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2009/12/08 City Council Resolution 2009-130RESOLUTION NO. 2009-130 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING A JOB DESCRIPTION AND SALARY RANGE FOR DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES WHEREAS, due to the recent merger of the Engineering and Community Development Departments into the Development Services Department, staff has determined a need for a director in Development Services; WHEREAS, staff has developed a Director of Development Services job description; WHEREAS, the City Manager (Personnel Officer) recommends the position be designated as an exempt, miscellaneous, unrepresented employee in the Management Unit, report to the City Manager or his designee, and be placed at the following salary range and rate: Position Range Monthly Salary Director of Development Services 100M $9,350 — 11,364 WHEREAS,'the. City Manager recommends the current Director of Engineering Services be reclassified to Director of Development Services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park approves the job description and salary range for Director of Development Services. D�TPjLY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park this day o , 2009. CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ATTEST: ig Clerk N BELFORTE: AYE CALLINAN: AYE MACI'RZfI AYE STAFFORD: AYE BREEZE: AYE AYES: (5) NOES: (0) ABSENT: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) City of Rohnert Park DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEFINITION Plans, directs, coordinates, establishes, participates in, organizes and oversees all activities of the Development Services Department, including planning,. engineering, building and safety, and code compliance. Directs, administers, and oversees capital projects, development processing, environmental planning activities; real property transactions, public works inspection, encroachment permits, development fee programs, infrastructure asset management, water conservation, traffic calming, transportation improvements; serves as City's representative on regional committees; serves as liaison with state and federal agencies; represents the City in negotiations with developers, engineers, property owners, contractors, and other agencies for environmental - related issues, rights -of -way and open space easements, and financial participation; provides support to City Manager and City Council in all assigned areas; coordinates activities with other departments and outside agencies; performs other work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Director of Development Services oversees, directs, and participates in all activiites of the Development Services Department, including short and long -term planning, development and administration of departmental policies, procedures, and services. This class provides assistance to the City Manager in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. The Director of Development Services is expected to be knowledgeable regarding laws, codes, and standards regulating municipal engineering, planning, building and safety, and code compliance, and within these guidelines, has discretion to plan, organize and direct the department's related activities. The Director of Development Services has responsibility for the management of major development projects; regional representation on water, sewer, and transportation committees; management, supervision, and engineering functions involved in the planning, construction and maintenance of the City's water system, sewer system, storm drain system, parks, streets, and building operations. Per the City's Municipal Code, the Director of Development Services or designee exercises the authority as City Engineer, Planning Director, Director of Community Development, Building Official, City Traffic Engineer, and Superintendent of Streets. SUPERVISION RECEIVED /EXERCISED Policy direction is provided by the City Council and administrative direction is provided by the City Manager. The Director of Development Services provides direct and indirect supervision of technical and professional staff and provides administrative oversight of engineering, building, planning, and consultants within the Department of Development Services. City of Rohnert Park Director of Development Services Page 2 of 5 ESSENTIAL DUTIES (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary) • Plans, organizes, supervises, coordinates, and manages all Development Services Department programs, facilities, services, and activiites, including planning, engineering, and building and safety functions • Manages, supervises, coordinates, researches and analyzes planning, zoning, and building • Plans, organizes, supervises, coordinates and may be required to perform professional engineering work in the design and construction of streets, sidewalks, sewer and water lines, flood control projects, groundwater and aqueduct systems, traffic signals and circulation, and related public works projects • Develops, reviews, updates, and implements the General Plan, specific plans, the zoning ordinance, other planning documents, and other City Council policies; interprets planning and planning- related ordinances and laws and advises citizens • Implements development - related impact fees, financing programs, and capacity charges • Develops and implements the planning, zoning, housing, code enforcement, development and environmental review program goals, objectives, policies, and priorities • Selects, supervises, trains, and evaluates the performance of assigned staff • Represents City in legal proceedings, settlement negotiations, arbitrations, mediations and depositions • Reviews legal briefs, pleadings, and motions for factual accuracy and attests to such • Handles all general and specialized engineering, planning, and building services, including contracts with state and federal transportation agencies • Reviews and comments on specific plans, environmental impact reports, water supply assessments, development proposals, development agreements, and preliminary plans • Prepares annual operating budget requests and controls expenditures City of Rohnert Park