HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 94-1982 RESOLUTION NO. 94-82
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SOUTH SAN
FRANCISCO EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
BY THE MODIFICATION, ESTABLISHMENT AND
DELETION OF CERTAIN CLASS SPECIFICATIONS
BE IT RESOLVED By the City Council of the City of South San Francisco that
the Employee Classification Plan, as ameded, is further amended effective July
1, 1982, as' follows'
1. The Class Specifications for the classifications listed below are hereby
modified:
a) Fire Captain; as set forth in'Exhibit "A" attached hereto;
b) Deputy Fire Marshal; as set forth in Exhibit "B" attached hereto;
c) Senior Building Inspector; as set forth in Exhibit "C" attached
hereto;
2. The following class specifications are hereby established:
a) Associate Planner;...as.set forth in Exhibit "D" attached hereto.
3. The following class specifications are hereby deleted;
a) Assistant Planner; as set forth in Exhibit "E" attached hereto.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced
and adopted by the City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a
regular meeting held on the 4th day of August
· 1982, by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES-
ABSENT-
Councilmembers Ronald G. Acosta, Mark N. Addiego, Emanuele N. DamOnte,
Gus Nicolopulos; and Roberta Cerri Teglia
None
None
EXHIBIT "A"
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
FIRE CAPTAIN
AUGUST 1982
DEFINITION:
Under direction, on an assigned shift, to supervise and be responsible for
fire suppression, prevention, training, emergency medical service activities
and assigned related duties.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is the first line supervisory classification in the Fire Service.
Incumbents have full supervisory authority over subordinate personnel assigned
to a truck or. engine company and serve as Station Commanders.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Supervises and evaluates subordinate personnel; responds to fire alarms,
emergency medical calls, emergency resuces, public service calls, or other
alarms which necessitate the mitigating of a situation which threatens life or
property; orders placement of equipment in proper position for effective
operation; assumes command and directs fire suppression and control operations
using proper fire ground tactics unless relieved by a superior; supervises and
assists in laying hose lines, directing streams of water, placing ladders, ven-
tilating building; operating extinguishers and salvage and overhaul operations;
supervises and participates in rescue and Basic Life Support operations; takes
charge of fire station and supervises and participates in the maintenance of
quarters and equipment; enforces all City and Department Rules and Regulations
procedures and policies and maintains discipline; performs inspections, conducts
training and company drills; prepares station budget and evaluates fire depart-
· -~ment equipment and maintenance needs; maintains records and initiates reports as
directed; develops and. conducts public education programs; meets the public and
deals with various officials and citizens; maintains positive public relations
as a representative of the department; as assigned, serves as Acting Battalion
Chief; may be required to respond to alarms during non-duty hours when on-duty
staff needs to be augmented; and performs assigned related duties. ~
LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid California Class III operator's license issued by the
State Department of Motor Vehicles. May be required, after appointment to
obtain a Class II or Class I license.
Possession of a valid Cardio-Pulmonary resucitation (CPR) card issued by the
American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.
Prior to appointment must possess a valid Standard or Advanced First'Aid Card
issued by the American Red Cross or an EMT-I or EMTI-FS certificate.
Within one year after appointment must possess an Emergency Medical Technician !
(EMT-I) or Emergency Medical Technician I Fire Service (EMTI-FS) certificate.
May be required to obtain a CPR Instructor's Certificate.
ALL LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED AS A CONDITION OF
EMPLOYMENT.
FIRE CAPTAIN
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QUAL IF I CATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, and procedures of modern flre suppression and preven-
tion, and of the protection of lives and property;
Rules and regulations of the South San Francisco Fire Department;
Operation and maintenance of apparatus andequipment used by the South San
San Francisco Fire Department;
Basic Life Support, resuce, and related equipment and practices;
Principles of supervision, administration, and training;
Modern and accepted methods of training, both classroom and in-service;
Current personnel management and supervision techniques.
Local streets, location of hydrants, mains and major traffic and fire hazards.
Ability to:.
Operate apparatus and equipment used in modern fire fighting activities;
Supervise effectively and maintain discipline;'
Administer Basic Life Support and operate a variety of rescue equipment;
Prepare complete and concise reports;
Establish and maintain cooPerative relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
and
EXPERIENCE:
Four (4) years of experience in fire fighting comparable to that of a
Firefighter or Paramedic/Firefighter in the City of South San Francisco.
and
EDUCATION:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and supplemented by college
:level coursework in Fire Science. Preferred supplemental coursework would be
courses leading to the Fire Officer certification in accordance with the guide.-
lines and requirements of the California Fire Academy System.
