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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/26/2015CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA 7:30 a.m. Thursday, February 26, 2015 ist 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 February 26, 2015 Approval of Minutes for January 27, 2015 I. Unfinished Business A. Certification of Civil Service List for Sign & Traffic Foreman - Traffic Operations — Promotional Exam B. Updates 1. Financial Analyst — Finance Department — Open Exam 2. Housing Coordinator — Waterloo Housing Authority — Open Exam 3. Combination Inspector II — Building Inspections — Open Exam II. New Business A. Approval of Job Description & Testing Criteria for Clerk II — Open/Promotional Exam B. Approval of Job Description & Testing Criteria for Treatment Operations Foreman — Waste Management Services — Promotional Exam C. Approval of Job Description & Testing Criteria for Laboratory Services Foreman — Waste Management Services — Promotional Exam D. Approval of Job Description & Testing Criteria for Laboratory Technician — Waste Management Services — Open Exam III. Other Business A. None Adjournment Suzy Schares City Clerk CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 27, 2015 1st Floor Conference Room — City Hall Members Present: Members Absent: Others Present: John Blitsch, Bonetta Culp Barry Haskins, Abraham Funchess (ex officio) Craig Clark, Todd Derifield, Sandie Greco, Julie Snider, Kent Shankle, Michelle Weidner, Cheryl Huddleston Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Culp to approve the January 27, 2015 Agenda with correction on Minutes date to 2014. Motion carried. Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Culp to approve the December 19, 2014 Minutes. Motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Civil Service List for Airport Maintenance Worker — Waterloo Regional Airport was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 9/15/14 and by Civil Service on 9/26/14. The position was advertised in the Courier, listed on the City website and cable channel, a notice sent to the agencies and organization on the Affirmative Action List, to Workforce Development and a notice posted in all City departments. We received 48 resumes and 5 were invited to interview. Panel members were Travis Nichols from Leisure Services, Larry Smith from Waste Management and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. One candidate did not show for his interview. The list has 4 white males. Moved by Blitsch, 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 appointment to the position of Airport Maintenance Worker for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Regional Airport. Appointment(s) shall be made from this list for the next year (January 27, 2015 — January 26, 2016). CERTIFIED LIST Chris Bruns Christopher Preston David Stange Thomas Roberts Motion carried. The Civil Service List for Youth Pavilion Manager — Culture & Arts was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 10/6/14 and by Civil Service on 10/31/14. The position was advertised in the Courier, listed on the City website and cable channel, a notice sent to the agencies and organization on the Affirmative Action List, to Workforce Development and a notice posted in all City departments. We received 27 resumes and 11 were invited to interview. Panel members were Marilyn DeKoster from the Culture & Arts Board, Angi Reid from the Culture & Arts Department and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. Three cancelled their interviews. The list has 8 white females. Moved by Culp, 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 Youth Pavilion Manager for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Center for the Arts. Appointment(s) shall be made from this list for the next year (January 27, 2015 — January 26, 2016). CERTIFIED LIST Amy Garretson Johanna Kramer -Weston Jacquelin Banigan Adrianne Slack Teri Sheehan Angela Hickok Molly Scullin Lorene Dehl Motion carried. The Civil Service List for Park Maintenance II Forestry — Leisure Services was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 10/27/14 and by Civil Service on 11/14/14. The position was advertised in the Courier, listed on the City website and cable channel, a notice sent to the agencies and organization on the Affirmative Action List, to Workforce Development and a notice posted in all City departments. We received 15 resumes and 2 were invited to interview. Panel members were Todd Derifield and Lucas Even from Leisure Services and Cheryl Huddleston from Human Resources. One candidate did not pass the interview. The list has 1 white male. Moved by Blitsch, 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 appointment to the position of Parks Maintenance II Forestry for the City of Waterloo, Iowa Leisure Services Department. List shall exhaust upon appointment. CERTIFIED LIST Justin Lamprecht Motion carried. Updates None. NEW BUSINESS The job description and testing criteria for Housing Coordinator — Waterloo Housing Authority was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 1/5/15. There is a vacancy due to a promotion. There were no changes in the job description and testing criteria. Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Culp to approve the job description and testing criteria for Housing Coordinator — Waterloo Housing Authority. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Financial Analyst — Finance Department was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 1/12/15. There is a vacancy due to a retirement. There were no changes in the job description and testing criteria. Moved by Culp, seconded by Blitsch to approve the job description and testing criteria for Financial Analyst — Finance Department. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Sign & Traffic Foreman — Traffic Operations was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 1/12/15. There is a vacancy due to a retirement. There were small changes in the job description (added computer skills and experience with state-of-the-art paint equipment). Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Culp to approve the job description and testing criteria for Sign & Traffic Foreman — Traffic Operations. Motion carried. The job description and testing criteria for Combination Inspector H — Building Inspections was presented for approval. The position was approved by the Human Resources Committee on 1/12/15. This is an additional position due to the new regulations regarding footing drain inspections. It is also a completely revised description. Moved by Blitsch, seconded by Culp to approve the job description and testing criteria for Combination Inspector II — Building Inspections. Motion carried. OTHER BUSINESS None With no further business, moved by Blitsch, 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(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 WATEROO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE OPEN EXAMINATION CLERK II ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Under the general direction of a department head or designee, using independent judgment, provides clerical and record keeping support. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: performs data entry, types correspondence, reports and statistical data; collects and compiles statistical data manually and through the use of a computerized system; greets the public and answers incoming department phone calls as needed and provides information based on knowledge of department and City policies, regulations and procedures or directs call to proper person; performs minor bookkeeping and financial record keeping; collects fees and revenues, prepares receipts and maintains records of revenue/expense transactions; may schedule and assign tasks to subordinate clerks and review their work for accuracy; may prepare and input payroll data and other financial information; may perform accounts payable, accounts receivable or banking functions; operates typewriter, personal computer, calculator, fax machine and other general office equipment; may interpret technical data, review materials on a variety of projects and present facts and findings clearly and concisely to a supervisor, coworkers, City officials and the public; may prepare written reports, complete forms and keep files up-to-date; communicates with the public, City officials and coworkers by telephone and in person; works under strict time constraints and stressful conditions; works independently and with others with limited supervision; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City, department and OSHA policies, procedures and safety rules; performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor or designee. The following duties are specific to the present Clerk II vacancy which is in the City Clerk's Office but could include duties related to rental and commercial property inspections, also. The City Clerk reserves the right to change job duties as needed based on staffing and Clerk's Office responsibilities: Parking 1. Puts information from parking tickets into computer. 