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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/19/2016CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 19, 2016 1st Floor Conference Room — City Hall 715 Mulberry Street Waterloo, IA 50703 Roll Call Bonetta Culp Barry Haskins Abraham Funchess (ex officio) Approval of Agenda for January 19, 2016 Approval of Minutes for December 14, 2015 I. Unfinished Business A. Certification of Civil Service List for Police Property/Evidence Technician — Open Exam B. Updates 1. Code Enforcement Officer — Attorney's Office — Open Exam 2. Clerk II II. New Business A. Job Description & Testing Criteria for Equipment Operator I — Street Dept — Open Exam B. Job Description & Testing Criteria for Planner II — Community Planning & Development — Promotional Exam C. Job Description & Testing Criteria for Planner I — Community Planning & Development — Open Exam III. Other Business None Adjournment Suzy Schares City Clerk CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 a.m. Monday, December 14, 2015 1st Floor Conference Room — City Hall Members Present: Member Absent: Others Present: Bonetta Culp, Barry Haskins Abraham Funchess (ex officio) John LaPointe, Mark Rice, Dan Trelka, Cheryl Huddleston Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the December 14, 2015 Agenda. Motion carried. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the Minutes from October 19, 2015. Motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Civil Service List for Police Recruit was presented for certification. The job description and testing criteria were approved by the Civil Service Commission on 8/31/15 and by the Human Resources Committee on 9/18/15. Advertising was extensive — the Courier, City website and cable channel, agencies, organizations and individuals on the Affirmative Action List, a notice sent to all colleges in the states surrounding Iowa with a police science or law enforcement program, fitness centers, policeone.com, policeofficer.com and the National Minority Report. We received 94 resumes. Two were eliminated immediately due to motor vehicle record, 5 cancelled prior to testing beginning and 38 took the physical ability test. Seven did not pass the physical ability test. The other 31 took the written exam and 25 passed and were invited to interview. Interview panel members were Lieutenant Al Carrier, Investigator Jeremy Pohl and Human Resources Manager Cheryl Huddleston. Seventeen passed the interview, with 1 cancellation and 7 candidates not scoring high enough. The Civil Service List has 13 white males, 1 white female, 1 black male, 1 American Indian male and 1 Hispanic female. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp: We, the members of the Civil Service Commission, certify the following list of applicant(s), who are eligible based upon the examination process as set forth by the Civil Service Commission for appointment to the position of Police Recruit for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Police Department. Appointment(s) shall be made from this list for the next two years (December 14, 2015 — December 13, 2017). CERTIFIED LIST Andrews Sears Andrew Tindall Benjamin Baskerville Keaton Northup Devin Mandi Jordan Ehlers Timothy Richmond Kenneth Voorhees Brandon Kerr Lucas Scarbrough Melissa Vega Daniel Kalkhoff Aaron Carda Alexander Bovy Chauncy White Steven Morley Julie Dubois Motion carried. The Civil Service list for Equipment Operator II — Street Department was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 7/13/15 and by the Civil Service Commission on 10/9/15. The position was posted internally in all City Departments and 2 employees submitted a resume. Both passed the equipment test and were interviewed by Matt Vlasak, Traffic Signal Foreman, Tony Pauley, Street Operations Supervisor and Cheryl Huddleston, Human Resources Manager. The Civil Service List has 2 white males. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp: We, the members of the Civil Service Commission, certify the following list of applicants, who are eligible based upon the examination process as set forth by the Civil Service Commission for the appointment to the position of Equipment Operator II for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Street Department. Appointment(s) shall be made from this list for the next two years (December 14, 2015 — December 13, 2017). CERTIFIED LIST Brian lithe Tim Steimel Motion carried. Updates Code Enforcement Officer — position has been moved to Attorney's Office, but filling a vacant position has not yet been approved by the Personnel Requisition and Human Resources Committees. Clerk I — will not be proceeding with Clerk I; current vacancy has been upgraded to Clerk II so will begin testing for that classification. Police Property/Evidence Technician — approved by Civil Service Commission on 10/19/15 and by Human Resources Committee on 11/2/15. Advertised Courier, website, cable, Affirmative Action List, all City departments. Received 32 resumes; currently reviewing and anticipating interviewing second week of January. NEW BUSINESS The job descriptions and testing criteria for Clerk II — both promotional and open — were presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 11/23/15. There is a current opening in Waste Management Services and the job description has been updated since there hasn't previously been this classification in Waste Management. We have included both the promotional and open notices since we don't know that there will be an interest internally. There will be a written test only if number of qualified applicants warrants. John LaPointe explained to the Commission why the decision was made to upgrade the position. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the promotional and open job descriptions and testing criteria for Clerk II. Motion carried. OTHER BUSINESS Since Jerome Amos won election to the City Council, we will need a new member for the Civil Service Commission. Any suggestions are appreciated. They must be a resident of Waterloo. With no further business, moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to adjourn. Motion carried. Cheryl Huddleston, Human Resources Manager Clerk for the Civil Service Commission DRIVER LICENSE NUMBER MUST BE INCLUDED ON RESUME All qualified applicants must submit a cover letter and resume detailing education and work experience to the City of Waterloo Human Resources Department, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703 or email employmentAwaterloo-ia.org. The resume must be received by a time and date to be determined. Faxed resumes not accepted. All applicants will receive additional information on the position within a week of submitting their resume. The City is not responsible for resumes that do not reach us electronically or by regular mail service. A candidate who submits a resume by the deadline date and time and does not contact the City that they have not received a response will not be considered. CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE OPEN EXAMINATION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I STREET DEPARTMENT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor and a Street Foreman, performs semi- skilled construction, street maintenance and labor functions. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: performs routine street repairs such as pot hole patching, oiling, shoveling and raking asphalt, finishing concrete, setting concrete forms, directing traffic and erecting barricades; assists in preparation for winter by erecting snow fence, putting chains on tires and plows on trucks; assists in loading, hauling and plowing snow and operating sand/salt trucks during snow emergencies up to sixteen hours a day; participates in emergency storm damage clean up; fills and sets sandbags, erects barricades and assists in monitoring flood pumps during flood emergencies; cleans ditches of brush with weed trimming equipment or chain saw; washes vehicles, changes tires, repairs, cleans and paints City buildings; assists mechanics as needed; works in busy traffic areas, operating street maintenance vehicle or on foot; performs street maintenance and repairs in trenches and on uneven ground; operates heavy duty and rough -riding vehicles and equipment; lifts and carries items weighing up to one hundred pounds with assistance as needed; works outside in all weather conditions; works near moving vehicles and equipment and around mechanical hazards; operates equipment and tools that cause vibration; noise level is loud; atmosphere may contain dust and traffic fumes; visibility might be poor; performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace; works independently and with others with minimum supervision; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Street Department safety rules and regulations; performs all other related duties as assigned. Acceptable experience and training: high school graduate/GED; minimum one year street construction experience in all types of weather conditions and knowledge of the use of a wide variety of hand tools found in street construction and maintenance or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; Iowa Class A or B CDL and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. Must comply with City of Waterloo Residency Policy for Critical Employees (physically reside within ten -mile radius of Waterloo City Hall -will be given reasonable compliance period as determined by department head). Must maintain a local telephone number in order to be contacted during emergencies. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: knowledge of traffic and safety rules; knowledge of occupational hazards associated with and the safety precautions necessary when working in busy traffic areas or extreme weather conditions; ability to read street signs, chemical hazard labels and written directions of supervisors; ability to safely operate a dump truck, snowplow, sand/salt truck, concrete saw, air hammer and other power tools; ability to work alone when operating snow removal equipment; ability to complete daily work sheets; ability to complete assigned work projects without direct supervision; ability to respond to questions and comments from members of the public tactfully and politely; ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees, supervisors and the public; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. Subject to Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing requirements. MOTOR VEHICLE RECORD CHECK The Human Resources Department will check driving records of qualified applicants through the Iowa Department of Transportation. Loss of license for OWI, reckless driving, habitual violations or other major moving violation within the previous five years, four or more citations for moving violations within the previous three years or three or more citations for moving violations within the previous one year will disqualify an applicant from continuing in the testing process. EXAMINATION INFORMATION EQUIPMENT EXAMINATION Those applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who have a good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria will be required to participate in a driving test that will test skills in operating equipment used in this job classification. An individual must receive a minimum of eighty out of one hundred points to achieve a passing score on the equipment examination. This will be a pass/fail test. City of Waterloo regular employees who presently hold a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License as a requirement for their job will not be required to participate in the equipment examination. ORAL EXAMINATION Those applicants who pass the equipment examination will be required to appear before an oral examination panel consisting of a minimum of three people who have expertise in the areas being tested. An individual must receive a minimum average score of sixty points out of one hundred to achieve a passing score on the oral examination. The top applicants, as ranked by their scores on the oral examination, will be the individuals placed on the certified lists. Applicants who qualify as outlined and who are full time regular employees of the City of Waterloo shall have one additional point per full year of employment up to a maximum of five points added to their final score. Honorably discharged men and women from the military or naval forces of the United States who qualify per provisions of Chapter 35 of the Iowa Code and who are citizens and residents of the United States shall have five additional points added to their final score upon submission of their DD214 or ten points added if they were awarded a Purple Heart or have a service - connected disability. Employment is contingent on passing a post job offer physical examination including a drug test. Failure to pass the physical or drug test will result in withdrawal of the employment offer. TESTING DATE All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the equipment and oral examinations. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I NOTICE 16 January 2016 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT STREET $22.79 beginning rate; $23.79 after 4-month probation NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LOCAL #353 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Performs semi -skilled construction, street maintenance and labor functions such as pot hole patching, oiling, shoveling and raking asphalt, finishing concrete, setting concrete forms, directing traffic, erecting barricades, loading, hauling and plowing snow. The work is performed under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor and a Street Foreman. No supervisory responsibilities. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. 1. Performs routine street repairs such as pot hole patching and oiling, and general maintenance and labor duties such as shoveling and raking asphalt, finishing concrete, setting concrete forms, directing traffic and erecting barricades. 2. Assists in preparation for winter by erecting snow fence, putting chains on tires and plows on trucks. 3. Assists in loading, hauling and plowing snow and operating sand/salt trucks during snow emergencies up to sixteen hours a day. 4. Participates in special service programs such as emergency storm damage clean up. 5. Fills and sets sandbags, erects barricades and assists in monitoring flood pumps during flood emergencies. 6. Cleans roadside ditches of brush with weed trimming equipment or chain saw. 7. Washes vehicles, changes tires, repairs, cleans up and paints City buildings and assists mechanics as needed. Works in busy traffic areas, operating street maintenance vehicle or on foot. 9. Performs street maintenance and repairs in trenches and on uneven ground. 10. Operates heavy duty and rough -riding vehicles and equipment. 11. Lifts and carries items weighing up to one hundred pounds with assistance as needed. 12. Works outside in all weather conditions; works near moving vehicles and equipment and around mechanical hazards; operates equipment and tools that cause vibration; noise level is often loud; atmosphere may contain dust and traffic fumes; visibility might be poor. 13. Performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace. 14. Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. 15. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 16. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City, and Street Department safety rules and regulations. 17. Performs all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Knowledge of traffic and safety rules. 2. Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with and the safety precautions necessary when working in busy traffic areas or extreme weather conditions. 3. Ability to read street signs, chemical hazard labels and written directions of supervisors. 4. Ability to safely operate a dump truck, snowplow, sand/salt truck, concrete saw, air hammer and other power tools. 5. Ability to work alone when operating snow removal equipment. 6. Ability to complete daily work sheets. 7. Ability to complete assigned work projects without direct supervision. 8. Ability to respond to questions and comments from the general public tactfully and politely. 9. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees, supervisors and the public. 10. Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING 1. High school graduate/GED. 2. Minimum one year related street construction experience in all types of weather conditions and knowledge of the use of a wide variety of hand tools found in street construction and maintenance work OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. 3. Iowa Class A or B Commercial Driver's License by equipment testing date and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. A candidate with any of the following will not be considered for employment: loss of license for any reason during the period of candidacy for employment, if the candidate remains without a valid, current license for the position when the City issues an offer of employment; loss of license, plea of guilty, plea of no contest or its equivalent or conviction for OWI, reckless driving or other major moving violation include habitual violator within the previous five years; four or more citations for moving violations within the previous three-year period, excluding speeding violations of 10 mph or less over the posted speed limit; three or more citations for moving violations within the previous one-year period. After appointment to the position, disciplinary action or continuing employment status may be reviewed for the following: four or more moving violations within the previous three years, three or more moving violations within the previous one year or loss of license or conviction for OWI, reckless driving or other major moving violation including habitual violator within the previous five years; two or more at -fault accidents within a three-year period while driving on City business; a combination of three or more at -fault within a three-year period. An applicant's driving record will be reviewed prior to an offer of employment and at least annually after hire. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES The following physical abilities are required with or without accommodation. 1. Sufficient strength to perform assigned tasks. 2. Sufficient physical and mental stamina, to work up to 16 hours during snow or other weather emergencies. 3. Sufficient speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with coworkers in person or over a radio. 4. Sufficient color vision, depth perception, distance and peripheral vision to safely operate vehicles and equipment in all weather conditions. 5. Sufficient dexterity to safely operate powered and manual street maintenance tools. 6. Sufficient hearing to understand verbal instructions, respond to questions from the public and hear traffic in work areas. 7. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to operate required equipment safely in all types of weather and a variety of road conditions. MISCELLANEOUS 1. Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, safety glasses, safety vest, hearing protection, gloves and hard hat. 2. Must comply with City of Waterloo Residency Policy for Critical Employees (physically reside within ten -mile radius of Waterloo City Hall -will be given reasonable compliance period as determined by department head). Must maintain a local telephone number in order to be contacted during emergencies. 3. Must submit to Department of Transportation requirements including pre -employment, post -accident, reasonable suspicion, random and return-to-duty/follow-up alcohol and drug testing. 4. Following a conditional offer of employment, the City of Waterloo requires a physical examination and a drug test by a physician of the City's choice to determine if an applicant is capable of performing the essential functions of the position. 5. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to conduct a background investigation including employment and criminal history checks on any applicant being considered for this position. 6. Must submit to and pass Civil Service examination procedures, including equipment test and panel interview. WORK SCHEDULE Will be assigned a shift that is 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. or 11:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m. Will generally work Monday through Friday with twenty - minute paid lunch. Will be required to respond to emergency calls on weekends, evenings and holidays. There may be significant overtime during severe snow emergencies or flooding. Employees hired in this job classification may be cross -utilized in other City departments in emergency and non -emergency situations as determined by the workload. Consequently, hours of work, including starting and ending times, work schedule, rest periods, work duties etc. will vary depending on the department to which the employee is assigned. EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I DESCRIPTION 16 January 2016 Any current full time regular City of Waterloo employee who meets the minimum qualifications is eligible to apply. HOW TO APPLY All qualified employees must submit a cover letter and resume detailing education and experience to the City of Waterloo Human Resources Department, 715 Mulberry St, Waterloo IA 50703 or email employment a(�,waterloo-ia.org by a time and date to be determined. All applicants will receive additional information on the position at the time they submit a resume. CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION PLANNER II COMMUNITY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Under the supervision of the City Planner, assists in overseeing the administrative and technical aspects of City and Black Hawk County planning and zoning, neighborhood revitalization, economic development, physical development of the City and capital improvements programming. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: Each Planner II will be assigned specific responsibilities within the following: assembles data and prepares final draft for the Planning Commission's annual report and Capital Improvements Program; administers the Capital Improvements Program; administers the Flood Plain Management Program; administers all aspects of the Black Hawk County zoning program and attends all appropriate meetings; responsible for various Boards and Commissions including agendas and packets, attending all related meetings, advising Boards and Commissions and responding to citizen questions; coordinates and monitors issues and responds to inquiries involving salvage yards; monitors activities subject to Subdivision Ordinance and responds to related questions from developers and citizens; coordinates and administers all aspects of the Brownfields grant program, redevelopment, acquisitions and quarterly reports; monitors and coordinates Chamberlain and Construction Machinery property cleanup and revitalization or other similar projects as assigned; coordinates sale of other City -acquired properties; coordinates, reviews and assists with economic development activities and projects, including RISE or other grants, residential, commercial and industrial programs for City (TIF, CURA, CLURA, WHIP, etc.), State (WHP, HQJC, etc.), Federal (New Market) and other economic development programs; coordinates and monitors 657A subcommittee activities (dilapidated housing/nuisance abatement process); coordinates a business contact and visitation program and business marketing program; responsible for acquisition and sale of City property as needed for City projects; represents the City of Waterloo as liaison with other partnering entities, such as Main Street Boards and Councils, GCVA, WDA, WDC, etc. Additional Job Assignments: administers municipal subdivision and zoning ordinance and land use plan; reviews subdivision plans, conducts field surveys for land use planning and develops planning and zoning studies; researches planning and zoning issues and prepares agendas, maps, charts, designs and reports for review by the City Planner and Planning Commission; responds orally and in writing to questions from the public concerning planning and zoning issues; develops and delivers presentations concerning proposed planning projects, attends meetings, conferences and workshops; plans, organizes, directs and reviews work activities of other professional and technical personnel; compiles statistics, performs data entry and completes forms, work drawings and sketches on personal computer using the applicable software; works independently and with others with minimum supervision; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City, Community Planning & Development and OSHA policies, procedures, rules, regulations and safety practices; performs all other related duties as assigned. Acceptable experience and training: graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in urban planning, geography or related field; minimum three years experience in urban or regional planning or any equivalent combination of experience or