2003/05/27 City Council Resolution (14)RESOLUTION NO. 2003 - 130
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING POSITION CLASSIFICATIONS AND SALARY RANGE FOR THE
POSITIONS OF CIVIL ENGINEER AND SENIOR PLANNER
WHEREAS, the City Manager has accomplished a review of the current
Engineering Department and Planning & Community Development Department; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager as the Personnel Officer for the City recommends
consolidating functions in each department and creating two new positions, i.e. Civil
Engineer and Senior Planner; and
WHEREAS, said new positions will be represented by the Rohnert Park
Employees' Association (RPEA); and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Rohnert Park City Council that
said class specifications and salary listed below are approved.
Class Title Range Monthly Salary
Civil Engineer 92 X $5,726 - $6,960
Senior Planner 92 X $5,726 - $6,960
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED this 27th day of May, 2003.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
MACKENZIE: AYE NORDIN: AYE SPRADLIN: AYE VIDAK- MARTINEZ: ABSENT FLORES: AYE
AYES. (4) NOES: (0) ABSENT: (1) ABSTAIN: (0)
City of Rohnert Park
CIVIL ENGINEER
DEFINITION
Performs a wide variety of professional civil engineering work in planning, design, plan
and construction review, contract initiation and management and other similar functions
related to public and private development projects and subdivisions. These include
engineering responsibility for the City's parks, traffic, transit, transportation, streets, water
and sewer functions, subdivisions, civil works construction, building construction, and
landscaping; performs other work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Civil Engineer has responsibility for professional engineering functions involved in
the City's public works, parks, and building operations, including functioning as the City's
Traffic Engineer and Superintendent of Streets. This is a professional level engineering
class where the incumbent performs assignments requiring independent judgment and
some discretion. The incumbent must possess negotiating skills necessary to deal with
public and private development proponents, citizens, and the affected local and State
agencies in order to complete projects.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
Policy direction is provided by the City Council and administrative direction is provided by
the City Manager. The position does not supervise other engineering staff; however, is
responsible for project management and administrative oversight to contractors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Plans, organizes, supervises, coordinates and performs professional engineering work in
the design and construction of streets, sidewalks, sewer amd water lines, flood control
projects, ground water and aqueduct systems, traffic signals and circulation, and related
public works projects; handles all general and specialized engineering services, including
contracts with State and Federal transportation agencies; prepares annual operating
budget requests and controls expenditures; provides professional civil engineering
consultation to the City Council and City Manager regarding public works, building and
engineering activities; prepares agenda items and resolutions; participates in the review,
development and implementation of private and public development projects, including
financing; prepares and reviews engineering plans and specifications; negotiates project
approval by City, County, State, and other agencies; prepares design and construction
project bid proposals; elicits bids; reviews and oversees projects through final acceptance
by agency; confers with and advises on problems related to the design and construction of
projects, the interpretation and enforcement of construction specifications, and the design
and operations of City's infrastructure systems; develops comprehensive recommendations
for management use; reviews and recommends modifications to traffic control programs at
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City intersections; responds to difficult citizen inquiries and complaints; participates in the
preparation and administration of the department's Capital Improvement Program Budget;
coordinates engineering activities with other City departments and with outside agencies;
researches files, publications, and sources both inside and outside the department as
necessary; prepares engineering studies and reports; serves as the City Traffic Engineer;
represents the City and serves as liaison to committees, boards, commissions and other
governmental agencies; supervises, reviews, and maintains maps, site plans and other
records related to buildings, development, and city infrastructure.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience/Education
Sufficient experience and education in civil engineering activities to perform the City's
engineering functions in an effective and cost efficient manner. A typical way of obtaining
the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in Civil
Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and five
years experience related to professional civil engineering involving the design and
construction of public works projects. Experience dealing with transportation issues and
possession of current structural engineering experience is highly desirable.
