HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-06-22; City Council; Resolution 2010-1491 RESOLUTION NO. 2010-149
2 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING NEW JOB
3 CLASSIFICATIONS, MODIFYING CURRENT
4 CLASSIFICATIONS, DELETING EXISTING
CLASSIFICATIONS AND AMENDING AFFECTED SALARY
5 SCHEDULES AND THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
6 WHEREAS, as part of an organizational realignment designed to increase
7 efficiency with fewer resources while better serving the changing needs of the
8 community, a number of departments within the City of Carlsbad were reorganized
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and personnel were given new responsibilities; and
10 WHEREAS, it is necessary to establish and revise certain classification
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descriptions to appropriately describe the assigned responsibilities of this new
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organizational structure; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable to delete the obsolete classification descriptions that
15 will no longer be necessary as part of the new organizational structure; and
16 WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend the Conflict of Interest Code and the
17 Carlsbad City Employees' Association salary schedule to reflect the above changes;
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WHEREAS, as a result of labor negotiations that took place in 2009 with the
20 Carlsbad Firefighters' Association, it is desirable to revise the classification description
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of Fire Captain.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
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Carlsbad, California, as follows:
25 1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
26 2. That the City adopt the new and/or updated classifications of Assistant
27 City Manager, City Planner, City Traffic Engineer, Community and Economic
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1 Development Director, Community Relations Manager, Deputy City Manager,
2 Finance Manager, Housing and Neighborhood Services Director, Library and
3 Cultural Arts Director, Municipal Property Manager, Parks and Recreation Director,
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Parks Superintendent, Parks/Trees Supervisor, Property and Environmental
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Management Director, Senior Assistant City Attorney, Transportation Director and
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Utilities Director as described in Attachment 2, attached hereto and made a part
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thereof.8
9 3. That the City delete the classifications of Community Development Director,
10 Deputy Public Works Director, Housing and Redevelopment Director, Library Director,
11 Media Services Specialist, Planning Director, Public Works Director, Recreation
12 Director, and Special Projects Director.
13 4. Resolution No. 2006-271, CMWD Resolution No. 1276, and Housing and
14 Redevelopment Agency Resolution No. 426 adopted on September 12, 2006, which
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approved the "Local Conflict of Interest Code" is amended to add the classifications of
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Community Relations Manager and Parks/Trees Supervisor to the list of Designated
Employees filing in disclosure categories 2 and 3, to add the classifications of City1 8
19 Planner, City Traffic Engineer, Community and Economic Development Director, Deputy
20 City Manager, Housing and Neighborhood Services Director, Library and Cultural Arts
21 Director, Municipal Property Manager, Parks and Recreation Director, Property and
22 Environmental Management Director, Senior Assistant City Attorney, Transportation
3 Director and Utilities Director to the list of Designated Employees filing in disclosure
24 categories 1,2,3 and 4, and to delete the former management classifications of
25 Community Development Director, Deputy Public Works Director, Housing and
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1 Redevelopment Director, Library Director, Media Services Specialist, Planning Director,
2 Public Works Director, Recreation Director and Special Projects Director.
3 5. That the City adopt the classifications of Custodian (salary grade 6)/
4 Custodian II (salary grade 16), Inspector I at salary grade 55, Inspector II at salary
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grade 70, Library Media and Graphics Supervisor at salary grade 58, Maintenance
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Worker I (salary grade 14)/Park Maintenance Worker II (salary grade 28), Park
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Maintenance Worker III at salary grade 46, Tree Trimmer I (salary grade 20)/Tree
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Trimmer II (salary grade 32), Tree Trimmer Lead Worker at salary grade 46 as
10 described in Attachment 2, attached hereto and made a part thereof.
11 6. That the City amend the Salary Schedule - General Employees to include the
12 aforementioned classification changes and exclude the classifications of Public Works
13 Inspector I and Public Works Inspector II, Attachment 1, attached hereto and made a
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15 7. That the City adopt the classification of Fire Captain as described in
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Attachment 2, attached hereto and made a part thereof.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council
of the City of Carlsbad on the 22nd day of June, 2010, by the following vote to wit:
AYES: Council Members Lewis, Kulchin, Hall, and Blackburn.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Council Member Packard.
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ATTEST:
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Attachment IB I
SALARY SCHEDULE - GENERAL EMPLOYEES
Effective £teee«tbe-g--2-g-; 200 9 June 22, 2010
CLASSIFICATION RANGE CLASSIFICATION RANGE
ACCOUNT CLERK I 17
ACCOUNT CLERK II 25
ACCOUNTANT 68
ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR 54
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN 40
ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY 42
APPLICATIONS ANALYST 94
APPLICATIONS ASSOCIATE ANALYST 75
AQUATICS SPECIALIST 49
ASSISTANT ENGINEER 82
ASSISTANT PLANNER 64
ASSISTANT TO THE TREASURER 73
ASSOCIATE CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR 52
ASSOCIATE ENGINEER 98
ASSOCIATE PLANNER 78
BUILDING INSPECTOR I 55
BUILDING INSPECTOR II 70
BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER I 29
BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER II 41
BUILDING TECHNICIAN II 50
BUSINESS SYSTEMS ASSOCIATE 70
BUSINESS SYSTEMS SPECIALIST 84
BUYER/CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR 63
CLIENT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR 87
CLIENT SYSTEMS ASSOC. ADMINISTRATOR 51
CIRCULATION SUPERVISOR 37
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER I 43
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER II 55
COMMUNITY OUTREACH SUPERVISOR 58
CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST 44
CROSS CONNECTION CONTROL TECHNICIAN 56
CUSTODIAN 6
CUSTODIAN II 16
DEPUTY CITY CLERK/TECHNICIAN 39
ELECTRICIAN 41
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I 45
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II 57
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I 52
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II 69
EQUIPMENT SERVICE WORKER 18
EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN I 34
EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN II 51
GIS ADMINISTRATOR 109
CIS ANALYST 84
GIS ASSOCIATE ANALYST 70
GIS TECHNICIAN 60
GRAPHIC ARTIST 45
HOUSING ASSISTANT 20
HOUSING SPECIALIST I 46
HOUSING SPECIALIST II 61
HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN 52
INSPECTOR I 55
INSPECTOR_J[I 70
JUNIOR PLANNER 50
JUVENILE JUSTICE PROGRAM COORD. 58
LEAD EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN 61
LEGAL ASSISTANT 56
LEGAL SECRETARY 49
LIBRARIAN I 45
LIBRARIAN II 58
LIBRARY ASSISTANT I 26
LIBRARY ASSISTANT II 37
LIBRARY CLERK I 3
LIBRARY CLERK II 6
LIBRARY MEDIA & GRAPHICS SUPERVISOR 58
MAINTENANCE AIDE
MAINTENANCE WORKER I
MAIL CLERK/MESSENGER
METER SERVICES WORKER I
METER SERVICES WORKER II
METER SERVICES WORKER III
NETWORK ENGINEER
NETWORK OPERATOR
OFFICE SPECIALIST I
OFFICE SPECIALIST II
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46
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70
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OPERATIONS/MAINTENANCE STOREKEEPER 43
PARK MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST 41
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II 28
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER III 46
PARK PLANNER 85
PLANNING TECHNICIAN I 35
PLANNING TECHNICIAN II 50
POLICE TRAINING COORDINATOR 49
POLICE RECORDS SPECIALIST I 17
POLICE RECORDS SPECIALIST II 22
PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN 39
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PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR II -- 74
RECORDS MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR 56
RECREATION ASSISTANT 10
RECREATION SPECIALIST 29
RECREATION SUPERVISOR 54
SANITATION SYSTEMS OPERATOR I 24
SANITATION SYSTEMS OPERATOR II 46
SANITATION SYSTEMS OPERATOR III 56
SECRETARY 34
SENIOR APPLICATIONS ANALYST 109
SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR 85
SENIOR BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER 51
SENIOR BUSINESS SYSTEMS SPECIALIST 99
SENIOR CIRCULATION SUPERVISOR 50
SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 85
SENIOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR 79
SENIOR CROSS CONN. CONTROL TECH. 66
6/11/2010
CLASSIFICATION RANGE
SENIOR DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR 113
SENIOR ELECTRICIAN 51
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST 84
SENIOR LIBRARIAN 73
SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER 113
SENIOR OFFICE SPECIALIST 22
SENIOR PLANNER 91
SENIOR STORM DRAIN MAINT. WORKER 48
SENIOR WEB ENGINEER 113
SITE MANAGER 4
STOREKEEPER 18
STORM DRAIN MAINTENANCE WORKER 34
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER II 28
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER III 46
TECHNICIAN I 35
TREE TRIMMER I 20
TREE TRIMMER II 32
TREE TRIMMER LEADWORKER 46
UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER III 45
UTILITY WORKER I 24
UTILITY WORKER II 40
UTILITY WORKER III 50
VALVE MAINTENANCE WORKER 45
WAREHOUSE TECHNICIAN 43
WATER CONSERVATION SPECIALIST 40
WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR I 34
WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR II 54
WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR III 64
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CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
DEPARTMENT; CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Perform a wide range of high level managerial and professional staff work at the request
of the City Manager. Provide general strategic and administrative direction to city
departments, as assigned. May function as the project director on assigned major City
programs. Plan, organize, direct and coordinate City departments; perform related
responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS;
This is a single incumbent position reporting directly to the City Manager. This
incumbent provides general strategic and administrative direction to the city departments
that are assigned. The assistant city manager shall serve as manager pro tempore during
any temporary absence or disability of the city manager, unless other arrangements are
made.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Lead City departments and their management teams toward the achievement of their
organizational objectives and the objectives of the City as a whole. Supervise, direct,
train and evaluate the work of directors and/or other assigned staff.
Provide professional analysis and support to the City Council, City Manager, City
departments and other City boards and commissions related to areas of responsibility.
Conduct research, critical analysis, financial analysis and special studies on complex and
sensitive administrative and policy issues and prepare reports involving the evaluation of
departmental operations and service programs.
Coordinate special projects including inter-departmental projects and those City projects
undertaken with other agencies.
Assist in the development of the City's overall goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
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Direct the implementation of the City's financial policies and programs to ensure
effective implementation of the City Council's goals and objectives and to maintain fiscal
integrity.
Assist the City Manager in the preparation, coordination and analysis of annual
department budgets; direct the preparation and administration of multiple departmental
work programs and annual budget.
Attend and make presentations at meetings of the City Council, and other City boards and
commissions.
Represent the City in the community and at professional meetings as required.
Coordinate activities with other City departments and other public or private agencies.
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
May serve as Acting City Manager as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS;
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of:
Principles of organization, administration, budget and human resources
management.
Federal, State, municipal laws, statutes, codes and ordinances of areas of
responsibility.
Local government financial practices and procedures.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ability to:
Carry out a wide range of research and representational activities requiring
analytical ability and diplomacy.
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Organize and direct the City departments and programs; provide administrative
and professional leadership for assigned staff.
Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and
policies.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of
proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Develop and administer annual and long-range programs and budgets.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to
changing situations and needs.
Work cooperatively and effectively with management staff, employees and others.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and preferably a graduate degree from an
accredited college or university with major course work in business
administration, public administration or closely related field, and five years of
progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of municipal
government administration, or in a closely related field at an administrative or
management level.
A master's degree in public or business administration is highly desirable.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
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ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course
of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under
pressure and potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: CITY PLANNER
DEPARTMENT; COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DIVISION: PLANNING
BASIC FUNCTION:
To manage, supervise and coordinate the programs and activities of the Planning Division within
the Community & Economic Development Department; to coordinate assigned activities with
other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and
complex administrative support to the Community and Economic Development Director.
