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ATG. WG86 MODIFICATION OF PUBLIC
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City Council adopt Resolution No. f7aq modifying the job classification of
certain safety employees to include the statement that the physical fitness
program will be a condition of continuing employment for staff appointed after
August 5, 1986.
ITEM EXPLANATION
On February 4, the City Council approved a contract with Fitness Appraisal to
provide an annual physical fitness program.
agility and medical testing for specific safety employees. Council's action is carried out, the requirements for this testing will be listed as a condition of employment for staff appointed after August 5, 1986.
The program will include physical To ensure that the
The following language will be added to the job classification under "Special
Necessary Requirement":
"As a condition of continued employment, shall
satisfactorily canplete an annual physical fitness
program which will include physical agility and medical
testing authorized by the City Council and prescribed by
the City Manager."
The specific job classifications that will be effected by this requirement are:
Fire Captain
Fire Engineer
Firefighter Paramedic / Firefighter
Police Captain
Police Officer
Police Sergeant
Senior Police Officer
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no significant fiscal impact to adding this requirement to the designed
classification descriptions.
EXHIBITS
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RESOLUTION NO. 8724
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CARSBAD, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING
THE MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN DESIGNATED PUBLIC
SAFETY EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONS
WHEREAS, the City Council has approved the implementation of an annual
required physical agility and medical testing program as a condition of
continued employment for certain public safety classifications; and
WHEREAS, all employees hired after August 5, 1986, in these classification
shall individually, annually, and satisfactorily cunplete a physical agility a
medical testing program as prescribed by the City Manager.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council for the City of Carlsbal
California, as follows:
1. That the abwe recitations are true and correct.
2. That the specific classifications of Fire Captain, Fire Engineer,
Firefighter, ParmediclFiref ighter, Police Officer, Police Sergeant and Senior
Police Officer as described in Attachments A through G are modified to read th
following:
"Necessary Special Requirement
As a condition of continued employment shall
satisfactorily complete an anrrual physical fitness
program which will include physical agility and medical
testing authorized by the City Council and prescribed by
the City Manager."
That the City Council authorizes and directs the City Manager to modi
the specific job classifications, attached hereto and made a part thereof.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Carlsbad City
Council held on the 26th day of August , 1986, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Council Members Casler, Lewis, Kulchin, Chick and Pettine
KRY H. Yh-ER, Mayor
ATTEST:
ALETH9 - L. RAUTENKRPNZ, #= City Clerk
(SEAL)
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Attachment 4
Resolution No. fl&q -
FIRE CAPTAIN
DEFINITION
Under direction, to perform manqlement, supervisory and technical work in fire
fighting, emergency rescue, fire inspection, fire prevention, and fire training
activities; and to do related work as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plan and execute work assignments of fire prevention, fire supwession and
rescue personnel in an assigned canpany.
Respond to fire alarms as canmanding officer, and as such is responsible for the
fire supervision and performance and safety of assigned fire fighting
personnel.
Direct fire fighting, rescue and emergency medical operations until relieved by
a superior officer.
Operate radio-telephone equipment.
Supervise and participate in salvage and overhaul operations.
Supervise and assist in rendering first aid at an emergency incident.
Supervise the assignments and work of emergency medical technicians and
paramedics on an assigned shift basis.
Direct the cleaning of quarters, equipment and apparatus at fire station.
Inspect personnel and maintain discipline.
Instruct personnel in the proper use of safety precautions; assure adherence to
established safety standards in daily opertions involving personnel and
equipment .
Instruct and drill fire department personnel in fire prevention and fire
fighting methods, techniques, and related subjects.
Supervise ad participate in the inspection of buildings and installations for
fire hazards and fire safety systems as required by State laws and City
ordinances.
Assist in planning and conducting the City wide fire prevention progran and
education program.
Assume administrative responsibilities involving the department's budgeting,
purchasing, equipment maintenance, and personnel functions.
Prepare reports and maintain records.
May be required to respond to fire calls during non-duty hours.
. FIRE CAPTAIN, Continued
May serve as a paranedic tern coordinator and supervisor if properly trained, certified and appointed to such duties by the Fire Chief.
