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CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATIONAND ESTABLISHED COMPENSATION
FOR THE POSITION OF ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER - UTILITIES
That the City Council adopt the attached Resolution:;
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The City's Classification Plan is a system of consistent and uniform methodology for
classifying positions and establishing compensation. This system is intended to support and
facilitate understanding between management and employees regarding job expectations,
provide a consistent and competitive review of qualifications for hiring and retention, and a
structure for equitable compensation.
The purpose of this report is to create the position of Associate Civil Engineer Utilities
which is an upgrade from Assistant Civil Engineer I. This upgrade was funded in the
approved budget for Fiscal Year 2017-2018, but was inadvertently not reflected in the
Organizational Chart for the Public Works Department Utilities Division.
During the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 budget review process it was determined that the Utilities
Division was in need of a position at the Associate level in order to restructure duties and
responsibilities to meet the operational needs of the Public Works Utilities Division.
Upgrading the existing Assistant Civil Engineer I to an Associate Civil Engineer — Utilities
would better represent the higher level of technical knowledge and ability necessary to
execute professional engineering design principles and Division construction and operation
project coordination. It was determined that a separate class specification for Associate
Civil Engineer - Utilities was necessary to highlight the distinct difference in duties between
the existing Associate position in the Engineering Division and that of the Utilities Division
functions.
CLASS SPECIFICATION AND ESTABLISHED COMPENSATION FOR THE POSITION OF ASSOCIATE
CIVIL ENGINEER - UTILITIES DIVISION
APRIL 10, 2018
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The hourly salary range proposed for the position is $35.3836-$43.8342 ($6,133.07
$7,597.83/monthly) which is the same range currently in effect for Associate Civil Engineer
in the Engineering Division. The position remains designated as non-exempt (subject to
overtime) and appropriately represented by the Downey City Employees' Association
(DCEA) — Miscellaneous Unit.
Sufficient funding is allocated in the approved Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Public Works
Department budget for the personnel cost increase of approximately $15,202 in the Utilities
Division.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution
Exhibit A - Class Specification — Associate Civil Engineer - Utilities
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RESOLUTION OF THE CIT• OF OF DOWNEY
ADOPTING THE CLASSIFIC" •N SPECIFICATION AND ESTABLISHING
COMPENSATON FOR POSITION i ASSOCIATE
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 budget includes funding for one full-time non-
exempt Assistant Civil Engineer I position in the Utilities Division of the Public Works
Department,
WHEREAS, the position of Assistant Civil Engineer I is upgraded to a non-exempt
Associate Civil Engineer - Utilities classification to be more reflective of the scope of duties and
responsibilities being performed,
WHEREAS, to maintain the City's Classification Plan, compensated positions in the
classified service of the City require a classification specification that includes employment
standards and qualifications,
WHEREAS, the classification of Associate Civil Engineer - Utilities is determined to be
appropriately represented by the Downey City Employees' Association — Miscellaneous Unit
with pay established at the same range as currently in effect for Associate Civil Engineer.
NOW, i -,o THE CITY COUNCILOF OF DOWNEY DOES
HEREBY RESOLVE • i
SECTION 1. The classification specification for Associate Civil Engineer- Utilities,
attached hereto, and by this reference is hereby adopted.
SECTION 2. The Fiscal Year 2017-18 budget is changed to reflect one full-time
Assistant Civil Engineer I upgraded to Associate Civil Engineer— Utilities with sufficient funding
in the Utilities Division of the Public Works Department.
SECTION 3. The following pay range shall take effect to coincide with the start of the
pay period following City Council adoption of this resolution as follows:
Grade Pay RangM
Associate Civil Engineer- Utilities 01-283 $6,133.07 - $7,597.83/monthly
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1oth day of April, 2018.
SEAN ASHTON, Mayor
RESOLUTION NO.
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MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CIVIC
City Clerk
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing
the City of Downey at a regular meeting held
vote, to wit:
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Council Members:
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Council Member:
ABSENT:
Council Member:
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Council Member:
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MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CIVIC
City Clerk
ATTACHMENT A
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Date Adopted: April 10, 2018
Employment Status: Regular, Full-time
Unit Representation: DCEA Miscellaneous
FLSA Status: Non -Exempt
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Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional field and office civil
engineering work related to the planning, design, maintenance, and operation of Utilities
Division facilities and programs including water, sanitary sewer, and storm water
systems, and associated infrastructure.
