's license. ,",TTACHMENT B A 1 1 ,T �soluLion Nn. LY . MISCELLANEOUS EMPLOYEE.CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE SCHEDULE CLASSIFICATION RANGE CLASSIFICATION RANGE ACCOUNT CLERK I 17 MAINTENANCE WORKER I 21 ACCOUNT CLERK II 21 METER READER/REPAIRER I 21 ; ACCOUNTANT 35 METER READER/REPAIRER II 25 ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN 24 METER SHOP SUPERVISOR 37 ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER P42 PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II 25 ASSISTANT PLANNER P37 PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER III 29 ' -ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER P49 PARK SUPERVISOR- 37 'ASSOCIATE PLANNER P45 PLANNING TECHNICIAN 28 AUDIO VISUAL SPECIALIST P38 RECEPTIONIST CLERK 15 € BUILDING INSPECTOR I 28 RECREATION SUPERVISOR I 29 BUILDING INSPECTOR II 38 RECREATION SUP.F:RVISOR II 32' BUILDING INSPECTOR III 44 SANITATION SUPERVISOR 37 BUILDING MAINTENANCE CARPENTER 28 SECRir'i RY I 23 4 CLERK TYPIST I 15 SECRETARY II 25 ; CLERK TYPIST II 17 SECRETARY/BOOKKEEPER 24 p CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 38 SECRETARY TO CITY ATTORNEY 29 6 CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR 46 SECRETARY TO CITY MANAGER 29 CUSTODIAN 16 SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 42 DEPUTY CITY CLERK 25 SEWER MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 37 =� DEVELOP. PROCESS. COORDINATOR 29 STENO CLERK I 17 ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I 27 STENO CLERA-II MAINTENANCE'WORKER II 19 25 ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN,II 34' STREET EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I 28 STREET"MAINTENANCE WORKER III 30 EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II 30 STREET MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 37 EQUIPMENT MECHANIC LEADWORKER 35 SWEEPER OPERATOR 29 EQUIPMENT SERVICE WORKER 21 TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER 51 > LIBRARY ASSISTANT I 24 'TREE TRIMMER I 23 LIBRARY ASSISTANT II 29 TREE TRIMMER II 27' LIBRARY CLERK I 21 TREE TRIMMER LEADWORKER, 31 LIBRARY CLERK II 23 UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER II 25 LIBRARIAN I P30 UTILITY MAINTENANCE.WORKER III 30 LIBRARIAN II P36 UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR II 27 LIBRARIAN III P38 ' UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR III 29 MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN I 28 WATER MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 37 MPINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN II 30 WATER PUMP SUPERVISOR 37 ATTACHMENT A n....w..w. RESOLUTION NO. 6411 The Building Department Budget salaries account (1-118-1110) is amended to provide the following positions. POSITION TITLE NUMBER OF POSITIONS Building Official 1 Building Inspector III 2 Building Inspector II 3 'Building Inspector I 1 Secretary II 1 Clerk Typist II 2 ! 10 4 i i