DISTINGUISING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a single incumbent position reporting to the Community and Economic Development
Director.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Planning Division.
Plan, direct, supervise, coordinate and participate in planning programs.
Develop and recommend division policies and procedures and direct their implementation upon
approval.
Serve as planning staff to the City Council, Secretary to the Planning Commission and to other
commissions and committees in City planning matters including the preparation and presentation
of reports and recommendations relating to the social, economic and physical development of the
community.
Supervise and participate in the most complex planning studies.
Make authoritative interpretations of applicable laws, regulations and policies.
Represent the City in the community and at professional and other business meetings required.
Participate in the preparation and administration of the recommended division work program and
annual budget. Recommend adoption and assist in preparation of ordinances.
Coordinate City Planning activities with other City departments and divisions, and with outside
agencies.
Manage employees through other supervisors; set goals and objectives; select, train, and
motivate staff; assess performance and make salary recommendations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties
as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific job. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Knowledge of;
Principles and practices of planning operations and administration.
Principles and practices of organization, administration, budgeting and personnel
management.
Applicable federal, state and local planning laws and regulations.
Organization and functions of the various agencies involved in the planning process.
Strategic management techniques and methodology.
Research methods and techniques and methods of report presentation.
Ability to:
Plan, direct and coordinate activities related to the City's planning programs.
Provide administrative and professional leadership for the planning division.
Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies.
Collect and analyze data and develop complex plans and reports.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions,
and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing
situations and needs.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with City officials and employees, the
general public and representatives of other agencies.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major
work in planning, public administration, business administration, community development,
urban design or related field, and five years of progressively responsible professional planning
experience, including three years at a management supervisory level. A master's degree in
planning, public administration, business administration, or related field is desirable.
Certification in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is also desirable.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in
person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment;
and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently is required to walk and stand.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to
read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written and
oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data, information and
documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning and
abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new
information or skills, perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under
intensive deadlines; and interact with staff, Council members and others encountered in the
course of work.
The employee works under typical office conditions and the noise level is usually quiet.
Employees may be required to travel to work sites or other sites for meetings.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
BASIC FUNCTION;
Facilitate the development of high quality projects that preserve the environment and
provide for diverse housing opportunities and employment, while maintaining a strong
economic base. Under broad administrative direction, plan, organize, direct and
coordinate assigned divisions. Perform highly responsible and complex professional
administrative work and perform related responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a single incumbent position reporting directly to the Assistant City Manager. This
incumbent provides general strategic and administrative direction to the City divisions
that are assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administer the City's Community and Economic Development divisions and programs
which include, but are not limited to, planning, economic development, redevelopment,
land development engineering, building, and development services.
Establish and implement guiding principles to ensure the City's policies and programs are
aligned to connect social, economic, ecological and cultural well-being of the
community.
Assist in the development of the City's overall goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
Direct the implementation of the City's policies and programs in area of responsibility, to
ensure effective implementation of the City Council's goals and objectives and to
maintain fiscal integrity.
Provide citizens and other members of the community access and opportunities to
participate in the localized issues that affect their lives; provide necessary resources to
build a strong community.
Establish inclusive citizen, business and stakeholder involvement that promotes
understanding, input and feedback to further the department's mission.
Coordinate with the City Council, City Manager, and other departments and divisions of
the City to develop and implement all community and economic development related
activities; oversee and participate in coordinating with City staff to facilitate project
processing and permitting.
Work closely with the Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitor's Bureau, and
regional economic development organizations to enhance tourism and to promote the
attraction and retention of desirable businesses in the community.
Act as a liaison between City departments, businesses, professional organizations and
other state and local governmental agencies to promote new business opportunities in the
City and assist in the processing of development plans.
Direct the implementation and maintenance of the City's General Plan, the Local
Coastal Program and the Zoning Ordinance.
Oversee enforcement standards of building safety put forth in the state Building Codes
and various municipal codes and policies.
Analyze data, make recommendations, prepare reports and make presentations on the
formulation of policy and procedure, and staffing and organizational requirements for
assigned departments.
Coordinate and provide responsible staff assistance to the City Manager, City Council
and other City boards and commissions as assigned.
Conduct difficult policy and fiscal-related analytical studies and reports involving the
evaluation of departmental operations and service programs.
Assist the City Manager in the preparation, coordination and analysis of annual
department budgets; direct the preparation of multiple departmental work programs and
annual budget.
Attend and make presentations at meetings of the City Council, and other City boards and
commissions.
Represent the City at community or professional meetings; make presentations to
Council, advisory committees, business and educational groups on a variety of
department issues.
Attend conferences, schools and professional meetings to keep abreast of new
developments in public administration, training and administration.
Coordinate activities with other City departments and other public or private agencies.
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
Community and Economic Development Director
QUALIFICATIONS;
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of:
Strategic planning, program management, policy analysis, regulatory analysis and
compliance support.
Business process and performance benchmarking. Staffing, workforce planning and
organizational design. Data analysis and quality assurance.
Principles, practices and procedures of business organization, administration, budget and
human resources management.
Federal, State, municipal laws, statutes, codes and ordinances related to assigned areas.
Local government financial practices and procedures.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ability to:
Plan, organize and direct the assigned service areas, divisions and programs.
Provide administrative and professional leadership for the department.
Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed
actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Prepare and implement an operating budget; cost estimating and economic analysis.
Develop and administer annual and long-range programs and budgets.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing
situations and needs.
Work cooperatively and effectively with management staff, employees and others.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Community and Economic Development Director
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and preferably a graduate degree from an accredited
college or university with major course work in business administration, public
administration, community development, public policy, planning or closely related field,
and five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of
municipal government administration, at the management/supervisory level.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING;
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course
of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under
pressure and potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
Community and Economic Development Director
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY AND CULTURAL ARTS
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general direction, to administer, manage programs and activities of the Library Community
Relations Division; and to develop and manage strategic communication efforts of the Carlsbad City
Library in support of city wide communication strategy set by the city communications manager.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Overall Management of the Library Community Relations Division, including responsibility for adult
programming, full-time staff, and Library Auditorium and meeting room facilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and manage adult programming for Library.
Participate in the development of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the Library.
Represent the library in events and meetings with the public, community groups and other agencies.
Develop relationships that foster participation and partnering with community advisory committees, non-
profit groups, agencies, societies or other relevant community groups.
Develop and oversee promotion, marketing and public relations strategies and programs, including
events, print media, the library Website and social/new media.
Manage graphic arts activities - establishing quality, content and design of informational materials for
public distribution, in accordance with citywide brand guidelines.
Manage library auditorium and meeting rooms, including utilization, condition and security of the
facilities.
Manage library events/programs, including technical support, audiovisual and video production.
Develop and administer division budget.
Analyze services, programs, user feedback and other performance information to develop strategies.
Supervise and evaluate regular and hourly staff.
Oversee training and development of staff.
Develop and maintain policies & procedures.
Determine use of contractors and oversee contract administration.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of;
Principles and practices of outreach, public relations and marketing.
Philosophy, principles and practices of adult programming and special events.
Supervisory principles and practices, including training and evaluation of employees.
Internet-based communication.
Principles and practices of organization, administration and budgeting.
Operation and scheduling of auditorium and meeting facilities.
City of Carlsbad local community and city programs and services
Ability to:
Develop and implement departmental policy, procedures, plans, and programs.
Develop, manage, coordinate and implement library programs, events and activities.
Effectively plan, organize and direct the work of professional and paraprofessional staff and
volunteers.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and
implement recommendations in support of goals.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity and sensitivity in response to changing situations
and needs.
Prepare and deliver presentations to staff, community, outside agencies and City Council as
required.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of customers, staff,
volunteers and community groups contacted during the course of work.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to the 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:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with
major work in public relations or a related field.
Three years of progressively responsible related professional experience involving the
development and supervision of programming and communication functions.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to
communicate in person and by telephone, and utilize office equipment. An employee is also
required to assimilate written materials relevant to the position.
In addition, while performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to
engage communication skills; interpret financial and statistical data, information and
documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning and
abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply
new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks;
work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff, Council members and others
encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to different sites and locations; attend evening and weekend events and meetings;
work under pressure and potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will Management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: CUSTODIAN
CUSTODIAN II
DEPARTMENT: PROPERTY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
BASIC FUNCTION;
Under general supervision, be responsible for the care, cleaning, and maintenance of city
facilities; act as a liaison between the city and organizations that provide contract
services; and to perform all other related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Custodian II class is distinguished from the Custodian class in that this class is
required to plan and coordinate the work of the custodial operations. This class is
designated as the lead level and is distinguished from the Supervisor level which is
responsible for supervising all unit staff involved in cleaning and maintenance and is
classified as a management level position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as a liaison between the city and agencies that provide contract custodial services;
Conduct general training such as custodial techniques and procedures and safe working
practices;
Maintain inventory of custodial supplies, materials, and equipment;
Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, and polish floors;
Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, fixtures, countertops and equipment;
Clean windows, walls and blinds;
Empty and clean waste receptacles;
Clean and maintain supplies in restrooms;
Move and arrange furniture and equipment and set up rooms for special meetings or
events;
Replace lights and adjust shades and blinds;
Lock and unlock doors;
Pick up papers and other debris;
Perform a variety of routine jobs related to custodial services;
Serve as backfill for the department as needed;
Respond to requests for services per supervisor's instruction and/or direction;
Perform minor maintenance of custodial equipment.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials, and equipment used in building housekeeping and light duty
maintenance work;
Safe work practices.
Ability to:
Coordinate and schedule custodial maintenance of city facilities;
Train other custodial staff;
Maintain related records;
Work nights and odd shifts as required;
Clean and care for assigned areas and equipment;
Use a variety of custodial equipment and materials;
Understand and carry out verbal and written directions;
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the
course of work;
Practice city policies and procedures regarding custodial maintenance;
Work independently;
Demonstrate safe work practices.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to 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:
Equivalent to graduation from high school and two years experience performing
duties comparable to those of a custodian.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT;
Possession of an appropriate California Driver's License.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office and cleaning equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Positions in this class
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typically require: bending, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking,
lifting, fingering, talking, climbing, seeing and repetitive motions.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; and interact with staff, vendors, and others encountered in
the course of work.
Incumbents are regularly required to lift, move furniture, move packages and objects that
may weigh up to 50 pounds. When performing work either inside or outside a facility
incumbents are subject to cleaning materials and supplies, chemicals, oils, and inadequate
lighting.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; DEPUTY CITY MANAGER
DEPARTMENT; CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
BASIC FUNCTION;
Perform a wide range of high level managerial and professional staff work at the request
of the City Manager. Provide general strategic and administrative direction to city
departments, as assigned. May function as the project director on assigned major City
programs. Plan, organize, direct and coordinate City departments; perform related
responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS;
This is a single incumbent position reporting directly to the City Manager. This
incumbent provides general strategic and administrative direction to the city departments
that are assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Lead City departments and their management teams toward the achievement of their
organizational objectives and the objectives of the City as a whole. Supervise, direct,
train and evaluate the work of directors and/or other assigned staff.
Provide professional analysis and support to the City Council, City Manager, City
departments and other City boards and commissions related to areas of responsibility.
Conduct research, critical analysis, financial analysis and special studies on complex and
sensitive administrative and policy issues and prepare reports involving the evaluation of
departmental operations and service programs.
Coordinate special projects including inter-departmental projects and those City projects
undertaken with other agencies.
Assist in the development of the City's overall goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
Direct the implementation of the City's financial policies and programs to ensure
effective implementation of the City Council's goals and objectives and to maintain fiscal
integrity.
