HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 073-95 Classification Plan Amend RESOLUTION N0 73 - 95
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF DUBLIN
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Personnel System, the City Council
adopted Resolution No. 30-84 and subsequent amendments which comprise
the City's Classification Plan; and
WHEREAS, resulting from the creation of a new position: Community
Development Director, an additional job classification is required; and
WHEREAS, the adoption of a job classification is required for all
authorized positions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Resolution No. 30-84 and
subsequent amendments shall be further amended to include the new job
classification and job description for the position of Community
Development Director as set forth in Attachment A.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this document shall become part of the
official Classification Plan for the City of Dublin.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this llth day of July, 1995.
AYES:
Councilmembers Barnes, Burton, Howard, Moffatt and Mayor
Houston.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
The following key elements describe the basic duties and responsibilities of the position, but are not all
inclusive.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Key Elements
1. Plan and direct the activities of the Community
Development Department including all planning,
building inspection and zoning activities.
2. Effectively develop, plan and implement department
goals and objectives on schedule; recommend and
administer policies and procedures.
3. Direct the preparation of agenda items for City
Council, Planning Commission and other
committees and commissions involving land
use and development activities.
4. Act as City liaison and confer with public officials,
developers, business and citizen groups and the
general public on matters related to the City's
development regulations and policies.
5. ~celect, train and evaluate personnel; provide for
staff training and development; responsible for the
morale and productivity of the department.
6. Review proposed development projects for their
financial feasibility and compliance with the City's
applicable development policies and plans.
7. Prepare and present clear and concise written and
oral reports.
8. Attend and make presentations at various meetings
including off-site, day, evening and week-end
Required
1. Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Urban or
Regional Planning or related field.
2. Five years of supervisory experience in development
services/community development, including three
years of administrative responsibility.
3. Knowledge of principles and practices of urban
planning, zoning and building inspection.
4. Knowledge of public and business administration
including organization and methods analysis; personnel
administration; and budget preparation and administration.
5. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and trends
pertaining to land use and development issues.
6. High level of interpersonal skills to deal with others.
7. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
8. Valid California driver's license to be secured and
maintained as a condition of continued employment.
9. Familiar with personal computers and appropriate
software.
Preferred
1. Master's degree in Business or Public Administration.
Plan, organize, implement and complete highly
complex projects, studies and policy-formulation
processes on schedule.
General Purpose of Position: To plan, direct, organize and review the activities of the Community
Development Department including planning, building inspection and zoning programs; and to provide
highly responsible professional, administrative and technical staff assistance to the City Manager.
Supervision Received and Exercised: Reports to and receives administrative direction from the City
Manager. Exercises direct supervision over Department professionals, technical and clerical staff.
Major Duties and Responsibilities: Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Planning and directing the activities of the Community Development Department including all planning,
building inspection, zoning and environmental review services; supervising and coordinating these
activities with those of other City departments and agencies.
Developing and directing the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work
standards for the Community Development Department; prepares and administers the department's
budget.
Planning, organizing, implementing and completing complex projects (such as Eastern Dublin and other
major development plans) on schedule.
Providing information, policy recommendations and staff support to the City Council, Planning
Commission and vadous committees and commissions concerned with land use, community
development and related issues.
Monitoring developments related to planning, building, land use, grant and bond programs, code
enforcement and related development matters; evaluating their impact upon City operations and
recommending policy and procedural modifications.
Developing and preparing modifications for and administering the City's General Plan. Directing and
supervising the administration and enforcement of the environmental impact review process.
Selecting, training and evaluating personnel; providing for training and professional development;
responsible for department morale and productivity.
Selecting and overseeing contract staff; negotiating and administering service contracts.
Conducting and directing analytical planning and related studies; developing and reviewing reports of
findings, alternatives and recommendations; preparing a variety of periodic and special reports
regarding department activities.
Making presentations before the City Council, Planning Commission and various committees and
commissions; representing the City in meetings with representatives of governmental agencies,
professional, business and community organizations, and the general public.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: This position recuires knowledge of the following: principles,
practices and technicues of urban planning, growth and economic development; administrative
principles and methods including goal setting, program development and implementation, budget
preparation; statistical research methods and forecasting; trends effecting public planning and
development; federal, state and local laws related to planning, building, land use, environmental and
related development matters; personnel administration including principles of supervision and training;
contract administration; and basic building, code enforcement, grant funding, bond and alternative
financing principles, practices and methods.
This position recuires the ability to: plan, organize, direct, review and evaluate varied community
development activities; select, train and motivate assigned staff and contract professionals; develop,
implement and interpret policies, procedures, goals, objectives and work standards; analyze complex
problems, evaluate alternatives and make creative recommendations; exercise sound, independent
judgment within general policy guidelines; establish and maintain effective relationships with those
contacted in the course of work; represent the City effectively in meetings with others; prepare clear
and concise wdtten reports, correspondence and related wdtten material;
Experience, 'Education and Training: The position requires a Bachelors degree in public
administration, urban or regional planning or in a related field. A Masters degree in business or public
administration is highly desirable. The position also requires five years of supervisory experience in
development services/community development, including three years of administrative responsibility.
License and Certification: Position requires a valid California Class C ddver's license to be secured
and maintained as a condition of continued employment.