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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/15/1983 CIVIL SERVICE ODMMISSION December 15, 1983 Mayor's Conference Room Members present: Braun, Eibey, Giesen. Absent Furgerson Others present: Sgt. Dyke, Sgt. Quinn, Bruce Bottorff, Larry P. Burger, Jim Rodemeyer, W. David Tyler, Donna Lesyshen. Moved by Eibey, seconded by Braun that the minutes of November 17, 1983, meeting be amended to read in paragraph eight, (moved by Braun, seconded by Eibey) and approved as amended. Motion carried. Jim Rodemeyer presented the proposed list for Clerk II and asked for approval. Moved by Braun, seconded by Eibey that we the members of the Civil Service Commission certify the following applicants, who are eligible and ranked in order based upon the examination process as set forth by the Civil Service Commission, for appointment to the position of Clerk III for the City of Waterloo, Iowa. Appointments to the position of Clerk III shall be made from this list for the next two years (December 15, 1983-Decemer 14, 1985). FIRST LIST Carol Hendershot Linda Craun Shirley Heiple Motion carried. Jim Rodemeyer presented the proposed list for Operator Trainee at the Water Pollution Control Plant and asked for approval. Moved by Braun, seconded by Eibey that we the members of the Civil Service Commission certify the following applicants, who are eligible and ranked in order based upon the examination process as set forth by the Civil Service Commission, for appointment to the position of Operator Trainee at the Water Pollution Control Plant for the City of Waterloo, Iowa. Appointments to the position of Operator Trainee shall be made from this list for the next two years (December 15, 1983-December 14, 1985). FIRST LIST Richard K. Olson Tim M. Robbins Howard M. Schmitz Mark T. Youngberg Glen A. Rocca Gary C. Snyder Virgil N. Plassmeyer Kenneth J. Heiar Russell 1. Pruess Jerry R. Hinders The second list shall be held in reserve and may only be certified upon the exhaustion of the first list, but must be certified within the 1st year of the two year period in order to be utilized. RESERVE LIST John R. Jacklin Daniel L. Shaner Rodney G. Willis Kenneth R. Burgin Myron L. Oberheu Christopher A. Brant Brian J. Schafer James A. Jacoby Motion carried Civil Service Minutes Page Two Sgt. Dyke of the Waterloo Police Department asked the Commission to consider the removal of Diane Vajarts name from the Certified List of Police and Fire Civilian Dispatcher. Dyke continued that based on an investigation of past work records and verbal contact with former employers, it is the recommendation of the Police Department that this person could not perform in the dispatcher position. Braun asked if Diane Vaj art had been contacted or had requested an appeal to this proposed action. Dyke stated that she had been contacted and informed of the proposal before the Commission. She was not present at this meeting. Moved by Braun, seconded by Eibey to remove Dianne Voj art's name from the Police and Fire Civilian Dispatcher Certification List. Motion carried. Jim Rodemeyer reviewed the notice for the Civil Service promotional examination for Equipment Operator I in the Street Department. (discussion followed) Moved by Braun, seconded by Eibey to receive and file the notice for Equipment Operator I in the Street Department and approve as amended. Motion carried. (see attached) Jim Rodemeyer reviewed the notice for the Civil Service open examination for Operator II at the Water Pollution Control Plant. (discussion followed) Moved by Braun, seconded by Eibey to receive and file the notice for Operator II at the Water Pollution Control Plant and approve as amended. Motion carried. (see attached) Jim Rodemeyer reviewed the notice for the Civil Service open examination for Civilian Dispatcher, discussion followed. Moved by Braun, seconded by Eibey to receive and file the notice for Civil Dispatcher and approve as amended. (see attached) Next meeting was set for Thursday, January 26, 1984 at 4:00 p.m. in the Mayor's Conference Room. Meeting adjourned. Larry P. Burger City Clerk/Auditor CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA NOTICE CIVIL SERVICE OPEN EXAMINATION FOR CIVILIAN DISPATCHER DESCRIPTION: Position involves responsibility for performance of varied duties in the Police andand o Departments including but not limited to the following: Operation of telephone systems: operation of communications equipment; operation of computer terminals and typing various reports and forms; dispatching police and/or fire personnel to possible emergency situations; taking complaints and infor ation by telephone and radio; other duties as assigned by a supervisor QUALIFICATIONS AND M N1411 REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from high school or completion of G.E.D., mom verification of G.E.D. or high school graduation will be required; ability to type at least 35 woes per minute with no errors; verification of typing speed will be required; ability to think and act promptly in emergencies and to handle telephone contacts under stressful situations; ability to speak clearly and distinctly at all times and to write legibly; must have reached the age of 18 by the resume deadline; normal hearing in each ear, hearing is considered normal when tested by an audiometer and hearing sensitivity thresholds are within 25db measured at 1000Hz, 2000Hz and 3000Hz averaged together; normal vision in both eyes as determined by an American Optical Company, Psuedo Isochrcmatic Plates Test requiring correct identification of 14 out of 18 plates; willing to comply with the City of Waterloo Residency Policy concerning