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Assist the City Manager in the preparation, coordination and analysis of annual
department budgets; direct the preparation and administration of multiple departmental
work programs and annual budget.
Attend and make presentations at meetings of the City Council, and other City boards and
commissions.
Represent the City in the community and at professional meetings as required.
Coordinate activities with other City departments and other public or private agencies.
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
May serve as Acting City Manager as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of:
Principles of organization, administration, budget and human resources
management.
Federal, State, municipal laws, statutes, codes and ordinances related to areas of
responsibility.
Local government financial practices and procedures.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ability to:
Carry out a wide range of research and representational activities requiring
analytical ability and diplomacy.
Organize and direct the City departments and programs; provide administrative
and professional leadership for assigned staff.
Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and
policies.
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Analyze problems, identity alternative solutions, project consequences of
proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Develop and administer annual and long-range programs and budgets.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to
changing situations and needs.
Work cooperatively and effectively with management staff, employees and others.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and preferably a graduate degree from an
accredited college or university with major course work in business
administration, public administration or closely related field, and five years of
progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of municipal
government administration, or in a closely related field at an administrative or
management level.
A master's degree in public or business administration is highly desirable.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course
of the work assignments.
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While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under
pressure and potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: FINANCE MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general direction, plans, organizes and directs the activities of divisions or functions
within the Finance Department. Administers and coordinates the preparation and execution of
services or functions within area of responsibility; serves as a member of the department's
management team and performs related duties as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Plans, supervises and reviews the work of staff responsible for financial services or functional
areas. May or may not supervise direct reports.
Coordinates assigned operational services and activities within the City and outside agencies and
organizations.
Participates in intermediate and long-range financial planning strategies, City goals and
objectives.
Analyzes, identifies and implements service delivery methods and procedures for improving
operations, and internal controls.
Develops and implements new procedures to comply with changes in policy or new legislation.
Recommends, administers and monitors assigned budgets, year-end requirements and applicable
municipal codes.
Ensures research and response to public and employee inquiries and complaints relative to City
policies and procedures within areas of responsibility.
Advises Finance Director on budgetary, financial or other departmental matters.
Interprets, communicates and presents technical issues related to the department's functions.
Prepares, audits and supervises the distribution of all financial reports.
Ensures selection, training, motivation and general supervision of assigned finance staff.
Represents the Finance department and/or City at various professional events.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of administration, budgeting and analysis
Principles of supervision, training and performance management
Modern and complex principles and practices of municipal finance and accounting
Automated financial management systems
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
Government accounting principles and practices
Broad range of technical and non-technical knowledge of financial issues and specific
area of responsibility
Ability to:
Learn and utilize automated financial information systems
Interpret and analyze implement financial information, goals and objectives, procedures,
work standards and internal controls
Audit and analyze accounting systems and procedures to determine compliance with
applicable laws, regulations and policies
Make formal and informal presentations
Research technical resource information and data
Communicate and assimilate information consistent with the essential job function
Utilize independent reasoning to solve complex problems within broad policy guidelines
and make sound decisions
Work irregular hours to meet deadlines and achieve objectives
Work and coordinate the work of others in a multi-task environment
Utilize office equipment
Integrate electronic system information
Implement essential functions of the position
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION;
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience that could likely provide the
required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical background would include:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance,
economics, public administration, business administration or a closely related course of
study, and three to five years of professional-level experience within a large accounting
or finance department.
One to two years of supervisory experience within a large accounting or finance
department.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to communicate, in
person and by telephone; utilize office equipment. An employee is also required to assimilate
written materials relevant to the position.
In addition, while performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to engage
communication skills; interpret financial and statistical data, information and documents; analyze
and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts;
observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform
highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact
with staff, Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors; ability to
travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under pressure and
potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will Management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; FIRE CAPTAIN
DEPARTMENT: FIRE DEPARTMENT
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under direction, to perform management, supervisory and technical work in fire fighting,
emergency rescue, fire inspection, fire prevention, and fire training activities; and to do related
work as assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan and execute work assignments of fire prevention, fire suppression and rescue personnel in
an assigned company.
Respond to fire alarms as commanding 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 in 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 operations involving personnel and equipment.
Instruct and drill fire department personnel in fire prevention and fire fighting methods,
techniques, and related subjects.
Supervise and 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 program and education program.
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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.
May serve as a paramedic team coordinator and supervisor if properly trained, certified and
appointed to such duties by the Fire Chief.
May be assigned a variety of special assignments involving emergency medical operations, fire
prevention, department communications and others.
Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
Serve as Acting Battalion Fire Chief -as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS;
Knowledge of:
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 fire
fighting activities.
First aid and CPR.
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Mechanical, chemical and related characteristics of a wide variety of flammable and
explosive materials and objects.
Local geography including the location of main and hydrants, GPM (gallons per minute)
per capacity, and the major fire hazards of the City.
Demonstrate Ability to:
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Conduct thorough fact finding inspection and investigation.
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Operate apparatus and equipment used in modern fire fighting activities.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of
work.
Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
Think and act quickly in emergencies.
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: Four years of municipal fire fighting experience.
Education; High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by the equivalent of 60
units college course work which can be credited toward a major in Fire
Science.
PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS;
In order to qualify for participation in the promotional process for the position of Fire Captain,
the following requirements are required to be met prior to the filing deadline stated on the
promotional recruitment:
• Minimum of four (4) years full-time employment with the Carlsbad Fire Department.
• Possession of State Fire Officer Certification
• Must have served as Fire Engineer or certified Acting Engineer with the Carlsbad Fire
Department. This can be accomplished by successfully passing either an Engineer's
examination or an Out of Class Certified Pump Operator examination.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession and maintenance of a valid Class B California driver's license, to include a water tank
and air brake endorsement.
Possession and maintenance of an Emergency Medical Technician—F.S. Certificate. Instructor
Training No. 1 and No. 2 or equivalent.
As a condition of continued employment, shall satisfactorily complete an annual physical fitness
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program which will include physical agility and medical testing authorized by the City Council
and prescribed by the City Manager.
DATE APPROVED: 6/2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD
SERVICES DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT: HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Housing and Neighborhood Services Director plans, directs, coordinates and
manages the activities of the Housing and Neighborhood Services Department which
seeks to improve or enhance the quality of life and sense of community for those who
live and/or work in Carlsbad by providing enhanced connections to City information and
services and through focused neighborhood enhancement programs, preservation and
code compliance services, community engagement and outreach services, and provision
of affordable housing opportunities.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS;
This is a single incumbent position reporting directly to the Assistant City Manager. This
incumbent provides general strategic and administrative direction to the City
divisions/programs that are assigned, which typically include Affordable Housing
development and rental assistance, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG),
HOME and other grant programs, Neighborhood/Community Engagement and Outreach,
Volunteers, and Neighborhood Code Compliance Services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Provide connections between city government and its residents through information
sharing and outreach.
Augment, support and coordinate, where necessary, the activities of city
departments/divisions involved in providing direct services to neighborhoods; act as
liaison between the City and neighborhoods; facilitate presentations made to
neighborhood associations and other public groups.
Develop and implement programs to enhance community connectivity among residents/
businesses and other stakeholder groups and City government.
Assist neighborhood organizations and associations to enhance communication within
and among neighbors and neighborhoods; and to access available resources to
enhance/preserve neighborhoods.
Assist with neighborhood enhancement or improvement programs and service deliveries;
coordinate interdepartmental teams to address specific neighborhood issues and concerns.
Facilitate partnerships between local government, schools, communities and businesses
as a means for collectively addressing constituency needs.
Assist in creating a more inclusive community by serving as facilitator in supporting a
more self-sufficient community; coordinate the implementation of community and
neighborhood leadership training and development, including mediation, public
engagement, and/or other appropriate training.
Prepare and implement plans to encourage redevelopment/revitalization neighborhood
preservation, housing, and other neighborhood enhancement programs as appropriate;
Oversee and facilitate neighborhood preservation and code compliance activities.
Implement Volunteer Programs, and encourage volunteerism throughout the community
to expand resources and services.
Develop and implement Affordable Housing Programs and oversee expenditure of
housing funds.
Supervise and direct administration of the federal Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG), HOME, and other grant programs including the Tenant-based Rental Assistance
and Community Activities Grant Programs; administer and monitor city contract for
Hiring Center
Provide staff support to the Housing and Redevelopment Commission/City Council, the
Housing Commission and other boards, committees and commission established to
address housing and neighborhood service issues.
Manage, supervise, and coordinate the establishments of goals and objectives and the
development and maintenance of policies and procedures necessary to administer the
City's Housing and Neighborhood Services Department.
Ensure that Housing and Neighborhood Services programs support the City's mission,
vision, goals, policies and procedures.
Monitor legislation relevant to programs offered by the Department and respond
appropriately.
Direct the preparation and administration of the recommended departmental work
program and annual budget.
Manage employees through other supervisors; set goals and objectives; select, train, and
motivate staff; assess performance and make salary recommendations.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND ABILITIES;
Preparation and implementation of operating budget; cost estimating; economic analysis
and grant funding.
Program management and strategic planning. Policy analysis, development and
implementation.
Regulatory analysis and compliance support, future program planning, performance
assessment and annual reporting.
Principles and practices of neighborhood and program planning to assist with problem-
solving efforts. Civic project planning and land-use integration for neighborhood
preservation and enhancement activities.
Work cooperatively with neighborhood leaders, city officials, media representatives and
the general public; develop productive relationships for creating partnerships in problem-
solving.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed
actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Business process and performance benchmarking. Staffing, workforce planning and
organizational design.
Think in a strategic manner to develop alternative problem-solving and/or code
compliance solutions when necessary. Resolving sensitive issues and employing effective
mediation techniques.
Procedures and techniques involved in the investigation, documentation, and
enforcement of codes and regulations.
Principles and practices of municipal zoning and land use.
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Neighborhood planning, public engagement and mediation training
Data analysis and quality assurance.
Financial procedures and regulations pertaining to real estate development and
negotiations, loan management and property improvements.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree and preferably a graduate degree from an accredited college or
university with major course work in business administration, public administration,
public policy or a field closely related to functional or specialized assignment.
Ten years of progressively responsible professional work experience in municipal
government administration or in a closely related field. Experience at an administrative
or management level required; minimum five years of supervisory experience.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course
of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under
pressure and potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED July 2010
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CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: INSPECTOR I
DEPARTMENT: AS ASSIGNED
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, perform routine inspections of maintenance and construction
projects; to ensure quality control and compliance with approved plans, specifications,
standards or maintenance contract provisions.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Inspector I is the entry level class in the inspection series. Positions in the class
perform the more routine inspections as incumbents develop inspection techniques,
procedures, and record keeping practices. Advancement to the Inspector II class is
contingent upon acquiring the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform journey-level
inspection effectively.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Conduct routine inspections of public facilities, construction projects and maintenance
contracts, including but not limited to parks facilities, trails, landscape, irrigation,
lighting, grading, streets, sidewalks, sewer, water, storm drains, gutters and other
structures.
Ensure quality control of materials and methods and compliance with approved plans,
standards, specifications and/or contract provisions. Inspect ongoing maintenance and
repair contract work and conditions prior to the start of construction, during construction
and upon completion.
Note deficiencies and issue compliance deficiency notices to contractors requiring
modifications to work in progress.
Review, correct, and ensure completeness of construction and landscape plan submittals
and as-built plans.
Maintain records of inspection work.
Enforce routine on-site safety requirements.
Respond to and resolve citizen complaints.
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Assist in the development of maintenance agreements, public works projects, and other
contracts.