2. Prepares invoices for ramp and lot reserve parking. 3. Reserves parking stalls in lots and ramps. 4. Opens and counts fines paid for parking tickets and inputs amount into the computerized parking system. 5. Prepares and mails notices of outstanding parking fines. 6. Uses IDOT list to match license plates with vehicle owners. 7. Runs reports from parking system. . 8. Files tickets. 9. Prepares meter hood rental and billing. 10. Coordinates daily enforcement needs and parking ramp booth operator schedule. 11. Maintains pay station in the ramps. Bookkeeping 1. Records daily banking information into Excel spreadsheet. 2. Transfers funds from bank accounts. 3. Posts and files payroll checks. Other Duties 1. Answers telephone — A.M. 2. Makes City Hall conference room reservations. 3. Runs non -sufficient funds letters. 4. Records all checks received in the mail. 5. Performs back-up duties for accounts payable and accounts receivable. 6. Assists at front counter. 7. Processes outgoing mail. 8. Other related duties as assigned. Property Inspections 1. Handles rental unit complaints from tenants. 2. Processes rental property registrations. 3. Sends notification letters to landlords/commercial properties informing them to schedule inspections. 4. Processes billings for rental and commercial properties inspections fees. 5. Processes rental property permits. 6. Processes landlord licenses. 7. Processes accounts receivable for license/permit/inspection fees. Acceptable experience and training: high school graduate/GED with minimum one year verifiable business clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping or other closely related experience in an office setting or any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; prefer additional education beyond high school in business clerical, accounting or closely related field; skilled in use of personal computer and Microsoft Office software (verification of skills by testing required); typing fifty (50) words per minute net of errors (verification of typing speed required). Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: knowledge of Microsoft Office software, in particular Word and Excel; thorough knowledge of clerical functions, office procedures, terminology and equipment including personal computer; ability to perform general office services, leam specialized computer software, develop computer -generated reports and keep accurate, thorough and updated records; ability to collect, analyze and present data from computerized reports in organized and understandable form; ability to answer questions and provide information to the public in person and over the telephone in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner; ability to write legibly, prioritize work, produce a quality work product within strict time lines and handle multiple tasks; ability to work independently and with others with minimum supervision and to direct the work of other employees; ability to exercise independent judgment and to make decisions based on department policies, City ordinances and established regulations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the public; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. EXAMINATION INFORMATION All qualified applicants who apply by the deadline date will be required to appear before an 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 60 points out of 100 to achieve a passing score on the interview. The top applicants, as ranked by their score on the interview, 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 navel forces of the United States who qualify per provisions of Chapter 35 of the Iowa Code and who are citizens and residents of the United States shall have five additional points added to their final score upon submission of their DD214 or ten points added if they were awarded a Purple Heart or have a service connected disability. WRITTEN EXAMINATION In the event the City of Waterloo receives resumes from more than forty (40) qualified applicants who have submitted verification of ability to type a minimum of fifty (50) words per minute net of errors, we reserve the right to require these applicants to participate in a written examination designed to test knowledge of clerical skills. The top thirty scores on the written examination will be invited to the oral examination, but, in no case will a candidate be allowed to proceed in the testing without receiving a minimum score of at least 70% on each portion of the written examination. In the event a written examination is necessary, the written examination will be worth 40% of the total score with the oral examination being worth 60% of the total score. Typing verification must be received by a time and date to be determined. The attached sheet or similar document provided by the testing service must be used. This verification must be obtained within the last year from Iowa Workforce Development or an accredited educational institution or employment service verifying ability to type at least 50 words per minute net of errors. The test must be at least a three -minute test. Testing done by a private employer will not be accepted. Typing verification must be received directly from the testing service. Typing verification submitted by the candidate will not be accepted. INTERVIEW DATE Qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the written test and interview. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. CLERK II OPEN NOTICE 15 February 2015 Any present City of Waterloo regular employee who meets the minimum qualifications is welcome to apply for this position. Present vacancy is in City Clerk's Office. HOW TO APPLY Qualified employees must submit a cover letter and resume detailing education and experience to the City of Waterloo Human Resources Department, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703 or email employment(a�waterloo-ia.org by a time and date to be determined. All applicants will receive additional information on the position at the time they submit a resume. CITY OF WATEROO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION CLERK II ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Under the general direction of a department head or designee, using independent judgment, provides clerical and record keeping support. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: performs data entry, types correspondence, reports and statistical data; collects and compiles statistical data manually and through the use of a computerized system; greets the public, assists in answering incoming department phone calls as needed and provides information based on knowledge of department and City policies, regulations and procedures or directs call to proper person; performs minor bookkeeping and financial record keeping; collects fees and revenues, prepares receipts and maintains records of revenue/expense transactions; may schedule and assign tasks to subordinate clerks and review their work for accuracy; prepares and inputs payroll data and other financial information; may perform accounts payable, accounts receivable or banking functions; operates typewriter, personal computer, calculator, fax machine and other general office equipment; may interpret technical data, review materials on a variety of projects and present facts and findings clearly and concisely to a supervisor, coworkers, City officials and the public; may prepare written reports, complete forms and keep files up-to-date; communicates with the public, City officials and coworkers by telephone and in person; works under strict time constraints and stressful conditions; works independently and with others with limited supervision; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City, department and OSHA policies, procedures and safety rules; performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor or designee. The following duties are specific to the present Clerk II vacancy in the City Clerk's Office but could include duties related to rental and commercial property inspections. The City Clerk reserves the right to change job duties as needed based on staffing and Clerk's Office responsibilities: Parking 1. Puts information from parking tickets into computer. 