Yay be assigned a variety of special assignments involving emergency medical
operations, fire prevention, department canmunications and others,
Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
Selve as Acting Battalion Fire Chief as assigned.
QIJALI FICAT IONS
Knowledge cf.
Principles, practices, and procedures of modern fire fighting , fire prevention
practices, and protection of lives and property.
Rules, regulations, and operational procedures of the Fire Department.
Operation and maintenance of the type of apparatus and equipment used in modern
P ire fighting activities.
First aid and CPR.
Principles of supevision, training, and performance evaluation.
Mechanical, chemical ad related characteristics of a wide variety of flammable ad explosive materials and objects.
Local geography including the location of main and hydrants, GPM (gallons per minute) per capacity, and the mafor fire hazards of the City.
Ability to
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Conduct thqrough fact finding inspection and investigation.
Operate apparatus and equipment used in modern fire fighting activities.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those in the
course of work.
Supervise, train, arrd evaluate assigned staff.
Think and act quickly in emergencies.
Experience and Education
Any cmbinatlon equivalent to experience and education that could likely prwide
the required knowledge and abilit€es would be qualifying.
obtain the knowledge ad abilities would be:
A typical way to
'FIRE CAPTAIN, ContinuLcc
Exper iencz
Four years of municipal fire fighting experience.
Education -
High school dipluna or equivalent, supplemented by the equivalent of 60 units college course work which can be credited toward a mafor in Fire Science.
Necessary Special Requirements . -----A
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
Possession of an Emergency Medical Technician I Certificate.
' Instructor Training No. 1 and No. 2 or equivalent.
As a condition of continued employment, shall satisfactorily ccmplete an annual
physical fitness progran which will include physical agility and medical testing
authorized by the City Council and prescribed by the City Manager.
Attachment i3
Resolution No. mq
FIRE ENGINEER
DEFINITION
Under supervision, to operate and maintain fire trucks, fire fighting and
response equipment, and fire stations; to participate in fire prevention
activities in protecting life ad property; and to do related work as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Drive and operate fire equipment.
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Maintain fire apparatus and other emergency vehicles.
Respond to incidents and select the most direct route to the fire.
Lay hose lines, operate fire fighting and rescue equipment as required.
Man nozzles to direct strean of water on fire.
Assist in overhaul and salvage operations.
Respond to rescue calls and administer first aid.
Operate radio-telephone equipment.
Inspect equipment, perform lubrication, make minor adjustments and repairs, and
maintain fuel and oil supply.
Wash and test fire hoses.
Clean station quarters and equipment and maintain a clean and orderly codition
in and about the fire house.
Study Fire Department rules and regulations, fire hazards, and fire fighting
techniques.
Participate in fire drills and training exercises.
Conduct fire prevention inspection and education prograns.
Prepare reports with respect to equipment maintenance and work operations.
Instruct fire personnel. in the operation and maintenance of fire equipment.
Respond to fire calls during non-duty hours.
Serve as Acting Fire Captain as assigned.
Routine inspection and maintenance of fire hydrants.
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FIRE ENGINEER, Continued
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of
Street system, the physical layout of the City and the location of fire
hydrants, mains, and their fire flow capabilities.
Fire fighting methods and techniques.
Operating and mechanical principles involved in the operation and maintenance of
fire apparatus and equipment.
Fir e hydraulics.
Fire aid and CPR.
Rules, regulations, and operational procedures of the Fire Department.
Ability to
Establish and maintain coopertive relationships with those contact& in the
course of work.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions qrdckly and correctly.
Operate fire equipment and apparatus.
Maintain fire equipment and apparatus.
Think and act quickly in emergencies.
Write clear, concise and accurate reports.
Perform field calculations in hydraulics for proper and safe operations at
emergency scenes.
Experience and Education
Berience
Two years of municipal fire fighting experience.
Education
High school diplana or equivalent. Completion of college level courses or
their equivalent in Fire Science in canpliance with departmental policies. - Necessary Special Requirements -y --
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
Possession of an Emergency Medical Technician I Certificate.
As a condition of continued employment, shall satisfactorily canplete an anrual
physical fitness progran which will include physical agility and medical testing
authorized by the City Council and prescribed by the City Manager.