Recommend and execute allowable extensions for contractor projects and maintenance
agreements.
Authorize and amend contractual work items, including enhancement or refurbishment
projects.
Issue monthly contractor ratings; recommend termination of service and maintenance
contracts when contractors do not perform satisfactorily; recommend and take necessary
actions to ensure retention of monies for poor contract performance.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS;
Knowledge of;
Maintenance and construction principles, proper construction techniques, use of
materials, building, streets, and landscape trades, traffic control and safe work
practices.
Applicable state, federal, and local codes and regulations.
Contract administration and project management process and practice.
Ability to;
Learn City procedures for the conduct of inspection, report of deficiencies and
notice of corrections to be made.
Read and understand engineering, construction and landscape plans and
specifications and assist in determining specifications and requirements for repair,
enhancement, maintenance, and public works construction projects.
Prepare cost estimates for above projects.
Read, interpret and apply contract language as needed for above projects.
Assist in the development, management and inspection of above projects.
Determine the status of contract work and verify adherence to contract
obligations.
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Make sound field decisions and interpretations.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Enforce compliance with plans, specifications, ordinances and codes.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain professional 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. Dependent on the area of assignment, a
typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Two years of public works construction or maintenance work, or sub-professional
engineering experience or maintenance and repair contracting and inspection experience,
in the areas of construction, facilities, and/or landscaping.
Education and equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized
training in public works engineering and construction or landscape development or
horticultural design or park maintenance. Completion of two years of college-level
engineering, landscape or horticulture or park design courses may substitute for one year
of experience in applicable area.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS;
Possession of a valid Class 'C' California Driver's License.
Parks/Trees Maintenance Department:
Possession of a Qualified Applicator's Certificate
PHYSICAL STANDARDS:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to
communicate, in person and by telephone; utilize office equipment; and reach with hands
and arms. An employee is also required to assimilate written materials relevant to the
position.
In addition, while performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to
engage communication skills; interpret information and documents; analyze and solve
problems; use arithmetic and apply mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret people
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and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work
on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under deadlines; and interact with staff, contractors
and others encountered in the course of work.
Employees in this class must have the ability to work in a standard office environment
with frequent exposure to the outdoors, and in areas of unstable footing. Ability to travel
to different sites and locations, attend meetings, and work under pressure.
DATE APPROVED: 6/2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE INSPECTOR II
DEPARTMENT: AS ASSIGNED
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, to inspect routine through complex maintenance and
construction projects to ensure quality control and compliance with approved plans,
specifications, standards, or maintenance contract provisions.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS;
Positions in this class may be filled by advancement from the lower grade of Inspector I,
or when filled from the outside, require prior construction inspection or advanced park or
landscape maintenance experience. Work in this class is distinguished from that of
Inspector I by the greater complexity of the work assignments and greater independence
with which an incumbent is expected to work. Incumbents may act as resident inspector
on major projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct routine through complex inspections of public construction projects, parks,
facilities, and trails development and landscape; inspecting materials and workmanship to
ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications or maintenance contract
provisions; inspecting conditions prior to the start of construction or landscaping, during
construction or landscaping, and upon completion.
As assigned, act as lead project inspector and assist in administration of contracts for
construction and maintenance projects; process change orders and amendments; negotiate
and submit recommended change orders; review and prepare payment tracking records.
Read and interpret plans and specifications and recommend modifications when needed.
Note contract deficiencies and issue compliance deficiency notices to contractors,
indicating required modifications.
Review, correct, and ensure completeness of construction and landscape plan submittals
and as-built plans.
Maintain records of inspection work.
Enforce on-site safety requirements.
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Respond to and resolve citizen complaints.
Assist in the development of maintenance agreements, public works projects, letters of
agreement, and other contracts.
Recommend and process allowable extensions for contractor projects and maintenance
agreements.
Authorize and amend contracted work items including, maintenance, enhance mentor
refurbishment projects.
Issue monthly contractor ratings; recommend termination of service and maintenance
contracts when contractors do not perform satisfactorily; recommend and take necessary
actions to ensure retention of monies for poor contract performance.
Instruct, direct and supervise subordinate staff involved in the process of contract
administration and project management.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS;
Knowledge of:
Maintenance and construction principles, proper construction techniques, use of
materials, building, streets, and landscape, trades, traffic control and safe work
practices.
Applicable state, federal and local codes and regulations.
City procedures for conducting inspections, reporting of deficiencies and notice of
corrections to be made.
Contract administration and project management process and practices.
Procedures for estimating construction cost.
Ability to:
Read and understand engineering, construction and landscape plans and
specifications and assist in determining specifications and requirements for repair,
maintenance, enhancement, and public works construction projects.
Prepare construction cost estimates.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
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Make sound field decisions and interpretations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Read and interpret contract language, determine the status of construction work
and verify adherence to contractual obligations.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Assist in the development, management and inspection of projects and letters of
agreements.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to experience that could likely provide the required
knowledge, and abilities are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and
abilities would be:
Two years of inspection similar to that of a Inspector I at the City of Carlsbad.
Education and equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized
training in public works engineering, construction, facilities, street maintenance or
landscape development or horticultural design or park maintenance. Completion of two
years of college-level engineering, landscape or horticulture or park design courses may
substitute for one year of experience in applicable area.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS;
Possession of a valid Class 'C' California Driver's License.
Parks/Trees Maintenance Division: Possession of a Playground Inspection Certificate
and a Qualified Applicator's Certificate.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS;
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to
communicate, in person and by telephone; utilize office equipment; and reach with hands
and arms.
In addition, while performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to
engage communication skills; interpret information and documents; analyze and solve
problems; use arithmetic and apply mathematical reasoning and observe and interpret
people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed
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work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under deadlines; and interact with staff,
contractors and others encountered in the course of work.
Employees in this class must have the ability to work in a standard office environment
with frequent exposure to the outdoors, and in areas of unstable footing. Ability to travel
to different sites and locations, attend meetings, and work under pressure.
DATE APPROVED: 6/2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: LIBRARY MEDIA AND GRAPHICS SUPERVISOR
DEPARTMENT; LIBRARY AND CULTURAL ARTS
BASIC FUNCTION;
Under general direction, assist with program coordination, media relations, and day-to-day operations of
the Carlsbad City Library Community Relations Division.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS;
Performs paraprofessional level administrative, supervisory and public relations related duties. This
positions reports to the Carlsbad City Library Community Relations Manager.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Assist with planning, promoting and overseeing programs and special events.
Supervise and evaluate regular and hourly staff.
Coordinate staff schedules.
Prepare contracts and professional services agreement documents.
Assist with payment of vendors and budget monitoring.
Assist with media relations for Library programs and services.
Represent the library in events and meetings with the public, citizen groups and other agencies.
Maintain archives of print materials, digital photos and media coverage.
Maintain in-house displays of events, posters, fliers, bookmarks, and other media materials.
Maintain internet, intranet, and social media content.
Assist with internal communication such as newsletters and event calendars.
Perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of the Community Relations Division.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of;
Principles and practices of outreach, public relations and marketing.
Philosophy, principles and practices of adult programming and special events.
Supervisory principles and practices, including training and evaluation of employees.
Principles and practices of organization, administration and budgeting.
Principles of program and special event administration.
Website content management systems.
Ability to;
Plan, create and implement library programs, events and activities.
Supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of customers, staff,
volunteers and community groups contacted during the course of work.
Carry out multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Work well with others in a team and in an independent environment.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to the 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:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college level
coursework in public relations or a related field
Two years of related professional experience involving the administration and
supervision of programming and communications related functions.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING;
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to
communicate in person and by telephone, and utilize office equipment. An employee is also
required to assimilate written materials relevant to the position.
In addition, while performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to
engage communication skills; interpret financial and statistical data, information and
documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning and
abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and situations; work independently
after open hours; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff, elected
officials and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to different sites and locations; attend evening and weekend events and meetings;
work under pressure and potentially stressful situations.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: LIBRARY AND CULTURAL ARTS DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT; LIBRARY AND CULTURAL ARTS
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under policy direction, to plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate Library and Cultural
Arts programs; to perform professional library work; and to perform related
responsibilities as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, organize, and direct the City's library service program.
Develop and recommend department policies and procedures and direct their
implementation.
Formulate departmental rules, procedures and policies, and see that they are carried out.
Ensures the quality of the library collection.
Manage employees through other supervisors; set goals and objectives; select train,
motivate staff; assess performance and make salary recommendations.
Prepare reports for the City Manager, City Council, Library Board of Trustees, and
others.
Respond to the most difficult citizen complaints and requests for information.
Represent the City Library and Cultural Arts Department in the community and at
professional meetings as required.
Provide a variety of technical and professional staff assistance to the City's Library
Board of Trustees; serve as liaison to the Friends of the Library.
Direct the preparation and administration of the recommended departmental work
program and annual budget.
Coordinate library related activities with City departments and divisions, and with outside
agencies.
May serve as the Acting Assistant City Manager as assigned.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of organization, administration, budgeting, and human
resource management.
Modern library organization, objectives, services, and their application to the City
Library and Cultural Arts program.
Books, sources, bibliographies, reference materials, cataloging and circulation
procedures.
Applicable federal, state, local and governmental agency legal requirements
affecting library administration.
Strategic management techniques and methodology.
Research methods and techniques and methods of report presentation.
Ability to:
Plan, direct and coordinate the services of a city library and cultural arts division.
Provide administrative and professional leadership for the department.
Establish and maintain effective library policies and procedures.
Promote community interest and enthusiasm in library and cultural arts services.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of
proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to
changing situations and needs.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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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:
Master of Library Science degree from an American Library Association accredited
library school, and five years of increasingly responsible professional and
administrative library experience, preferably including three years of experience in
supervisory capacity.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course
of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
The employee works under typical office conditions and the noise level is usually quiet.
Employees may be required to travel to work sites or other sites for meetings.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: MAINTENANCE WORKER I
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II
DEPARTMENT; PARKS AND RECREATION
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, to perform a variety of gardening and maintenance tasks in the
construction, maintenance and repair of recreation facilities, and to do related work as
assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry-level class in the park maintenance worker
series. Positions in this class normally perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled
gardening and park maintenance activities. Under the training concept, positions assigned
to the class of Park Maintenance Worker II which become vacant may reasonably be
filled at the Maintenance Worker I level, with the understanding that future reassignment
to the Park Maintenance Worker II class in most cases is to be expected.
Park Maintenance Worker II: This is the Journey level in the park maintenance worker
series. Positions in this class normally perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled
gardening and park maintenance activities. All positions assigned to this class require the
ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative. Park Maintenance
Worker II may also be expected to assist in the preparation and training of less
experienced personnel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Assist in the training of less experienced maintenance workers.
Water, mow, weed, trim, renovate, and fertilize grass.
Rake leaves, clean walks, fields, courts, and other facilities.
Load trimmings on trucks.
Spade and otherwise prepare ground around plants and shrubs,, including mixing and
applying fertilizers.
Plant trees, flowers, shrubs and turf.
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Pick up rubbish and paper and perform general grounds cleaning.
Perform routine cleaning and semi-skilled maintenance in park buildings and recreation
buildings in the park area.
Operate power mowers, edgers, and other equipment.
Drive vehicles as required and assist in routine maintenance on such vehicles.
Assist in moving and installing park and recreational facilities.
Install and maintain water sprinkler systems.
Perform routine maintenance and upkeep on swimming pools.
May assist in street maintenance, building maintenance, or other public works projects, as
required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Maintenance Worker I:
Knowledge of:
Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in maintenance and
construction work.
