REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Actions to Approve Various Modified Class Specifications [Council Pillar: Manage Strategically Our Workforce Capacity and Resources]
Report
BACKGROUND
Sections 4 and 6 of the Personnel and Salary Resolution require City Council approval of new job classifications and specifications.
Modified Class Specifications
The Fire Prevention Specialist I/II (Job Code 489/478) class specifications have been modified to add the Class Summary section and modify the minimum qualifications.
The Office Specialist III (Job Code 938) class specification has been revised to add the Class Summary section and remove the typing certification requirement from the minimum qualifications.
The Senior Inspector (Job Code 750) class specification has been modified to add the Class Summary section and broaden out the minimum qualifications to in order to expand the candidate pool.
The foregoing modifications to specifications for various classified positions were approved by the Civil Service Commission on March 12, 2020.
DISCUSSION
Modification of the Fire Prevention Specialist I/II Class Specification (Job Code 489/478)
The Human Resources Department, in coordination with the Fire Department, has modified the class specification for Fire Prevention Specialist I/II. The class specification has been modified to include the Class Summary. Additional modifications include revisions to the Minimum Qualifications and Certifications/Licenses sections and has expanded the minimum qualifications by including a substitution that will expand the candidate pool. Revisions also include clarifications to the type of experience that can be considered to meet the minimum qualifications. This position performs in an inspection capacity and qualification as a Peace Officer is not required for the position. Additionally, the Fire Department is recommending 12 months to obtain the required certifications, as most of the coursework can be completed through on ...
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