2. Prepares invoices for ramp and lot reserve parking. 3. Reserves parking stalls in lots and ramps. 4. Opens and counts fines paid for parking tickets and inputs amount into the computerized parking system. 5. Prepares and mails notices of outstanding parking fines. 6. Uses IDOT list to match license plates with vehicle owners. 7. Runs reports from parking system. 8. Files tickets. 9. Prepares meter hood rental and billing. 10. Coordinates daily enforcement needs and parking ramp booth operator schedule. 11. Maintains pay station in the ramps. Bookkeeping 1. Records daily banking information into Excel spreadsheet. 2. Transfers funds from bank accounts. 3. Posts and files payroll checks. Other Duties 1. Answers telephone — A.M. 2. Makes City Hall conference room reservations. 3. Runs non -sufficient funds letters. 4. Records all checks received in the mail. 5. Performs back-up duties for accounts payable and accounts receivable. 6. Assists at front counter. 7. Processes outgoing mail. 8. Other related duties as assigned. Property Inspections 1. Handles rental unit complaints from tenants. 2. Processes rental property registrations. 3. Sends notification letters to landlords/commercial properties informing them to schedule inspections. 4. Processes billings for rental and commercial properties inspections fees. 5. Processes rental property permits. 6. Processes landlord licenses. 7. Processes accounts receivable for license/permit/inspection fees. Acceptable experience and training: high school graduate/GED with minimum one year experience in an office setting at the Clerk I level or equivalent or any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; prefer additional education beyond high school in business clerical, accounting or closely related field; skilled in use of personal computer and Microsoft Office software (verification of skills through Iowa Workforce Development is required); typing fifty (50) words per minute net of errors (verification of typing speed required);. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: knowledge of Microsoft Office software, in particular Word and Excel; thorough knowledge of clerical functions, office procedures, terminology and equipment including personal computer; ability to perform general office services, learn specialized computer software, develop computer -generated reports and keep accurate, thorough and updated records; ability to collect, analyze and present data from computerized reports in organized and understandable form; ability to answer questions and provide information to the public in person and over the telephone in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner; ability to write legibly, prioritize work, produce a quality work product within strict time lines and handle multiple tasks; ability to work independently and with others with minimum supervision and to direct the work of other employees; ability to exercise independent judgment and to make decisions based on department policies, City ordinances and established regulations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the public; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds EXAMINATION INFORMATION Qualified employees 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 60 points out of 100 to achieve a passing score on the interview. The top applicants, as ranked by their score on the interview, will be the individuals placed on the certified list. If you are invited to interview, you will be required to obtain typing verification from Iowa Workforce Development or an accredited educational institution or employment service verifying ability to type at least 50 words per minute net of errors. The test must be at least a three -minute test. Testing done by a private employer will not be accepted. Typing verification must be received directly from the testing service. Typing verification submitted personally will not be accepted. INTERVIEW DATE 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. CLERK II PROMO NOTICE 15 February 2015 CLERK II DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT CLERK' OFFICE/ POLICE/ ENGINEERING $20.30 per hour after 4 month probation NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED TEAMSTERS LOCAL #238 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Staff support position responsible for performing a variety of difficult clerical tasks within one of the above departments requiring the use of independent judgement. The work is performed under the general direction of a department head or designee. May direct the work of lower level clerical or temporary employees. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. 1. Performs data entry, types correspondence, reports and statistical data. 2. Collects and compiles statistical data manually and through the use of a computerized system. 3. Greets the public and answers incoming department phone calls as needed and provides information based on knowledge of department and City policies, regulations and procedures or directs call to proper person. 4. Performs minor bookkeeping and financial record keeping. 5. Collects fees and revenues, prepares receipts and maintains records of revenue/expense transactions. 6. May schedule and assign tasks to subordinate clerks and review their work for accuracy. 7. May prepare and input payroll data and other financial information. 8. May perform accounts receivable, accounts payable or banking functions. 8. Operates personal computer, typewriter, calculator, fax machine and other general office equipment. 9. May interpret technical data, review materials on a variety of projects and present facts and findings clearly and concisely to a supervisor, coworkers, City officials and the public. 10. May prepare written reports, complete forms and keep files up-to-date. 11. Communicates with the public, City officials and coworkers by telephone and in person. 12. Works under strict time constraints and stressful conditions. 13. Works independently and with others with limited supervision. 14. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 15. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City, department and OSHA policies, procedures and safety rules. 16. Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor or designee. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, in particular Word and Excel (testing of skills will be done). 2. Thorough knowledge of clerical functions, office procedures, terminology and equipment including personal computer. 3. Ability to type fifty (50) words per minute net of errors (verification of typing speed required). 4. Ability to perform general office services, learn specialized computer software, develop computer -generated reports and keep accurate, thorough and updated records. 5. Ability to collect, analyze and present data from computerized reports in organized and understandable form. 6. Ability to answer questions and provide information to the public in person and over the telephone in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner. 7. Ability to write legibly, prioritize work, produce a quality work product within strict time lines and handle multiple tasks. 8. Ability to work independently and with others with minimum supervision and to direct the work of other employees. 9. Ability to exercise independent judgment and to make decisions based on department policies, City ordinances and established regulations. 10. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers 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. High school graduate/GED with minimum one year business clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping or other closely related experience in an office setting; prefer additional education beyond high school in business clerical, accounting or closely related field. OR Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. 2. Skilled in use of personal computer and Microsoft Office software (verification of skills through testing arranged by the City of Waterloo Human Resources Office). 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 supervisors, other employees and the public in person or by telephone. 2. Sufficient vision and manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate a personal computer and other standard office equipment, handle files, perform customer service duties and other clerical responsibilities. 3. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to move from one work area to another. MISCELLANEOUS 1. The City of Waterloo will conduct a background investigation including a review of past employers and references. 2. Required to submit to and pass Civil Service written and oral examinations, as specified in job notice. 3. If position is filled as a promotional appointment, any regular employee who meets the minimum qualifications is eligible to apply for the position. WORK SCHEDULE Generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with one hour unpaid lunch, although hours may vary depending on department, with earliest starting time 7:00 a.m. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to change these hours within the guidelines of the Teamsters contract. Occasional overtime. CLERK II DESCRIPTION 15 February 2015 Any present City of Waterloo regular employee who meets the minimum qualifications can apply. HOW TO APPLY All qualified employees must submit a cover letter and resume detailing education and experience to the City of Waterloo Human Resources Department, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703 or email employment@waterloo-ia.org by a time and date to be determined. All applicants will receive additional information on the position at the time they submit a resume. CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION TREATMENT OPERATIONS FOREMAN WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Technical and working foreman position under the general direction of the Waste Management Services Superintendent and Treatment Operations Supervisor, responsible for coordination and supervision of all day-to-day operational functions of the Easton Avenue Treatment Plant and the Independence Avenue Treatment Facility. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: coordinates the effective and efficient operation of all waste treatment equipment systems; inspects facilities and oversees the maintenance work order program for mechanical functions of the treatment facilities to insure continuity of all waste treatment processes; assists Treatment Operations Supervisor in scheduling personnel and assigning duties and supervises and reviews the work of waste water operators; oversees training of operations personnel regarding safe and proper work procedures and policies; reviews operations logs, records, gauges, meters and all forms of process measurements to ensure proper functioning and accuracy; responds to emergency situations involving equipment breakdown/failure and arranges for repairs; lifts, moves, carries, pushes and pulls objects weighing up to one hundred pounds with assistance as needed; performs administrative duties as assigned including reviewing daily work projects and daily work sheets for accuracy, preparing written records and reports, completing forms and maintaining supplies; works around mechanical and electrical hazards; faces exposure to toxic and explosive gases; works in excessive noise, poor visibility, slippery surfaces, limited mobility, dirty and possibly infectious environments in all weather conditions for extended periods of time; performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace; works independently and with others with minimum supervision; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Waste Management Services Department safety rules and regulations; performs all other related duties as assigned. Acceptable experience and training: high school graduate/GED with minimum five years experience in waste water operations in a municipal treatment facility and State of Iowa Grade II Waste Water Operator Certificate or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria; certified in CPR and First Aid as required by department. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: comprehensive knowledge of the standard methods, practices, tools, equipment, materials and terminology used in operation of a waste water treatment plant; general knowledge of the City of Waterloo collection system, treatment facilities and flood control system; thorough knowledge of State and Federal regulations governing operation of a waste water treatment facility; thorough knowledge of occupational hazards associated with and the safety precautions necessary in the operation and maintenance of a waste water treatment plant; ability to observe and enforce appropriate safety rules and regulations; ability to instruct others in safe and proper practices associated with treatment plant operations; ability to assess complex operations problems and make decisions based on standard operating procedures; ability to limit exposures to infectious waste, toxic and explosive gases or unfavorable natural ventilation; ability to complete daily work sheets and keep thorough operations logs and maintenance records; ability to prepare written reports, complete forms and perform required record keeping; ability to plan, coordinate, supervise and review the work of others; ability to consult and communicate with contractors, supervisors and coworkers regarding specialized treatment facility needs, give and receive instructions and read, analyze and record complex technical data and computations; ability to exercise technical and independent judgment in making recommendations on operations problems and ability to complete assigned and unassigned work projects without direct supervision; ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees and supervisors; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. ORAL EXAMINATION Qualified employees 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 60 points out of 100 to achieve a passing score on the interview. The top applicants, as ranked by their score on the interview, will be the individuals placed on the certified list. TESTING DATE All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the oral examination. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. TREATMENT OPERATIONS FOREMAN NOTICE 15 February 2015 TREATMENT OPERATIONS FOREMAN DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES $27.64 per hour NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LOCAL 353 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Skilled technical working and supervisory position responsible for coordination and supervision of all day-to-day operational functions of the Easton Avenue Treatment Plant and the Independence Avenue Treatment Facility. The work is performed under the general direction of the Treatment Operations Supervisor and Waste Management Services Superintendent but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Directly supervises 5-8 Waste Water Operators. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. The essential functions are performed according to Standard Operating Procedures. The procedures have been developed for the local jurisdiction based on generally accepted standards for wastewater treatment facilities. 1. Coordinates the effective and efficient operation of all waste treatment equipment systems. 2. Inspects facilities and oversees the maintenance work order program for mechanical functions of the treatment facilities to insure continuity of all waste treatment processes. 3. Assists Treatment Operations Supervisor in scheduling personnel and assigning duties and supervises and reviews the work of waste water operators. 4. Oversees training of operations personnel regarding safe and proper work procedures and policies. 5. Reviews operations logs, records, gauges, meters and all forms of process measurements to ensure proper functioning and accuracy. 