Safe work practices.
Ability to;
Use the hand and light power tools required in general grounds and public works
maintenance work.
Perform heavy manual labor.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with contacted in the course of
work.
Park Maintenance Worker II:
In addition to the qualifications for Maintenance Worker I:
Knowledge of:
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Plant pests and diseases, and methods of their control and eradication.
Basic construction and repair methods, including carpentry, pipe fitting, painting,
and cement work applicable to park maintenance and construction.
Maintenance and repair of light equipment.
Ability to:
Perform semi-skilled and skilled park maintenance work.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Assist in the supervision and training of less experienced personnel.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to 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 one year of experience performing duties comparable to those of a
Maintenance Worker I.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
The ability to obtain and maintain state and federally mandated requirements to operate
assigned equipment, machinery and vehicles essential to the job.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS:
Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift, carry and manipulate objects
weighing up to 50 Ibs above the waist and to perform sustained heavy physical labor.
Maintenance workers must be physically able to stand, stoop, bend, lift and maintain
awkward body positions for prolonged periods of time. Must be willing to work outdoors
in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
APPROVED: 6/2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; MUNICIPAL PROPERTY MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: PROPERTY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
BASIC FUNCTION:
Plan, organize, and direct assigned functions in the Property and Environmental Management
Department, including Fleet, Facilities, Real Property Management and other divisional areas as
assigned. Provide general strategic and administrative direction to city departments, as assigned.
Supervise, direct, lead and develop subordinate supervisors. Perform highly responsible and complex
professional administrative work. Perform related responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a single incumbent class that reports to the Property and Environmental Management Director
and is the senior manager of Fleet, Facilities, Real Property Management and other divisional areas
as assigned. This level acts as a division manager for the assigned areas, and supervises other
management level supervisors and lower level staff in directing the divisional work activities and
programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement strategy, goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned division(s).
Plan, organize and direct, through subordinate management personnel, assigned divisional programs.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff, as required. Direct the adherence of safe work practices
for all personnel.
Plan, organize and direct the implementation of the City's Real Estate Programs, including
overseeing all related activities, negotiating acquisitions, leases, and contracts. Develop and
negotiate revenue enhancement strategies and contracts related to City real estate holdings,
acquisitions and leasing.
Provide staff support to the City Council and other boards, committees and commissions
established to address real estate issues. Conduct special studies and prepare comprehensive
reports related to real estate activities. Analyze and prepare reports as assigned, present to Council
or to other staff, the public or outside agencies as necessary during the course of work.
Develop, administer and monitor division budgets and contracts; evaluate and recommend staffing
needs, equipment, materials and supplies. Direct the maintenance of time, material and equipment
use records.
Supervise the enforcement of City ordinances and interpret department policies and procedures.
Receive, investigate, and resolve complaints.
Oversee preparation of detailed specifications for new fleet vehicles and equipment purchases,
coordinate purchases with other departments, ensure inspection of fleet purchases and verify proper
preparation of new fleet vehicles and equipment to meet user department requirements.
Oversee maintenance and repair of City-owned buildings, HVAC and other building related
equipment, ensure proper preparation of specifications for building maintenance and custodial
contract services, coordinate maintenance work with other departments and ensure proper inspection
of facility maintenance work.
Coordinate services and activities with other City departments, divisions, sections and with outside
agencies.
Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS;
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of the management and administration of City-owned real estate.
Applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and requirements pertaining
to California real estate administration. Relevant city codes, policies and procedures.
Principles and practices of organization, administration, budgeting and personnel
management. Practical elements of division and functional assignment.
Effective customer service and public, business and community relations
techniques.
Research methods, statistical analysis and techniques and methods of report preparation and
presentation.
Types and level of maintenance and repair activities generally performed in a public works field
division maintenance program. Materials and equipment used in assigned division.
Building maintenance and repair methods and requirements.
General principles of operation and management of fleet vehicles and equipment.
Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work.
Geography of the City, including the location of streets and civic facilities.
Ability to:
Plan, organize and implement a comprehensive program for assigned division and functional areas.
Conduct studies, prepare comprehensive reports and determine cost-effective ways for efficient and
effective operation of division responsibilities.
Provide administrative and professional leadership for assigned staff and entire department.
Properly interpret, and make decisions in accordance with laws, codes,
regulations and policies.
Analyze problems and issues, identify alternative solutions, project consequences
of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; present ideas and concepts
persuasively in speaking before groups or writing for publication. Effectively negotiate with
external stakeholders.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with City officials, employees,
representatives from other agencies and the public.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to
changing situations and needs.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION;
Any combination equivalent to 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:
Equivalent to completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or
university in the field of business or public administration, construction management, or a
closely related field; and five years of increasingly responsible experience in
public works administration, construction management and real estate
management and financing.
A master's degree public or business administration or a related field is highly
desirable.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
Possession of a Real Estate Broker's License. Must be obtained within six months of assuming
job duties.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the
course of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
This position is typically situated in an office setting. Frequent daily and weekly travel
to meetings within the City and to various out-of-City locations is necessary in the course
of performing duties. Ability to work in a standard office environment as well as inspecting
construction or work sites.
This is an at-will Management classification.
DATE APPROVED July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER III
DEPARTMENT: PARKS AND RECREATION
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, to assume primary responsibility for the maintenance of park
areas; to do a variety of semiskilled and skilled work in the maintenance of park grounds,
equipment, buildings, facilities, and swimming pools; and to do related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS;
Positions allocated to this class are expected to perform the most skilled and complex
park maintenance, construction and repair work, and may assume lead supervision
responsibilities for other park maintenance personnel as assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Perform semi-skilled and skilled construction, maintenance, and repair of park structures
and accessories using the techniques of carpentry, plumbing, and cement work.
Assign work to maintenance workers; assist in the training and coaching of less
experienced personnel; provide input related to the performance of assigned maintenance
crew.
Ensure maintenance work is performed according to work procedures and standards
established by the Park Maintenance Department.
Water, mow, weed, trim, renovate, and fertilize grass.
Rake leaves, clean walks, fields, courts, and other facilities.
Spray weeds.
Mix concrete, prepare forms, and pour foundations.
Erect block walls and roof framings.
Install plumbing fixtures in park restrooms.
Paint and plaster surfaces as required.
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Operate equipment and vehicles as required and assist in routine maintenance on such
equipment.
Perform other building maintenance and repair tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of;
Tools, equipment and procedures used in the construction, repair, and
maintenance of buildings, and swimming pool facilities.
Basic methods, tools, materials and equipment used in ground maintenance work.
Basic principles of supervision.
Safe work practices.
Ability to;
Use hand tools and equipment used in park construction, maintenance and repair.
Use the hand and power tools required in general grounds maintenance work.
Perform heavy manual labor.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and
those contacted in the course of work.
Work effectively without direct supervision.
Supervise and evaluate assigned staff.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION;
Any combination equivalent to 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:
Two years of skilled park or general landscape maintenance experience and
specialized training in park and/or tree maintenance work.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT;
The ability to obtain and maintain state and federally mandated requirements to operate
assigned equipment and machinery and vehicles essential to the job.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS:
Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift, carry and manipulate objects
weighing up to 50 Ibs above the waist and to perform sustained heavy physical labor.
Maintenance workers must be physically able to stand, stoop, bend, lift and maintain
awkward body positions for prolonged periods of time. Must be willing to work outdoors
in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
APPROVED: 6/2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT: PARKS AND RECREATION
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under policy direction, to plan, direct, organize and coordinate the Parks, Recreation, Senior and
Park Planning activities; and perform related responsibilities as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, organize and direct the activities of the City's Parks, Recreation, Senior and Park Planning
programs.
Develop and ensure implementation of department rules, procedures, and policies as well as the
goals, objectives and policies of the Parks and Recreation Element and other associated elements
of the City's General Plan.
Manage employees through other supervisors; set goals and objectives; select train, motivate
staff; assess performance and make salary recommendations.
Respond to the most difficult citizen complaints and requests for information.
Prepare and administer the department budget.
Recommend adoption and assist in preparation and revision of related ordinances.
Provide staff support to the Parks and Recreation Commission and Senior Commission, and
other related advisory groups involved in the issues of the Parks, Recreation, Senior and Park
Planning programs.
Attend and make presentations at meetings of the City Council and various Recreation and Park
Planning related commissions, community organizations and civic groups.
Coordinate department activities with other City departments and divisions, and with outside
agencies.
Represent the City in the community and at professional meetings as required.
Coordinate the researching, application, implementation and monitoring of grant opportunities
and activities at the local, state and federal level.
Parks and Recreation Director
May serve as the Acting Assistant City Manager as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties
as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific job. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Knowledge of:
Concepts, objectives and requirements of the Parks, Recreation, Senior and Park Planning
Programs, facilities, and operations.
Principles, methods and procedures used in Recreation and Senior programs, advanced
planning strategies, and developing and administering park master planning.
Principles of Park and related facilities acquisition, construction techniques and
maintenance and operation of facilities.
Principles of organization, administration, budget and personnel management, grant
opportunities and administration thereof.
Federal, state, county and municipal laws, regulations and codes related to Parks,
Recreation, Senior and Park Planning operations.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ability to:
Plan, organize and direct a Citywide program of Parks, Recreation, Senior and Park
Planning activities.
Provide administrative and professional leadership for the department.
Develop and administer annual and long-range programs and budgets.
Research, apply for, implement and monitor grant opportunities and activities at the local,
State and Federal level.
Supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of
the work.
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Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed
actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing
situations and needs.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in
recreation, park management, public administration or related field; and five (5) years of
increasingly responsible management experience in a community services department,
such as, recreation or parks, including a minimum three years at an administrative or
management level.
A master's degree in public or business administration is highly desirable.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING;
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in
person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment;
and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to walk and stand. Specific
vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to read and
operate office equipment as necessary during the course of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written and
oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data, information and
documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning and
abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new
information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under
intensive deadlines; and interact with staff, Council members and others encountered in the
course of work.
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Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors; ability to
travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under pressure and
potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
Parks and Recreation Director
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: PARKS SUPERINTENDENT
DEPARTMENT; PARKS AND RECREATION
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general direction, to assist in the development and implementation of a parks, open space,
school fields, civic facilities, community gardens, medians planters, street trees, trails, and beach
accesses maintenance and enhancement program; to plan, direct and supervise the maintenance
and enhancement of the above areas, and to do related work as assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, organize, and assign the work of subordinates engaged in landscaping grounds, maintaining
buildings, and other facilities, and installing, maintaining and removing trees.
Design and layout landscape work such as irrigation and sprinkler systems on athletic fields and
recreation areas.
Personally inspect and review the work of subordinates and supervise the planting of shrubs,
grass, trees and other landscape features.
Coordinate the repair of equipment used in above maintenance work.
Assist in the enforcement of City ordinances governing the safe and proper use of parks and
other recreational areas and facilities.
Respond to citizen complaints and requests for information.
Requisition and purchase materials and supplies.
Prepare work schedules.
Estimate labor and material cast for work to be performed.
Maintain records of work performed and supplies used.
Attend meetings and provide staff information to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Coordinate park maintenance activities with other City departments and divisions, and with
outside agencies.
Participate in budget preparation and administration.
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Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
Serve as Parks and Recreation Director as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS;
Knowledge of:
Modern methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in the planting, cultivating,
propagating, fertilizing, and trimming of trees, shrubs, flowers and lawns.
Plant pests and diseases, and the methods for their control and eradication.
Basic construction and repair methods, including carpentry, pipe fitting, painting, and
cement work.
Maintenance and repair of light power equipment.
Safe work practices.
