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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/29/2015CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA 7:30 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2015 lst Floor Conference Room — City Hall 715 Mulberry Street Waterloo, IA 50703 Roll Ca11 Bonetta Culp Barry Haskins Jerome Amos Abraham Funchess (ex officio) Approval of Agenda for May 29, 2015 Approval of Minutes for May 7, 2015 I. Unfinished Business A. Certification of Civil Service List for Permit Writer — Building Inspections — Open Exam B. Certification of Civil Service List for Operations Supervisor — Sanitation — Open Exam C. Certification of Civil Service List for Sign & Traffic Equipment Operator — Traffic Operations — Open Exam D. Updates 1. Clerk II — Open/Promotional Exam 2. Fire Recruit — Open Exam 3. Fire Engineer — Promotional Exam 4. Financial Analyst — Open Exam II. New Business A. None III. Other Business A. None Adjournment Suzy Schares City Clerk CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 a.m. Thursday, May 7, 2015 I31 Floor Conference Room — City Hall Members Present: Member Absent: Others Present: Bonetta Culp, Barry Haskins, Jerome Amos Abraham Funchess (ex officio) Pat Treloar, Cheryl Huddleston Huddleston stated there was a change to the Agenda removing Item I(A) — Certification of Financial Analyst. We ended up with only two candidates to interview and neither passed the interview so we are trying to decide how to proceed to get a decent list of candidates. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Amos to approve the May 7, 2015 Agenda with the removal of Item I(A). Motion carried. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the March 27, 2015 Minutes. Motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINES The Civil Service List for Laboratory Services Foreman — Waste Management Services was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 2/16/15 and by Civil Service on 2/26/15. The position was posted as a promotional in all City departments and we received 1 resume. Panel members were Brian Rath and Brian Bowman from Waste Management Services and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. The list has 1 white female. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Amos: 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 Laboratory Services Foreman for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Waste Management Services Department. List shall exhaust upon appointment. CERTIFIED LIST Kathy Skillings Motion carried. The Civil Service List for Laboratory Technician was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 2/16/15 and by Civil Service on 2/26/15. The position was posted on the City website, a notice sent to the agencies and organizations on the Affirmative Action List and posted in all City departments. We received 4 resumes and 2 applicants were invited to interview. Panel members were Brian Rath and Brian Bowman from Waste Management Services and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. The list has 1 white male and 1 white female. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Amos: 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 appointment to the position of Laboratory Technician for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Waste Management Services Department. Appointment(s) shall be made from this list for the next year (May 7, 2015 — May 6, 2016). CERTIFIED LIST Thaddeus Childers Cassandra Cory Motion carried. Updates Clerk II — Open/Promotional Exam Still waiting to see what happens with contracting out parking before deciding whether to proceed with the current opening. The contract goes to Council on May 18t. Permit Writer — Building Inspections — Open Exam Approved by Human Resources Committee 3/16/15; approved by Civil Service 3/27/15; vacancy due to resignation; ad Courier, City website and cable, notice sent to agencies and organizations on the Affirmative Action List and posted in all City departments; received 17 resumes; still reviewing. Operations Supervisor - Sanitation — Open Exam Approved by Human Resources Committee 3/16/15; approved by Civil Service 3/27/15; vacancy due to retirement of Solid Waste Foreman; decision made to make this positon a non -bargaining management position due to the amount of responsibility; ad Courier, City website and cable, notice sent to agencies and organizations on the Affirmative Action List and posted in all City departments; received 14 resumes; have invited 8 to interview. Sign & Traffic Equipment Operator — Traffic Operations — Open Exam Approved by Human Resources Committee 3/30/15; approved by Civil Service 3/27/15; vacancy due to promotion; ad Courier, City website and cable, notice sent to agencies and organizations on the Affirmative Action List and posted in all City departments; received 35 resumes; will probably interview about 10-11. NEW BUSINESS The job description and testing criteria for Fire Recruit was presented for approval. The position is being reviewed by the Human Resources Committee on 4/6/15 and will most likely be approved. The current list expires later in the summer, but the department wants to get the process started so they have a timely list because it is a long process. There are several changes to the description and testing. The wording has been changed from, "must be citizen of the United States" to "must be legal to work in the United States". There is now a cutoff of 70% passing score on the written examination where before, if you were in the top 60 scores no matter how low your score might be, you were allowed to proceed in the testing. The written exam now counts as 50% and the interview counts as 50% of the overall test score, which is a change from 40%/60%. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Amos to approve the job description and testing criteria for Fire Recruit. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Fire Engineer was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 5/11/15. The current list expires late summer but the written exam preparation time takes 8-12 weeks. There are several changes on this testing process too. There were minor changes in the written exam only because we are using a different version of the test. A candidate must now score at least 70% on the written exam — before there wasn't a cutoff. A candidate must also score at least 70% on the Streets Identification Exam — before a candidate could score 5 points out of a possible 50 and still proceed. We are also requiring employees who want to test to put it in writing by either email or a memo — no longer a phone call. The list will be a three-year list instead of a two-year list. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Amos to approve the job description and testing criteria for Fire Engineer. Motion carried. OTHER BUSINESS We have made some changes to the job description for Combination Inspector II. After the description was approved by the Commission, the decision was made to create a Combination Inspector II position in Waste Management that is slightly different than what was detailed on the original description. This revised description takes into account these different job duties. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Amos to approve the revised job description for Combination Inspector II with the highlighted changes. Motion carried. Brief discussion followed regarding changing the residency requirements for critical employees. Chief of Fire Services Treloar requested the Commission's support if such a change were to be considered by the City Council. He feels the current 10-mile limit severely hinders recruitment efforts including for minorities. Huddleston said that it has also caused significant problems finding qualified electricians and forestry employees to name just a couple. The next Civil Service meeting was tentatively scheduled for 5/29/15. With no further business, moved by Haskins, seconded by Amos to adjourn. Motion carried. Cheryl Huddleston, Human Resources Manager Clerk for the Civil Service Commission CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA 7:30 a.m. Thursday, May 7, 2015 1st Floor Conference Room — City Hall 715 Mulberry Street Waterloo, IA 50703 Roll Call Bonetta Culp Barry Haskins Jerome Amos Abraham Funchess (ex officio) Approval of Agenda for May 7, 2015 Approval of Minutes for March 27, 2015 I. Unfinished Business A. Certification of Civil Service List for Financial Analyst Finance Dept — Open Exam B. Certification of Civil Service List for Laboratory Services Foreman — Waste Management Services — Promotional Exam C. Certification of Civil Service List for Laboratory Technician — Waste Management Services — Open Exam D. Updates 1. Clerk II — Open/Promotional Exam 2. Permit Writer — Building Inspections — Open Exam 3. Operations Supervisor — Sanitation — Open Exam 4. Sign & Traffic Equipment Operator — Traffic Operations — Open Exam II. New Business A. Approval of Job Description & Testing Criteria for Fire Recruit — Open Exam B. Approval of Job Description & Testing Criteria for Fire Engineer — Promotional Exam III. Other Business A. Change in Job Description for Combination Inspector I1 Adjournment Suzy Schares City Clerk CIVIL. SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 a.m. Friday, March 27, 2015 1" Floor Conference Room — City Hall Members Present: Member Absent: Others Present: Bonetta Culp, Barry Haskins, John Blitsch Abraham Funchess (ex officio) Sandie Greco, Mark Rice, Craig Clark, Cheryl Huddleston Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Haskins to approve the March 27, 2015 Agenda. Motion carried. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the February 26, 2015 Minutes. Motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Civil Service List for Treatment Operations Foreman — Waste Management Services was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 2/16/15 and by Civil Service on 2/26/15. The position was posted as a promotional in all City departments and we received 1 resume. Panel members were Brian Rath and Mark Brandes from Waste Management Services and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. The list has 1 white male. Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Haskins: 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 Treatment Operations Foreman for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Waste Management Services Department. List shall exhaust upon appointment. CERTIFIED LIST Brian Bowman Motion carried. The Civil Service List for Housing Coordinator — Waterloo Housing Authority was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 1/5/15 and by Civil Service on 1/27/15. The position was advertised in the Courier, posted on the City website and cable channel, a notice sent to the agencies and organizations on the Affirmative Action List and posted in all City departments. We received 34 resumes and 8 applicants were invited to interview. Panel members were Julie Snider and Wanda Hill -Dorris from Waterloo Housing and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. One candidate did not pass the interview. The list has 1 white male, 4 white females and 2 black females. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Blitsch: 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 appointment to the position of Housing Coordinator for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Housing Authority. Appointment(s) shall be made from this list for the next year (March 27, 2015 — March 26, 2016). CERI U 1ED LIST Sheri Sigler Tajah Wright Cinthia Knox Sonia Mayer Krystal Easton Sheryl Small Eric Kramer Motion carried. The Civil Service List for Combination Inspector II — Building Inspections was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 1/12/15 and by Civil Service on 1/27/15. The position was advertised in the Courier, posted on the City website and cable channel, a notice sent to the agencies and organizations on the Affirmative Action List and posted in all City departments. We received 27 resumes and 13 applicants were invited to interview. Panel members were Tim Moyer and Brian Baker from Building Inspections and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. One candidate did not pass the interview. The main list has 10 white males and the reserve list has 2 white males. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Blitsch: 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 appointment to the position of Combination Inspector II for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Building Inspections Department. Appointment(s) shall be made from this list for the next year (March 27, 2015 — March 26, 2016). CERTIFIED LIST Scott Strader Steve Hostetler Brian Delagardelle Michael Bartlett Timothy Butler Robert Lentzkow Hasan Baltic Jerry Youtsey Nicholas Hellman Jason Mai The reserve list shall be held in reserve and must be certified within the first year in order to be utilized. RESERVE LIST James Oberle Kevin Schults Motion carried. Updates Financial Analyst — Finance Dept Approved by Human Resources 1/12/15; Civil Service 1/27/15; advertised Courier, City website and cable, notice sent to Affirmative Action list and posted in all City departments; received 9 resumes and interviews will be scheduled soon. Lab Services Foreman — Waste Management Services Approved by Human Resources 2/16/15; Civil Service 2/26/15; posted in all City departments; received 1 resume and will be interviewed soon. Laboratory Technician — Waste Management Services Approved by Human Resources 2/16/15; Civil Service 2/26/15; advertising will begin this weekend. Clerk II Position posted for demotion/transfer — no interest; since current vacancy is in City Clerk's Office, we are waiting to see what happens with contracting out parking before deciding whether to proceed with the Civil Service process. NEW BUSINESS The job description and testing criteria for Permit Writer — Building Inspections was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 3/16/15. There is a vacancy due to a resignation. There are no changes in the job description and testing criteria. Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Haskins to approve the job description and testing criteria for Permit Writer — Building Inspections. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Operations Supervisor - Sanitation was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 3/16/15. There is a vacancy due to the retirement of the Solid Waste Foreman. The decision has been made to make this a non -bargaining management position so the job description and testing criteria is entirely new. Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Haskins to approve the job description and testing criteria for Operations Supervisor - Sanitation. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Sign & Traffic Equipment Operator — Traffic Operations was presented for approval. The position will be taken to the Human Resources Committee for approval on 3/30/15. There is a vacancy due to a promotion. Only minor changes were made to the job description due to new technology in designing/fabricating signs. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Blitsch to approve the job description and testing criteria for Sign & Traffic Equipment Operator — Traffic Operations. Motion carried. OTHER BUSINESS None. This is Commissioner Blitsch's final meeting since his current term has expired. Culp wanted it noted in the minutes of how appreciative the Commission is of Commissioner Blitsch's tireless efforts as a member of the Civil Service Commission. With no further business, moved by Blitsch, seconded by Haskins to adjourn. Motion carried. Cheryl Huddleston, Human Resources Manager Clerk for the Civil Service Commission CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA OPEN EXAMINATION FIRE FIGHTER RECRUIT WATERLOO FIRE RESCUE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Entry level position under the general direction of a Company Officer, Captain and Battalion Chief responsible for combating, extinguishing and preventing fires, responding to medical and rescue calls, assisting in answering emergency calls, educating the public regarding injury and fire prevention, performing general labor tasks in the care and maintenance of Fire Rescue property and equipment, attending training courses related to fire fighting and fire prevention, assisting in fire station drill sessions, performing assigned fire inspections of buildings, fire escapes and other related structures for compliance with fire prevention ordinances and other duties as assigned. An illustrative list of essential functions and physical abilities are listed in the job description. Acceptable experience and training: high school graduate/GED by deadline date for resume; must obtain EMS State Certification at least at EMT-B level, on the individual's own time and expense, during one year probationary period; depending on department needs, may be required to obtain paramedic certification after completing one year on the job and maintain this certification for five years; must obtain Fire Fighter I Certification within one year probation; must obtain and maintain Haz- Mat Certification at least at operations level; current driver's license and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria; must obtain and maintain Iowa Class D Driver's License after appointment. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: ability to learn the operations and maintenance of fire apparatus and equipment used by the department; ability to learn the locations of City streets, principal buildings and fire hydrants; able to pass State mandated post job offer physical examination, a drug test, a psychological test and a background investigation. Miscellaneous: eighteen years of age by resume deadline; color vision, far visual acuity and peripheral vision as mandated by State standards (see job description); hearing as mandated by State standards (see job description); legally eligible to work in the United States; no alcohol or drug dependency; willing to comply with Residency Policy for Critical Employees (must live within ten -mile radius of Waterloo City Hall within two years of hire date or has approved by Chief of Fire Services); no felony conviction or conviction for a crime involving moral turpitude. EXAMINATION INFORMATION WRITTEN EXAMINATION All candidates who meet the minimum requirements and apply by the deadline date will be required to participate in a written examination designed by Cooperative Personnel Services. The test will cover the following: (1) Understanding Written Information; (2) Mathematical Ability; (3) Mechanical Ability; (4) Teamwork/Public Relations/Community Living. The test will be 2- hour test with a total of 100 questions. The written examination will be held at a time, date and location to be determined. Check -in will be held from 5-5:30 p.m. Picture identification is required. A candidate without picture identification will not be allowed to test. A candidate must score a minimum of 70% on the written examination in order to proceed to the physical ability test. A maximum of sixty (60) applicants (with exception of tied scores) of those who have completed the written examination with a score of 70% or higher shall be allowed to proceed in the testing process. These applicants will be those who progressively scored the highest on the written examination. The written examination will count as 50% of the overall test score. There will be $10.00 fee assessed to each candidate to take the written examination. This fee will be collected at the time of check -in for the test. A candidate will not be allowed to take the examination without paying this fee. PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST The top sixty- (60) applicants, as outlined above, will be required to participate in the Physical Ability Test. The Physical Ability Test will be administered and scored by staff from Waterloo Fire Rescue and monitored by a staff person from the Human Resources Department. All applicants participating in the Physical Ability Test will be required to obtain a statement from their personal physician prior to the test indicating they are physically capable of safely participating in the Physical Ability Test. The test will be graded on a pass/fail scoring system. Each applicant will be contacted immediately upon receipt of his or her score. Only the applicants who pass the Physical Ability Test will be allowed to proceed in the testing process. The Physical Ability Test will be held at the Hazardous Materials Regional Training Center, 1925 Newell, Waterloo on a date(s) to be determined. The top sixty candidates will be assigned a specific date and time to appear for the Physical Ability Test. NOTE: VOLUNTARY PRACTICE SESSIONS FOR THE PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST WILL BE HELD AT THE REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER ON dates to be determined YOU MUST PRE -REGISTER TO ATTEND A SESSION BY CALLING 291-4459 AND ASKING FOR BEV, YOU MUST HAVE A "PERMISSION TO TEST" FORM COMPLETED FROM YOUR PHYSICL4N SAYING YOU ARE PHYSICALLY CAPABLE OF SAFELY PARTICIPATING AND YOU MUST SIGN A WAIVER FORM. THE "PERMISSION TO TEST FORM" IS IN THIS PACKET AND THE WAIVER FORM WILL BE AT THE PRACTICE SITE. ORAL INTERVIEW All applicants who pass the Physical Ability Test will be required to appear before an oral interview panel. The interview panel shall consist of a minimum of three persons who have expertise in the areas being tested. An individual must obtain a minimum average score of sixty points out of one hundred points to achieve a passing score on the interview. The oral examination will count 50% of the overall test score. The oral examinations will be held at the Hazardous Materials Regional Training Center, 1925 Newell. Waterloo on a date(s) to be determined. Every effort will be made to interview out-of-state candidates on the first day after the physical ability test. Only those candidates who successfully pass the Physical Ability Test will be interviewed. SCORING Those applicants who successfully complete the written and oral examinations, as outlined above, will have their final scores determined by combining the weighted percentage of their score from the written examination with the weighted percentage of their score from the oral examination plus any veteran or City employee preference points as outlined below. 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. The top forty applicants as ranked by their total points, as outlined, shall be the individuals placed on the certified list. Employment is contingent upon a good driving record, based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria, passing of a post job offer physical examination, including a drug test, passing a psychological examination and successful completion of a background investigation. MMPI II EXAMINATION: Prior to an applicant being hired from the Civil Service Certified List, the applicant must satisfactorily complete this pre- employment personality test to measure those attitudes that are determined to be most relevant to one's success as a fire fighter. The test measures five categories: 1. Validity 2. Personal adjustment 3. Interpersonal relations 4. Behavioral stability 5. Employment objectives The examination consists of 567 true/false questions. The City of Waterloo Civil Service Commission has established the following application of the MMPIII scores. Applicants taking the MMPI II will receive a rating in one of several categories: A, B, B?, C, C?, retest, D, E. An applicant receiving a retest, D rating, or E rating shall be required to undergo further psychological testing prior to employment. The results of this additional testing for a retest, D rating, or E rating applicant could be grounds for removal from the Certified List. In addition, an applicant with an A rating, B rating, or C rating could be required to undergo further evaluation, prior to employment, if deemed necessary by the Chief of Fire Services, Human Resources Department or the Civil Service Commission and the results of this additional psychological testing could be utilized as grounds for removal from the Certified Fire Recruit List. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. A.A./E.E.O. FIRE RECRUIT NOTICE 15 May 2015 FIRE FIGHTER RECRUIT DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT WATERLOO FIRE RESCUE $16.38 per hour effective 7/1/15 ($45,143.28 annualized) NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED INTERNATIONAL ASSO. OF FIRE FIGHTERS LOCAL #66 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Entry level position responsible for performing various duties in the Fire Rescue Department including but not limited to the following: combating, extinguishing and preventing fires; responding to medical and rescue calls; assisting in answering emergency calls; educating the public regarding injury and fire prevention; performing a variety of general labor tasks in the care and maintenance of Fire Rescue property and equipment; attending training courses related to fire fighting and fire prevention; assisting in fire station drill sessions when assigned; performing assigned fire inspections of buildings, fire escapes and other related structures for compliance with fire prevention ordinances; other duties as assigned. The work is performed under the general direction of a Company Officer, Captain and Battalion Chief. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PHYSICAL ABILITIES (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification and are derived from the performance objectives stated in Medical Protocol for Fire Fighters, Municipal Fire and Police Retirement System of Iowa and NFPA 1001, Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications: A Fire Fighter candidate shall maintain a sufficient physical and mental fitness level to perform the following functions with safety and competency: 1. Safely drive fire fighting/other emergency vehicles. 2. Visually assess the emergency or fire scene and/or condition of patient(s) and request additional assistance when necessary. 3. Properly use and monitor fire fighting equipment and tools. 4. Perform rescue, clean up and salvage activities. 5. Verbally communicate with others in person, by telephone or via two-way radio. 6. Understand and follow orders. 7. Provide emergency medical services. 