HomeMy WebLinkAbout2730 Position ClassificationOrdinance No. ~, '?30
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1415 as amended, adopting a position
classification plan for the City of Ashland.
The people of the City of Ashland do ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Ordinance No. 1415 as amended, is hereby amended by deleting the following
classification titles:
Assistant City Administrator/Personnel Director
Revenue Officer
Student Firefighter
SECTION 2. Ordinance No. 1415 as amended, is hereby amended by adding the following
new classification as set forth in "Exhibit A" attached hereto and made a part hereof:
Account Representative
Assistant City Administrator
Assistant Fire Chief/Fire Marshall
Communications Supervisor
Engineering Tech III/Assistant City Surveyor
Public Works Administrative Assistant
SECTION 3. Ordinance No. 1415 as amended, is hereby amended by changing the following
classification titles:
Electric Line Superintendent to Electric Operations Superintendent
Energy Conservation Coordinator to Conservation Manager
Fire Battalion Chief to Fire Captain
The foregoing ordinance was first read by title only on the 15 day of February, 1994 and
duly passed and adopted this / ~/-
~ day of March, 1994.
Nan 1~. Franklin
City Recorder
Signed and approved this~z,~day of March, 1994.
Mayor
Exhibit "A"
ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE
Characteristics
Under the direction of the Accounting Supervisor, acts as lead worker in the Utility Billing
Division. Primarily responsibilities include collection and account inquiries; balancing
accounts receivables to the general ledger; coordinating connect and disconnect work orders;
coordination of business license and Hotel/Motel tax administration; acting as Deputy City
Recorder. Does related work as required.
Minimum Oualifications
Three years of utility accounting experience, and two years of college work with an emphasis
in business or accounting. A four year degree may be substituted for up to two years of the
required experience.
Ordl415\Exh "A"-pg.2
ASSISTANT CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Characteristics
Under the general direction of the City Administrator, is responsible for planning,
organizing, and directing the personnel function; supervising such departments as the City
Administrator may assign; assisting in the preparation and control of the budget; conducting
operational and organizational studies; and serving as the City Administrator in his absence.
Minimum Oualifications
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and personnel
management including state and federal laws regarding local government operations. Also a
knowledge of research methods, statistical analysis, and methods of report presentation, and
experience in administering affirmative action programs.
Must also have the ability to analyze organizational problems; to communicate effectively
orally and in writing; to establish and maintain cooperative and supportive relationships with
all employees; and to prepare and complete accurate reports and documents. Does related
work as required.
Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in local government, a minimum of
three (3) years of which shall have been as a City Administrator or Assistant City
Administrator. A Master's degree in public administration from an accredited college or
university, of two (2) years of additional experience may be substituted for a Master's
degree.
Ordl415\Exh "A"- pg.3
ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF/FIRE MARSHALL
Characteristics
Under the general direction of the Fire Chief, supervises and is responsible for the
enforcement of all state and local laws and regulations relating to fire protection and safety;
supervises all fire prevention, fire safety education and record keeping functions; performs
the duties of Fire Chief in his absence; and is responsible for all aspects of arson
investigation. Does related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Eight (8) years of fire department experience and graduation from high school or equivalent
GED certificate. A four year degree in fire science, public administration or related field
may be substituted for up to four years of the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Necessary Special Oualifications
Possession of, or ability to secure, an Oregon Building Codes Agency A-level Structural and
Mechanical Inspector and a B-level Structural and Mechanical Plans Examiner certificates.
Equivalent experience in Fire and Life Safety Class Review will be evaluated for acceptable
substitution. Possession of a valid Oregon driver's license.
Ordl415\Exh "A'- pg.4
COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR
Characteristics
Under the general direction of the Chief of Police, acts as lead worker for the Chief and
Administrative Services Captain, assigns and reviews work of subordinates; prepares work
schedules; recommends hiring, termination and disciplinary action; plans and organizes
training activities, including volunteers and personnel assigned to the Communications
Center. Also responsible for supervising clerical an records staff; prepares special reports;
coordinates with Fire Department records and report systems; and responsible for all
communications equipment.
The position also serves as an administrative aide and executive secretary to the Chief of
Police and Police Captain; including, assisting in budget preparation, purchasing and
personnel records management. Does other related work as required.
Minimum Oualifications
Equivalent to successful completion of 90 college credit hours and/or three years of full time
experience in law enforcement or communications work. Minimum age is 21 years.
Desirable qualifications include one year as a line supervisor; a working knowledge of public
safety communications programs; WordPerfect 5.1 and Lotus 1-2-3 experience; and public
relations skills.
Ordl415\Exh "A"- pg.5
ENGINEERING TECH III/ASSISTANT CITY SURVEYOR
Characteristics
Employees perform a variety of specialized technical tasks in the investigation, planning and
completion of survey work, reviews subdivision plots for accuracy; acts as survey party chief
in the field; performs technical computer-aided drafting work; prepares legal descriptions for
various deeds and easements; and does related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to an associate degree in engineering technology from a recognized technical
school; and a minimum of two years of engineering and/or surveying experience.
Necessary Special Qualifications
Possession of an Oregon Surveyor's License and a valid Oregon driver's license.
Ordl415\Exh "A"- pg.5
PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Characteristics
Under the general direction of the Director of Public Works, provides comprehensive
assistance in research, writing and/or designating technical systems or procedures. Acts as
liaison by coordinating activities between departments, divisions, city commissions and
community groups. Does related work as required.
Minimum Oualifications
Two years of college in a related field and two years of relevant work experience in
research, technical support or management. A four year degree in a related field may
substitute for one year of relevant work experience. Ability to work effectively with the
public and other staff members and to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Must have an Oregon driver's license or be able to obtain immediately. A working
knowledge of the use of microcomputers is desirable.
Ordl415\Exh~A"- pg.6