emergency response time (must be able to respond within 30 minutes during an emergency); is of good moral character and has not been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to make this determination through a fingerprint search and a review of employers and references. In addition the City of Waterloo reserves the right to require an examination by a physician of the employer's choice prior to an applicant being hired to determine if an applicant is free from any physical , emotional or mental conditions which might adversly affect lob performance. WRTTITh EXMIIIIATION: All qualified applicants who apply by the deadline date will be required to participate in a written examination administered by an outside consultant. The written examination will be an 82 minute timed examination consisting of 100 questions designed to assess reasoning ability and general intelligence. The examination is not intended to test prior knowledge of dispatch work. The top 30 individuals as ranked by their scores on the written examination shall be allowed to proceed in the testing process. The written score will be worth 50 percent of the total score. ORAL EXAMINATION: The top 30 applicants as ranked by their written score will be required to appear before an oral examination panel. The oral examination panel will consist of one individual from the Waterloo Fire Department, an individual from the Waterloo Police Department and one individual from the Personnel Department. A portion of the oral examination will be used on the anplicant's written response to a series of pre=recorded simulated phone contacts. An applicant must obtain a minimum (averaged) score of 60 points out of 100 to achieve a passing score on the oral examination. The oral examination will count 50 percent of the total score. In addition, the top 30 applicants shall bring to their oral examination a test score or other documents issued within the last year, verifying their ability to type at least 35 words per minute with no errors and verification of high school graduation or G.E.D. completion. SCORING: Those individuals who successfully complete the written and oral examination, as outlined above,will have their final scores determined by giving equal weight to the written and oral scores. The top twenty applicants as ranked by their total points, as outlined, shall be the individuals certified on the initial and reserve lists. However, employment will be contingent upon passing of the background investigation and the physical examination. Applicants who qualify as outlined and are full time permanent 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 provision of Chapter 70 of the Code of Iowa (1983) and who are citizens and residents of the State of Iowa shall have five additional points added to their final score upon submission of their DD214. DEADLINE DATE: All qualified candidates mast submit a resume to the City of Waterloo Personnel Department, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703 by 5:00 p.m. on Monday. January 16, 1984. TESTING DATE AND LOCATION: All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date are hereby notified that the written examination will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday Evening, January 25, 1984 in the Sehoitz Room located on the 1st floor, west wing of the Waterloo Recreation Center, located at 225 Cedar Street. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA NOTICE CIVIL SERVICE OPEN EXAMINATION FOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I - STREET DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: Position involving responsibilities for performance of varied duties in the Street Department including but not limited to the following: Safe operation of dump trucks, tractors, snowplows, street rollers, paving saws and other related construction equipment; assists in loading and unloading material and equipment; works as a semi -skilled construction laborer operating air hammers, chain saws and related equipment; services equipment and makes minor mechanical repairs; other duties as assigned by a supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Iowa Chauffeur's License and evidence of an excellent driving record; knowledge of traffic and safety rules; able to read and write the English language; at least 1 year's experience in the skilled operation of dump trucks and other related construction equipment in all types of weather conditions as well as general construction knowledge and experience; general knowledge of the geography of the City of Waterloo; must be in excellent physical condition and be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to require an examination by a physician of the employer's choice prior to an applicant being hired to determine if an applicant is free from any physical, emotional or mental condition which might adversely affect job performance. In addition the City of Waterloo reserves the right to conduct a review of present and past employers and references and a thorough examination of the applicant's driving record. WRITTEN EXAMINATION: All qualified applicants who apply by the deadline date will be required to participate in a written examination designed to measure aptitude and general job knowledge. The top 25 candidates as ranked by their scores on these written examination shall be allowed to proceed in the testing process. The written score shall be worth 50 percent of the total score. ORAL EXAMINATION: The top 25 applicants as ranked by their written score will be required to appear before an oral examination panel. The oral examination panel shall consist of a minimum of three people who have