8. Properly maintain and utilize required personal and/or chemical protective equipment including SCBA and encapsulated suit. 9. Utilize Incident Command System. 10. Assist in on -site control including traffic control, providing assistance to bystanders, and calming distraught persons. 11. Prepare accurate reports. 12. Function as a member of the team and as an individual. 13. Free/lift/move patient(s) in a safe manner and prepare patient(s) for transport. Using universal precautions, correctly perform emergency medical services, and properly utilize medical equipment and supplies. Transport patient(s) to a medical facility, monitor patient(s), and provide needed care in route, and report patient(s) condition and treatment provided to medical staff. Remain available to assist medical staff when requested 14. Able to maintain Haz-Mat certification at least at operations level. Be prepared and respond to releases and potential releases of hazardous materials for the purpose of controlling the release including assessing the emergency scene and identifying the area and extent of exposure and implementing an emergency response plan. Use field survey instruments and equipment, performing classification, identification, and verification of hazardous materials including visually identifying hazardous materials by color coding system. Use chemical reference materials including books, charts or computers. Perform, assist or oversee hazardous materials control operations and assist with mitigation of Haz-Mat incident including implementing appropriate decontamination procedures. 15. Inspect residential and commercial buildings for fire hazards and report violations for follow-up. 16. Attend and participate in ongoing training drills and utilize training materials to learn, know and be able to demonstrate proficiency in: a. drills and evolutions. b. safe use of all equipment, tools and supplies. c. role of the fire fighter at fires, response to emergency medical calls and hazardous exposure situations. d. knowledge of components of fire and its behavior. e. fire department rules and regulations. f. location of streets, direct routes, water mains and hydrants in response area. 17. Report and prepare for duty on time presenting a neat and clean appearance and dressed in appropriate uniform. Remain on duty for twenty-four (24) hour periods. 18. Inspect, service, inventory, maintain and perform scheduled operational tests on all equipment and tools. 19. Communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers, supervisors and members of the public. 20. Prepare trucks and equipment for next emergency response. 21. It is not feasible to rate the frequency of physical demands for emergency situations due to the varied nature of tasks and environmental conditions that a Fire Fighter may encounter. The majority of critical functions are not performed consistently in the course of a typical shift. Critical tasks are usually performed under emergency situations lasting from a few minutes to several hours and requiring intense physical and mental exertion. The responsibility to protect the public and to prevent or reduce the possibility of injury to fire personnel requires that each of the physical demands would be rated as frequent or constant. These include the following: Standing and walking. Bending. Stooping and squatting. Crawling and kneeling. Climbing stairs and ladders. Reaching above, at and below shoulder level. Pushing/pulling up to one hundred (100) pounds. h. Lifting and carrying up to one hundred (100) pounds. i. Twisting torso, hands, neck, and waist. j. Hand and wrist motions such as simple and firm grasping, and radial and ulnar deviation. k. Visual effort twenty (20) inches or less up to twenty (20) feet or more in reduced visibility. 1. Color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. m. Hearing and speaking in loud and confused situations. a. b. c. d. e. f. g. These physical demands would be rated as occasional: a. Pushing/pulling over one hundred pounds. b. Lifting over one hundred pounds. c. Carrying over one hundred pounds. 22. Mental and emotional demands include the ability to: a. Perform tasks with intense concentration for extended periods of time. b. Remain calm. c. Present self in non -threatening and courteous manner to the public in emergency situations. d. Work as a member of the team while functioning as an individual. e. Understand and follow orders. 23. Must be able to tolerate environmental conditions including the following: a. Extreme fluctuations in temperature. Must perform physically demanding tasks in extreme heat (over 400 degrees Fahrenheit) with humidity up to 100% while wearing personal protective equipment that impairs the body's cooling system. b. Must perform duties in sub zero weather and contend with wind chill factors. c. Must often work in wet, muddy or icy areas. d. Must frequently work on slippery or uneven surfaces such as rooftops, ladders, and icy ground surfaces. e. Must perform work on or about moving machinery or equipment or in the vicinity of vehicles in motion (i.e. emergency vehicles, power tools, cutting torches, etc.). f. Face exposure to infectious agents such as Hepatitis B, HIV, TB, meningitis. Face exposure to hazardous substances such as asbestos, hydrogen cyanide, hydrochloric acid, other acids, carbon monoxide, organic solvents, gasoline, etc., either through inhalation or skin contact. h. Exposure to noise levels over ninety decibels (i.e. when riding in emergency vehicles). i. Functioning under poor/no visibility. g• j• k. Exposure to sharp objects. Exposure to vibration when riding in emergency vehicles or operating power tools. 1. Required to perform work in confined spaces or cramped body positions (i.e. attics, cars, under houses, closets, etc.). m. Must perform work, balance self and equipment or people from heights while working on ladders. n. Exposed to possibility of burn injuries from heat, fire, chemicals and electricity. o. Exposure to smoke and dust. Exposure to oil and grease, especially during maintenance and repair of fire fighting equipment. q. Exposure to uninsulated or unshielded electrical equipment. r. Exposure to radiation hazards. s. Exposure to a variety of stressors: - critical decision making in life threatening situations. - performance of complex tasks during life threatening situations. - dealing with critically injured/ill people and their families/friends. - tight time frames. - tasks requiring long periods of intense concentration. - unpleasant or traumatic situations (i.e. critically injured people, death, mass casualty incidents, injury to self or coworkers, etc.). - work twenty-four (24) hour shifts during which sleep may be interrupted or prevented. - working in unknown situations. - must be constantly prepared to respond to emergency situations without warning. t. Required to wear personal protective equipment weighing 50-70 pounds, depending upon situation. u. Exposure to all weather elements (i.e. sun, heat, rain, sleet, snow, ice, etc.). v. Exposure to noxious odors. p. 24. Clean and maintain equipment. 25. Work independently and with others with minimum supervision. 25. Attend work regularly at the designated place and time. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS These functions are part of the job, but may be reasonably accommodated: 1. Investigate complaints of fire hazards, dangers, or violations and accurately document violation/findings. 2. Provide education programs to the public and conduct fire station tours. 3. Know the cause of fire and its behavior. 4. Maintain neat, clean and safe working/living environment including: a. maintaining interior and exterior of fire station. b. change linens and make own bed. c. perform kitchen chores. d. store equipment and supplies. 5. Read and study fire department training materials and literature other than during training and drill periods to maintain proficiency. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Applicants must be eighteen years of age by the deadline date for submission of resume. Verification of birth date will be required at a later time. 2. High school graduate/GED by the deadline date for submission of resume. Verification of high school graduation or G.E.D. will be required at a later time. 3. Possess and maintain EMS State Certification at least at EMT-B level within one year probation period. This must be on the fire recruit's own time and expense. 4. Obtain Fire Fighter I Certification within one year probation period. 5. Obtain and maintain Haz-Mat Certification at least at operations level. 6 . Must possess a current driver's license from state of residence 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 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 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. Must obtain Iowa driver's license prior to employment. Must obtain and maintain Iowa Class D driver's license after appointment. An applicant's driving record will be reviewed prior to an offer of employment and at least annually after hire. 7. Ability to leam the operation and maintenance of fire apparatus and equipment used by the department within a reasonable period of time. 8. Ability to learn the locations of City streets, principal buildings and fire hydrants. Medical protocols including but not limited to vision, hearing, cardiovascular, hypertension and diabetes have been developed by a medical panel under the auspices of the State of Iowa Municipal Fire & Police Retirement System. A candidate who is affected by any of these health issues should review these protocols because they will be used by the medical professionals who conduct the pre- employment physical examination. These are the protocols for vision and hearing. Any applicant who fails to meet the minimum requirements as outlined will be disqualified from consideration. 9. Color vision: tested with pseudoisochromatic plates, such as Ishihara test. If candidate fails, the Farnsworth D-15 must be administered and candidate must pass. Far visual acuity 20/30 or better each eye corrected or uncorrected; 20/100 or better each eye uncorrected with glasses or hard contact lenses; successful wearers of soft contact lens (defined as six months without a problem) not subject to the uncorrected standard. Peripheral vision - visual field performance without correction at least 140 degrees binocular and at least 70 degrees temporal in the horizontal plane in each eye. History of radial keratotomy surgery: post - op records must be submitted for review. Must be no impairing difficulty with glare or night vision, no significant diumal instability in visual testing or function and no indication that uncorrected far acuity will be significantly degraded within the next 2-3 years by progressive hyperopia. Candidate must obtain a statement from their ophthalmologist attesting to this. A minimum deferral period of six months is required for candidates less than 35 years old, or 12 months for those 35 years of age and older. History of Lasik surgery: post -op records must be submitted for review. Must be no impairing difficulty with glare or night vision, no significant diurnal instability in visual testing or function and no indication that uncorrected far acuity will be significantly degraded with the next 2-3 years by progressive hyperopia. Candidate must obtain a statement from their ophthalmologist attesting to this. A minimum deferral period of 4 weeks is required for all candidates. 10. Hearing acuity — pass if: Loss less than or equal to 25dB in three of the four frequencies (500Hz, 1000Hz, 2000Hz, 3000Hz). OR Loss less than or equal 30dB in any one of three frequencies (500Hz, 1000Hz, 2000Hz). AND Average loss less than or equal to 30dB for the four frequencies (500Hz, 1000Hz, 2000Hz, 3000Hz). AND Does not have a medical condition that, based on its severity or degree, could preclude a person from performing as a member in a training or emergency operational environment by presenting a significant risk to the safety and health of the person or others. Must be evaluated on a case -by -case basis to establish if the candidate can successfully fulfill the essential functions of the position. The following conditions will eliminate a candidate for consideration as a fire recruit. If you are uncertain about meeting the vision and hearing requirements you should have your hearing and/or eyesight evaluated prior to participating in the testing process. 11. Does not have an alcohol or drug dependency and successfully passes a drug test as part of a post job offer physical examination. 12. Depending on department needs, may be required to obtain certification at paramedic level after one-year probationary period and maintain this certification for five years. 13. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. 14. Ability to accept lines of authority and promote effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, public officials and the public. 15. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies. 16. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. 