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R97-012RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING MODIFICATIONS TO THE CITY ENGINEER JOB DESCRIPTION; APPROVING FUNDING FOR THE POSITION OF CITY ENGINEER; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, due to the changing circumstances of City operations, the City Commission deems it to be in the best interests of the citizens and residents of the city to separate the positions of Director of Development and City Engineer; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CiTY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, THAT: Section 1. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida does hereby approve the following job description and authorizes the same to be added to the pay plan for fiscal year 1996/97: City Engineer, which description is attached hereto as composite Exhibit "A". Section 2. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon passage. PASSED AND ADOPTED this ~/ day of January, 1997. ATTEST: 'Cit~Clerk CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA Mayor ~mmissioner Commissioner CoF~issioner / / CITY ENGINEER Nature of Work: This is professional engineering and administrative work performed in the field and office. An employee in this class is responsible for the application of professional engineering skills and knowledge to municipal projects; supervises and participates in varied engineering, location and topographic surveys. Work involves responsibility for formulating and carrying out all technical details and phases of municipal engineering projects. Exercises supervision over the employees assigned to the engineering division engaged in technical and clerical duties. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the Director of Development with wide latitude for independent decision and judgment as to the technical aspects of Engineering. Tasks Statement (s): Note: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the department function. Serves in an advisory capacity on various planning projects, including new city buildings, extension and remodeling of city buildings, parks, playgrounds, streets, cemeteries, etc. Assists in the planning of any and all expansions of the city's boundaries. Prepares drawings and specifications for various public service projects. Supervises all department budgeting requirements and administers department personnel matters. Supervises staff in the development design and construction of municipal projects. Assists and supervises in the preparation of drawings for construction, maintenance or other municipal improvements. Prepares technical specification for bid on various municipal projects such as street improvements, etc. Prepares and makes cost estimates of engineering projects. Prepares cost estimates of amounts due contractors on a percentage of work done basis. Develops long range planning, goal setting, and work programs. Maintains accurate records of all operations and transactions as required. Coordinates the activities of consulting engineers, other municipal departments and governmental agencies regarding city engineering projects. Performs the following executive type duties: Interviews, selects and trains employees; directs work assignments; maintains productions records for use in supervision of control; appraises productivity or efficiency for the purpose of recommending promotions or other changes in status; handles complaints and grievances, plans work and provides for safety of employees. Knowledqe, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications. Thorough knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods and techniques of engineering drafting. Knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works and utility projects. Ability to plan, draw specifications, and supervise construction of new or remodeling existing building and facilities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with City officials, employees, contractors, and the general public. Ability to express ideas cleady and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to prepare technical reports and keep accurate records. Education and Job Related Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree or major course work in civil engineering, and a minimum of five (5) years related experience in local, county or state government, municipal engineering, road construction, drainage design, traffic control; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Possession of a valid Florida Ddver's License within thirty (30) days of appointment. Special Requirements: Must be a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida in conformance with Florida State Statute 471 .003. Physical Demands: Degree of physical demands (strength) usually associated with this classification: Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work. Types of Physical Demands usually associated with this classification: Talking, Hearing, Seeing: (Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word). (Hearing - Perceiving nature of sounds by ear). (Seeing - The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye). Reaching, Handling, Fingering, Feeling: (Reaching - Extending the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction). ( Handling - Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands (fingering not involved). (Fingering picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily (rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling). (Feeling - Perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of receptors in skin, particularly those of finger tips). Environ mental Conditions: Physical Surroundings usually associated with classification: The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids which may be representative, but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this type of work: Telephone, adding machine, computer, blueprints, guide books, measuring instruments, public records, federal and state statute books, reference books, etc. DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT Nature of Work: This is highly responsible professional, technical, administrative and supervisory the Department of Development. These divisions are comprised of the following functions: Building, Engineering, Planning and Zoning, Economic Development and Community Development. An: employee in the and varied skil coml projects as related employee~ assigned to the incu use: ated authority. }nsible for the and these functions, and for 3evelopment. The ;rvision of the judgment and on a continual basis through correspondence, reports, and: frequent personal contact. intended only as illustrations of the various types of ~ of duties does is Similar, related or a logical assignment to the department function. Determines the requirements for codes and ordinances in the Development 'esponsibility where such do not exist or are inadequate requirements. Confers with architects, engineers, deVelopers, owners and contractors conCeming interpretation/application of the City's engineering/building related codes during both the planning and construction Phases' of developments. Reads, understands, interprets and applies the provisions of the various codes and ordinances pertaining' to building, zoning, occupational licensing, engineering, etc. Organizes, supervises and coordinates the work of technical, administrative and clerical personnel performing varied code preparation, interpretation, and enforcement tasks. Serves in an advisory capacity on vadous planning projects, including new city buildings, remodeling of city buildings, parks, playgrounds, streets, cemeteries, etc., and assists in planning of any and all expansion. RESOLUTION NO. R96-~--- ^ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING MODIFICATIONS TO THE DIRECTOR OF ENGINEER JOB 'Commi~ to the City of the city OF THE Section 1 hereby the of Section 3. PASSED Flodda does } be added to lineer, which Th ,CitY, ¢omrmssion= hereby approves~ ~ the funding for the position This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon passagg, {IDA MayOr Vice Mayor Commissioner Commissioner ATTEST: City Clerk Commissioner ¢:13e~c. Job Dir, DevK=ity 111~'~' Keeps abreast of current standards,, regulations, investigations, etc. to remain current in specific field. Delegates authority and responsibility to subordinates with appropriate guidelines and follow up; ensures subordinates follow established procedures. Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with supervisors, subordinates, employees and other agencies and departments. Maintains a positive, professional impression when dealing with the general public. Determines long and short-range gOals .for department; pdodtizes goals; establiShes budgetand resourCe allOcations for goal accomplishment. Assures equal opportunity in the workplace and works toward accomPlishment of cultural and workforce diversity. Establishes appropdate~deadlines for work activities; meets deadlines to coincide with organizational needs and goals. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing; prepares concise records and reports. Complies with ali established policies and procedures of the City including all safety policies and procedures. Knowledqe. Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of-standard principle and' 'practices of the industry applicable to municipal situations. building/engineering Knowledge of the Standard Building, Plumbing, Gas and Mechanical Codes, the National Electrical Code, or similar basic model codes relating to construCtion. Knowledge of codes and ordinances which govern zoning, housing, occupational licensing and related activities. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration as related-to economic development and community improvement programs. Knowledge of the principles and practices of comprehensive planning and growth management. Knowledge of the principles, techniques and objectives of community redevelopment and rehabilitation. Knowledge of the principles and practices of architecture and traffic engineering as applied to urban planning. Ability to read, 'understand, interpret, and apply the provisions of the vadous codes and: ordinances. lans, drawings, blueprintS, specifications and , admini,, studies and to analyze and coordinate the work of technical, administrative Ability to work effectively and react with sound pressure conditions, such as heavy workloads Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently and plan, assign and coordinate the work of others. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with City departments/agencies and maintain a positive and professiOnal impressiOn when dealing with the general public. Education and Job Related Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, or Building Construction~. Masters Degree in Planning, Building Construction or Public AdministratiOn preferred. At least five (5) years experience in municipal, county or state govemment. Possession of a valid Florida DriVer's License within thirty (30) days of appointment. Special Requirements: The following certifications may be required as necessitated by position parameters. Requirement to be met within time period established by the City. Registration as a ProfessiOnal Engineer in the State of Florida and in conformance with FlOrida State Statute 471.003. Certification as a Building Official/Department Director pursuant to the current program of certification of the Building Officials ASsociation of Florida. Physical Demands: Degree of physical demands (strength) usually asSociated with this classification: Light Exerting up to 20 pounds of fome occasionally and/or up to 10 ntly and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that fOr Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light 'Work. Types of Physical Demands usually associated With this classification: Talking, Hearing, Seeing: (Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word). (Headng - Perceiving nature of sounds by ear). (Seeing - The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye), Reaching, Handling, Fingering, Feeling: (Reaching- Extending the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction). ( Handling - Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, br i hand: or hands (fingering not involved). (Fingering - or otherwise Working With fingers pfimadly (rather than with whole hal ~ as in handling). (Feeling- PerceiVing :attributes: of objects such as pe, temperatu~, or texture bY means Of receptors in skin, particularly .those of finger tips). EnVironmental Conditions: Physical Surroundings usually associated with classification: The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aid-~ which may be representative, but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this type of work: Telephone, adding machine, computer, blueprints, guide books, meaSuring instruments, publiC records, federal and state statute books, reference books, etc. 4 Nature of Work: CITY ENGINEER This is professional engineering .and administrative work performed in the field of 1 wide latitude' for independent d technical aSpects of Engineering. the cai r of the Note: not Sel of the work is similar,, related or a logical new city rounds, of the Prepares drawings and specifications for various public service projects. Supervises all department budgeting requirements and' administers :department personnel matters. Supervises staff in the development design and construction of' municipal projects. AsSists and supervises in the preparation of drawings for COnstruction, maintenance or Other mUnicipal improvements. Prepares technical specification for bid on various municipal projects such as street improvements, etc. Prepares and makes cost estimates of engineering projects. Prepares cost estimates of amounts due contractors on a percentage of work done basis. Develops long range planning, goal setting~ and work programs. Maintains accurate records of all operations and transactions as required. Coordinates the activities of consulting engineers, other municipal departments and governmental agencies regarding city engineering projects. Performs the following executive type duties: Interviews, selects and trains employees; directs work assignments; maintains productions records for use in supervision of control; appraises productivity or efficiency for the purpose of recommending Promotions or other changes in status; handles complaints and grievances, plans work and provides for safety of emPloyees. Knowledqe, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications. Thorough knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods and techniques of engineering drafting. Knowledge of modem methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works and utility projects. Ability to and supervise construction of new or remode g and facilities. ~tain effective working relati_onship with City officials, and the general public. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to prepare technical reports and keep accurate records. Education and Job Related Experience- Graduation. from an accredited college or university with a degree or major course work in civil engineering, and a minimum 'of five (5) years related experience in local, COunty or state govemment, municipal engineering, road construction, drainage design, traffic control; or any equivalent combination of training and experience, Possession of a valid Florida Driver's Ucense within thirty (30) days of appointment. SpeCial Requirements: Must_bea r.Registered Professional Engineer conformance with Florida State Statute 471 .003.. in the State: of Flodda in Degree of physical demands (strength) usually associated with this classification: move objects. Sedentar~ deg of force occasionally and/or up to 10 ible amoUnt of.{orce constantly to of those for significant of force ; time, the job Types of Physical Demands usually associated with this classification: Talking, Hearing, by means of - The al otherwise sUch as size, -Extend (s) and tuming, or gedng - than with of objects skin, Environmental Conditions: Physical Surroundings usually associated with classification: The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids which may be .representative, but not all inclusive of thoSe commonly associated with this type of work: Telephone, adding machine, computer, blueprintS,' guide books, measuring instrumentS, public records, federal and state statute books, reference books, etc.