Knowledge / Skill/Ability
Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of civil engineering as
applied to the planning, analysis, design and construction of municipal public works
projects; applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, standards, and codes related to the
design and construction of structures and developments; methods, materials, and
techniques used in the construction of public works, utilities, and building construction
projects; design and legal requirements of water and wastewater systems; transportation
issues; principles of project management and public financing, contracting, and budgeting;
local, State, and Federal laws and regulations impacting public transportation issues;
engineering cost estimating; principles and practices of contract negotiations and
administration; engineering mathematics; computer applications related to civil
engineering. Skill in negotiating with developers, contractors, and State and Federal
agencies; preparing and administering construction and development agreements;
analyzing engineering problems. Ability to make complex engineering computations,
including estimating time and materials' costs; interpret and explain complex engineering
criteria to lay persons; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
perform complex professional engineering work with a minimum of supervision;
effectively resolve citizen complaints and problems on the job site; prepare annual budget
requests and control expenditures; adminster 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 and engineering issues; prepare
comprehensive and concise technical reports; prepare grant applicationsand administer
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grant programs; make effective public presentations; communicate professionally and
effectively with members of the public, the development community, and staff of other
public agencies.
Working Conditions
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning,
kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The
position also 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. Clearing 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.
LICENSEXERTIFICATE
Possession of a Class C California Driver's License by date of appointment. Possession of
a valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board
of Registration for Professional Engineers. Possesssion of a valid Certificate of
Registration as a Professional Land Surveyor issued by the State of California.
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City of Rohnert Park
SENIOR PLANNER
DEFINITION
Coordinates, organizes, manages, and performs work in current or advanced planning; provides
staff support to the City's Planning Commission and the City Council. Supervises and reviews the
work of technical staff in the functional areas of planning, building and engineering; performs
related duites as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Senior Planner has responsibility for the coordination, management, and implementation of
policies and programs for the City's planning, community and economic development- related
activities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
Policy and administrative direction is provided by the City Manager. Supervises other technical
and clerical staff in planning, building and engineering.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Coordinates, organizes, manages and performs work in planning, zoning, community and
economic development activities, programs and 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; develops and implements community and economic development plans, activities
and programs; develops, implements and maintains public and community relations' activities
related to planning, community, and economic issues; reviews and makes recommendations on
zoning and permit applications, site plans, and architectural designs; ensures that development
proposals conform to the City General Plan and other applicable plans and regulations; prepares
and gathers information regarding statistical analysis, proposals, reports and special projects for
the City Manager, Planning Commission and City Council; assists property owners, developers,
builders, attorneys, and special - interest groups with processing applications and meeting planning
requirements, responding through written correspondence and with phone calls; works with the
County of Sonoma, other cities, and local, State and Federal agencies such as the Association of
Bay Area Governments (ABAG) on joint programs and regional and subregional issues.
OTHER DUTIES
Performs code enforcement and ensures the proper filing of planning records and reports.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Experience /Education
Sufficient experience and education in planning that provides the required knowledge and abilities
would be qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess a
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution with a major in urban or regional
planning or other closely- related field and five years of progressively responsible expereince in the
field of government planning. A Master's Degree is desirable.
Knowledge /Ability
Comprehensive knowledge of modern principles, practices, techniques and laws related to urban
planning, economic, housing and community development; methods and techniques of effective
technical report preparation and presentation; research methods and sources of information
related to urban growth and development; recent developments, current literature and sources of
information related to municipal planning and community development administration. General
knowledge of architecture and landscaping; building codes; budgeting procedures; principles and
techniques of providing effective customer service. A working knowledge of California planning,
zoning and development laws, the California Environmental Quality Act and the State Subdivision
Map Act. Ability to ensure program compliance with Federal, State, and local rules, laws, and
regulations; interpret and apply pertinent laws, rules, and regulations; research, prepare, and
analyze technical and administrative reports, statements and correspondence; establish and
maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; speak
before the public; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Working Conditions
Position requires prolonged sitting and standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling,
bending, and squatting in the performance of daily activities. The position requires grasping,
repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in reading maps, writing reports, and using a
computer key board. Additionally, the position requires near, far, and color vision in reading
maps, reports, using a computer, looking at property; and hearing and speaking is required in
communicating with individuals and groups. The need to lift, carry, and push plans, file boxes
weighing up to 25 pounds is required. The nature of the work requires the incumbent to visit
properties and make site reviews in all weather conditions including wet, hot, and cold and
exposes the incumbent to fumes, dust, contaminants, and above - average noise. The incumbent
also must be available to be called for local emergencies, attend meetings in various other towns
and cities, work irregular or extended hours to attend various committee meetings and work with
constant interruptions, and at times, with clients who may be upset when discussing and enforcing
codes.
LICENSE /CERTIFICATE
Possession of a Class C California driver's license by date of appointment.
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