DEFINITION
Attachment C
Resolution No. 87Jq FIREFIGHTER
Under supervision, to fight fires and to participate in fire prevention
activities in protecting life and property; to operate and maintain fire
fighting and rescue equipment, and fire stations; and to do related work as
assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Serve as hose operator in fire fighting situations including pulling working
lines, manning the nozzle to direct the strean of water on the fire, placing,
raising, lowering, and climbing ladders, and assisting in overhaul and salvage
ope rat io ns .
Respond to rescue calls and administer first aid.
Clean and inspect equipment, perfom lubrication, make adjustments and repairs
to equipment, and maintain fuel and oil supply.
Clean and test fire hoses.
Routine inspection and maintenance of fire hydrants.
Operate radio-telephone equipment.
Study Fire Department rules and regulations, fire hazards, fire fighting
techniques, and related subjects.
Conduct fire prevention inspection and education prograns.
Participate in fire drills and training exercises.
Respond to fire calls during off-duty hours.
Participate in continuous training in fire prevention, inspection and
suppression through both simulated and on-the-job exercises.
May be assigned as a paranedic if properly trained, certified and appointed to
perform such duties by the Fire Chief.
Serve as Acting Fire Engineer or Acting Captain as assigned for emergency relief
purposes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of
Rules, regulations, and operational procedures of the Fire Department.
Ability to
Demonstrate physical endurance, agility and streqth sufficient to meet the
estzblished stardards of the City.
' FIREFIGHTER, Continued
Demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
Learn fire fighting methods ad techniques, the operation of fire fighting
equipment, street location and physical layout of the City, and major traffic and fire hazards.
Think and act quickly in emergencies.
Understand and follow oral and written directions pranptly and accurately.
Deal courteously and effectively with the general public.
Estzblish ad maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Experience and Education
Any ccmbination equivalent to experience and education that could likely prwide
the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.
Necessary Special Requirements
Current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician IA in the State of
California.
Possession of a valid Class 111 California driver's license.
Certification and license must be maintained as a cordition of continued
employment .
As a cordition of continued employment shall satisfactorily canplete an annual
physical fitness progran which will include physical agility and medical testing authorized by the City Council and prescribed by the City Manqer.
Attachment D
Resolution No. mq PARANEDIC/FIREFIGHTER
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, provide basic and advanced life support sezvices to
ill or-injured persons in accordance with the policies established by the
Department of Emergency Medical Services of San Diego County; performs general
duty firefighting and fire prevention activities; and to do other work as
assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Respond to medical emergencies.
Conduct or assist in extrication of trapped persons.
Perform primary ad secodary physical assessment of ill or injured persons.
Perf o rm card iop ulmo nary resusc i tat io n .
Maintain an effective airway for patients with canpranised breathing.
Immobilize injured limbs and spinal vertebra where injury is suspected.
Control bleeding of external iqjuries.
Assist with emergency childbirth.
Provide emotional support to distressed persons.
Administer oxygen to support respiratory fcnctions.
Utilize adjunctive ventilation devices, such as endotracheal tubes.
Apply and utflize pneumatic anti-shock garments.
Analyze electrocnrdiograns and recognize cardiac arrhythmias.
Administer medications by intravenous, intranuscular or topical means.
Perform electrical def ib ril la t ion.
Operate radio-telephone equipment and canmunicate medical information to base
hospital medical personnel ad others.
Serve as a preceptor for paranedic and emergency medical technician trainees.
Compile necessary reports and records.
Drive an ambulance vehicle.
Extend and operate hoselines in training ad fire supvession situations.
Place, raise, lower and climb ladders in training, fire suppession and rescue
s itua tions .
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PA RMED IC / FIR ET IGH TER, Co nt inued
Assist in salvage of property and contents of occupancies affected by or
threatened by fire, smoke, or water damage.
Assist in extinguishing and overhaul of fires.
Clean and maintain apparatus and equlpment.
Clean and test fire hoses.
Clean and maintain fire station facilities.
Maintain current knowledge of fire department rules and regulations, fire
hazards, fire suppession strategies and techniques, and related subjects.
Conduct fire prevention inspections and public fire safety education prograns.
Participate in and contribute to drills and training exercises.
Respond to emergencies during off-duty hours when required.
