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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 13-7442 - Adopting the Full-Time/Temporary Employment Status & Job Specification for the Classification of Ambulance Operator & Establishing Pay & BenefitsRESOLUTION NO. 13- 7442 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE FULL-TIME/TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND JOB SPECIFICATION FOR THE CLASSIFICATION OF AMBULANCE OPERATOR AND ESTABLISHING PAY AND BENEFITS WHEREAS, Article X of the City Charter provides for the establishment of the personnel system and Article II, Chapter 7, Section 2704 contains the provisions for those positions that are excluded from the classified service; and, WHEREAS, the new non-safety/non-exempt classification of Ambulance Operator is established for the purpose of operating City emergency transport vehicles; and, WHEREAS, Definition of Terms contained in the City of Downey Personnel Manual is amended to add the employment status of Full-Time/Temporary to administer employment, pay, and benefits in a fair and equitable manner; and, WHEREAS, Full-TimefTemporary employment status is defined as employment for an “at will” position not in the classified service with specific terms and conditions of employment that are for a limited term not to exceed sixty (60) months, and hours of work are scheduled for at least forty (40) per week; and, WHEREAS, the Fire Department Fiscal Year 2013-2014 budget includes appropriate funding for the hiring of full-time/temporary Ambulance Operators; and, WHEREAS, the external labor market was considered to determine the pay and benefits structure for the full-time/temporary classification of Ambulance Operator; and, WHEREAS, a class specification for Ambulance Operator that includes employment standards and qualifications for the position is required. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The class specification for Ambulance Operator (Exhibit A) is hereby adopted . SECTION 2. The pay range for Ambulance Operator shall take effect as follows: Grade Code TBD 5-Step Hourly Pay Range $9.0973 - $9.5976 - $10.1255 - $10.6824 - $1 1.2700 SECTION 3. The employment benefits for Ambulance Operator (Exhibit B) are hereby adopted . RESOLUTION NO. 13-7442 PAGE 2 SECTION 4. This Resolution shall supersede any previously adopted Resolution for the job specification and established pay and benefits as herein referenced for Ambulance Operator SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 27th day of August, 2013 MARIO A. GUERRA, Mayor ATTEST: RDRIA M. JIMENE2 City Clerk {\_ / alt „ CMC 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 27th day of August, 2013, by the following vote, to wit: AYES NOES' ABSTAIN : ABSENT: Council Members: Council Members: Council Members: Council Member: Brossmer, Saab, Vasquez, Mayor Guerra None None Marquez City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 13-7442 PAGE 3 EXHIBIT A CITY OF DOWNEY CLASS SPECIFICATION Employment Status: Full-Time/Temporary Unit Representation: Not Represented/Non-Classified Service FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Adopted: AMBULANCE OPERATOR JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, to provide basic medical care and transport of the ill and injured as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); to respond to emergency medical calls for service including accidents and other emergencies; and, to operate an emergency vehicle to and from the scene of an emergency. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a non-safety/non-firefighter position that works under the supervision of a Fire Captain and the overall direction of an EMS Coordinator to perform emergency medical transport services. An incumbent will work twenty-four (24) hour rotating shifts with overtime applicable upon the completion of forty (40) hours of work within the designated 7-day work week ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following examples are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed Safely operate City owned emergency transport vehicles and other department vehicles within Department policy; perform appropriate medical care within the scope of an EMT such as attaining and documenting vital signs, bandaging, splinting, lifting patients into ambulance and assisting paramedics as directed; maintain and inventory emergency ambulance supplies, equipment, and routine vehicle parts; support patient billing operations; operate within federal, state, county and city laws and regulations and guidelines including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act; attend and successfully complete department and hospital training sessions and drills; participate in station and equipment maintenance; and, perform other related duties as assigned. 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, RESOLUTION NO. 13-7442 PAGE 4 QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Applicable federal, state, county. and City of Downey regulations, practices, and procedures; principles of emergency ambulance and transportation procedures including first aid, resuscitator, and gurney operation; safe emergency work practices; infection control procedures; emergency radio communication procedures; medical terminology and documentation; and, emergency vehicle maintenance and operation, including all applicable federal and state driving licenses Ability to: Read electronic and incident maps and follow map directions; recognize street names quickly; locate house numbers and navigate quickly through business districts; work effectively in difficult and hazardous emergency situations and environments and carry out work assignments as instructed; safely and properly transport patients during ambulance transportation; follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; meet and maintain physical fitness to perform the physical aspects of the position; maintain an acceptable driving record during the course of employment; and, establish and maintain effective and cooperating working relationships with those encountered in the performance of duties, including the general public Education & Experience: High School graduate or equivalent. A preferred graduate of a 240- hour California Fire Academy or equivalent or recently completed Fire Technology college level coursework is desired. In addition to an Associate’s degree, a combination of education and experience directed toward a career in the Fire Service is desired License & Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License Class C and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment; possession of a current California EMT-1 certificate with a current CPR card for healthcare providers; possession of a current Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) issued Ambulance Driver Certificate and Medical Examination Report (DL 51). PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Requires vision and eye test standards and physical conditioning to maintain the required Driver’s License; duties require physical strength and conditioning to lift patients onto a gurney and to load them into the ambulance; lift, push, pull weight up to 150 pounds with assistance from other attendants; climb a ladder and stairs; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl in tight spaces; withstand a variety of environmental factors including working both in and outdoors and exposure to varying temperatures of heat or cold, toxic chemicals, fumes, smoke, gases and solvents; exposure to blood borne pathogens, cramp or confined spaces, slippery/uneven surfaces; work involves irregular and extended hours requiring mental alertness. RESOLUTION NO. 13-7442 PAGE 5 EXHIBIT B AMBULANCE OPERATOR BENEFIT DETAIL Medical and Dental Coverage & California DMV Medical Exam The City will contribute 100% of the monthly premium rate for “Employee + 1 Dependent” coverage in the City’s Kaiser Permanente HMO medical plan. The City will contribute 100% of the monthly premium rate for “Employee Only” coverage in the City’s MetLife dental plan. Employee pays any additional costs for selected coverage The medical examination to maintain the required Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Driver’s license for Ambulance Operator will be paid for by the City FICA (Medicare)1.45% paid by employee and 1.45% paid by the City I California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CaIPERS enrollment) The City will enroll employee as a miscellaneous member in accordance with the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013(PEPRA) as a “new member” or “classic member.” Employee pays the mandated member’s contribution amount in accordance with PEPRA or as otherwise provided by the City of Downey. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)City paid coverage Unemployment and Workers’ Compensation Coverage Provided by the City as mandated by law. Voluntary Employee Benefits Program Employee participation in coverage offered by the City under this Program is voluntary. There is no City contribution for any benefit offered under this program. Employee pays for coverage elected or contributes for participation.