Director of Development Services Page 3 of 5 • Provides professional civil engineering consultation to the City Council and City Manager regarding public works, building, planning, and engineering activities • Prepares agenda items and resolutions • Represents the City and serves as liaison to committees, boards, commissions and other governmental agencies • Researches, analyzes, recommends policy approaches and communicates with legislative staff regarding legislation • Formulates, implements, and evaluates department operating policies and procedures • Supervises, reviews, and maintains maps, site plans and other records related to buildings, development, and city infrastructure • Oversees, prepares, and reviews plans, specifications and bid proposals for assigned projects • Supervises the proper inspection of public works construction and community development projects • Oversees the preparation of and prepares a variety of reports and studies • Meets with individuals and community organizations concerning the development services' functions • Responds to inquiries and complaints regarding departmental functions • May serve as the City Traffic Engineer, Superintendent of Streets, City Engineer, Planning Director, Director of Community Development, and /or Building Official. • Serves as a disaster service worker during emergencies and is part of the management team for the Emergency Operations Center. QUALIFICATIONS Education /Training /Experience: Sufficient education, training and experience in civil engineering activities to direct, manage, and perform required duties in an efficient and cost - effective manner. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is: 1) Possession of the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Urban or Regional Planning, or a closely - related field from an accredited college or university, and City of Rohnert Park Director of Development Services Page 4 of 5 2) Five years' experience related to professional civil engineering and /or governmental planning, including at least two years in a management or supervisory capacity A Master's Degree in civil engineering, public administration, business administration, planning or public administration is highly desirable, but not required. Experience dealing with transportation issues and /or community and economic development issues is highly desirable. License /Certification Requirements: • Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may be required Possession of a Class C California Driver's License by date of appointment Knowledge of: • Comprehensive knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including goal- setting, program development, implementation and evaluation, and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision • Civil engineering design and construction principles and practices as applied to public works projects and building construction • Methods of preparing designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and acquiring funding for the development of public works facilities and building construction • Design and legal requirements of water and wastewater systems Transportation issues • Principles of personnel selection, supervision, training, and management • Principles of public financing, contracting, and budgeting o Local, state, and federal laws and regulations impacting public infrastructure and transportation issues • Theories, principles, and contents of General Plan, land use, zoning subdivision, and urban planning regulations, natural resource protection, and envirommnental laws • Principles and techniques of conducting site planning, architectual review, subdivision design, land use, and other analytical studies • Techniques for effectively representing the City in contracts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations Skill to: • Use industry- standard software applications • Prepare comprehensive and concise technical reports • Prepare grant applications and administer grant programs City of Rohnert Park Director of Development Services Page 5 of 5 Ability to: • Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, perform and evaluate the engineering, planning, and building functions of the City • Provide supervision and training to assigned staff • Formulate, evaluate, and make recommendations on policies and procedures affecting the services and functions of the department • Perform comprehensive professional engineering review in the development of designs, plans, drawings, and specifications for public works, building construction, and alteration projects • Prepare annual budget requests and control expenditures • Administer and track contracts and projects • Provide clear, concise, and professionally sound consultation to the City Council, City Manager, and other interested parties on public works, building, engineering, and planning issues • Conduct effective neogtiations • Evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations • I Make effective public presentations • Communicate professionally and effectively orally and in writing with others • Effectively represent the City and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professinal, regulatory, and legislative organizations • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships • Learn and utilize new technology Working Conditions: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. It requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing and reviewing construction plans, statistical reports and data, and using a computer key board. Additionally, the position requires near, far, and color vision in reading reports, reviewing plans and blueprints, and using the computer. Hearing and speaking is required in communicating with individuals and groups. When visiting constructions sites, the incumbent may be required to walk on uneven and slippery surfaces, be exposed to all weather conditions, dust and pollen, noise, and mechanical hazards such as construction equipment. The incumbent typically works in an office environment, subject to interruptions and work deadlines. FLSA: Exempt Employee Unit: Management Unit Approved By: City Council Date Approved: December 8, 2009