Record-keeping and reporting procedures.
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Ability to;
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Perform a variety of skilled tasks in park maintenance activity.
Plan, assign, and supervise subordinate employees in the performance of park
maintenance activities.
Maintain proper records and prepare accurate reports.
Read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
EXPERIENCE 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:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in parks, trees, or ground maintenance,
including three years in a supervisory capacity.
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Specialized training in landscape and building construction, maintenance, and repair,
supplemented by at least two years of college academic training involving horticulture,
park management, and business administration.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS;
Possession of a valid Class 'C' California Driver's license.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in
person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment;
and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision
and the ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the
course of the work assignments. The employee is frequently required to walk and stand to
inspect work sites.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written and
oral communication skills; read and interpret schematic data, narrative and statistical information
and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning;
observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform
highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact
with staff, vendors, contractors, and the public encountered in the course of work.
The employee periodically works in the field, exposed to the outdoors and all weather
conditions. Employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, dust, dirt, and construction site
conditions. Employee is required to attend meetings and travel within and outside City limits
during normal work hours, and periodically on evenings and on weekends, and at any time
during emergency call outs.
APPROVED: 6/2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: PARKS/TREES SUPERVISOR
DEPARTMENT; PARKS AND RECREATION
BASIC FUNCTION;
Under functional supervision, to supervise the maintenance and enhancement of landscaped
areas in public parks, open space, school fields, civic facilities, community gardens, medians,
planters, street trees, trails, and beach accesses.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Plan, organize and supervise subordinate personnel in the maintenance and enhancement of the
above landscaped areas, including but not limited to: mowing, trimming, weeding, and treating
grass, ground covers, shrubs and trees, including the use of chemicals in the control or insects
and diseases; planting and transplanting of grass, ground covers, shrubs, and trees; removing and
replacing grass, ground covers, shrubs, and trees, as necessary.
Supervise the installation and repair of irrigation systems, recreation equipment, athletic
facilities, synthetic turf, and other landscape features.
Select, train, and evaluate assigned personnel; monitor workflow; assign and prioritize work
activities; and recommend methods and procedures.
Oversee the accuracy and maintenance of time, material and equipment use records; prepare job
estimates and establish priorities for work crews.
Requisition supplies and materials and monitor inventories.
Recommend the purchase of equipment and assist in the development of specifications.
Receive, investigate and resolve complaints.
Check the above landscaped areas for needed maintenance and repair.
Inspect work sites before, during and after completion to assure work is completed in a
satisfactory and thorough manner.
Collect data necessary to prepare division budget; monitor and approve expenditures within
budget limits.
Ensure the accuracy and retention of various records, and prepare reports as required.
Ensure the adherence of safe work practices by maintenance and office staff.
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Assist in the preparation of a variety of bid specifications and contract administration as
necessary.
Coordinate field services and maintenance activities with other City departments, divisions and
with outside agencies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties
as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific job. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Knowledge of:
• Modern methods, practices, materials, equipment, and tools used in the planting, cultivating,
propagating, fertilizing, and trimming of grass, ground covers, shrubs, and trees.
• Grass, ground cover, shrub, and tree pests and diseases, and the methods of their control and
eradication.
• Basic construction and repair methods, including carpentry, pipe fitting, painting and cement
work.
• Applicable state and local codes and regulations related to assigned work.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work.
• Principles of organization, administration, budget and personnel management.
Ability to:
• Supervise a landscape and civic facilities maintenance and operations program.
• Determine cost-effective ways for efficient and effective operation of a landscape and civic
facilities maintenance program.
• Supervise the development and retention of records, and prepare reports.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Supervise, train and evaluate subordinates.
• Read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• 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 would be qualifying. A typical background would include:
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Four years of increasingly responsible experience in parks, trees, or grounds maintenance,
including two years in a supervisory capacity.
Specialized training in landscape and building construction, maintenance, and repair,
supplemented by two years of college academic training involving horticulture, park
management, and business administration.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Class 'C' California driver's license.
Parks Maintenance Section: Possession of a Qualified Applicator's Certificate
Trees Maintenance Section: Possession of an International Society of Aboriculture Arborist's
License
PHYSICAL STANDARDS:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in
person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment;
and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision
and the ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the
course of the work assignments. The employee is frequently required to walk and stand to
inspect work sites.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written and
oral communication skills; read and interpret schematic data, narrative and statistical information
and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning;
observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform
highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact
with staff, vendors, contractors, and the public encountered in the course of work.
The employee periodically works in the field, exposed to the outdoors and all weather
conditions. Employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, dust, dirt, and construction site
conditions. Employee is required to attend meetings and travel within and outside City limits
during normal work hours, and periodically on evenings and on weekends, and at any time
during emergency call outs.
DATE APPROVED: 6/2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; PROPERTY & ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT: PROPERTY & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under broad administrative direction, plan, organize, direct and coordinate the City's
Property and Environmental Management departments and programs; perform highly
responsible and complex professional administrative work; and perform related
responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a single incumbent position reporting directly to the Deputy City Manager. This
incumbent provides general strategic and administrative direction to the City departments
that are assigned, which typically include: Real Estate, Facilities Management, Fleet
Management, Civic Project Management and Environmental Programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
Analyze data, make recommendations, prepare reports and make presentations on the
formulation of policy and procedure, and staffing and organizational requirements for
Property and Environmental Management, in alignment with guiding principles adopted
by the City Council.
Ensure environmental thinking and decision making are included into the city's core
business strategies.
Employ a comprehensive view of the life cycle of facilities and capital assets to improve
the delivery of the City's missions and goals.
Recommend and provide consulting for the acquisition and disposition of land, water and
easements and the protection of natural resources in the forms of parks, protected open
space and wildlife areas.
Direct the maintenance and care of the City's real estate holdings to maximize usage and
revenue generation potential for citizens and employees.
Develop comprehensive strategies to integrate the design and/or construction phases of
facilities projects with operational and sustainability requirements.
Property & Environmental Management Director
Provide consultation and support to the organization in areas including: incident
response, agency permits for City projects and alternative or applicable grant funding.
Coordinate and provide responsible staff assistance to the City Manager, City Council
and other City boards and commissions as assigned.
Assist in the development of the City's overall goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
Conduct difficult policy and fiscal-related analytical studies and reports involving the
evaluation of departmental operations and service programs.
For areas of responsibility, oversee the preparation, coordination and analysis of annual
department budgets; direct the preparation of multiple departmental work programs and
annual budgets.
Attend and make presentations at meetings of the City Council, and other City boards and
commissions.
Represent the City at community or professional meetings; make presentations to
Council, advisory committees, business and educational groups on a variety of
department issues.
Establish inclusive citizen involvement that promotes understanding, input and feedback
to further the department's mission.
Attend conferences, schools and professional meetings to keep abreast of new
developments in civic property and environmental management and administration.
Coordinate activities with other City departments and other public or private agencies.
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
QUALIFICATIONS;
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of;
Environmental management systems, environmental reporting and information
management. Sustainability planning, performance assessment and annual reporting
Civic project planning and land-use integration.
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Principles of organization, administration, budget and human resources management.
Federal, State, municipal laws, statutes, codes and ordinances related to property and
environmental management.
Local government financial practices and procedures.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ability to;
Plan, organize and direct the City's Property and Environmental Management programs.
Provide administrative and professional leadership for the department.
Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed
actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Develop and administer annual and long-range programs and budgets.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing
situations and needs.
Work cooperatively and effectively with management staff, employees and others.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and preferably a graduate degree from an accredited
college or university with major course work in civil engineering or related field, and,
five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of civil
engineering, public works or a closely related field at an administrative or management
level.
A master's degree in public or business administration is highly desirable.
Property & Environmental Management Director
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course
of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under
pressure and potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED July 2010
Property & Environmental Management Director
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: SENIOR ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
DEPARTMENT; CITY ATTORNEY
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general direction of the City Attorney, perform the most difficult and highly responsible
legal work; advise City officials and major services areas on legal issues through research and
consultation; prepare opinions, ordinances, and resolutions; represent and advise the City, the
Redevelopment Agency, and the Carlsbad Municipal Water District on legal issues; advise and
participate in all civil litigation; prosecute civil and criminal violations of City ordinances; and
perform other related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING FACTORS;
This is a supervising professional role, the other staff attorneys in the organization report to this
incumbent.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Provide legal advice to City Council, Boards, Commissions, Committees, City Manager,
Assistant City Manager, all major service areas, and City department heads; perform legal
research and interpret and apply laws, decisions and other legal authority.
Litigate all assigned cases, including claims against City and violations of ordinances and codes.
Prepare trial and appellate briefs and represent the City in court.
Prepare various legal documents including contracts, ordinances, resolutions, leases, motions,
deeds, memoranda, opinions and other documents.
Act as legal advisor to City Boards, Commissions and Committees, Design Review Board,
Housing Commission, Planning Commission, provides code enforcement.
Review and update ordinances, rules and regulations necessary for municipal compliance with
State and Federal laws, including environmental, financial disclosure, conflicts of interest,
political reform, subdivision, redevelopment, planning, coastal act and housing laws.
May assign, supervise and review the work of professional, clerical, interns and other
subordinates involved in a wide variety of legal research and record maintenance work.
Represent the City in the community and with professional organizations.
Senior Assistant City Attorney
Review and approve bids, bonds, insurance and claims.
Perform necessary legal work related to the acquisition, disposal and improvement of real
property.
Serve on committees and projects as assigned.
Perform related duties as determined by the City Attorney.
Serve as Acting City Attorney as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS;
This is a single incumbent position that reports to the City Attorney.
QUALIFICATIONS;
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties
as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific job. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Knowledge of;
State and local government law, including land use, labor and employment, water law,
tort, contract, public works, construction, labor and redevelopment law, and
computerized legal research.
Principles and procedures of municipal law and the ability to apply this knowledge,
method and practice in order to achieve the Council's goals and objectives and to
implement its policies, procedures and programs in a lawful manner.
Judicial procedures and the corresponding rules of evidence; local ordinance, state and
operation; municipal government structure and operations and relationships to other
public jurisdictions.
City of Carlsbad's codes, ordinances, policies, rules and practices.
Ability to;
Prepare legal documents.
Review and propose solutions to legal issues.
Explain and apply complicated legal principles to the programs, policies and operations
of the City government.
Senior Assistant City Attorney
Represent the City in litigation and administrative proceedings.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed
actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing
situations and needs.
Work cooperatively and effectively with management staff, employees and others.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience that could likely provide the
required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school and admission to the
California State Bar Association and admission to practice law in California state and federal
courts, and five years of professional municipal experience including significant trial and/or
appellate experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT;
A member of the California Bar and qualified to practice law before all of the courts of this state
and all federal courts as necessary including the United States Supreme Court.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING;
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in
person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment;
and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to walk and stand. Specific
vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to read and
operate office equipment as necessary during the course of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written and
oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data, information and
documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning and
abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new
information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under
intensive deadlines; and interact with staff, Council members and others encountered in the
course of work.
Senior Assistant City Attorney
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors; ability to
travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under pressure and
potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER
DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION
BASIC FUNCTION;
Under general direction, plan, organize and direct the Traffic Division of the
Transportation Department to perform highly complex traffic engineering work in the
design, construction, and maintenance of transportation related facilities; to supervise and
coordinate transportation related public works projects; and to do related work as
assigned. Coordinate activities with other departments, governmental agencies and other
outside organizations; provide technical and administrative staff assistance.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a single incumbent classification. The incumbent assigned to this class is a
Department Division Head responsible for supervising the work of professional and
technical engineering staff and for performing the most difficult and complex traffic and
transportation engineering work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct and implement the development of division goals and operating policies and
procedures relative to the areas of traffic and transportation engineering. Supervise,
perform, and coordinate traffic engineering work involving the design and installation of
transportation facilities such as traffic lighting, traffic control devices, bikeways, streets,
parking facilities, and other vehicular and pedestrian traffic systems.
Provide general direction to traffic engineering staff and coordinate all issues needing
Council approval or policy direction for the division.
Assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow review and evaluate
projects, methods and procedures.
Develop and administer the division budget; evaluate staffing needs, equipment,
materials, and supplies with key management staff; monitor and approve expenditures.
Develop and administer the capital improvement budget; review and recommend
approval for all construction plans including cost estimates.
Coordinate engineering activities with those of other departments, governmental agencies
and other outside organizations; resolve problems and complaints.
City Traffic Engineer
Supervise the design and checking of plans and specifications for traffic channelization,
traffic signals, street and safety lighting, detours, parking facilities, and other methods of
controlling traffic flow and providing for traffic safety in accordance with established city
standards; review and sign plans; review and approve plan revisions.
Negotiate complex agreements. Prepare, review, and interpret agreements and contracts
and prepare for signature.
Serve as lead support staff member for Traffic Safety Commission and as a member of
the Traffic Safety Coordinating Committee.
Work with private development engineers and contractors to review plans and coordinate
work involving traffic systems in privately constructed residential, commercial, and
industrial projects.
Coordinate and/or participate in overall transit planning, long-range transportation
planning, special planning/development studies and overview of private development
traffic impacts.
Perform field inspections of the traffic system elements of projects prior to, during, and
upon completion of construction.
Collect, analyze data, conduct special studies, and perform other work necessary to
maintain an up-to-date inventory of traffic control devices, streets, and related
transportation elements.
Prepare written reports on traffic engineering-related projects. Represent the City in the
community and at professional meetings as required.
Coordinate traffic engineering-related activities with other City departments and
divisions, and with outside agencies.
Direct and participate in the preparation and evaluation of technical studies, reports and
analyses related to engineering services; analyze and evaluate study results and
implement findings.
Serve as a member of committees as assigned.
Oversee adjustment to traffic signal timing patterns and development of system
enhancement.
Select, train, motivate, supervise and maintain a high level of efficiency among assigned
staff.
Perform related duties as assigned.
City Traffic Engineer
QUALIFICATIONS;
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of:
Advanced traffic engineering principles and practices as applied to private developments
and municipal public works.
Techniques for preparing designs, plans, specifications, reports, and recommendations
related to public works projects.
City policies and procedures governing engineering operations.
Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations, policies and procedures
related to the engineering, development and construction of projects.
Principles, practices and techniques of public administration including budget and
personnel administration.
Municipal operations as they relate to other City departments and divisions.
Principles and techniques of supervision and management.
California laws and regulations pertaining to traffic.
Ability to:
Perform technical traffic engineering work of a complex nature.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Supervise, train, and evaluate professional and technical staff.
Plan, organize, and direct the activities of assigned area of responsibility.
Interpret applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Develop and administer a division budget.
Prepare and analyze technical reports, statements, contracts and legal documents.
City Traffic Engineer
Maintain effective work relationships with staff, other governmental agencies,
contractors and the general public.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required
knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and
abilities would be:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in
civil engineering or a related field is required. In addition, five years of increasingly
responsible and varied professional engineering experience involving the design and
construction of a variety of public facilities and projects, including a special focus in
traffic engineering, including two years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid license as a Registered Civil Engineer issued by the State of
California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
Possession of a valid license as a Traffic Engineer issued by the State of California Board
of Registration for Professional Engineers.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING;
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to read and operate office
equipment as necessary during the course of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff, City
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
The employee works under typical office conditions and the noise level is usually quiet.
Employee is required to attend meetings and travel within and outside City limits during
normal work hours and periodically in the evenings and on weekends.
This is an at-will Management classification.
DATE APPROVED: 07/2010
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: TRANSPORTATION DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION & TRAFFIC
BASIC FUNCTION;
Under broad administrative direction, develop and oversee transportation plans, policies
and funding programs. Determine short term and long range transit solutions that address
the City's increased need for mobility and accessibility. Perform highly responsible and
complex professional administrative work; and perform related responsibilities as
required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a single incumbent position reporting directly to the Deputy City Manager. This
incumbent provides general strategic and administrative direction to the City departments
that are assigned, which typically include Traffic Design Engineering, Traffic Monitoring
and Inspection, Traffic Signal Maintenance, Streets and Lighting Maintenance,
Transportation Management, and Pavement Management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
Analyze data, make recommendations, prepare reports and make presentations on the
formulation of policy and procedure, and staffing and organizational requirements for
Transportation and Traffic Management, in alignment with guiding principles adopted by
the City Council.
Plan transportation improvements that focus on improving the mobility of people and
promote transit-oriented community development.
Lead and manage traffic efforts involving the design and installation of vehicular and
pedestrian transportation systems such as streets, bikeways and parking facilities.
Develop work plans, research issues and evaluate operational needs and policies for City
and regional transportation plans and projects; establish shared traffic service objectives
for high priority transportation improvement projects.
Direct the efforts of traffic design engineering, street and lighting maintenance activities
and traffic signal maintenance. Ensure effective management and planning of pavement
overlay programs.
Oversee and promote public outreach concerning projects, policies, activities and services
of the transportation department.
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Coordinate and provide responsible staff assistance to the City Manager, City Council
and other City boards and commissions as assigned.
Assist in the development of the City's overall goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
Conduct difficult policy and fiscal-related analytical studies and reports involving the
evaluation of departmental operations and service programs.
For areas of responsibility, oversee the preparation, coordination and analysis of annual
department budgets; direct the preparation of multiple departmental work programs and
annual budgets.
Attend and make presentations at meetings of the City Council, and other City boards and
commissions.
Participate in regional transportation activities and maintain city presence and position on
regional committees/commissions.
Direct the preparation, development and evaluation of technical studies; analyze and
determine necessary actions.;
Represent the City at community or professional meetings; make presentations to
advisory committees, business and educational groups on a variety of department issues.
Establish inclusive citizen involvement that promotes understanding, input and feedback
to further the department's mission.
Attend conferences, schools and professional meetings to keep abreast of new
developments in transportation and traffic management and administration.
Coordinate activities with other City departments and other public or private agencies.
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
QUALIFICATIONS;
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of:
Principles of organization, administration, budget and human resources management.
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Federal, State, municipal laws, statutes, codes and ordinances related to transportation
and traffic management.
Local government financial practices and procedures.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ability to;
Plan, organize and direct the City's Transportation and Traffic Management programs.
Provide administrative and professional leadership for the department.
Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed
actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Develop and administer annual and long-range programs and budgets.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing
situations and needs.
Work cooperatively and effectively with management staff, employees and others.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and preferably a graduate degree from an accredited
college or university with major course work in civil engineering or related field, and,
five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of civil
engineering, public works or a closely related field at an administrative or management
level.
Transportation Director
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid license as a Registered Civil Engineer issued by the State of
California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course
of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work under
pressure and potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED July 2010
Transportation Director
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; TREE TRIMMER I
TREE TRIMMER II
DEPARTMENT: PARKS AND RECREATION
BASIC FUNCTION;
Under general supervision, to perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in
pruning, trimming, felling, and topping trees; to operate and maintain tree trimming
equipment; and to do related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS;
Tree Trimmer I: This is the entry level class in the tree trimmer series. Positions in this
class normally perform a variety of moderately difficult tasks relating to the transplanting,
trimming, pruning, and removal of trees. Generally, work is observed and reviewed
during its performance and upon completion, and changes in procedure or exceptions to
rules are explained as they arise. Under the training concept, positions assigned to the
class of Tree Trimmer II which become vacant may reasonably be filled at the Tree
Trimmer I level.
Tree Trimmer II: This is the journey level in the tree trimmer series. A Tree Trimmer II
is expected, within a framework of established procedures, to perform a variety of
difficult tree trimming duties with only occasional instruction or assistance. Adequate
performance at this level requires the exercise of initiative and independent judgement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
Trim and top trees, lower limbs, remove cuttings, and operate tree trimming equipment.
Climb trees using hooks, ropes, cables, and ladders.
Remove dead, broken, undesired branches, and tops of trees using saws, axes, and other
tools, both hand and powered.
Operate bucket equipment to reach trimming area.
Spray trees periodically.
Check and assist in maintaining equipment.
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May supervise the work of less experienced personnel as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of;
Basic tree trimming methods, techniques, equipment and procedures.
Safe work practices.
Ability to:
Perform high climbing and trimming work in trees.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Operate a variety of basic tree trimming tools and equipment.
Establish and maintain cooperative work 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 and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities
would be one year of experience in tree climbing, trimming and topping work.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT;
Possession of a valid Class III California Driver's License.
TREE TRIMMER II
In addition to the qualifications for Tree Trimmer I:
Knowledge of:
Tree planting and maintenance methods.
Ability to:
Use hand and power tools skillfully and safely.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Assist in the supervision and, training of less experienced personnel.
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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 one year of experience performing duties comparable to
those of a Tree Trimmer I.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT;
The ability to obtain and maintain state and federally mandated requirements to operate
assigned equipment, machinery and vehicles essential to the job.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS:
Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift, carry and manipulate objects
weighing up to 50 Ibs above the waist and to perform sustained heavy physical labor.
Maintenance workers must be physically able to stand, stoop, bend, lift and maintain
awkward body positions for prolonged periods of time. Must be willing to work outdoors
in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: TREE TRIMMER LEAD WORKER
DEPARTMENT: PARKS AND RECREATION
BASIC FUNCTION;
Under general supervision, to supervise and personally perform tree trimming work; to
supervise and personally operate and maintain tree trimming equipment; and to do related
work as assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervise employees engaged in trimming and topping trees, lowering limbs, removing
cuttings, and operating tree trimming equipment.
Insure that equipment is placed in a safe manner.
Supervise the placement of personnel and equipment in a manner which causes minimum
interference with pedestrians and vehicular traffic.
Personally perform climbing, trimming and pruning work.
Supervise and personally sharpen saws.
Check and maintain equipment.
Train subordinates in the use of trucks and in the use of tree climbing and trimming
equipment.
Spray trees periodically.
Maintain records of work performed and supplies used.
Assist in the supervision, training and evaluation of subordinates.
QUALIFICATIONS;
Knowledge of:
Materials, equipment and methods used in the care, trimming and removal of
trees.
Tree planting and maintenance methods.
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Safe work practices.
Ability to:
Perform high climbing and trimming work in City trees.
Use hand and power tools skillfully and safely.
Schedule the work of a tree trimming crew.
Maintain proper records and prepare accurate reports.
Establish carry out oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with the course of work.
Supervise, train and evaluate subordinates.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to 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:
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in tree maintenance. Specialized
training in tree maintenance.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT;
The ability to obtain and maintain state and federally mandated requirements to operate
assigned equipment and machinery and vehicles essential to the job.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS:
Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift, carry and manipulate objects
weighing up to 50 Ibs above the waist and to perform sustained heavy physical labor.
Maintenance workers must be physically able to stand, stoop, bend, lift and maintain
awkward body positions for prolonged periods of time. Must be willing to work outdoors
in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE; UTILITIES DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT: UTILITIES
BASIC FUNCTION;
Under broad administrative direction, responsible for policy development, fiscal
management, administration and operation of all water, wastewater and storm drain
functions, programs and activities. Provide oversight and administration of the solid
waste and recycling programs. Serve the customer base of Carlsbad's utilities and
diversified assets, build and operate infrastructure and manage energy commodities.
Perform highly responsible and complex professional administrative work; and perform
related responsibilities as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a single incumbent position reporting directly to the Deputy City Manager. This
incumbent provides general strategic and administrative direction to the City departments
that are assigned, which typically include water, recycled water, wastewater, storm
drains, solid waste, recycling, and energy management. This position functions as the
General Manager for the CMWD.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES;
Analyze data, make recommendations, prepare reports and make presentations on the
formulation of policy and procedure, and staffing and organizational requirements for
Utilities Management, in alignment with guiding principles adopted by the City Council
and CMWD Board of Directors.
Develop infrastructure, operate utilities and provide related products and services to the
City and the region as applicable.
Work closely with contracting organizations and appropriate federal and state agencies
regarding the viability of water supplies; advise the City council on issues and programs.
Consult with and advise City and CMWD representatives on County Water Authority
Board and Encina Wastewater Authority Board.
Ensure that the CMWD is in compliance with all contractual and legal requirements
regarding the quantity and quality of water provided. Ensure compliance with California
Water Code and San Diego's Local Agency Formation Commission.
Utilities Director
Direct and review the preparation or examination of public and private engineering plans,
specifications, design, cost estimates and legal descriptions for a variety of construction
and maintenance projects.
Plan and direct a comprehensive program relating to overall utility goals, objectives,
operating policy and procedures.
Comply with current regional and state requirements; participate and collaborate in
meeting and adjudicative matters/processes/hearing.
Explore alternative energy resources such as solar energy and wind.
Plan and direct programs relating to production, storage, treatment, transmission and
distribution of the water supply, seawater desalination and recycled water.
Plan and direct programs relating to wastewater collection and treatment.
Direct the preparation, development and evaluation of technical studies; analyze and
determine necessary actions. Ensure efficient planning and management of contracts.
Coordinate and integrate Carlsbad utility programs and operations with that of other
public jurisdictions.
Incorporate environmentally-friendly practices into utility facilities and daily operations;
bring awareness of energy efficiency to the community.
Act in concert with the direction of the City Council and CMWD Board to mitigate
financial impact of water and other utility interests for the City of Carlsbad and CMWD.
Represent the Carlsbad utility in conferences and studies relating to water supply and
administration at local, state and national levels. Make presentations to City Council and
CMWD Board, advisory committees, business and educational groups on a variety of
department issues.
Establish inclusive citizen involvement that promotes understanding, input and feedback
to further the department's mission.
Direct the preparation and implementation of a comprehensive safety program to
applicable water/utility issues.
Coordinate and provide responsible staff assistance to the City Manager, City Council,
CMWD Board and other City boards and commissions as assigned.
Assist in the development of the City's overall goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
Utilities Director
Conduct difficult policy and fiscal-related analytical studies and reports involving the
evaluation of departmental operations and service programs.
For areas of responsibility, oversee the preparation, coordination and analysis of annual
department budgets; direct the preparation of multiple departmental work programs and
annual budgets.
Attend conferences, schools and professional meetings to keep abreast of new
developments in water, recycled water, wastewater, storm drains and solid waste
programs and administration.
Coordinate activities with other City departments and other public or private agencies.
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform a job in this classification, an individual must be able to perform the essential
duties as generally described in the specification. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties in a specific
job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required.
Knowledge of:
Water resources and treatment management principles and practices. Water project
planning, water resource management, and watershed management.
Principles of organization, administration, budget and human resources management.
Federal, State, municipal laws, statutes, codes and ordinances related to water
resources and utilities management. Regulatory analysis and compliance support for
water, recycled water, wastewater and storm drain programs.
Business process and performance benchmarking. Data analysis and quality
assurance. Local government financial practices and procedures.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report presentation.
Ability to:
Plan, organize and direct the City's Utility Management and Water-related programs.
Provide administrative and professional leadership for the department.
Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and
policies.
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Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed
actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Develop and administer annual and long-range programs and budgets.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing
situations and needs.
Work cooperatively and effectively with management staff, employees and others.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and preferably a graduate degree from an
accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or
related field, and, ten years of progressively responsible professional work
experience in the field of civil engineering, public works or a closely related field
at an administrative or management level. Substantial management experience in
the production, treatment and distribution of a potable water supply.
A master's degree in public or business administration is highly desirable.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING;
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to sit; talk or
hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to
walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the
ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course
of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data,
information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply
mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret complex
situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on
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multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff,
Council members and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors;
ability to travel to difficult to reach sites and locations; attend evening meetings; work
under pressure and potentially stressful situations.
This is an at-will management classification.
DATE APPROVED: July 2010
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APPENDIX
TO THE LOCAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
THE HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
AND THE
CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
The positions and categories within the City listed in this appendix are "designated positions." Any
person whose position with the City is a designated position is a designated employee.
Designated employees shall disclose in the manner provided in the Local Conflict of Interest Code
of the City of Carlsbad those financial interests, which are within the categories represented by the
number(s) following the listed position. The categories correspond to the subsections of Title 2,
California Code of Regulations Section 18730, subsection 7 and represent the following
disclosures: "1" investment and real property disclosure; "2" personal income disclosure; "3"
business entity income disclosure; "4" business position disclosure.
DESIGNATED POSITIONS DISCLOSURE CATEGORIES
Mayor and Members of the City Council *
City Manager *
City Attorney *
City Clerk
Chairman and Members of the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission *
Executive Director to the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission **
Attorney of the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission **
Secretary of the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission *
President, and Members of the Board of Directors
of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District *
Executive Manager of the
Carlsbad Municipal Water District **
General Counsel for the
Carlsbad Municipal Water District **
Secretary of the CMWD Board
Chairman and Members of the
Public Financing Authority *
Executive Director of the Carlsbad
Public Financing Authority **
General Counsel of the Carlsbad
Public Financing Authority **
Secretary of the Public Financing Authority *
Treasurer of the Public Financing Authority **
Officials Who Manage Public Investments:
Administrative Services Director *
Assistant to the Treasurer *
City Treasurer *
Deputy City Treasurer *
Finance Director *
City Staff under City Manager:
Accountant 2, 3, 4
Accounting Supervisor 2, 3, 4
Aquatics Supervisor 2, 3
Assistant City Manager 1, 2, 3, 4
Assistant to City Manager 1, 2, 3, 4
Assistant Engineer 1,2
Assistant Finance Director 1, 2, 3, 4
Assistant Planner 1, 2, 3, 4
Assistant Planning Director 1, 2, 3, 4
Associate Analyst 1, 2, 3, 4
Associate Engineer 1, 2
Associate Planner 1, 2, 3, 4
Benefits Administrator 2, 3
Building & Code Enforcement Manager 1, 2, 3
Building Inspector I & II 1, 2,3
Buyer 1, 2, 3, 4
City Communications Manager 1, 2, 3, 4
City Planner 1.2.3.4
Code Enforcement Officer I & II
Community and Economic Development Director
Community Coordinator
Communitv Relations Manaqer
Construction Manager
Cultural Arts Manager
Deputy City Engineer
Deputy Citv Manaqer
Deputy Fire Marshall
Deputy Library Director
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Economic Development & Real Estate Manager 1, 2, 3, 4
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator & Training Officer 2, 3
Environmental Programs Manager 1,2,3
Environmental Specialist I & II & Senior 1,2,3
Equipment Maintenance Supervisor 2, 3
Facilities Superintendent 1, 2, 3, 4
Finance Manager 1, 2, 3, 4
Fire Chief 1,2,3,4
Fire Division Chief 1, 2, 3, 4
Fire Battalion Chief 1, 2, 3, 4
Fire Marshal 1,2, 3,4
Fire Prevention Specialist I & II 1, 2, 3
Gallery Coordinator 2, 3
Geographic Information Systems Manager
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Housing Program Manager
Human Resources Director
Human Resources Manager
Information Technology Director
Information Technology Manager
Library and Cultural Arts Director
Management Analyst
Management Assistant
Management Intern
Municipal Projects Manager
Municipal Property Manager
Park Development Manager
Park Planner
Parks and Recreation Director
Parks Superintendent
Parks Supervisor
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Planning Technician 1 & II
Police Chief
Police Captain
Police Communications Manager
Police Lieutenant
Principal Librarian
Principal Planner
Property & Environmental Management Director
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Public Safety IT Manager 1, 2, 3, 4
Public Works Inspector I & II 1, 2, 3
Public Works Manager 2, 3
Public Works Superintendent 1. 2. 3. 4
Public Works Supervisor 2, 3
Records Supervisor (Police) 2, 3
Recreation Area Manager 2, 3
Recreation Director 1, 2, 3, 4
Recreation Services Manager 2, 3, 4
Risk Manager 1, 2, 3, 4
Senior Accountant 1,2,3,4
Senior Building Inspector 1, 2, 3, 4
Senior Civil Engineer 1, 2, 3, 4
Senior Construction Inspector 1, 2, 3,4
Senior Librarian 2, 3
Senior Management Analyst 1, 2, 3,4
Senior Planner 1, 2, 3,4
Traffic Engineer 1. 2. 3. 4
Transportation Director 1. 2. 3, 4
Video Production Manager 2, 3
Warehouse Technician 1, 2, 3, 4
City Attorney's Office:
Assistant City Attorney 1, 2, 3, 4
Deputy City Attorney 1, 2, 3, 4
Senior Assistant City Attorney 1. 2. 3. 4
City Clerk's Office:
Assistant City Clerk 2, 3,4
Deputy City Clerk/Technician 2, 3, 4
Records Manager 2, 3
Records Management Supervisor 2, 3
City Employees under the Executive Manager
of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District:
Accountant 2, 3, 4
Accounting Supervisor 2, 3
Associate Engineer 1, 2
Cross Connection Control Technician 1,2
Deputy City Engineer 1, 2, 3, 4
Deputy Public Works Director 1, 2, 3, A
Management Analyst 2, 3
Public Works Manager 2, 3
Public Works Supervisor 2, 3
Senior Civil Engineer 1, 2, 3, 4
Senior Engineering Inspector 1, 2, 3, 4
Utilities Director 1.2, 3. 4
Consultants ***
Boards and Commissions:
Members of the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation
Fee Ad Hoc Citizens' Advisory Committee 1, 2, 3, 4
Members of the Arts Commission 1, 2, 3, 4
Members of the Board of Library Trustees 1, 2, 3, 4
Members of the Design Review Board 1, 2, 3, 4
Members of the Housing Commission 1, 2, 3, 4
Members of the Parks and Recreation Commission 1, 2, 3,4
Members of the Planning Commission *
Members of the Senior Commission 1,2,3,4
Members of the Sister City Committee 1, 2, 3, 4
Members of the Traffic Safety Commission 1, 2, 3, 4
This position is required to report by virtue of Government Code Section 87200.lt is included for disqualification purposes
only. See Government Code Section 87200 for disclosure requirements.
When a designated employee is also required to file a conflict of interest form under Article 2 (Gov't Code §87200, Form 700)
of the Act, he or she may expand their statement to cover reportable interests in both jurisdictions or both positions and file
copies of this expanded statement with the City Clerk provided that each copy of such expanded statement filed in place of
an original is signed and verified by the designated employee as if it were an original.
The duties of each consultant will be separately evaluated to determine whether or not disclosure will be required, and the
categories which will apply. The evaluation of the consultant's duties will be conducted by the department head of the
department which is responsible for the hiring of the consultants. The disclosure requirement shall be included in the
consultant's contract approved by the City Council, Housing and Redevelopment Commission, City Manager or Executive
Manager of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District.