HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 027-01 Classification Plan Amend RESOLUTION NO. 27 - 01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
WHEREAS, in accordance with the City's Personnel System Rules, the City Council adopted
Resolution No. 30-84 and subsequent resolutions which comprise the Classification Plan; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to periodically add job descriptions to the adopted Classification Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Resolution No. 30-84 and subsequent resolutions
shall be further amended to include new job description for the position of planning Manager (Exhibit A).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this document shall become a part of the official Classification
Plan for the City of Dublin; and that the changes contained herein shall be effective February 20, 2001.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of February, 2001.
Councilmembers Lockhart, McCormick, Oravetz, Zika and Mayor Houston
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST~
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Exhibit A
Date Adopted: 2-20-2001
Date Revised:
Title:
Planning Manager
FLSA: Exempt
SALARY:
$6,206 - $7,757
General Purpose:
Under administrative direction of the Community Development Director, plans, organizes
and directs the activities and programs of the Planning Division including zoning, code
enforcement, processing of permits, subdivisions, and environmental review,
administration, participates in the transportation and capital improvement planning, and
the general plan; performs. other duties as'assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
The incumbent is responsible for formulating policy, developing goals and objectives,
supervising staff, and developing and administering the division's budget. The Planning
Manager is distinguished from the Senior Planner in that the former has direct
management responsibility for all aspects of the Planning Division. It is further
distinguished from the Community Development Director in that the Director has overall
management responsibility for all areas of the Community Development Department
which include Building, Planning and Housing.
Supervision Exercise:
Direct supervision and supervision through secondary supervisors is provided to
personnel assigned to the Division.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific
statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar,
related or a logical assignment to this class.
Exhibit A
Plans, organizes, directs and coordinates all Planning Division activities including
advance and current planning and code enforcement activities; prepares and administers
the Division budget.
Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and
priorities for the Division to assure the efficient and effective operation of the Planning
Division.
Hires, supervises, trains and evaluates Planning Division personnel; interprets City
policies and procedures to employees; is responsible for morale and productivity of
assigned staff.
Develops operational policies and procedures to ensure effective departmental operation
and provides for continuous improvement of the Planning Division.
Reviews community growth patterns, trends in land use, community needs and other
factors in originating recommendations for controlling and regulating community
development.
Establishes systems to ensure consistency within the Division.
Functions as a Project Manager on highly complex Planning Division projects; prepares
complex reports, letters and newsletters.
Makes presentations to the City Council, Planning Commissions and other groups;
explains Division policies to the public and developers; may conduct general
administrative projects concerning matters outside the scope of the Planning function.
Develops and implements Division goals, objectives, policies and priorities.
Confers with and provides professional assistance to members of City departments on
matters related to functional areas of responsibility.
Establishes and maintains liaisons with appropriate government bodies, private firms,
organizations or individuals to assist in achieving City objectives and ensuring
compliance with appropriate laws and development standards..
Meets with representatives, professionals, citizens and organizations to encourage action
or resolve problems related to the Division's activities and projects; and effectively
provides training and direction consistent with the City's commitment to exceptional
customer service.
Performs related duties as required.
Exhibit A
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if
the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, standards, information sources and trends in the fields of current
and/or advance planning; local, state and federal laws applicable to planning, zoning,
subdivision and environmental review.
Land use, physical design, demographics, environmental, social and economic concepts,
including public and private financing and capital improvements.
Application, modification, and interrelationships between ordinances, policies, standards,
procedures, and practices associated with the planning function.
Computer technology and statistical analysis techniques related to municipal planning
Local government organizations and the functions and practices of a municipal planning
division°
Principles and practices of budget preparation,' budget administration, goals and
objectives development and work planning.
Methods and practices of community organization and citizen participation.
Supervisory principles and practices including training and evaluation.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, assign, review and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
Learn, interpret, and apply City, department and division roles, regulations, policies and
practices.
Interpret laws, policies, procedures and regulations..
Analyze complex operational and administrative problems, evaluate altematives and
recommend or adopt effective courses of action.
Negotiate project conditions of approval
Work well under the urgency of deadlines.
Exhibit A
Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and
management controls, including the application of project management techniques.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials and make
clear oral presentations.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Utilize a personal computer to perform word process, spreadsheet and specialized
functions.
Facilitate meetings with representatives, professionals, citizens and organizations to
achieve problem solving.
Exercise sound, fair and consistent independent judgment; provide technical assistance
and staff leadership to various boards and commissions.
Exemplify and foster an enthusiastic, resourceful and effective service attitude with the
public and all who are contacted in the course of the work.
Participate, foster and encourage all members of the division to work as members of a
team; and establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted
in 'the course of the work.
Physical Standards:
The physical standard described are representative of those that must be met by
employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions~
An employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear, in person,
in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard
office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to,
bend and twist to reach files, walk and stand. While performing duties, the employee is
regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret
complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; interact with City
management, other govemmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the
public.
Training and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to education and experience is likely to provide the .required
knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
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Exhibit A
Education:
Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work
in city or regional planning, urban planning, or a closely related field. A
Master's degree in a related field is preferred.
Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible, professional level experience in
current and advanced planning which includes at least two years of
supervisory experience. Local government, large-scale development and
planned growth management experience is highly desirable..
Training:
· Any recent training such as, academic courses and certification programs,
which are relevant to this job classification.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid California Class C drivers' license and Certificate of Automobile
Insurance for Personal Liability.
Special Requirements: Must have the willingness and ability to: work the hours necessary
to accomplish the assigned duties, including evening and week-end hours; attend evening
meetings; travel out of town and attend workshops, conferences, seminars during work
and non-work hours°
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