HomeMy WebLinkAboutSupplemental Attachments - 4/22/2019NAME OF APPLICANT:
CITY OF WATERLOO RATING FORM
HUMAN RESOUCRES DIRECTOR
I. EVALUATION OF PAST WORK EXPERIENCE
A. Overall Human Resources Experience.
B. Experience working in a union environment.
C. Experience working in the public sector.
D. Experience planning, developing and implementing human resources projects & activities.
E. Experience working independently & with minimal supervision.
F. Experience working with diverse groups from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic &
cultural backgrounds.
G. Experience in the direct supervision of staff.
45 Points Max
II. COMPREHENSION/COMMUNICATION/PRESENTATION/SELF-CONFIDENCE
A. Well -thought-out logical responses.
B. Expresses ideas clearly & concisely.
C. Resourceful and innovative in responding to questions.
D. Composed & enthusiastic during interview.
E. Flexibility/Initiative-self-starter; ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time.
F. Decision making ability.
35 Points Max
III. EVALUATION OF EDUCATION
A. Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public administration or closely related field.
B. Human Resources Certification or advanced degree.
10 Points Max
IV. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
A. Well defined long term professional goals.
B. Exhibits evidence of working toward goals
C. Stability -frequency of job changes
D. Reason for seeking this position
10 Points Max
COMMENTS:
TOTAL SCORE (100 Possible)
INTERVIEWER:
DEPARTMENT
SALARY
FLSA
CIVIL SERVICE
BARGAINING UNIT
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
EXEMPT
NOT INCLUDED
NON -BARGAINING
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Responsible for providing professional legal advice and ensuring professional representation for City departments
and employees in civil and criminal cases. The work is performed under the general direction of the Mayor but
considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Supervises legal assistant
employee and Code Enforcement.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Illustrative Only)
These functions are considered essential for
successful performance in this job classification.
1. Represents the City of Waterloo in the areas
of civil litigation, civil rights complaints,
employee grievance issues and related court
cases.
2. Prosecutes criminal and traffic cases as
necessary.
3. Provides legal advice, counsel and course of
action recommendations to City departments
on a variety of issues.
4. Represents the City in pretrial conferences,
including research and negotiation with all
involved parties.
5. Prepares cases for trial, examining law and
evidence.
6. Prepares and interviews witnesses presenting
evidence for the City to ascertain that
evidence is complete and will be well
presented.
7. Studies City, State, Federal and general
municipal law for information and precedents
having a bearing on City legal problems.
8. Provides legal advice, opinions and training
to City Council, City officials, City boards,
standing committees, commissions and other
City agencies, and attends meetings of those
bodies. Some meetings are held during the
evening or on the weekend.
9. Researches, prepares and compiles proposed
ordinances and resolutions and amendments
to existing ordinances.
10. Conducts yearly evaluation of legal secretary.
11. Keeps City staff fully and accurately
informed concerning work progress,
including present and potential work
problems and suggestions for new or
improved ways of addressing such problems.
12. Responds to citizens' questions, complaints
and comments in a courteous, respectful,
timely and appropriate manner.
13. Communicates and coordinates regularly
with appropriate others to maximize the
effectiveness and efficiency of
interdepartmental operations and activities.
14. Prepares, reviews and approves contracts,
leases and other documents for City
activities, programs and real property.
15. Makes presentations and conducts training
for City departments regarding sexual
harassment or other legal issues, as requested.
16. Attends City Council, department head,
budget and other meetings as requested by
Mayor.
17. May assist with union negotiations.
18. Compiles reports, performs data entry and
completes forms on personal computer using
the applicable software.
19. Maintains effective communication with City
Clerk, Police Department, County Attorney's
Office, elected officials and other City
departments.
20. Works independently and with others with
limited supervision.
21. Attends work regularly at the designated
place and time.
22. Performs all work duties and activities in
accordance with City and Attorney's Office
policies, procedures and safety rules.
23. Performs any other related duties as
requested or assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
1. Thorough knowledge of the following:
a. civil and criminal law;
b. principles, practices, methods,
materials and references utilized in
legal research;
c. legal practices and procedures;
d. municipal law, torts, contracts, civil
rights, administrative processes and
real property law;
e. appellate practices and procedures;
f. local and State misdemeanor laws
and procedures;
State and Federal statutes and
regulations pertaining to municipal
government.
g.
2. Ability to negotiate and persuade individuals
and groups.
3. Ability to present routine and complex issues.
4. Ability to communicate effectively, orally
and in writing, using technical and non-
technical language.
5. Ability to understand and follow oral and
written policies, procedures and instructions.
6. Ability to prepare and present accurate and
reliable reports containing findings and
recommendations.
7. Personal computer skills and ability to learn
related software applications, enter and
retrieve information on a computer, develop
computer-generated reports and update
records.
8. Ability to use logical and creative thought
processes to develop solutions according to
written specifications and oral instructions.
9. Ability to perform a variety of duties and
responsibilities accurately under pressure or
time -sensitive deadlines.
10. Ability and willingness to quickly learn skills
and knowledge brought about by rapidly
changing information and technology.
11. Ability to perform assigned tasks with
integrity, ingenuity and inventiveness.
