HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 09-7120 - Learning Center specs/salary ranges Spec. Program Coordinator & Ctr.RESOLUTION NO. 09-7120
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING
CLASS SPECIFICATIONS AND SALARY RANGES FOR SPECIAL PROGRAM
COORDINATOR AND CENTER SUPERVISOR.
WHEREAS, the City is planning to open the Columbia Memorial Learning Center; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager has requested that two new classifications be approved to
provide staffing for the Center, and
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES
HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The class specifications of Special Program Coordinator and Center
Supervisor, attached hereto, and by this reference, are hereby adopted.
SECTION 2. The monthly salary ranges for the following positions shall be established
as follows:
Classification Title
Special Projects Coordinator
Center Supervisor
Pay Grade
01 -269
01 -241
Salary Range
$5, 100.48-$6 ,318.58
$4,716. 16-$5,842.47
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of March, 2009.
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MARIO A. GUERRA, Mayor
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KATHLEEN L. MIDSTOKKE, City Clerk
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of
the City of Downey at a regular meeting held on the 24th day of March, 2009, by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN :
Council Members: Bayer, Brossmer, Gafin, Marquez, Mayor Guerra
Council Member: None
Council Member: None
Council Member: None
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KATHLEEN L. MIDSTOKKE, City Clerk
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Date Adopted: March 24, 2009
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
Unit Representation: DCEA Misc.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
CENTER SUPERVISOR
JOB SUMMARY
This is a lead position that reports to the Executive Director. An incumbent in this classification
is expected to perform a full range of responsible duties and responsibilities under general
supervISIon.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Coordinates event activities; insures that the Columbia Memorial Space Center is maintained
and operated efficiently; reads and understands contract language; plans, schedules,
implements Space Center programs; assists the Director in implementation of goals and
objectives involved in the operation of the Space Center; assists in the organization and
operation of educational programs involving children and adults; interacts with children and
adults in a learning environment; prepares accurate and well-written reports; coordinates the
acquisition of equipment and materials to support Space Center programs; may train, supervise,
and evaluate the performance of subordinate personnel; may train, supervise, and interact with
adult and student volunteers; and interacts with groups that rent or use the facility.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed
by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or
rescind work assignments as needed.
QUALFICATIONS
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge,
skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination
includes:
Knowledge of: Public building operations, learning center facilities, museum operation and
educational facilities.
Ability to: Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with various
groups and organizations that the use the Space Center, vendors, co-workers and subordinate
employees; maintain a regular work schedule that may include week-end work; supervise, plan
and organize work; meet schedules and time lines; communicate effectively both verbally and in
writing; perform effective decision making that includes accurate situation analysis and ability to
adopt an effective course of action; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working
relations with those contacted in the performance of duties; perform work using a personal
computer with proficiency in Microsoft Office program, most importantly utilizing Word and
Excel; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; follow City work rules and
Department policies and procedures.
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Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably with education and/or science background.
Experience: Equivalent to four full-time years related experience as a Coordinator within a
municipal/community services operation or responsible work experience an education or
museum environment or recreation programs involving youth.
License or Certification: Due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a
City vehicle, a valid California driver’s License may be required.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS – Work is performed in an office
environment with moderate noise levels; duties require the ability to speak, hear, touch and see.
Also required is the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work
involving moving from one area to another; occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching,
pushing and pulling (drawers opened and closed to retrieve and file information); occasionally
lifting and carrying materials that weigh less than 20 pounds. Finger dexterity is needed to
access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter, or calculator; requires
sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as typing on
a keyboard, filing, data entry and/or use of a personal computer or other office equipment and
supplies; may involve sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.
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Date Adopted: March 24, 2009
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
Unit Representation: DCEA Misc.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
SPECIAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR
JOB SUMMARY
This is a lead position that reports to the Executive Director. An incumbent in this classification
is expected to perform a full range of responsible duties and responsibilities under general
supervISIon.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provides oversight in planning, scheduling, implementing and evaluating the overall Columbia
Memorial Space Center education program; assists the Director in implementation of goals and
objectives involved in the operation of the Space Center; organizes and operates educational
programs involving children and adults including the Challenger Learning Center space mission
simulator; interacts with children and adults in an educational environment; keeps school
principals and other interested parties informed about the Space Center’s programs; supervises
the induction and orientation of new staff and volunteers; prepares accurate and well-written
reports; coordinates the acquisition of instructional materials to support the Space Center
programs; may train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of subordinate personnel; may
train, supervise, and interact with adult and student volunteers; and, interprets the instructional
program to parents and community groups as needed
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed
by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or
rescind work assignments as needed.
QUALFICATIONS
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge,
skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination
includes
Knowledge of: Cognitive, social-emotional, creative, and physical development of school age
children; instructional strategies and curriculum, competency and skills involving safety, health,
nutrition, and interpersonal/group dynamics; a working knowledge of the California Department
of Education Content Standards, Course of Study; correct English usage and grammar;
advance research, statistical and recordkeeping techniques and procedures; current computer
technology, modern office practices, methods and equipment; principals and practices of basic
supervISIon.
Ability to: Interpret and apply rules and regulations relating to child development programs;
supervise, evaluate, advise assigned personnel; supervise, plan and organize work; meet
schedules and time lines; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; perform effective
decision making that includes accurate situation analysis and ability to adopt an effective course
of action; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relations with those
contacted in the performance of duties; perform work using a personal computer with
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proficiency in Microsoft Office program, most importantly utilizing Word and Excel; competent in
the use and maintenance of Apple computers and software; communicate clearly and concisely,
both orally and in writing; follow City work rules and Department policies and procedures.
Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably with education and/or science background..
Experience: Equivalent to four full-time years related experience as a science exhibit
developer, teacher or responsible work experience in after school, education, or hands-on
science programs involving youth.
License or Certification: Due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a
City vehicle, a valid California driver’s License may be required.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS – Work is performed in an office
environment with moderate noise levels; duties require the ability to speak, hear, touch and see.
Also required is the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work
involving moving from one area to another; occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching,
pushing and pulling (drawers opened and closed to retrieve and file information); occasionally
lifting and carrying materials that weigh less than 20 pounds. Finger dexterity is needed to
access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter, or calculator; requires
sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as typing on
a keyboard, filing, data entry and/or use of a personal computer or other office equipment and
supplies; may involve sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.