EXHIBIT "B"
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
AUGUST 1982
DEPUTY FIRE MARSHAL
DEFINITION:
Under supervision of the Fire Marshal, performs Fire Prevention activities
in the enforcement of applicable codes and regulations; conducts investigations
as to the causes of fires; provides public education and does related work as
required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is. the entry and journey level classification specializing the field of
fire prevention, investigation and fire code enforcement.
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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
EnfOrces all applicable Fire Prevention ordinances and other codes and
regulations; personnaly inspects commercial and induStrial buildings, schools,
and related structures and facilities; checks building plans for conformance
with State and local fire protection laws and regulations, and nationally
recognized FireProtection Standards; issues citations and notices of code
violations; investigates fire causes and makes arrests for fire related Penal
Code violations, investigates complaints from private citizens and other City
departments relating to fire and safety hazards; assists in conducting fire
drills, speaks before school groups and other organizations on Fire Prevention
matters; provides Fire Prevention information to the general public and
interprets various codes, ordinances, and regulations; protects evidence of
arson, prepares.reports of arrests made and investigations conducted, conducts
departmental background and other investigations as direCted by the Fire Chief.
.... Performs other related duties as assigned.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATES:
Possession of a valid California Class III operator's license issued by the
State Department of Motor Vehicles.
ALL LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED AS A CONDITION OF
EMPLOYMENT.
QUALIFICATIONS :.
Knowledge of:
Fire Prevention methods, programs, and equipment, and familiarity with the
Public relations phases of Fire Prevention activities; ·
Rules and regulations of the South San Francisco Fire Department;
City Fire protection and prevention codes and applicable Federal, State and
Local laws and regulations;
Fire and arson investigation methods, procedures and equipment;
Arrest and search and seizure procedures.
and
Deputy Fire Marshal
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Ability to:
Interpret and explain Fire Prevention laws and regulations;
Check plans and drawings and recognize fire and safety hazards;
Carry out investigations of arson and other suspected incendiary fires;
Prepare clear, concise, and complete oral and written reports;
Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of fire fighting experience comparable to that of a
Firefighter or Paramedic/Firefighter in the City of South San Francisco or other
equivalent experience which clearly demonstrates the possession of the required
knowledges and abilities.
EDUCATION:
and'
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Preferred supplemental
coursework would be courses leading to the Fire Prevention Officer I/II and Fire
Inv'estigator I/II certificates in accordance with the guidelines and require-
ments of the California Fire Academy System.
NOTE- May be required to undergo psychological and polygraph examinations and
successfully complete certain training courses in order to exercise powers of
arrest and to carry a concealed weapon.
' EXHIB IT "C"
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR
AUGUST 1982
DEFINITION'
Under direction, to serve in a lead capacity and assist the Chief Building
Inspector in the administratiOn of the Building Division. Leads and assists
Building Inspectors in the inspection of buildings and structures in all stages
of construction, alteration, and repair; to review and check building plans and.
specifications, to enforce building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and
zoning codes and laws; to issue permits and collect fees; and to do related work
as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
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This is a single position classification primarily responsible for plan
checking, of industrial, commercial and multi-family residential structures
including Title 24 energy regulations. In addition, has full lead respon-
sibilities over building inspectionpositions; independently performs the more
difficult and complex'building inspection tasks and assists the Chief Building
Inpector in the administration of the Building Division including the training
and instruction'of Building Inspectors and may assign jobs to be inspected.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES-
Interprets code requirements to builders, subcontractors, and owners; has
primary responsibility for plan checking all industrial, commercial, public and
residential structures and buildings; checks and reviews guidelines set down by
the Chief Building Inspector for understanding and compliance; investigates
._~omplaints received through the zoning and building departments; works at the
counter in the office giving information to the public, contractors, and architects.
Makes field inspections of.the more complex or difficult building construction,
plumbing, mechanical, or electrical installation in all stages of completion in
residential, business or public buildings to insure compliance with applicable
building, electric, plumbing, mechanical and safety codes.; safety orders, ordi-
nances and regulations; conducts final inspections of completed work giving
approval to acceptable structures and installations; investigates violations of
building and zoning laws; spot checks new construction projects for complianCe
with applicable codes and ordinances; checks plans and specifications for
completeness and accuracy; issues permits and collects fees; provides infor-
mation to the public regarding building, installation, and zoning requirements;
checks constractors and industrial commercial businesses to insure they are pro-
perly licensed; keeps records and prepares reports of inspections; resolves
disagreements and problems concerning inspections and compliances; administers
the Building Division 'in the absence of the Chief Building InspeCtor; and'Per-
fOrms related work as required.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid California Class III operator's license issued by the
State Department of Motor Vehicles. A preferred certificate would be the
I.C.B.O. Plans Examiner Certificate. Licenses must be maintained as a con-
dition of employment.