17. Legally eligible to work in the United States and willing to comply with the City of Waterloo Residency Policy for Critical Employees (must live within ten -mile radius of Waterloo City Hall within two years of hire date as approved by Chief of Fire Services. If currently in the ten -mile radius, may not move out of that radius after hire). A non-resident of the State of Iowa has up to two years to establish residency in the State of Iowa and shall remain a resident during employment. Such employee shall take reasonable steps to become a resident of the State as soon as practicable following appointment or beginning of employment. 18. Is of good moral character and has not been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude. The City of Waterloo will make this determination through a background investigation. 19. Following a conditional offer of employment the City of Waterloo requires a physical examination by a physician of the City's choice, including a drug test, to determine if an applicant is capable of performing the essential functions of this job classification. The Municipal Fire & Police Retirement System of Iowa has developed the medical protocols and requirements for this examination. The City of Waterloo also requires successful completion of a psychological test performed by a local practitioner (MMPI-II). 20. Required to submit to Civil Service examination procedures that will include a written examination, physical ability test, psychological test and an oral interview. WORK SCHEDULE Will generally be assigned to work twenty-four hour shift schedule (one day on, two days off). May be assigned to a Mon -Fri (40 hour workweek) schedule as a job assignment. May be required to report when off duty for operations where additional staff is needed to effectively control a fire or rescue operation, other emergency situation or to fill in for an unscheduled absence. FIRE RECRUIT DESCRIPTION 15 May 2015 CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FIRE ENGINEER WATERLOO FIRE RESCUE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGEI EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Technical position responsible for performing the following: driving fire fighting apparatus, operating pumps and other mechanical equipment at an assigned fire station and on an assigned shift; assisting with community injury prevention programs; cleaning and servicing assigned apparatus; attending training courses related to fire fighting and fire prevention; performing general maintenance work; assisting in fire station drill sessions; performing assigned fire inspections of buildings, fire escapes and related structures for compliance with fire prevention ordinances; other duties as assigned. An illustrative list of essential functions and physical abilities are listed in the job description. Acceptable experience and training: high school graduate/GED and presently employed with Waterloo Fire Rescue with minimum three years of service as a fire fighter with Waterloo Fire Rescue by the deadline date for application; EMS State Certification as required by department; must maintain Fire Fighter I certification; valid Class D Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria; must comply with the City of Waterloo Residency Policy for critical employees (must live within 10, 20 or 30-mile radius of Waterloo City Hall depending on original hire date). Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: knowledge of principles and practices of fire fighting, EMS, rescue and hazardous materials; ability to learn the operation and maintenance of fire apparatus and equipment; knowledge of location of City streets, principal buildings and fire hydrants; working knowledge of modem fire fighting and rescue principles, practices and methods; knowledge of State and City laws and ordinances regarding fire prevention; ability to accept lines of authority; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. EXAMINATION INFORMATION DRIVING, PUMP OPERATIONS, AERIAL OPERATIONS EXAMINATION All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be required to participate in a practical skills examination covering driving, pump operations and aerial operations. There is a 30-minute time limit to complete the test. Failure to complete the test in 30 minutes will result in no points being awarded for the Driving, Pump Operations, Aerial Operations examination. There are 155 total possible points on this examination. The driving, pump operations, aerial operations examination will be worth 30% of the total score. This examination will be held at a time, date and location to be determined. GENERAL FIRE KNOWLEDGE WRITTEN EXAMINATION All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be required to participate in a written examination entitled, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator, developed by Cooperative Personnel Services. The examination will cover: (1) Firefighting Essentials; (2) Knowledge & Use of Equipment & Apparatus; (3) Water Supplies; (4) Fire Stream Practices — has some Hydraulic Principles & Calculations; (5) Emergency Vehicle Operation. A source list study guide will be provided for this portion of the testing. A staff member from the Human Resources Department will administer the examination and Cooperative Personnel Services will score the examination. A candidate must score at least 70% on the written examination in order to be placed on the Civil Service List. The written examination will be worth 40% of the total score. The written examination will be held at a time, date and location to be determined. STREETS IDENTIFICATION EXAMINATION All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be required to participate in a written examination developed by Waterloo Fire Rescue that tests knowledge of streets. There are 50 total possible points on this examination. A candidate must score at least 70% on the Streets Identification Examination in order to be placed on the Civil Service List. This examination will be worth 30% of the total score. The Streets Written Examination will be held in conjunction with the Cooperative Personnel Services General Fire Knowledge Exam. SCORING Final scores will be determined as follows: (1) 30% of the Driving, Pump Operations, Aerial Operations Examination; (2) 30% of the Streets Identification Examination; (3) 40% of the General Fire Knowledge Written Examination. The ranking for Fire Engineer will be based upon this composite score. The top twenty applicants as ranked by their total points will be the individuals certified on the initial list; the next ten will be placed on a reserve list. Appointments to the promotional position of Fire Engineer will be made from these lists for the next three years. The lists will also be used for out -of - rank assignments until the next promotional examination for Fire Engineer. DEADLINE DATE All qualified candidates who want to take the Fire Engineer tests, must notify the Human Resources Department by email (employmentna,waterloo- ia.org) or by written memo by a time and date to be determined. Testing date/time for the Driving/Pump Operation/Aerial Operations Examination will be scheduled through Battalion Chief Mike Jenn. A.A./E.E.O. FIRE ENGINEER NOTICE 15 May 2015 FIRE ENGINEER DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT WATERLOO FIRE RESCUE $22.64 per hour base ($62,395.84 annualized) (7/1/2015) NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED INTERNATIONAL ASSO FIRE FIGHTERS, LOCAL #66 GENERAL DESCRIPTION Technical position under the general direction of the company officer responsible for performing a variety of duties in the Fire Rescue Department including but not limited to the following: drives assigned pieces of fire fighting apparatus to and from fires and operates pumps and other mechanical equipment; assists with community injury prevention programs; cleans and services assigned apparatus; attends training courses related to fire fighting and fire prevention; performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property; assists in fire station drill sessions when assigned; performs assigned fire inspections of buildings, fire escapes and other related structures for compliance with fire prevention ordinances, other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions are derived from the performance objectives stated in Medical Protocol for Fire Fighters, Municipal Fire and Police Retirement System of Iowa and NFPA 1001, Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications: A Fire Engineer candidate shall maintain a sufficient physical and mental fitness level to perform the following functions with safety and competency: 1.. Safely drive fire fighting/other emergency vehicles. 2. Visually assess the emergency or fire scene and/or condition of patient(s) and request additional assistance when necessary. 3. Properly use and monitor fire fighting equipment and tools. 4. Perform rescue, clean up and salvage activities. 5. Verbally communicate with others in person, by telephone or via two-way radio. 6. Understand and follow orders. 7. Provide emergency medical services as required by department. 8. Properly maintain and utilize required personal and/or chemical protective equipment including SCBA and encapsulated suit. 9. Utilize Incident Command System. 10. Assist in on -site control including traffic control, providing assistance to bystanders, and calming distraught persons. 11. Prepare accurate reports. 12. Function as a member of the team and as an individual. 13. Free/lift/move patient(s) in a safe manner and prepare patient(s) for transport. Using universal precautions, correctly perform emergency medical services, and properly utilize medical equipment and supplies. Transport patient(s) and belongings to a medical facility, monitor patient(s), and provide needed care in route, and report patient(s) condition and treatment provided to medical staff. Remain available to assist medical staff when requested 14. Able to maintain Haz-Mat certification at least at operations level. Be prepared and respond to releases and potential releases of hazardous materials for the purpose of controlling the release including assessing the emergency scene and identifying the area and extent of exposure and implementing an emergency response plan. Use field survey instruments and equipment, performing classification, identification, and verification of hazardous materials including visually identifying hazardous materials by color -coding system. Use chemical reference materials including books, charts or computers. Perform, assist or oversee hazardous materials control operations and assist with mitigation of Haz-Mat incidents including implementing appropriate decontamination procedures. 15. Inspect residential and commercial buildings for fire hazards and report violations for follow up. 16. Attend and participate in ongoing training drills and utilize training materials to learn, know and be able to demonstrate proficiency in: a. drills and evolutions. b. safe use of all equipment, tools and supplies. c. role of the fire fighter at fires, response to emergency medical calls and hazardous exposure situations. d. knowledge of components of fire and its behavior. e. fire department rules and regulations. f. location of streets, direct routes, water mains and hydrants in response area. 17. Report and prepare for duty on time presenting a neat and clean appearance and dressed in uniform. Remain on duty for twenty-four (24) hour periods, interacting with coworkers in confined area. 18. Inspect, service, inventory, maintain and perform scheduled operational tests on all equipment and tools. 19. Communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers, supervisors and members of the public. 20. Prepare trucks and equipment for next emergency response. 21. It is not feasible to rate the frequency of physical demands for emergency situations due to the varied nature of tasks and environmental conditions that a Fire Engineer may encounter. The majority of critical functions are not performed consistently in the course of a typical shift. Critical tasks are usually performed under emergency situations lasting from a few minutes to several hours and requiring intense physical and mental exertion. The responsibility to protect the public and to prevent or reduce the possibility of injury to fire personnel requires that each of the physical demands would be rated as frequent or constant. These include the following: a. Standing and walking. b. Bending. c. Stooping and squatting. d. Crawling and kneeling. e. Climbing stairs and ladders. f. Reaching above, at and below shoulder level. Pushing/pulling up to one hundred (100) pounds. h. Lifting and carrying up to one hundred (100) pounds. i. Twisting torso, hands, neck, waist. j. Hand and wrist motions such as simple and firm grasping, and radial and ulnar deviation. k. Visual effort twenty (20) inches or less up to twenty (20) feet or more in reduced visibility. 1. Color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. m. Hearing and speaking in loud and confused situations. g. These physical demands would be rated as occasional: a. b. c. Pushing/pulling (100) pounds. Lifting over pounds. Carrying over pounds. over one one one hundred hundred (100) hundred (100) 22. Mental and emotional demands include the ability to: a. Perform tasks with intense concentration for extended periods of time. b. Remain calm. c. Present self in non -threatening and courteous manner to the public in emergency situations. d. Work as a member of the team while functioning as an individual. e. Understand and follow orders. 23. Must be able to tolerate environmental conditions including the following: a. Extreme fluctuations in temperature. Must perform physically demanding tasks in extreme heat (over 400 degrees Fahrenheit) with humidity up to 100% while wearing personal protective equipment that impairs the body's cooling system. b. Must perform duties in sub zero weather and contend with wind chill factors. c. Must often work in wet, muddy or icy areas. d. Must frequently work on slippery or uneven surfaces such as rooftops, ladders, and icy ground surfaces. e. Must perform work on or about moving machinery or equipment or in the vicinity of vehicles in motion (i.e. emergency vehicles, power tools, cutting torches, etc.). f. Face exposure to infectious agents such as Hepatitis B, HIV or TB. Face exposure to hazardous substances such as asbestos, hydrogen cyanide, hydrochloric acid, other g• acids, carbon monoxide, organic solvents, gasoline, etc., either through inhalation or skin contact. h. Exposure to noise levels over ninety (90) decibels (i.e. when riding in emergency vehicles). Functioning under poor/no visibility. j. Exposure to sharp objects. k. Exposure to vibration when riding in emergency vehicles or operating power tools. 1. Required to perform work in confined spaces or cramped body positions (i.e. attics, cars, under houses, closets, etc.). m. Must perform work, balance self and equipment or people from heights while working on ladders. n. Exposed to possibility of burn injuries from heat, fire, chemicals and electricity. o. Exposure to smoke and dust. Exposure to oil and grease, especially during maintenance and repair of fire fighting equipment. q. Exposure to uninsulated or unshielded electrical equipment. r. Exposure to radiation hazards. s. Exposure to a variety of stressors: - critical decision making in life threatening situations. - performance of complex tasks during life threatening situations. - dealing with critically injured/ill people and their families/friends. - tight time frames. - tasks requiring long periods of intense concentration. - unpleasant or traumatic situations (i.e. critically injured people, death, mass casualty incidents, injury to self or coworkers, etc.). - work twenty-four (24) hour shifts during which sleep may be interrupted or prevented. - working in unknown situations. - must be constantly prepared to respond to emergency situations without warning. p. t. Required to wear personal protective equipment weighing 50-70 pounds, depending upon situation. u. Exposure to all weather elements (i.e. sun, heat, rain, sleet, snow, ice, etc.). v. Exposure to noxious odors. 24. Clean and maintain equipment. 25. Regular attendance on the job and at the work site is required. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS These functions are part of the job, but may be reasonably accommodated: 1. Investigate complaints of fire hazards, dangers, or violations and accurately document violation/findings. 2. Provide education programs to the public and conduct fire station tours. 3. Know the cause of fire and its behavior. 4. Maintain neat, clean and safe working/living environment including: a. maintaining exterior of fire station. b. change linens and make own bed. c. perform kitchen chores. d. store equipment and supplies. 5. Read and study fire department training materials and literature other than during training and drill periods to maintain proficiency. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING & REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. High school graduate/GED and presently employed with Waterloo Fire Rescue with minimum three years of service as a fire fighter with Waterloo Fire Rescue by the deadline date for application. 2. Maintain EMS State Certification as required by department. 3. Maintain Fire Fighter I certification. 4. Maintain Haz-Mat Certification at least at operations level. 5. Possess and maintain a Class D Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. 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 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. 6. Ability to learn the operations and maintenance of fire apparatus and equipment used by the department within a reasonable period of time. 7. Knowledge of the locations of City streets, principal buildings and fire hydrants. 8. Working knowledge of modern fire fighting, EMS, rescue and hazardous materials principles, practices and methods. Knowledge of the State and City laws and ordinances regarding fire prevention. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Ability to accept lines of authority and promote effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, public officials and members of the public. 12. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies. 13. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. 14. Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. 15. Willing to comply with the City of Waterloo Residency Policy for critical employees (must live within 10, 20 or 30-mile radius of Waterloo City Hall depending on original employment date). 16. Required to submit to Civil Service examination procedures that include a written examination, driving, pump operations, aerial operations and a streets identification test. WORK SCHEDULE Will be assigned to work twenty-four (24) hour shift schedule or as assigned by Fire Chief. May be required to report when off duty for operations where additional staff is needed to effectively control a fire or rescue operation or to fill in for an unscheduled absence. FIRE ENGINEER DESCRIPTION 15 May 2015 COMBINATION INSPECTOR II DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT BUILDING INSPECTIONS or $25.47 after 4 month probation NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LOCAL 353 WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Skilled technical position, under the general direction of the Building Official/Maintenance Administrator or Waste Management Services Superintendent responsible for performing onsite inspections to secure compliance with City of Waterloo ordinances and regulations governing the installation and repair of dwellings and, the performance of code enforcement duties under the jurisdiction of the Building Inspections Department. If working in Waste Management Services (WMS), will perform onsite inspections of grease traps and grease interceptors to insure compliance with those ordinances. No supervisory duties. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. 1. Inspects new and existing electrical, building, plumbing and heating installations in residential buildings for conformance with safety standards, laws and ordinances; if working in Waste Management, will be responsible for inspections of food service establishments to assure proper effluent quality of grease traps or interceptors. 2. Checks work on required permits to see that building, plumbing, electrical and heating work complies with ordinances and regulations and recommends methods for improvement. 3. Follows up on code enforcement issues, dilapidated buildings, garages, investigates complaints, prepares reports and maintains records of work performed; if working in WMS, follows up on code enforcement issues related to FOG (fats, oils, grease) inspections. 4. Assists and advises citizens and building contractors by answering questions concerning the installation and repair of electrical, plumbing, HVAC and other building or remodeling issues. 5. Prioritizes and schedules time effectively with limited supervision. 6. Uses independent judgment and decision - making skills to recognize and solve problems as they relate to City codes and ordinances. 7. Maintains accurate and thorough records of work performed. 8. Performs inspections as assigned by Building Official to include but not be limited to enforcement of International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing Code (IPC) and International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC). 9 . Inspections may be performed outdoors in all types of weather extremes for extended periods of time; environment may be dry/dusty, slippery/wet, hot/cold, excessively noisy with limited visibility; mechanical and electrical hazards may be present; atmosphere may contain dust and fumes; inspections performed from flat surface roof up to twenty-four (24) feet in the air; walking surface may be uneven with construction materials, debris or other obstructions. 10. Inspections often require stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing or bending sometimes in cramped or difficult to navigate/reach areas. 11. Compiles reports, performs data entry and completes forms on personal computer using the applicable software; in WMS, will develop and assure database of food services facilities and FOG inspections is kept up-to- date. 12. Operates passenger type vehicle to drive to inspection sites to perform inspections and respond to code complaints. 13. Performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace. 14 Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. 15. Regular attendance on the job and at the work site is required. 16. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA and Building Inspections safety rules and regulations. 17. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Building Official. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Considerable knowledge of standard practices, tools and terminology of all phases of construction trades. 2. Personal computer skills and ability to learn related software applications, enter and retrieve information on a computer, organize information through use of a computerized database, develop computer -generated reports and update records; knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and Outlook and ability to learn specialized software used for the City of Waterloo permit system. 3. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in inspection and code enforcement activities and ability to enforce safety precautions. 4. Ability to identify possible problems involved in building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical operations as they relate to permit applications. 5. Ability to consult with property owners and contractors and sufficient interpersonal skills to communicate tactfully orally and in writing in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner while performing inspection duties. 6. Ability to use independent judgment to recognize and effectively resolve sensitive enforcement disputes and make decisions and recommendations regarding enforcement of related municipal ordinances. 7. Ability to perform professional work, research and give reliable advice on a wide range of code enforcement matters. 8. Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions and to respond appropriately to questions from supervisors, coworkers, contractors and the public. 9. Ability to complete assigned work without direct supervision. 10. Ability to maintain working relationships and interact respectfully with other City departments and employees, City officials, property owners and the public. 11. Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING 1. Bachelor's Degree in construction technology or closely related field with minimum three years experience in the construction trades and customer service OR Associate's Degree in construction technology or closely related field with minimum five years experience in the construction trades and one year in customer service OR High school graduate/G.E.D. with minimum ten years experience in the construction trades and two years in customer service OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. 2. Must obtain certification as Residential Inspector within 6-months of hire date and Residential Plumbing Inspector within one year of hire date. 3. Iowa Driver's License 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 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 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. 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 communication skills that permits the employee to interact effectively with the public, coworkers and property owners. Uses hand-held radio and telephone as communication devices to maintain contact with office. 2. Sufficient hearing to understand and carry out instructions and to respond verbally to questions from supervisor, coworkers, property owners and the public. 3. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to operate passenger vehicle (generally a small pickup truck) safely in all types of weather and a variety of road conditions and to inspect residential properties in all areas of the City. 4. Sufficient mobility that permits the employee to stoop, kneel, squat, climb or bend/crouch sometimes in cramped or difficult to reach areas when performing inspections. 5. Sufficient vision and depth perception to drive a passenger vehicle and inspect new and remodeled building projects to assure they meet applicable codes; sufficient color vision that permits the employee to identify colored indicator lights on electronic control panels, etc. MISCELLANEOUS 1. Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hardhat and hearing protection as appropriate. 2. Following a conditional offer of employment, the City of Waterloo requires 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 this job classification. 3. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to conduct a background investigation including employment, education, certification and criminal history checks on any applicant being considered for this position. 4. Required to submit to and pass Civil Service examination procedures including oral interview testing. WORK SCHEDULE Work schedule will generally be 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday with 'h hour unpaid lunch. Work schedule on Tuesday and Thursday will generally be 8:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. with a 1 hour unpaid lunch. Work hours and days subject to change with appropriate notice per collective bargaining agreement. Limited overtime. COMBINATION INSPECTOR II DESCRIPTION 15 January 2015 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA 7:30 a.m. Friday, March 27, 2015 1st Floor Conference Room — City Hall 715 Mulberry Street Waterloo, IA 50703 Roll Call John Blitsch Bonetta Culp Barry Haskins Abraham Funchess (ex officio) Approval of Agenda for March 27, 2015 Approval of Minutes for February 26, 2015 I. Unfinished Business A. Certification of Civil Service List for Treatment Operations Foreman - Waste Management Services — Promotional Exam B. Certification of Civil Service List for Housing Coordinator Waterloo Housing Authority — Open Exam C. Certification of Civil Service List for Combination Inspector II — Building Inspections — Open Exam D. Updates 1. Financial Analyst — Finance Department — Open Exam 2. Laboratory Services Foreman — Waste Management Services — Promotional Exam 3. Laboratory Technician — Waste Management Services — Open Exam 4. Clerk II — Open/Promotional Exam II. New Business A. Approval of Job Description and Testing Criteria for Permit Writer — Building Inspections — Open Exam B. Approval of Job Description and Testing Criteria for Operations Supervisor — Sanitation — Open Exam C. Approval of Job Description and Testing Criteria for Sign & Traffic Equipment Operator — Open Exam III. Other Business A. None Adjournment Suzy Schares City Clerk C1Y1L SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 a.m. Thursday, February 26, 2015 14 Floor Conference Room — City Hall Members Present: Member Excused: Member Absent: Others Present: Bonetta Culp, Barry Haskins John Blitsch Abraham Funchess (ex officio) Sandie Greco, Cheryl Huddleston Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the February 26, 2015 Agenda. Motion carried. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the January 27, 2015 Minutes. Motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Civil Service List for Sign & Traffic Foreman — Traffic Operations was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 1/12/15 and by Civil Service on 1/27/15. The position was posted as a promotional in all City departments and we received 1 resume. Panel members were Mark Rice from Public Works, Rick Curran from Sanitation and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. The list has 1 white male. 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 Sign & Traffic Foreman for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Traffic Operations Department. List shall exhaust upon appointment. CERTIFIED LIST Scott Kroeze Motion carried. Updates Financial Analyst — Finance Dept Approved by Human Resources 1/12/15; Civil Service 1/27/15; advertised Courier, City website and cable, notice sent to Affirmative Action list and posted in all City departments; have received 7 resumes to date. Housing Coordinator — Housing Authority Approved by Human Resources 1/5/15; Civil Service 1/27/15; advertised Courier, City website and cable, notice sent to Affirmative Action list and posted in all City departments; received 34 resumes that will be reviewed later today. Combination Inspector II — Building Inspections Approved by Human Resources 1/12/15; Civil Service 1/27/15; advertised Courier, City website and cable, notice sent to Affirmative Action list and posted in all City departments; received 27 resumes and will review soon. NEW BUSINESS The job description and testing criteria for Clerk II was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 2/2/15. The current vacancy is in the City Clerk's Office due to a transfer. The Clerk's Office also wants to upgrade the Clerk I position. Since we don't know whether there will be any interest internally, we have provided both a promotional and open notice. There were no changes in the job description and testing criteria. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the job description and testing criteria for Clerk II. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Treatment Operations Foreman — Waste Management Services was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 2/16/15. The duties of this position have been performed for a few years by the Laboratory Services Foreman, but the department has found it necessary due to the workload to make it a separate position again. This is a completely revised job description. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the job description and testing criteria for Treatment Operations Foreman — Waste Management Services. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Laboratory Services Foreman — Waste Management Services was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 2/16/15. It is anticipated the current Laboratory Services Foreman will transfer to the Treatment Operations Foreman position, leaving this position open. There are no changes in the job description and testing criteria. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the job description and testing criteria for Laboratory Services Foreman — Waste Management Services. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Laboratory Technician — Waste Management Services was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 2/16/15. It is anticipated one of the current Laboratory Technicians will promote to Laboratory Services Foreman, leaving a vacancy. There are no changes in the job description and testing criteria. Moved by Haskins, seconded by Culp to approve the job description and testing criteria for Laboratory Technician — Waste Management Services. Motion carried. OTHER BUSINESS None 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 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 employment(uwaterloo-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 packet of information in response to their resume will not be considered. CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE OPEN EXAMINATION PERMIT WRITER BUILDING INSPECTIONS ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Skilled technical position, under the direction of the Building Official/Maintenance Administrator, responsible for performing a variety of assignments related to building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: receives and reviews building applications and plans for completeness, assesses scope of project and relevant permit requirements; educates the public regarding necessary permits and general code compliance issues; accepts payments and issues building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits in accordance with City of Waterloo established ordinances and regulations; routes plans to appropriate personnel and tracks approvals; coordinates and maintains computer permit system and filing system; assists staff with computer permit system including training and problem solving; answers code -related questions from citizens and contractors as they relate to constructing, repairing or remodeling of buildings; reviews plans for garages, decks and small additions on residential property; answers minor zoning and engineering questions; prepares reports pertaining to permits and inspections; provides technical support to the public and contractors on the telephone and in person; coordinates with inspectors and Plans Examiner to assist public with resolutions to licensing and permitting procedural problems; exercises independent judgment when reviewing building applications and plans, issuing permits and responding to citizen and contractor questions; may operate passenger -type vehicle to visit building sites; may perform office and counter responsibilities of Plans Examiner as needed during absences; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with OSHA, City and Building Inspections policies, procedures and safety practices; works independently and with others with minimum supervision; performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace; regular attendance on the job and at the work site is required; performs all other related duties as assigned. Acceptable experience and training: Bachelor's Degree in construction technology or closely related field with minimum three years experience in the construction trades and customer service or Associate's Degree in building inspections or closely related field with minimum five years experience in the construction trades and one year in customer service or high school diploma/G.E.D. with minimum ten years experience in the construction trades and two years in customer service or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; computer keyboarding and expertise with Microsoft Office software; must obtain certification as a permit technician within six-month probation and certification as a residential plans examiner or residential building inspector within twelve months of hire date; failure to obtain these certifications may result in termination of employment. If operating a City vehicle, Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on the City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: considerable knowledge of standard practices, tools and terminology of all phases of construction trades; knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point and Outlook and ability to learn specialized software used for the City of Waterloo permit system; ability to read blueprints, plans and diagrams; ability to identify possible problems involved in building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical operations as they relate to permit applications and use independent judgment to solve these problems as they apply to City building codes, ordinances and regulations; ability to obtain certification as a permit technician within six-month probation; ability to obtain certification as a residential plans examiner or residential building inspector within twelve months of hire date; ability to communicate with, answer questions, provide information and give advice and recommendations to coworkers, the public, contractors and supervisors tactfully and promptly, in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner in person and over the telephone; ability to prepare written reports, complete required forms and keep thorough and accurate records regarding work performed; ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and the public; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds. 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. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to conduct a background investigation including employment, certification, education and criminal history checks on any applicant being considered for this position. 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 60 points out of 100 to achieve a passing score on the oral examination. The top applicants, as ranked by their score 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. 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. PERMIT WRITER NOTICE 15 March 2015 PERMIT WRITER DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT BUILDING INSPECTIONS $21.16 per hour NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED NON -BARGAINING GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Skilled technical position responsible for performing a variety of assignments related to building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits. The work is performed under the general direction of the Building Official/Maintenance Administrator, but considerable leeway is given for the exercise of independent judgment. No supervisory responsibilities. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. 1. Receives and reviews building applications and plans for completeness, assesses scope of project and relevant permit requirements. 2. Educates the public regarding necessary permits and general code compliance issues. 3. Accepts payments and issues building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits in accordance with City of Waterloo established ordinances and regulations. 4. Routes plans to appropriate personnel and tracks approvals. 5. Coordinates and maintains computer permit system and filing system. 6. Assists staff with computer permit system including training and problem solving. 7. Answers code -related questions from citizens and contractors as they relate to constructing, repairing or remodeling of buildings. 8. Reviews plans for garages, decks and small additions on residential property. 9. Answers questions. minor zoning and engineering 10. Prepares reports pertaining to permits and inspections. 11. Provides technical support to the public and contractors on the telephone and in person. 12. Coordinates with inspectors and Plans Examiner to assist public with resolutions to licensing and permitting procedural problems. 13. Exercises independent judgment when reviewing building applications and plans, issuing permits and responding to citizen and contractor questions. 14. May operate passenger -type vehicle to visit building sites. 15. May perform office and counter responsibilities of Plans Examiner as needed during absences. 16. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with OSHA, City and Building Inspections policies, procedures and safety practices. 17. Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. 18. Performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace. 19. Regular attendance on the job and at the work site is required. 20. Performs all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Considerable knowledge of standard practices, tools and terminology of all phases of construction trades. 2. Knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point and Outlook and ability to learn specialized software used for the City of Waterloo permit system. 3. Ability to read blueprints, plans and diagrams. 4. Ability to identify possible problems involved in building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical operations as they relate to permit applications and use independent judgment to solve these problems as they apply to City building codes, ordinances and regulations. 5. Ability to obtain certification as a permit technician within six-month probation. 6. Ability to obtain certification as a residential plans examiner or residential building inspector within twelve months of hire date. 7. Ability to communicate with, answer questions, provide information and give advice and recommendations to coworkers, the public, contractors and supervisors tactfully and promptly, in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner in person and over the telephone. 8. Ability to prepare written reports, complete required forms and keep thorough and accurate records regarding work performed. 9. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and the public. 10. Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING 1. Bachelor's Degree in construction technology or closely related field with minimum three years experience in the construction trades and customer service OR Associate's Degree in building inspections or closely related field with minimum five years experience in the construction trades and one year in customer service OR High school diploma/G.E.D. with minimum ten years experience in the construction trades and two years in customer service OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. 2. Must obtain certification as a permit technician within six-month probation and certification as a residential plans examiner or residential building inspector within twelve months of hire date. Failure to obtain these certifications may result in termination of employment. 3. If operating a City vehicle, Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on the City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. 4. Computer keyboarding and expertise with Microsoft Office software. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES The following physical abilities are required with or without accommodation. 1. Sufficient speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with coworkers, contractors and the public on the telephone and in person. 2. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to move around the office to perform technical and administrative duties and to visit building sites as needed. 3. Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate a personal computer and handle files, blueprints and diagrams. MISCELLANEOUS 1. Following a conditional offer of employment, 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. 2. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to conduct a background investigation including employment, certification, education and criminal history checks on any applicant being considered for this position. 3. Must submit to Civil Service examination procedures including a panel interview. WORK SCHEDULE Work schedule will generally be 8:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with one -hour unpaid lunch. Limited overtime. PERMIT WRITER DESCRIPTION 15 March 2015 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 employment(uwaterloo-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. CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA OPEN EXAMINATION OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR SANITATION DEPARTMENT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Supervisory position under the general direction of the Public Works Director, responsible for coordination and supervision of all operational activities related to the collection and hauling of garbage, yard waste, recycling, large item collection, neighborhood, City-wide and code enforcement cleanups. Supervises up to fifteen solid waste operators, waste services technicians and seasonal employees. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: In Public Works Director's absence, by assignment or delegation, acts on all matters pertaining to the Sanitation Department; assists the Public Works Director in implementing policies approved by the Department, Council or Mayor and in researching and developing policies for department consideration; responsible for planning, organizing and directing the activities of all employees on a daily basis; assists the Public Works Director in establishing and setting long term goals and objectives for the Department; supervises, plans, assigns, schedules and reviews work of solid waste operators including productivity and daily field operations; plans, organizes and directs neighborhood cleanups; directs activities of large item collection service and code enforcement cleanup activities at illegal dumpsites and cleanup of debris at mowing sites; responsible for orientation of new employees, schedules work assignments and recommends solutions to personnel problems; monitors maintenance of department equipment and coordinates a training program to ensure safe operation of equipment; responds to citizen requests for service and investigates and resolves citizen complaints; responsible for safety training of Sanitation staff, including initial Haz-com and PPE training; makes recommendations to the Director in the development of routing and scheduling; makes recommendations to the Director in hiring, evaluating and disciplining department employees; serves as first line supervisor to resolve any issue brought by any situation relating to the Collective Bargaining Agreement; demonstrates an ability to understand and exercise constraints as they relate to department budget and expenses; 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 Public Works safety rules and regulations; performs all other related duties as assigned. Acceptable experience and training: high school graduate/GED; minimum five years experience in the collection and hauling of solid waste or public works service with a minimum of one year of supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position; Iowa Driver's License by employment date and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: ability to plan, organize, assign, supervise and review work of subordinate employees; ability to solve problems involved in coordinating the collection of solid waste; ability to make independent decisions and recommendations on a variety of solid waste issues; ability to consult and communicate orally and in writing; ability to operate personal computer and learn related software applications; ability to review work logs and statistical data, present facts and findings clearly and concisely; ability to enforce rules, policies and procedures; ability to observe, identify and enforce safety violations; ability to understand, give and carry out written and verbal instructions and respond to questions from supervisors, elected officials and subordinates; ability to discuss solid waste issues with the public tactfully and promptly, in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner, having solid working knowledge of all ordinances, policies, guidelines and fee structures relating to solid waste collection; ability to maintain effective working relationships with other City departments; ability to keep accurate and thorough records of customer base and services provided; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. The City of Waterloo will conduct a background investigation including employment and criminal history checks on any candidate being considered for this position. ORAL EXAMINATION All qualified applicants who apply by the deadline date will be required to appear before an interview 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. Candidates 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. 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. OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR SANITATION NOTICE 15 March 2015 OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT PUBLIC WORKS - SANITATION $65,478 annualized EXEMPT INCLUDED NON -BARGAINING GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Supervisory position responsible for coordination and supervision of all operational activities related to the collection and hauling of garbage, yard waste, recycling, large item collection, neighborhood, City-wide and code enforcement cleanups. The work is performed under the general direction of the Public Works Director, but considerable leeway is granted for independent judgment and initiative. Directly responsible for supervision of up to fifteen solid waste operators, waste services technicians and seasonal employees. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. 1. In Public Works Director's absence, by assignment or delegation, acts on all matters pertaining to the Sanitation Department. 2. Assists the Public Works Director in implementing policies approved by the Department, Council or Mayor and in researching and developing policies for department consideration. 3. Responsible for planning, organizing and directing the activities of all employees on a daily basis; assists the Public Works Director in establishing and setting long term goals and objectives for the Department. 4. Supervises, plans, assigns, schedules and reviews work of solid waste operators including productivity and daily field operations. 5. Plans, organizes and directs neighborhood cleanups; directs activities of large item collection service and code enforcement cleanup activities at illegal dumpsites and cleanup of debris at mowing sites. 6. Responsible for orientation of new employees, schedules work assignments and recommends solutions to personnel problems. 7. Monitors maintenance of equipment and coordinates program to ensure equipment. department a training safe operation of 8. Responds to citizen requests for service and investigates and resolves citizen complaints. 9. Responsible for safety training of Sanitation staff, including initial Haz-com and PPE training. 10. Makes recommendations to the Director in the development of routing and scheduling. 11. Makes recommendations to the Director in hiring, evaluating and disciplining department employees; serves as first line supervisor to resolve any issue brought by any situation relating to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. 12. Demonstrates an ability to understand and exercise constraints as they relate to department budget and expenses. 13. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 14. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Public Works safety rules and regulations. 15. Performs all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Ability to plan, organize, assign, supervise and review work of subordinate employees. 2. Ability to solve problems involved in coordinating the collection of solid waste. 3. Ability to make independent decisions and recommendations on a variety of solid waste issues. 4. Ability to consult and communicate orally and in writing. 5. Ability to operate personal computer and learn related software applications. 6. Ability to review work logs and statistical data, present facts and findings clearly and concisely. 7. Ability to enforce rules, policies and procedures; ability to observe, identify and enforce safety violations. 8. Ability to understand, give and carry out written and verbal instructions and respond to questions from supervisors, elected officials and subordinates. 9. Ability to discuss solid waste issues with the public tactfully and promptly, in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner, having solid working knowledge of all ordinances, policies, guidelines and fee structures relating to solid waste collection. 10. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other City departments. 11. Ability to keep accurate and thorough records of customer base and services provided. 