6. Responds to emergency situations involving equipment breakdown/failure and arranges for repairs. 7. Lifts, moves, carries, pushes and pulls objects weighing up to one hundred pounds with assistance as needed. 8. Performs administrative duties as assigned including reviewing daily work projects and daily work sheets for accuracy, preparing written records and reports, completing forms and maintaining supplies. 9. Works around mechanical and electrical hazards; faces exposure to toxic and explosive gases; works in excessive noise, poor visibility, slippery surfaces, limited mobility, dirty and possibly infectious environments in all weather conditions for extended periods of time. 10. Performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace. 11. Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. 12. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 13. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Waste Management Services Department safety rules and regulations. 14. Performs all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Comprehensive knowledge of the standard methods, practices, tools, equipment, materials and terminology used in operation of a waste water treatment plant. 2. General knowledge of the City of Waterloo collection system, treatment facilities and flood control system. 3. Thorough knowledge of State and Federal regulations governing operation of a waste water treatment facility. 4. Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards associated with and the safety precautions necessary in the operation and maintenance of a waste water treatment plant; ability to observe and enforce appropriate safety rules and regulations; ability to instruct others in safe and proper practices associated with treatment plant operations. 5. Ability to assess complex problems and make decisions standard operating procedures. operations based on 6. Ability to limit exposures to infectious waste, toxic and explosive gases or unfavorable natural ventilation. 7. Ability to complete daily work sheets and keep thorough operations logs and maintenance records; ability to prepare written reports, complete forms and perform required record keeping. 8. Ability to plan, coordinate, supervise and review the work of others. 9. Ability to consult and communicate with contractors, supervisors and coworkers regarding specialized treatment facility needs, give and receive instructions and read, analyze and record complex technical data and computations. 10. Ability to exercise technical and independent judgment in making recommendations on operations problems and ability to complete assigned and unassigned work projects without direct supervision. 11. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with other City employees and supervisors. 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 with minimum five years experience in waste water operations in a municipal treatment facility and State of Iowa Grade II Waste Water Operator Certificate. OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. 2. 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. Driving record will be reviewed at least annually. 3. Certified in CPR and First Aid as required by department. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES The following physical abilities are required with or without accommodation. 1. Sufficient strength to perform assigned tasks including but not limited to lifting and carrying up to one hundred pounds with assistance as needed. 2. Sufficient physical and mental stamina to work double shifts during flooding or other weather emergencies. 3. Sufficient speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors over the telephone or a radio and to diagnose equipment problems. 4. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to operate a passenger vehicle in all types of weather, move from one waste treatment facility to another and work in cramped spaces or difficult to reach areas. 5. Sufficient manual dexterity and coordination for safe operation of manual and powered equipment; ability to grasp/grip tools, switches and valves. 6. Sufficient depth perception, peripheral vision and color vision to work around machinery, operate equipment and identify indicator lights on control panels. 7. Sufficient hearing to diagnose machinery problems and to communicate with coworkers. MISCELLANEOUS 1. Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, safety glasses, safety vest, hearing protection, gloves and hardhat as needed. 2. Must comply with City of Waterloo Residency Policy for Critical Employees (live within 10-mile radius of Waterloo City Hall -or as based on original employment date). Must maintain a telephone number where can be contacted quickly. 3. Must submit to and pass Civil Service examination procedures including a panel interview. WORK SCHEDULE Scheduled shift is generally 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Monday -Friday with a twenty -minute paid lunch. Subject to emergency call or longer shifts during operations problems or during plant emergency conditions. Rotates evening and weekend call with other foremen, about every fifth week. TREATMENT OPERATIONS FOREMAN 15 February 2015 Any present City of Waterloo regular employee who meets the minimum qualifications can apply. HOW TO APPLY All qualified employees must submit a cover letter and resume detailing education and experience to the City of Waterloo Human Resources Department, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703 or email employment(awaterloo-ia.org by a time and date to be determined. All applicants will receive additional information on the position at the time they submit a resume. CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION LABORATORY SERVICES FOREMAN WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Waste Management Services Superintendent and Treatment Operations Supervisor, responsible for coordination of all functions of the City's Waste Management Services laboratory and Federally mandated pretreatment program. Also assists with laboratory technician duties as needed or assigned. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: plans, assigns, schedules and reviews work of laboratory technicians including productivity and daily laboratory operations; oversees and inspects the accuracy of sampling, methodology of analyses and timely reports of results to staff; maintains a quality assurance program that insures continued accuracy and certification of the laboratory; reviews all data and equipment functioning to insure reliability and suggests corrective measures to the Waste Management Services Superintendent; provides training for employees as well as evaluations on a timely basis to maintain effectiveness; trains and instructs employees in proper and safe operation of laboratory equipment, orients new employees and participates in solving personnel problems; administers the pretreatment program including but not limited to inspections and audits of users, permitting of users, compliance monitoring, reporting and related activities to insure that the City's program remains in compliance with State and Federal requirements; develops continuing education and training programs, sets goals and participates with laboratory employees in maintaining expected levels of efficiency, safety and accuracy; assists in setting up safety training programs for laboratory staff and ensures that all laboratory technicians receive initial and ongoing safety training; performs administrative duties including assisting with laboratory personnel evaluations, budget preparation, public relations and industrial user relations as well as public contact and complaint/question resolution; works in a variety of weather extremes; performs laboratory technician duties, as needed, including working Saturday shifts; works independently and with others with minimum supervision; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Waste Management Services safety rules and regulations; other related duties as assigned by Waste Management Services Superintendent or Treatment Operations Supervisor. Acceptable experience and training: Bachelor's Degree in chemistry or environmental science with minimum three years formal environmental laboratory experience with minimum one year in a supervisory