training that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; if operating a City vehicle, Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: comprehensive knowledge of administrative and technical aspects of urban planning and zoning issues; comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of planning including basic techniques of statistics, economics and sociology; comprehensive knowledge of City of Waterloo and Black Hawk County planning, zoning and related ordinances, rules and regulations; comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations related to application for and use of Federal planning grants; ability to present technical information to the public in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner; ability to read and prepare working drawings and sketches by hand and computer; ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees and supervisory personnel, elected officials, members of the Planning Commission, the Board of Adjustment and the public; ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations on long-range planning issues; ability to coordinate, plan and review the work of professional and technical personnel; ability to operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities; ability to prepare annual work programs and budgets; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. EXAMINATION INFORMATION All qualified applicants who apply by the deadline date will be required to appear before an oral examination panel consisting of a minimum of three people who have expertise in the areas being tested. An individual must receive a minimum average score of sixty points out of one hundred to achieve a passing score on the oral examination. The top applicants, as ranked by their scores on the oral examination, will be the individuals placed on the certified list. TESTING DATE All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the oral examination. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. PLANNER II PROMO NOTICE 16 January 2016 DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT PLANNER II COMMUNITY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT $54,105.90 annualized EXEMPT INCLUDED AFSCME, Local 1195 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Assists in overseeing the administrative and technical aspects of City and Black Hawk County planning and zoning, neighborhood revitalization, economic development, physical development of the City and capital improvements programming. The work is performed under the supervision of the City Planner but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Assists in coordinating and monitoring daily work and special projects assigned to Associate Planners and interns. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. In addition to daily operational responsibilities, each Planner II will be assigned specific responsibilities within the following: 1. Assembles data and prepares final draft for the Planning Commission's annual report and Capital Improvements Program. 2. Administers the Capital Improvements Program. 3. Administers the Flood Plain Management Program. 4. Administers all aspects of the Black Hawk County zoning program and attends all appropriate meetings. 5. Responsible for various Boards and Commissions including agendas and packets, attending all related meetings, advising Boards and Commissions and responding to citizen questions. 6. Coordinates and monitors issues and responds to inquiries involving salvage yards. 7. Monitors activities subject to Subdivision Ordinance and responds to related questions from developers and citizens. 8. Coordinates and administers all aspects of the Brownfields grant program, redevelopment, acquisitions and quarterly reports. 9. Monitors and coordinates Chamberlain and Construction Machinery property cleanup and revitalization or other similar projects as assigned. 10. Coordinates sale of other City -acquired properties. 11. Coordinates, reviews and assists with economic development activities and projects, including RISE or other grants, residential, commercial and industrial programs for City (TIF, CURA, CLURA, WHIP, etc.), State (WIIP, HQJC, etc.), Federal (New Market) and other economic development programs. 12. Coordinates and monitors 657A subcommittee activities (dilapidated housing/nuisance abatement process). 13. Coordinates a business contact and visitation program and business marketing program. 14. Responsible for acquisition and sale of City property as needed for City projects. 15. Represents the City of Waterloo as liaison with other partnering entities, such as Main Street Boards and Councils, GCVA, WDA, WDC, etc. Additional Job Assignments 1. Administers municipal subdivision and zoning ordinance and land use plan. 2. Reviews subdivision plans, conducts field surveys for land use planning and develops planning and zoning studies. 3. Researches planning and zoning issues and prepares agendas, maps, charts, designs and reports for review by the City Planner and Planning Commission. 4. Responds orally and in writing to questions from the public concerning planning and zoning issues. 5. Develops and delivers concerning proposed attends meetings, workshops. presentations planning projects, conferences and 6. Plans, organizes, directs and reviews work activities of other professional and technical personnel. 7. Compiles statistics, performs data entry and completes forms, work drawings and sketches on personal computer using the applicable software. 8. Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. 9. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 10. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City, Community Planning & Development and OSHA policies, procedures, rules, regulations and safety practices. 11. Performs all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Comprehensive knowledge of the administrative and technical aspects of urban planning and zoning issues. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of planning including basic techniques of statistics, economics and sociology. 3. Comprehensive knowledge of City of Waterloo and Black Hawk County planning, zoning and related ordinances, rules and regulations. 4. Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations related to application for and use of Federal planning grants. 5. Ability to present technical information to the public in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner. 6. Ability to read and prepare working drawings and sketches by hand and computer. 7. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees and supervisory personnel, elected officials, members of the Planning Commission, the Board of Adjustment and the public. 8. Ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations on long-range planning issues. 9. Ability to coordinate, plan and review the work of professional and technical personnel. 10. Ability to operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities. 11. Ability to prepare annual work programs and budgets. 12. Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING 1. Graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in urban planning, geography or related field. 2. Minimum three years experience in urban or regional planning OR Any equivalent combination of experience or training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. 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 in person and by telephone. 2. Sufficient vision and manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate office equipment, personal computer, cartographic and drafting instruments and other planning equipment. 3. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to visit other work and development sites, inside and outdoors, attend meetings and meet with the public at a variety of locations. MISCELLANEOUS 1. If driving a City vehicle, must have a current Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on the City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. 2. Required to submit to Civil Service examination procedures including a panel interview. WORK SCHEDULE Generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with one hour unpaid lunch. Must also be available outside these hours for department or City activities or meetings that require the attendance of the Planner II. PLANNER II PROMO DESCRIPTION 16 January 2016 All qualified applicants must submit a cover letter and resume detailing education and work experience to the City of Waterloo Human Resources Department, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703 or email emplovmenawaterloo-ia.org. The resume must be received by a time and date to be determined. Faxed resumes not accepted. All applicants will receive additional information on the position within a week of submitting their resume. The City is not responsible for resumes that do not reach us electronically or by regular mail service. A candidate who submits a resume by the deadline date and time and does not contact the City that they have not received a response will not be considered. CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE OPEN EXAMINATION PLANNER I COMMUNITY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Under the general direction of the City Planner or the Community Development Director, performs a wide range of assignments relating to housing, neighborhood revitalization, economic development, zoning, subdivision of land, the physical development of the City including capital improvements programming and various sections of the master plan, county zoning and agricultural preservation. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: In addition to daily operational responsibilities, each Planner I will be assigned to work one of the following areas: Planning & Zoning: reviews subdivision plans for conformity with principles of good planning and land use practices in adjacent developments for compliance with subdivision and zoning regulations; conducts field surveys to determine land use; develops zoning and planning studies; advises members of the public who are seeking information concerning planning and zoning questions; researches, writes and submits reports dealing with major planning and zoning issues; works with a vast array of Federal and State projects, agencies and grants including but not limited to Certified Local Government, National Register of Historic Places, Brownfields funding, transportation funding, State Transportation Improvements Plan, census data, Iowa Department of Economic Development, EPA and State Historic Preservation Office; provides assistance to the Planning, Programming & Zoning Commission, the Waterloo Board of Adjustment, the Highway 218 Design Review Board, the Complete Streets Advisory Committee, Main Street Board, Main Street Councils and the Historic Preservation Commission; provides assistance to the Black Hawk County Planning & Zoning Commission and the Black Hawk County Board of Adjustment; coordinates and monitors issues and responds to inquiries involving salvage yards; assists with Administration of all aspects of the Brownfields grant and redevelopment program; assists with economic development activities and projects, including RISE or other grants, residential, commercial and industrial programs for City (TIF, CURA, CLURA,. WHIP, etc.), State (WHP, HQJC, etc.,) and Federal (New Market) and other economic development programs; coordinates and administers the Bus Bench Program; coordinates and administers the Planning Department approval of alcohol licensing. Community Development & Housing: tracks and reports on Federal programs and develops housing planning studies; advises members of the public who are seeking information concerning neighborhood revitalization; researches, writes and submits reports dealing with major State and Federal assistance programs; provides assistance to the Community Development Board and the Waterloo Housing Authority. Both Areas: locates, selects and compiles basic data and prepares planning reports; prepares necessary maps including utilization of Geographic Information System (GIS) software, line drawing charts, designs and layouts for City projects; assists in the collection, assembly, implementation and analysis of marketing data, strategies and plans; assists giving presentations on community planning projects; prepares grants for various outside funding entities; assists in the development and implementation of neighborhood planning initiatives; compiles reports, performs data entry and completes forms on personal computer using the applicable software, including Word, Excel and ArcGIS; works independently and with others with minimum supervision; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and City, OSHA and Community, Planning & Development safety rules and regulations; performs all other related duties as assigned. Acceptable experience and training: Bachelor's Degree in urban planning, geography or related field; (will accept candidates who have not yet completed their degree, but degree must be completed prior to hire); prefer minimum one year of experience in planning, housing, landscape architecture or related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; if operating a City vehicle, Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and zoning and/or affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization including basic techniques of statistics and design; ability to plan, assist and occasionally supervise the work of others as it relates to planning principles and practices; ability to plan projects and prepare related designs, plans, maps and cost estimates; ability to present materials and information in good report form, complete forms and perform required record keeping; skilled in use of personal computer, cartographic and drafting instruments and equipment, microfilm and general office equipment; ability to function with independent judgment and skills to plan, organize and implement activities of the Community Planning & Development Department; ability to communicate orally and in writing and to read, analyze, record and interpret complex technical data, review materials on a variety of projects, present facts and findings clearly and concisely, give advice and recommendations and respond to questions from the public, public officials and coworkers; ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees, supervisors, public officials, other governmental subdivisions and agencies and the public; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to conduct a background investigation including employment, education and criminal history checks on any applicant being considered for this position. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to require a physical examination, including a drug test, by a physician of the City's choice to determine if an applicant is capable of performing the essential functions of the position. EXAMINATION INFORMATION Qualified applicants who apply by the deadline date will be required to appear before an oral examination panel consisting of a minimum of three people who have expertise in the areas being tested. An individual must receive a minimum average score of sixty points out of one hundred to achieve a passing score on the oral examination. The top applicants, as ranked by their scores on the oral examination, will be the individuals placed on the certified list. Applicants who qualify as outlined and are full time regular employees of the City of Waterloo shall have one additional point per full year of employment up to a maximum of five points added to their final score. Honorably discharged men and women from the military or naval forces of the United States who qualify per provisions of Chapter 35 of the Code of Iowa and who are citizens and residents of the United States shall have five additional points added to their final score upon submission of their DD214 or ten points added if they were awarded a Purple Heart or have a service connected disability. ORAL EXAMINATION DATE Qualified applicants who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the examination. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. PLANNER I NOTICE 16 January 2016 PLANNER I DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT COMMUNITY PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT $22.62 per hour NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED AFSCME Local 1195 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Performs a wide range of assignments relating to housing, neighborhood revitalization, economic development, zoning, subdivision of land, the physical development of the City including capital improvements programming and various sections of the master plan, county zoning and agricultural preservation. The work is performed under the general direction of the City Planner or the Community Development Director, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. May supervise temporary employees or interns. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. In addition to daily operational responsibilities, each Planner I will be assigned to work any of the following: Planning & Zoning 1. Reviews subdivision plans for conformity with principles of good planning and land use practices in adjacent developments for compliance with subdivision and zoning regulations. 2. Conducts field surveys to determine land use. 3. Develops zoning and planning studies. 4. Advises members of the public who are seeking information concerning planning and zoning questions. 5. Researches, writes and submits dealing with major planning and issues. reports zoning 6. Works with a vast array of Federal and State projects, agencies and grants including but not limited to Certified Local Government, National Register of Historic Places, Brownfields funding, transportation funding, State Transportation Improvements Plan, census data, Iowa Department of Economic Development, EPA and State Historic Preservation Office. 7. Provides assistance to the Planning, Programming & Zoning Commission, the Waterloo Board of Adjustment, the Highway 218 Design Review Board, the Complete Streets Advisory Committee, Main Street Board, Main Street Councils and the Historic Preservation Commission. 8. Provides assistance to the Black Hawk County Planning & Zoning Commission and the Black Hawk County Board of Adjustment. 9. Coordinates and monitors issues and responds to inquiries involving salvage yards. 10. Assists with Administration of all aspects of the Brownfields grant and redevelopment program. 11. Assists with economic development activities and projects, including RISE or other grants, residential, commercial and industrial programs for City (TIF, CURA, CLURA,. WHIP, etc.), State (WHP, HQJC, etc.,) and Federal (New Market) and other economic development programs. 12. Coordinates and administers the Bus Bench Program. 13. Coordinates and administers the Planning Department approval of alcohol licensing. Community Development & Housing 1. Tracks and reports on Federal programs and develops housing planning studies. 2. Advises members of the public who are seeking information concerning neighborhood revitalization. 3. Researches, writes and submits reports dealing with major State and Federal assistance programs. 4. Provides assistance to the Community Development Board and the Waterloo Housing Authority. Both Areas 1. Locates, selects and compiles basic data and prepares planning reports. 2. Prepares necessary maps, including utilization of Geographic Information System (GIS) software, line drawing charts, designs and layouts for City projects. 3. Assists in the collection, assembly, implementation and analysis of marketing data, strategies and plans. 4. Assists giving presentations on community planning projects. 5. Prepares grants for various outside funding entities. 6. Assists in the development and implementation of neighborhood planning initiatives. 7. Compiles reports, performs data entry and completes forms on personal computer using the applicable software, including Word, Excel and ArcGIS. 8. Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 10. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and City, OSHA and Community, Planning & Development safety rules and regulations. 11. Performs all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and zoning, affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization including basic techniques of statistics and design. 2. Ability to plan, assist and occasionally supervise the work of others as it relates to planning principles and practices. 3. Ability to plan projects and prepare related designs, plans, maps and cost estimates. 4. Ability to present materials and information in good report form, complete forms and perform required record keeping. 5. Skilled in use of personal computer, cartographic and drafting instruments and equipment, microfilm and general office equipment. 6. Ability to function with independent judgement and skills to plan, organize and implement activities of the Community Planning & Development Department. 7. Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to read, analyze, record and interpret complex technical data, review materials on a variety of projects, present facts and findings clearly and concisely, give advice and recommendations and respond to questions from the public, public officials and coworkers. 8. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees, supervisors, public officials, other governmental subdivisions and agencies and the public. 9. Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING 1. Graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in urban planning, geography or related field (will accept candidates who have not yet completed their degree, but degree must be completed prior to hire); prefer minimum one year of experience in planning, housing, landscape architecture or related field. OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. If operating a City vehicle must have an Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on the City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. A candidate with any of the following will be eliminated from operating a City vehicle: loss of license for any reason during the period of candidacy for employment, if the candidate remains without a valid, current license for the position when the City issues an offer of employment; loss of license, plea of guilty, plea of no contest or its equivalent or conviction for OWI, reckless driving or other major moving violation within the previous five years; four or more citations for moving violations within the previous three-year period, excluding speeding violations of 10 mph or less over the posted speed limit; three or more citations for moving violations within the previous one- year period. After appointment to the position, disciplinary action or loss of driving privileges with a City vehicle may be reviewed for the following: four or more moving violations within the previous three years, three or more moving violations within the previous one year or loss of license or conviction for OWI, reckless driving or other major moving violation within the previous five years; two or more at -fault accidents within a three-year period while driving on City business; a combination of three or more at -fault or not -at -fault accidents within a three-year period. Applicant's driving record will be reviewed prior to an offer of employment. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES The following physical abilities are required with or without accommodation: 1. Sufficient speech and hearing that permits the employee to respond to questions from the public, public officials and coworkers in person or on the telephone, and make oral presentations. 2. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to safely operate a passenger vehicle, travel inside and outside in all weather, review development sites for rezoning or rehabilitation and attend meetings. 3. Sufficient vision and manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate a personal computer, use cartographic and drafting instruments, review plans and development or rehabilitation sites, handle files and perform other administrative and technical duties. MISCELLANEOUS 1. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to require a physical examination, including a drug test, by a physician of the City's choice to determine if an applicant is capable of performing the essential functions of the job classification. 2. The City of Waterloo will conduct a background investigation including employment and criminal history checks on any applicant being considered for this position. 3. Must submit to and pass Civil examination procedures including interview. Service an oral WORK SCHEDULE Generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with a one hour unpaid lunch although schedule may need to be adjusted based on meeting schedule. Must also be available for department or City activities or meetings that require the attendance of the Planner I. May be significant number of evening meetings. Limited overtime. PLANNER I DESCRIPTION 16 January 2016