12. 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 five years experience in the collection and hauling of solid waste or public works service with a minimum of one year of supervisory experience OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.. 3. Iowa Driver's License by employment 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 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 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. 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 speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with employees and the public in person, over the telephone or over a radio. . 2. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to operate a pickup truck safely in all types of weather, to visit work sites all over town, attend meetings and meet with the public both inside and outdoors. 3. Sufficient vision to review construction sites, assess road conditions, operate a pickup truck, and train employees on equipment operation and general maintenance. MISCELLANEOUS 1. 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. 2. 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. 3. Must submit to and pass Civil Service examination procedures including a panel interview. WORK SCHEDULE Generally 6:OOam to 3:00pm 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 Sanitation Operations Supervisor such as some Saturday neighborhood cleanups, City-wide cleanup and the hazardous waste/electronics drop-off day. OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR SANITATION DESCRIPTION 15 March 2015 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 employment(a waterloo-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 SIGN & TRAFFIC EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAFFIC OPERATIONS ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Sign & Traffic Foreman, performs skilled technical and labor services in maintenance, installation, fabrication and design of traffic control signs and markings. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: as part of small crew, paints street markings; uses computer and sign software as part of a comprehensive sign management program to design and fabricate signs; installs traffic control signs; repairs traffic control marking fixtures; meets with utility company representatives on -site when questions or problems occur involving locates for utility lines; follows proper operation and safety procedures; mixes and applies paint for street markings, using motorized paint striper; designs and lays out signs, using silk screening process; drives large and small equipment and vehicles and repairs related work tools; operates welding and cutting equipment and aerial lift truck; performs rough carpentry; assists in snow removal of City lots and sidewalks, plows snow, salts and sands for ice control; works from unprotected heights using ladders, scaffolding or lift truck up to seventy (70) feet in the air; works in busy traffic areas such as street intersections and construction areas; works double shifts during snow or other weather emergencies; responds to citizen complaints and calls for service on traffic signs; performs maintenance and repairs on uneven ground; keeps a daily log sheet of work performed; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; works outside in all weather conditions; works near moving mechanical equipment; operates equipment and tools that cause vibration; noise level is often loud; atmosphere may contain dust and fumes from traffic; works independently and with others with minimum supervision; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Traffic Operations safety rules and regulations; performs all other related duties as assigned. Acceptable experience and training: high school graduate/GED with minimum two (2) years experience in installation, fabrication and repair of traffic signs and markings or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position; Iowa Class A or B Commercial Driver's License by interview date and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria; must comply with City of Waterloo Residency Policy for Critical Employees . (must live within ten -mile radius of Waterloo City Hall); must maintain a telephone number where can be reached quickly. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: knowledge of methods and techniques of traffic control signs and markings, maintenance, fabrication and repair; knowledge of and skill in applied methods and techniques of traffic signs and markings, installation and maintenance; knowledge of and skill in operation of motorized, mechanical and manual equipment and tools used in traffic control signage, markings, maintenance, fabrication and repair; ability to use personal computer with specialized sign software to design and fabricate signs; ability to operate air compressor, motorized paint striper, painting spray guns and peripheral equipment, including push -type and pickup mounted paint machines, cutting torch and welding equipment, mechanical hand tools including posthole digger, paint truck, sign truck, other Traffic Operations vehicles, standard safety equipment and respirator; ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment and tools; ability to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and technology; ability to be ingenious and inventive in performance of assigned tasks; ability to perform duties required for other job classifications within the Traffic Operations Department; ability to safely operate an aerial lift truck and traffic sign and marking equipment and manual and powered tool: ability to wear appropriate breathing apparatus; ability to discuss traffic sign maintenance and repair issues with the public tactfully and promptly, in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner; ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees, supervisors and the public; ability to keep accurate and thorough records regarding work performed; ability to use independent judgment to recognize and solve problems as they occur and to purchase materials and supplies as needed; knowledge of occupational hazards associated with and the safety precautions necessary when working with powered and mechanical equipment and in busy traffic areas; 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 for Commercial Drivers. ORAL EXAMINATION All qualified applicants 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 60 points out of 100 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 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. Employment is contingent on passing a post job offer physical examination including a drug test and possession of a good driving record. TESTING DATE All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the interview. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. SIGN & TRAFFIC EQUIPMENT OPERATOR NOTICE 15 March 2015 SIGN & TRAFFIC EQUIPMENT OPERATOR DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT TRAFFIC OPERATIONS $22.81/hr beginning rate; $23.81/hr after probation NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LOCAL #353 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Performs skilled technical and labor services in maintenance, installation, fabrication and design of traffic control signs and markings. The work is performed under the general direction of the Sign and Traffic Foreman No supervisory responsibilities. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. 1. As part of small crew, paints street markings. 2. Uses computer and sign software as part of a comprehensive sign management program to design and fabricate signs. 3. Installs traffic control signs. 4. Repairs traffic control marking fixtures. 5. Meets with utility company representatives on -site when questions or problems occur involving locates for utility lines. 6. Follows proper operation and safety procedures. 7. Mixes and applies paint for street markings, using motorized paint striper. 8. Designs and lays out signs, using silk screening process. 9. Drives large and small equipment and vehicles and repairs related work tools. 10. Operates welding and cutting equipment and aerial lift truck. 11. Performs rough carpentry. 12. Assists in snow removal of City lots and sidewalks, plows snow, salts and sands for ice control. 13. Works from unprotected heights using ladders, scaffolding or lift truck up to seventy (70) feet in the air; works in busy traffic areas such as street intersections and construction areas. 14. Works double shifts during snow or other weather emergencies. 15. Responds to citizen complaints and calls for service on traffic signs. 16. Performs maintenance and repairs on uneven ground. 17. Keeps a daily log sheet of work performed. 18. Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. 19. Works outside in all weather conditions; works near moving mechanical equipment; operates equipment and tools that cause vibration; noise level is often loud; atmosphere may contain dust and fumes from traffic. 20. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 21. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Traffic Operations safety rules and regulations. 21. Performs all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Knowledge of methods and techniques of traffic control signs and markings, maintenance, fabrication and repair. 2. Knowledge of and skill in applied methods and techniques of traffic signs and markings, installation and maintenance. 3. Knowledge of and skill in operation of motorized, mechanical and manual equipment and tools used in traffic control signage, markings, maintenance, fabrication and repair. 4. Ability to use personal computer with specialized sign software to design and fabricate signs. 5. Ability to operate air compressor, motorized paint striper, painting spray guns and peripheral equipment, including push -type and pickup mounted paint machines, cutting torch and welding equipment, mechanical hand tools including posthole digger, paint truck, sign truck, other Traffic Operations vehicles, standard safety equipment and respirator; ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment and tools. 6. Ability to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and technology. 7. Ability to be ingenious and inventive in performance of assigned tasks. 8. Ability to perform duties required for other job classifications within the Traffic Operations Department. 9. Ability to safely operate an aerial lift truck and traffic sign and marking equipment and manual and powered tools. 10. Ability to wear appropriate breathing apparatus. 11. Ability to discuss traffic sign maintenance and repair issues with the public tactfully and promptly, in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner. 12. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees, supervisors and the public. 13. Ability to keep accurate and thorough records regarding work performed. 14. Ability to use independent judgment to recognize and solve problems as they occur and to purchase materials and supplies as needed. 15. Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with and the safety precautions necessary when working with powered and mechanical equipment and in busy traffic areas. 16. Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING 1. Minimum two (2) years experience in installation, fabrication and repair of traffic signs and markings OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 2. Iowa Class A or B Commercial Driver's License by interview 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 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 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. 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 speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with coworkers in person, over the telephone or over a radio. 3. Sufficient color vision to identify paint colors sufficient depth perception, distance and peripheral vision to safely operate vehicles and equipment and perform street marking duties; sufficient dexterity to safely operate power and manual tools; sufficient hearing to understand verbal instructions, respond to questions from the public and hear traffic in work areas. 4. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to operate required equipment safely in all types of weather and to visit work sites all over town. MISCELLANEOUS 1. Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, safety glasses, safety vest, hearing protection, gloves, hardhat and appropriate respiratory equipment. 2. Must comply with City of Waterloo Residency Policy for Critical Employees (must live within ten -mile radius of Waterloo City Hall). Must maintain a telephone number where can be reached quickly. 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. Must submit to and pass Civil Service examination procedures including a panel interview. WORK SCHEDULE Generally 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with twenty -minute paid lunch. Must be flexible and able to begin work earlier. Will be required to respond to snow emergency calls on weekends, evenings and holidays. May be significant overtime during weather emergencies. SIGN & TRAFFIC EQUIPMENT OPERATOR DESCRIPTION 15 March 2015