The Associate Civil Engineer = Utilities Division represents the second level in the Civil
engineering professional job family. This job requires knowledge and ability to execute
professional engineering design principles and standards, construction cost analyses,
and engineering field measurement and data collection practices. The Associate Civil
Engineer job class differs from the Senior Civil Engineer class as it does not require the
same level of design and project management responsibility.
The following examples are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
performed by persons assigned to this classification.
Serve as Project Engineer on water, sanitary sewer, storm water, and other Utilities
Division related projects.
Solicit, review, evaluate, and track Utilities Division proposals, contracts, and
agreements for compliance with City requirements and timely completion of projects
Assist with the planning, design, operation and maintenance of the City's Utilities
Division infrastructure and programs.
Review water, sewer, and storm drain improvement plans for City projects and
proposed residential, commercial, and industrial developments for compliance with City
standards, codes, and other applicable regulations.
Prepare plans, diagrams, and sketches using computer aided drafting (CAD) and civil
engineering drafting techniques.
Write specifications, requests for proposals, and requests for qualifications for Utilities
Division projects.
ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER- UTILITIES DIVISION
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Schedule and complete tasks in support of Utilities Division projects and verify tasks are
being completed on schedule.
Coordinate with, and provide engineering and technical guidance to inspectors,
consultants, contractors, vendors, other City departments, and agencies in support of
Utilities Division projects and programs to ensure compliance with City requirements.
Identify, research, gather, and analyze project design and program requirements
including hydraulics, hydrology, existing utility and substructure plans, field data,
materials, permitting, and other documents.
Prepare meeting agendas, attend and conduct meetings, and prepare meeting minutes.
Prepare correspondence, graphs, and reports in support of Utilities Division projects
and programs.
Coordinate video inspection and flowmonitoring of sanitary sewer and storm water lines
and compile and analyze data for design, operation, and maintenance purposes.
Conduct water, sanitary sewer, and storm water capacity assessments to identify
potential hydraulic problems and other impacts resulting from proposed developments
Coordinate pressure monitoring of water lines and compile and analyze data for design,
operation, and maintenance purposes.
Perform civil engineering calculations and design work for new facilities and necessary
improvements/modifications to existing utility systems.
Coordinate with and assist contractors, consultants, developers, and property owners in
interpreting and complying with construction, design, andotherCity requirements
associated with City utilities.
Inspect Utilities Division improvement projects for compliance with City and other
applicable standards including, preparation of inspection reports, non-compliance
letters, project punch lists, and incorporation of design revisions based on field
conditions.
Assist in compliance activities relating to NPDES and MS4 permit programs for the
City's storm water management program.
Monitor project expenses and ensure compliance with approved project budget.
Draft City Council agenda memorandums, ordinances, and resolutions.
Maintain efficient and effective working relationships with professional staff, field
personnel, consultants, and contractors.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.:,
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
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 way to obtain the skills, knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Four (4) years of professional civil engineering experience related to
potable water, recycled water, sanitary sewer, and storm water including two years in a
public agency in a supervisory capacity.
Education: A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited
four-year college or university. Possession of Engineer In Training (EIT) Certificate or
Professional Engineering (PE) license from the State of California is preferred. State of
California Water Distribution and/or Water Treatment Operator Certification is desirable.
Knowledge of: Civil engineering principles, design standards, surveying, construction
principles and practices, and regulations related to water, sewer, and storm water
utilities; Computer-aided drafting (CAD); Geographic Information System (GIS),
Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and graphing, Microsoft Word; supervisory techniques
recordkeeping; legal descriptions; and principles of public relations.
Ability to: Analyze and solve difficult engineering problems by arriving at valid
conclusions; communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing; effectively
present issues and recommendations before the public; supervise and maintain
effective working relationships.
License Requirement: Due to the performance of field duties, the ability to operate`a
City vehicle may be required; therefore a valid California Class C Driver's License and
acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment in the
position is required.
California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System: An incumbent
appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice
Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving
record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of Downey. An
employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City
Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is primarily performed in an office environment that requires extended sitting,
mobility in the field at construction sites with potential exposure to dangerous machinery
and potential physical harm, ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and perform other
similar actions during the course of the workday.