expertise in the areas being tested and shall include no more than one person from the department where the job opening exists. An individual must obtain a minimum averaged score of 60 points out of 100 to achieve a passing score on the oral examination. The oral examination will count 50 percent of the test score. SCORING: Those individuals who successfully complete the written and oral examination, as outlined above, will have their final scores determined by giving equal weight to the written and oral scores. The top twenty applicants as ranked by their total points, will be the individuals certified on the initial and reserve lists. However, employment will be contingent upon the review of past employment records, a review of driving record and the physical examination. Applicants who qualify, as outlined above, and are full time permanent employees of the City of Waterloo shall have one additional point per full year 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 qu-lify per provision of chapter 70 of the Code of Iowa (1983) and who are citizens and residents of the State of Iowa shall have five additional points added to their score upon submission of their DD214. DEADLINE DATE: Qualified candidates must submit a resume to the City of Waterloo Personnel Department, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703, TESTING DATE: All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the examirrtion. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER PLEASE POST IN AN AREA ACCESSIBLE T YOUR EMPLOYEES CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA NOTICE CIVIL SERVICE PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR OPERATOR II-WPCP DESCRIPTION: Position involving the performance of varied duties in the Water Pollution Control Plant, including but not limited to the following; responsible for overall operation and maintenance of the Sewage Treatment Plant on an assigned shift; makes regular inspections of the plant and equipment to ascertain proper operation; collects water samples for routine lab tests; reads meters, guages and dials and keeps logs on readings; trains and inspects the work of Plant 1 Operator I; cleans grits rakes, bar screens and other devices of obstructions start and stops and makes minor repairs to pumps, motors and equipment; assists plant maintenance mechanics in preventive maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment; other duties as assigned by a supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Iowa Chauffeur's License and evidence of a good driving record; knowledge of traffic and safety rules; must have attained Red Cross First Aid Certification; must be a City of Waterloo employee, be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D. and have a minimum of three years work experience in a Sewage Treatment Plant. The high school diploma and/or work experience may be waived based on the equivalency list as established by the Iowa Water, Air and Waste Management Commission in accordance with State Certification standards (see attached equivalency list) ; must be able to obtain and maintain Grade II State Certification within six (6) months of placement on the Certified Civil Service List; must be in good physical condition and be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions. The City of Waterloo reserves the right to require an examination by a physician of the employer's choice prior to an employee being promoted to determine if the individual is free from any physical, emotional or mental condition which might adversely affect job performance. In addition the City of Waterloo reserves the right to conduct a review of employee's driving record. EXAMINATION AND SCORING: All qualified employees who meet the minimum requirements, as outlined above, will be ranked on the Certified Promotional List based on the following: Points based on work experience and/or State Certification (a) An employee who meets the minimum requirements , as outlined above, but has not obtained a Grade I License as certified by the State shall be awarded 50 points. (b. ) An employee who meets the minimum requirements, as outlined above, and has obtained a Grade I License as certified by the State, shall be awarded 60 points. (c. ) An employee who meets the minimum requirements , as outlined above, and has obtained a Grade II License as certified by the State shall be awarded 70 points (which is the minimum Points needed to pass the State Certification Test for a Grade II License) or their actual point total on the Grade II License examination if higher than 70 points . Oral Examination (a) In addition, all City employees who meet the outlined minimum requirements will be required to appear before an oral examination panel. The oral examination panel shall consist of a minimum of three people who have expertise in the areas being tested and shall include no more than one person from the department where the job opening exists. The oral examination shall be worth a total of 100 points. Scoring (a. ) An employee's rank on the promotional list shall be determined by combining their point total frpm "work experience and/or State Certification" with their poit;L total from the "oral examination." However, promotion may be contingent upon a review of the driving record and the physical examination. DEADLINE DATE: Qualified employees must submit a resume to the City of Waterloo Personnel Department, 1st Floor, City Hall, by 5:00 p.m. , Friday, January 13, 1984. TESTING DATE: All qualified candidates who apply by the deadline date will be notified of the time, place and date of the oral examination. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER