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File #: 19-764    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Consent Calendar Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 6/11/2019 In control: Council and Authorities Concurrent Meeting
On agenda: 7/16/2019 Final action:
Title: Action on the New Job Specifications for Assistant Fire Chief and Senior Management Analyst, and Set Salary Ranges for Each
Attachments: 1. Job Specification for Assistant Fire Chief, 2. Job Specification for Senior Management Analyst
REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Action on the New Job Specifications for Assistant Fire Chief and Senior Management Analyst, and Set Salary Ranges for Each

Report
BACKGROUND
The Assistant Fire Chief and Senior Management Analyst positions are new management positions in the City's unclassified service and the incumbents will serve at the discretion of the City Manager in an "at will" basis. Sections 4 and 6 of the Personnel and Salary Resolution require City Council approval of new job classifications and specifications.

DISCUSSION
The Human Resources Department worked with the City Manager's Office to create job specifications for the positions of Assistant Fire Chief and Senior Management Analyst. The job descriptions incorporate the expectations for the incumbents to adhere to the City's Code of Ethics and Values and demonstrate strong professional and service-oriented leadership.
This report captures key elements for each of the positions.
Assistant Fire Chief - with an annual salary range of $247,356 - $320,124.

The Assistant Fire Chief will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the Fire Department. This classification is distinguished from the lower class of Deputy Fire Chief in that the incumbent in this classification is second in command in the Fire Department and is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the department. The position will be responsible for acting in the capacity of the Fire Chief in his/her absence; planning, organizing, directing and coordinating activities of Fire Department personnel; assume command at the scene of major fires, significant catastrophic events, and other related emergencies; and developing, administering, and enforcing the policies and procedures of the Department.

Senior Management Analyst - with an annual salary range of $118,483 - $153,344.

The Senior Management Analyst provides a bridge between existing Management Analysts and mid-management (i.e. Divisi...

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