12. Ability to supervise, direct, monitor and
review staff.
13. Ability to respond to questions from the
media, elected officials and the general
public tactfully and in a clear, concise and
easily understandable manner.
14. Ability to maintain effective working
relationships with elected officials, other City
employees, the City Attorney, County
Attorney's Office and other local attorneys.
15. Ability to work with people from a broad
variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and
educational backgrounds.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
1. Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or
university with minimum one year
professional legal experience.
2. Licensed to practice law in the State of Iowa.
3. Personal computer skills and experience
using Internet for research purposes.
4. Municipal or county government experience
preferred, but not required.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
The following physical abilities are required with or
without accommodation.
1. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing that
permits the employee to communicate
effectively with other employees, elected
officials and when appearing in court.
2. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the
employee to operate a passenger vehicle
safely, move from one City department or
facility to another, attend court and attend
meetings at non -City facilities.
3. Sufficient vision that permits the employee to
operate a personal computer and observe a
variety of written material in electronic and
hard copy form.
4. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate a
computer, handle files and large books and
perform other administrative responsibilities.
MISCELLANEOUS
1. The City of Waterloo will conduct a
background investigation including
employment and criminal history checks on
any applicant being considered for this
position.
2. If driving a City vehicle must have Iowa
Driver's License and good driving record
based on City of Waterloo insurability
criteria.
WORK SCHEDULE
Generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through
Friday with one hour unpaid lunch. If part time
status, schedule will be determined based on City
needs. Must also be available outside these
days/hours for department or City activities or
related meetings that require the attendance of the
Assistant City Attorney.
City Attorney Hiring Process and Timeline
I. Proposed Hiring Process
1. Work Session with Council -April 22, 2019
• Review draft job description
• Review proposed hiring timeline (Section 2)
• Discuss process and candidate -scoring grid based on council's desired applicant
qualifications
2. Applicant Screening Process
• Create a candidate -scoring grid based on council's desired applicant qualification
suggestions
• Job applications due to Human Resources by May 17, 2019 for review and scoring.
• Initial interviews with council in executive session.
• Select finalists for second interview with council.
• Council conducts second interviews in executive session, completes candidate score
sheet, and discuss selection.
• Appoint at August 5, 2019 council meeting.
II. Draft Hiring Timeline
• Work session- April 22, 2019
• Desired Council Candidate Qualifications due to City Clerk by April 26, 2019
• Post job no later than April 30, 2019.
• Applications due by May 21, 2019.
• Complete first round interviews with hiring committee or by June 7, 2019
• Complete second round interviews with council by June 21, 2019
• Select candidate by July 5, 2019
• Appoint candidate at August 5, 2019 council meeting
Council Work Session
April22, 2019
Time indicated below
Harold E. Getty Council Chambers
Roll Call.
Approval of Agenda, as proposed or amended.
4:40 p.m. Discussion of hiring process and timeline for a new City Attorney.
Submitted By: Mayor Quentin Hart
Approx. Review of amended Council member pay ordinance.
4:50 p.m.
Submitted By: Margaret Klein, Ward 1 Council member
ADJOURNMENT
Kelley F elchle
City Clerk
ORDINANCE NO.4SXXXX
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF WATERLOO
CODE OF ORDINANCES BY CREATING A NEW TITLE 11
CHAPTER 4, SECTION 5 COMPENSATION OF MAYOR AND
COUNCIL MEMBERSFIXING THE COMPENSATION OF
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS OF THE CITY OF
WATERLOO, IOWA, AND RESCINDING ORDINANCE NO.
! . 785.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA, as
follows:
1-4-5: COMPENSATION OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS:
A. 4—The Mayor of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, shall receive an annual salary of Sixty Six
Thousand Dollars ($66,000.00) eighty-seven thousand four hundred forty-five dollars and forty-
nine cents ($87,445.49) for the calendar year beginning January 1, 2006 2020 and an annual
salary adjustment each subsequent July 1 thereafter, starting July 1, 29062020, equal to the
percentage change in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Works
(CPI -W), current series, U.S. All Items, as determined by comparing the December index for the
year just ended with the December index for the calendar year preceding it. In the event there is
not a percentage change increase in any given year, then the salary of the Mayor shall not be
increased in any such year.
B. 2. Each Council member of the Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, shall receive
an annual salary of Seven Thousand Dollars ($7,000.00) nine thousand two hundred seventy-two
dollars and twenty-two cents ($9, 272.22) for the calendar year beginning January 1, 2006 2020.
Any Council member salary increase shall be recommended and discussed at the same time as
the annual budget is set and made effective in accordance with Iowa Code § 372.13(8). and an
(CPI W), current series, U.S. All Items, as determined by comparing the December index for the
as clescFibed in paragraphs
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED as follows:
1. tThat Ordinance No.
repealed in their entiretyis hereby repealed.
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785 be, and the same, hereby
2. That this ordinance shall become effective on January 1, 2020.
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PASSED 1ST CONSIDERATION:
PASSED 2ND CONSIDERATION:
PASSED 3RD CONSIDERATION:
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, on the
day of 2019.
Quentin Hart, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kelley Felchle
City Clerk