capacity or two years post high school chemistry or environmental science course work with minimum seven years of environmental laboratory experience with minimum one year in a supervisory capacity or high school diploma/GED with minimum nine years of environmental laboratory experience with minimum one year in a supervisory capacity or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; prefer water/wastewater experience; must possess or be able to obtain State of Iowa Grade I or II Waste Water Operator certification within six (6) months of appointment to the position; current Iowa Class C driver's license and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: thorough knowledge of the practices, equipment, materials and methods necessary to operate a testing laboratory; thorough knowledge of State and Federal legislation governing wastewater treatment laboratory operations within six (6) months of appointment to position; knowledge of occupational hazards connected with laboratory operations and ability to observe and enforce appropriate safety precautions; general knowledge of personal computers; ability to plan, assign and review work of subordinate employees; ability to solve problems involved in coordinating laboratory and pretreatment operations; ability to assess complex problems and make independent decisions and recommendations on a variety of laboratory and pretreatment problems; ability to consult and communicate orally and in writing, read, analyze, record and interpret complex technical data and review materials on a variety of lab and pretreatment projects; ability to review work logs and statistical data, present facts and findings clearly and concisely; ability to prepare written reports, complete forms and perform required record keeping; ability to understand, give and carry out written and verbal instructions and respond to questions from supervisors, coworkers, industrial users and the public; ability to work in a variety of weather extremes; ability to work independently and with others with little or no supervision; ability to direct and coordinate the work of others; ability to make decisions, enforce rules, policies, regulations and programs for laboratory operations and to assist in interviewing, selecting and evaluating subordinates; ability to observe and enforce appropriate safety precautions;. ORAL EXAMINATION Qualified employees 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 60 points out of 100 to achieve a passing score on the interview. The top applicants, as ranked by their score on the interview, will be the individuals placed on the certified list. TESTING DATE All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the oral examination. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. LABORATORY SERVICES FOREMAN PROMO NOTICE 15 February2015 LABORATORY SERVICES FOREMAN DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES $27.64 per hour NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LOCAL #353 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Skilled technical and working foreman position responsible for coordination of all functions of the City's Waste Management Services laboratory and Federally mandated pretreatment program. The work is performed under the general direction of the Waste Management Services Superintendent and the Treatment Operations Supervisor, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Directly coordinates the work of two laboratory technicians. Also assists with technician duties based on staffing needs. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. 1. Plans, assigns, schedules and reviews work of laboratory technicians including productivity and daily laboratory operations. 2. Oversees and inspects the accuracy of sampling, methodology of analyses and timely reports of results to staff. 3. Maintains a quality assurance program that insures continued accuracy and certification of the laboratory. 4. Reviews all data and equipment functioning to insure reliability and suggests corrective measures to the Waste Management Services Superintendent. 5. Provides training for employees as well as evaluations on a timely basis to maintain effectiveness. 6. Trains and instructs employees in proper and safe operation of laboratory equipment, orients new employees and participates in solving personnel problems. 7. Administers the pretreatment program including but not limited to inspections and audits of users, permitting of users, compliance monitoring, reporting and related activities to insure that the City's program remains in compliance with State and Federal requirements 8. Develops continuing education and training programs, sets goals and participates with laboratory employees in maintaining expected levels of efficiency, safety and accuracy. 9. Assists in setting up safety training programs for laboratory staff and ensures that all laboratory technicians receive initial and ongoing safety training including hazardous materials and personal protective equipment training. 10. Performs administrative duties including assisting with laboratory personnel evaluations, budget preparation, public relations and industrial user relations as well as public contact and complaint/question resolution. 11. Works in a variety of weather extremes, excessive noise, electrical and/or mechanical hazards, hot/cold, low visibility and on wet, slippery, or uneven terrain; atmosphere may contain dust, dirt, and fumes. These conditions exist at treatment plant and some industrial user locations. 12. Performs laboratory technician duties, as needed, including working Saturday shifts. 13. Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. 14. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 15. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and OSHA, City and Waste Management Services safety rules and regulations. 16. Other related duties as assigned by Waste Management Services Superintendent or Treatment Operations Supervisor. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Thorough knowledge of the practices, equipment, materials and methods necessary to operate a testing laboratory. 2. Thorough knowledge of State and Federal legislation governing wastewater treatment laboratory operations within six (6) months of appointment to position. 3 Knowledge of occupational hazards connected with laboratory operations and ability to observe and enforce appropriate safety precautions; may be required to be respirator certified, CPR and first aid certified and trained in permit required confined space entry as determined by Waste Management Services Superintendent. 4. General knowledge of personal computers. 5. Ability to plan, assign and review work of subordinate employees. 6. Ability to solve problems involved in coordinating laboratory and pretreatment operations. 7. Ability to assess complex problems and make independent decisions and recommendations on a variety of laboratory and pretreatment problems. 8. Ability to consult and communicate orally and in writing, read, analyze, record and interpret complex technical data and review materials on a variety of lab and pretreatment projects. 9. Ability to review work logs and statistical data, present facts and findings clearly and concisely. 10. Ability to prepare written reports, complete forms and perform required record keeping. 11. Ability to understand, give and carry out written and verbal instructions and respond to questions from supervisors, coworkers, industrial users and the public. 12. Ability to walk, stand and sit for extended periods of time when attending meetings, reviewing industrial user sites and performing general administrative duties. 13. Ability to travel inside and outside in all types of weather conditions to review industrial user sites, meet with the public and to attend meetings; will require driving to and from the destination and/or physically moving from one City facility or industry to another. 14. Ability to work in a variety of weather extremes, excessive noise, electrical and/or mechanical hazards, hot/cold, low visibility, and on wet, slippery, or uneven terrain; atmosphere may contain dust, dirt, and fumes. 15. Ability to work independently and with others with little or no supervision; ability to direct and coordinate the work of others. 16. Ability to make decisions, enforce rules, policies, regulations and programs for laboratory operations and to assist in interviewing, selecting and evaluating subordinates. 17. Ability to observe and enforce appropriate safety precautions. 18. Required to wear personal protective equipment such as safety eyewear and hearing protection. 19. Ability to discuss and answer laboratory and pretreatment questions tactfully and promptly, in a clear, concise and easily understandable manner. 20. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other City departments, supervisors and coworkers. 21. 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 chemistry or environmental science with minimum three years formal environmental laboratory experience with minimum one year in a supervisory capacity. OR Two years post high school chemistry or environmental science course work with minimum seven years of environmental laboratory experience with minimum one year in a supervisory capacity. OR High school diploma/GED with minimum nine years of environmental laboratory experience with minimum one year in a supervisory capacity. OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. 2. Prefer water/wastewater experience. 3. Must possess or be able to obtain State of Iowa Grade I or II Waste Water Operator certification within six (6) months of appointment to the position. 4. Current Iowa Class C 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. Driving record will be reviewed at least annually. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES The following physical abilities are required with or without accommodation. 1. Sufficient strength to lift and carry wastewater samples and glassware weighing up to forty (40) pounds. 2. Sufficient grasp/grip ability to safely handle sample containers and laboratory instruments and use laboratory analysis equipment and tools. 3. Sufficient vision to read, analyze and record complex technical data, prepare written reports, complete forms, perform laboratory recordkeeping and operate a passenger vehicle. 4. Sufficient color vision to identify all colors used in color metric testing. 5. Sufficient speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, business and industrial users orally and in writing, in person and over the telephone. 6. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to move safely from one laboratory work area to another, use required laboratory instruments and equipment, go to remote sampling stations, visit industrial sites and enter confined spaces with Limited entry space using steps or permanent or portable vertical ladders at a depth of up to forty (40) feet. MISCELLANEOUS 1. Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and basic laboratory protective clothing and gloves. 2. Following a conditional offer of promotion, the City of Waterloo reserves the right to require a physical examination by a physician of the City's choice including a drug screen, to determine if an applicant is capable of performing the essential functions of this job classification. 3. Must submit to and successfully pass Civil Service examination procedures including a panel interview. WORK SCHEDULE Generally 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with twenty minute paid lunch. Will be required to work Saturday shift as needed. May be required to work overtime, weekends or holidays. Hours may vary based on flexible scheduling or needs of the department and many be changed with two week's notice at the discretion of the Waste Management Services Superintendent. Must be available outside of and in addition to these hours for City meetings that require the attendance of the Laboratory Services Foreman. LABORATORY SERVICES FOREMAN DESCRIPTION 15 February 2015 All qualified applicants must submit a cover letter and resume detailing education and work experience to the City of Waterloo Human Resources Department, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703 or email employmentAwaterloo-ia.org. The resume must be received by a time and date to be determined. Faxed resumes not accepted. All applicants will receive additional information on the position within a week of submitting their resume. The City is not responsible for resumes that do not reach us electronically or by regular mail service. A candidate who submits a resume by the deadline date and time and does not contact the City that they have not received a response will not be considered. CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA CIVIL SERVICE NOTICE OPEN EXAMINATION LABORATORY TECHNICIAN WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Waste Management Services Superintendent and reporting to the Laboratory Services Foreman, performs a variety of laboratory tests on wastewater, sludge and other pollutants. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following: performs chemical and/or bacteriological tests of wastewater to ensure compliance with Federal, State and local laws and regulations; performs all standard wastewater analysis (BOD, COD, solids, volatile acids, grit, PH, etc) and computes and records test results accurately; analyzes samples during treatment stages; checks automated sampling systems for proper operation; assists foreman with sampling surveys, facility inspections and other industrial pretreatment related duties; assists in maintaining a quality control program that ensures compliance with Federal, State and local government regulations and performs quality control audits of samples; assists in writing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures; assists in training new personnel; analyzes and records complex technical data and prepares technical reports; maintains and cleans laboratory equipment and cleans and sterilizes glassware; uses laboratory testing equipment and computes and records test results accurately; may fill in for Laboratory Services Foreman as needed for absences; drives passenger vehicle to local businesses or industries to perform tests or sampling; works in a variety of weather extremes, excessive noise, inadequate ventilation, electrical and/or mechanical hazards, dirty, infectious and/or toxic conditions and on wet or slippery surfaces (conditions that exist at various locations at the Treatment Plant or when performing on -site testing); may enter confined spaces with the entry space being as small as twenty-two inches (22") using steps or permanent or portable vertical ladders at a depth of up to forty (40) feet; communicates with and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors; works independently and with others with minimum supervision; performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace; attends work regularly at the designated place and time; performs all work duties and activities in accordance with OSHA, Waste Management Services and City policies, procedures and safety practices; performs other duties as assigned. Acceptable experience and training: Associate's Degree as a laboratory technician with minimum three (3) years progressively more responsible experience in a medical laboratory or a laboratory involved in consulting and testing of environmental materials or high school graduate or completion of G.E.D. with minimum five (5) years progressively more responsible experience as defined or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; prefer college course work in biology, chemistry, bacteriology or related field; must obtain and maintain State of Iowa Waste Water Operator certification within one year of appointment; Iowa Driver's License and good driving record based on City of Waterloo driver performance criteria. Required knowledge and abilities include but are not limited to the following: thorough knowledge of chemical principles, terminology, techniques, equipment and laboratory tests used to analyze samples in a laboratory; knowledge of the processes and treatment stages involved in waste treatment and industrial testing; knowledge of the occupational hazards associated with and safety precautions necessary when performing laboratory testing and operations; knowledge of quality control processes and procedures as they relate to chemical and bacteriological testing; ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors and industrial users; ability to work alone on weekends or holidays; ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. Following a conditional offer of employment, a physical and drug test is required. Failure to pass the physical and drug test will result in withdrawal of the employment offer. 