Serve as Acting Fire Engineer or Acting Captain, as assigned, for emergency
relief purposes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of
Basic and advanced life support principles and procedures.
San Diego County EMS regulations, protocols and procedures.
Principles and techniques of fire prevention and fire suppression.
Rules, regulations, and operational procedures of the Carlsbad Fire Department.
Geography and topography of the City of Carlsbad.
Ability to
Maintain current certification as a paranedic in San Diego County.
Demonstrate physical erdurance, agility and strergth sufficient to meet the
estdlished standards of the Carlsbad Fire Department.
Demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
Learn fire suppression methods and techniques, the operation of fire suppression
apparatus and equipment, mafor traffic and fire hazards, and the geography ad
topography of the City of Carlsbad.
Think and act effectively and quickly in emergency situations.
Understand and follow oral and written directions pranptly ard accurately.
Deal courteously and effectively with the general public.
. PARAMEDIC/FIRff ICHTER, Continued
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Experience and Education
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide
the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Necessarv SDecial Reauirements
Current certification as a paranedic, issued by the County of San Diego.
Possession of a valid Class 111 California driver's license.
Certification and license must be maintained as a condition of continued
employment.
As a cordition of continued mployment shall satisfactorily cmplete an anrual
physical fitness progran, which will include physical agility and medical
testing authorized by the City Council ad prescribed by the City Manzqer.
Attachment F
Resolution No. g7?q - POLICE OFFICER
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work;
to control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; to
perform investigative work; and to do related work as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Patrol City in radio car or on foot; answer calls for the protection of life and
property, and the enforcement of City, county, and state laws; may conduct both
preliminary and fo 1 low-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries,
thefts, holdups, vehicle accidents, death, and other criminal incidents.
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Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, conplainants, and witnesses;
interrogate suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify and present evidence
in court.
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to
the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders.
Prepare reports of arrests made, investigations conducted, and unusual incidents
observed.
Serve warrants and subpoenas.
While on patrol, stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws;
warn drivers against unlawful practices; issue citations and make arrests as
necessary. Check buildings for physical security. Receive, search, book,
fingerprint, and transport prisoners. Direct trafflc at fire, special events,
and other emergency or corgested situations.
Administer first aid in emergency situations.
As assigned by the Police Chief, participate as an investigative officer in a
canprehensive progran involving juvenile delinquency and the investigation of
alternative methods for handling juveniles in the criminal justice system.
Maintain contact with citizens regardiq potential law enforcement problems and
preserve good relationships with the general public. - QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to
Observe accurately and remember nanes, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
Use and care of fireanns.
Think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people
accurately.
Learn, understad, and interpret laws and regulations.
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POLICE OFFICER, Contimed
Prepare accurate and granmatkal ly correct written reports.
Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Understand ad carry out oral and written directions.
Meet standards of physical stature, erdurance, and agility established by the
city .
Experience and Education
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide
the required abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these abilities
would be graduation fran high school or equivalent.
Necessary Special Requirement -
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
Obtain a Peace Officers Standards and Training Basic Certificate.
As a condition of continued employment shall satisfactorily canplete an anrual physical fitness progrm which will include physical agility and medical testing
authorized by the City Council and prescribed by the City Manqler.
Attachment G
POLICE SERGEAH1
DEFINITION
Resolution No. 1(’7JL(
Under direction, to have responsible charge of police field or office operations
on an assigned shift; to supervise and personally perform investigation duties;
and to do related work as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
As a patrol sergeant, to supervise the patrol, traffic safety, irwestigative and
records and canmmications activities during an assigned shift.
Maintain discipline and insure that Department rules and policies are followed.
As assigned by the Police Chief, plan, supervise and particpate in a cmprehensive progran of adult and juvenile investigative services.
Participate in all normal patrol activities including enforcing local and state
laws, issuing citations, making arrests, administering first aid and
transprtiq prisoners.
Assist officers in follow-up investigations and may personally participate in
investigation including all routine gathering of evidence, qmstioning of
witnesses and apprehension of suspects.
Assist officers in preparing reports in cases for trial and may personally
appear in court to present evidence and testimony.
Prepare duty rosters and assign personnel to various work assignments, shifts and places of work.
Confer with prosecutors and agenci es .
Review reports submitted by reports of shift activity.
Review all reports and make
maintain contact with other law enforcement
officers; conduct in-service training; prepare
recanmendations and sugcptions to officers.
Interview victims, canplainants, witnesses and suspects; prepare investigation
reports; testify and present evidence in court.
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to
the apprehension of of fenders.
Analyze and synthesize a variety of data concerniq Departmental activities and
preqre reports and statistics.
Assist in budget preparation and administration.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
May serve as Acting Police Lieutenant or Police Captain.
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POLICE SERGEANT, Cont ed
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of
Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic
control, investigation and identification techniques and police records and
reports.
Criminal law with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody
of persons canmitting misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence
pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation and presentation of
evidence in traffic and criminal cases.
Principles and practices of supervision and training.
Ability to
Supervise, schedule and train subordinates.
Analyze situations and adopt effective course of action.
Interpret and apply laws ad regulations.
Commcnicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Use and care for fireanns.
Demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationshlps with those contacted in the
course of work.
ExDerience and Education
Any combination of experience and education that could likely provide the
required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
Three years of CALIFORNIA law enforcement experience as a Police Officer.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent, preferably supplemented by an Associate
Arts degree emphasizing courses in police science.
Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
POSSESSION OF THE PEACE OFFICER STANDAIDS AND TRAINING INTEFNEIWTE CERTIFICATE.
ONE YEAR AS A PEWANENT EMPLOYEE WITH THE CITY OF CAN-SEIAI.
As a cordition of continued employment shall satisfactorily canplete an anrual
physical fitness progran which will include ph sical agility and medical testing
authorized by the City Council and prescribed g y the City Manager.
Attachment H
Resolution No. 871'1
SENIOR POLICE OFFICER
DEFINITION
Under general sqervision, to perform law enforcement ad crime prevention work;
to control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; to
perfom investigative work; and to do related work as assigned.
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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Patrol City in radio car or on foot; answer calls for the protection and life
and property, and the enforcement of city, county, ad state laws; may conduct
bath preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers,
burglaries, thefts, holdups, vehicle accidents, death, and other criminal
i ncid e n t s .
Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, ccmplainants, ad witnesses;
interrogate suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify ad present evidence
in court.
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to
the investigation of crimes in the apprehension of offenders.
Prepare reports of arrests made, investigations conducted, and unusual incidents
observed.
Serve warrants and subpoenas.
While on patrol, stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws;
warn drivers against unlawful practices; issue citations and make arrests as
necessary. Check buildings for physical security. Receive, search, book,
fingerprint, and transport prisoners. Direct traffic at fire, special events,
and other emergency or coqested situations.
Administer first aid in emergency situations.
As assigned by the Police Chief, participate as an investlgative officer in a
canprehensive progran of adult and juvenile, misdemeanor and felony
investigation work.
As assigned by the Police Chief, participate as a juvenile division officer in a
canprehensive progran involving juvenile delinquency and the investigation of
alternative inethods for handling juveniles in the criminal justice system.
Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and
preserve good relationships with the general public.
May SePve as Acting Police Sergeant.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic
control, investigation and identification techniques and police records ad
reports.
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Criminal law with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody
of persons ccmmitting misdemeanors and felonies, including rules or evidence
pertaining to the search and seizure and the presewation and presentation of
evidence in traffic and criminal cases.
Ability to
Observe accurately and renember nanes, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
Use and care of firearins.
Think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people a ccur at el y .
Prepare accurate and granmatically correct written reports.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contact in
the course of work.
Understand and carry out oral and written direction.
Meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility estihlished by the
city .
Experience and Education
Any canbination of experience and education that could likely provide the
required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
knowledge and abilities would be:
A typical way to obtain the
Experience
Two years of law enforcement experience as a Police Officer beyond the probationary period.
Education
High school diplana or equivalent, preferably supplemented by an Associate
Arts degree emphasizing courses in police science.
Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
As a condition of continuing employment shall satisfactorily ccmplete an anrual physical fitness progran which will include physical agility and medical testing
authorized by the City Council and prescribed by the City Manager.
Desirable Special Requirement
Obtain Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Certificate.