· Senior Building Inspector
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Knowledge of:
State and municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations relating to zoning,
building construction, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, heating and gas
installations;
Building construction, materials, and accepted safety standards;
Inspection methods and procedures
and
Ability to:
Read and interpret building plans and specifications;
Perform complex building, plumbing, mechanical; and electrical inspections;
Interpret and apply provisions of the pertinent codes and regulations;
Prepare clear and concise reports, establish and maintain cooperative
working relationships with engineers, architects, contractors, and the
general public.
and
EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of journey level experience in one of the major building
trades, and three (3) years as a Building Inspector with a California County or
..city.
and
EDUCATION:
Equivalent. to completion of the twelfth grade. A preferred course of education
would include two {2) years of college coursework in Civil Engineering,
Architecture or a closely related filed.
EXHIBIT: "D"
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
ASSOCIATE PLANNER
AUGUST 1982
DEFINITION
Under direction, to perform responsible professional planning work in the pre,
paration of planning studies and staff reports; to prepare graphic presentation
material, research assignments and written reports; and to perform initial zoning
code enforcement investigations and other related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
·
This position differs from the next higher level position, Sr. Planner, in that
it is the experienced entry level position and does not have any supervisory
responsibilities. Further, incumbents are not required to address complex
zoning and planning issues.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Gathers and interprets statistical data and other information regarding land
use, annexations, transportation, building activities, requests for zoning
changes, use permits, and variances; conducts land use surveys and prepares
technical reports, maps, and graphic materials; responds to inquiries from the
public and provides information relating to departmental functions and
activities; meets with contractors and subdividers to interpret and explain City
ordinances; answers questions and investigates complaints; performs other
related work as.required.
'"'--QUAL IFI CATIONS:
Knowledge of-
The theory, principles, and practices of City planning;
The purpose and use of General Plan Elements;
The purpose and interpretation of Zoning Ordinances;
California Environmental Quality Act {CEQA) guidelines;
Statistical and research methods relating to planning;
Local, State and Federal laws relating to Community Development.
and
Ability to:
Collect, analyze and interpret technical, statistical, and related
information pertaining to planning and zoning;
Prepare and interpret maps and property descriptions;
Understand and explain applicable laws, ordinances and regulations;
Prepare clear and concise technical reports, including staff reports for
the Planning Commission;
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in
the course of work.
and
ASSOCIATE PLANNER
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EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of experience in city, county, regional, and/or private planning
· work. (A Master's Degree in Planning may be substituted for one year of
experience).
and
EDUCATION:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with
a degree in P-lanning, Architecture, Landscpare Architecture, Political Science,
Engineering, Geography, Sociology, Public Administration, Economics, or a
closely related field.
EXHIBIT "E"
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City o[ South San Francisco
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Under direction, to perform responsible professional planntn~ work
in ~he preparation of planning studies and plans; to prepare graphic,
tabu!e.r, atxd written materials and reports'; and to do related work as =
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'Ca'thers and interprets s.~attstical data and other information
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regar, dlng land use, 'annexattons~ transportation,-commercial development~
building activities, requests for' zoning reclasstflcatton and variances,
and related matters; conducts surveys and prepares technical repo=t~t
map~%models, and graphic m~terials; makes recommendations ~ased on-£ind-
tngs:~nswers i~qufrtes fro~ the publfc and Provides tnfomatto~ relating
.to ~partmental functions mad activities; assists in the general ad~nls-
t~at~on of the Planning Depar. tm~nt; meets w~th contrzctors and subdividers'
to tnterp~t and explain City ordinances, and answers questions and.eom-
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Statistical and research met'hods relating to planning;
Local:, State,. and Federal laws relating to Zoning and. land
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related infom~mtton pertaining' to planning and zoning
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P~epare and interpret maps and legal property descriptions;
Understand and explain applicable laws, .ordinances, and
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Prepare clear and concise technical reports;
Establish and'maintain cooperative relationships with those
contacted in the course of work.
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