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 sixty points out of one hundred to achieve a passing score on the oral examination. The top applicants, as ranked by their scores on the oral examination, will be the individuals placed on the certified lists. Applicants who qualify as outlined and 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 oral examination. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN NOTICE 15 February 2015 LABORATORY TECHNICIAN DEPARTMENT SALARY FLSA CIVIL SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT • WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES $25.16 per hour after 4-month probation NON-EXEMPT INCLUDED MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LOCAL 353 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Skilled technical position under the general direction of the Waste Management Services Superintendent and reporting to the Laboratory Services Foreman responsible for performing a variety of laboratory tests on wastewater, sludge and other pollutants. No supervisory responsibilities. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) These functions are considered essential for successful performance in this job classification. 1. Performs chemical and/or bacteriological tests of wastewater to ensure compliance with Federal, State and local laws and regulations. 2. Performs all standard wastewater analysis (BOD, COD, solids, volatile acids, grit, PH, etc) and computes and records test results accurately. 3. Analyzes samples during treatment stages. 4. Checks automated sampling systems for proper operation. 5. Assists foreman with sampling surveys, facility inspections and other industrial pretreatment related duties. 6. Assists in maintaining a quality control program that ensures compliance with Federal, State and local government regulations and performs quality control audits of samples. 7. Assists in writing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures. 8. Assists in training new personnel. 9. Analyzes and records complex technical data and prepares technical reports. 10. Maintains and cleans laboratory equipment and cleans and sterilizes glassware. 11. Uses laboratory testing equipment and computes and records test results accurately. 12. May fill in for Laboratory Services Foreman as needed for absences. 13. Drives passenger vehicle to local businesses or industries to perform tests or sampling. 15. Works in a variety of weather extremes, excessive noise, inadequate ventilation, electrical and/or mechanical hazards, dirty, infectious and/or toxic conditions and on wet or slippery surfaces. These are conditions that exist at various locations at the Treatment Plant or when performing on -site testing. 16. May enter confined spaces with the entry space being as small as twenty-two inches (22") using steps or permanent or portable vertical ladders at a depth of up to forty (40) feet. 17. Communicates with and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors. 18. Works independently and with others with minimum supervision. 19. Performs work of a repetitive nature and varied workload pace. 20. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time. 21. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with OSHA, Waste Management Services and City policies, procedures and safety practices. 22. Performs other duties as assigned by Waste Management Services Superintendent, Treatment Operations Supervisory and Laboratory Services Foreman. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES 1. Thorough knowledge of chemical principles, terminology, techniques, equipment and laboratory tests used to analyze samples in a laboratory. 2. Knowledge of the processes and treatment stages involved in waste treatment and industrial testing. 3. Knowledge of the occupational hazards associated with and safety precautions necessary when performing laboratory testing and operations. 4. Knowledge of quality control processes and procedures as they relate to chemical and bacteriological testing. 5. Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors and industrial users. 6. Ability to work alone on weekends or holidays. 7. Ability to work with people from a broad variety of social, economic, racial, ethnic and educational backgrounds. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING 1. Associate's Degree as a laboratory technician with minimum three (3) years progressively more responsible experience in a medical laboratory or a laboratory involved in consulting and testing of environmental materials OR High school graduate or completion of G.E.D. with minimum five (5) years progressively more responsible experience as defined OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. 2. Prefer college course work in biology, chemistry, bacteriology or related field. 3. Must obtain and maintain State of Iowa Waste Water Operator certification within one year of appointment. 4. 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. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES The following physical abilities are required with or without accommodation. 1. Sufficient strength to lift and carry wastewater samples and glassware weighing up to forty (40) pounds. 2. Sufficient grasp/grip ability to safely handle sample containers and laboratory instruments and use laboratory analysis equipment and tools. 3. Sufficient vision to read, analyze and record complex technical data, prepare written reports, complete forms and perform laboratory recordkeeping. 4. Sufficient color vision to identify all colors used in color metric testing. 5. Sufficient speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, business and industrial users orally and in writing, in person and over the telephone. 6. Sufficient personal mobility that permits the employee to move safely from one laboratory work area to another, use required laboratory instruments and equipment, go to remote sampling stations, occasionally visit industrial sites and enter confined spaces with limited entry space using steps or permanent or portable vertical ladders at a depth of up to forty (40) feet. MISCELLANEOUS 1. Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and basic laboratory protective clothing and gloves.. 2. Required to be trained regarding the Permit Confined Space Safety Policy as required by supervisor; no facial hair allowed that would interfere with the proper fit of a respirator. Must be CPR and First Aide Certified as required by supervisor. 3. 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. 4. Must submit to and pass Civil Service examination procedures including a panel interview. WORK SCHEDULE Generally Monday -Friday 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Will rotate Saturdays with other lab staff. Will occasionally work overtime. Will work two or three City -observed holidays per year from 7:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 15 February 2015 CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT 715 Mulberry Street • Waterloo, IA 50703 • (319) 291-4303 Fax (319) 291-4569 February 26, 2015 TO: Honorable Mayor & City Council 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. Respectfully submitted, CERTIFIED LIST Scott Kroeze John Blitsch Date Bonetta Culp Date CS LIST SIGN & TRAFFIC FOREMAN 15 CITY WEBSITE: www.cityofwaterlooiowa.com WE'RE WORKING FOR YOU! An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT 715 Mulberry Street • Waterloo, IA 50703 • (319) 291-4303 Fax (319) 291-4569 February 26, 2015 The City of Waterloo Civil Service Laws adopted October 20, 1983, and approved by the Waterloo City Council on November 14, 1983, allow under Chapter IV, Section 2c for the Mayor and the department head to recommend the approval of a promotional eligibility list of less than three individuals. We are recommending the Civil Service Commission certify a promotional list of one for Sign & Traffic Foreman — Traffic Operations Buck Clark, Mayor ,e10- andie Greco Traffic Operations Superintendent CITY WEBSITE: www.cityofwaterlooiowa.com WE'RE WORKING FOR YOU! An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer