73-AAA SOLUTION 73- M A A
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH,
FLORIDA, AMENDING THE RULES AND REGULATIONS
OF CIVIL SERVICE BY PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL
CLASSIFICATIONS OF POSITIONS AND THE DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF SUCH POSITIONS.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Charter of the City of Boynton
Beach, Florida, the Municipal Personnel Officer has heretofore
recommended certain amendments to the current Rules and Regula-
tions of Civil Service of the said City to provide additional
classifications of positions, together with the duties and
responsibilities of such positions, copies of which proposed
amendments are attached hereto; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager has reviewed said proposed
amendments and has approved them without modification; and
W~HEREAS, after thorough review of such proposed amend-
ments, the City Council deems that the enactment and adoption
of same is in the best interests of efficient administration
of the municipal personnel system;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA:
Section 1: The proposed amendments to the currently
existing Rules and Regulations of Civil Service of the City of
Boynton Beach, Florida, providing for additional classifications
of positions, together with the duties and responsibilities of
such positions, as attached hereto and hereby made a part hereof,
be and the same are hereby approved, ratified and adopted.
Section 2: In all other respects subject Rules and Regula-
tions of Civil Service are hereby ratified and confirmed as
heretofore adopted and amended.
PASSED AND ADOPTED T~IS
day of September, A.D., 1973.
CITY OF BOYNTON BEAC~I, FLORIDA
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
Councilman
Co un ci~>~n
Councilman
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NATURE OF WORE
DEPUTY CITY TREASURER
This is responsible clerical and administrative work dealing
with the financial accounting of the eity~
This work usually follows established departmental procedures.
Work is performed under
the employee judgmentin mostrou~in~
matters. In the absence of the Treasurer, the Deputy acts'in his place
assisting the Finance Director.
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS
Handles all accounts receivable and payable.
Handles all city bills and sees that they are correcttyprocessed
before writing a check.
Maintains a ledger~ card-showing all payments posted-Oh"accounts
of departmental budgets.
Prepares monthly budget reports'°
Performs. related work as required.
WOrking knowledge of the methods and~principles Of~.aCcounting.
Working knowledge of office methods and procedures and the use
of standard office machines used in a finance department~ .-
Ability tomaint~in, financiai records of a comp!~natu~e~and-
ability to prepare and maintain financial records and reports~
'Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with the general public and fellow employeeS,
DESIRABLE TRAINING
AND EXPERIENCE
Gruaduation from a standard~ High School plus considerable knowledge
of accounting and accounting principles~
POLICE CORPORAL
NATURE OF WORK
An employee in this class assists the sergeant on duty. in
supervising a shift or such personnel as assigned by the Chief
of Police. Work involves assisting personnel both at headquarters
and in the field; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; protection
of life and property~~ Preventionofcrime. SpeCific assignments and
orders received from superior officers are carried out in accordance
with departmental rules and procedures, Work is reviewed by supervisors
through examination of reports~and personal inspection.
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS
Instructs new patrolmen in various phases of police and departmental
procedures.
Maintains discipline on shift, gives advice when needed on preparing
reports and records of activities.
Helps supervise jail operation. If assigned to station must make
periodic ~check of jail section.
Assists duty sergeant where needed and can act .in n_s place !~
needed?
Performs limited supervisory, general Patrol and related duties
as 'required..
KNOWLEDGES,. AB ~.I~.IT.I~S aND. SKILLS
Gruaduate of a standard high school
Must have been on the local department for a minimum-of 18
consecutive months. Must have a thorough knowledge ofthe geography
of the city and locations of all important buildings. -. - .
Ability to react quickly, calmly and efficiently in emergenices.
Ability to maintain discipline and command respect.
LAB TECHNICIAN
NATURE OF WORK
This is skilled technical work performed in the lab of
the sewage treatment plant. The employee is responsible for
the analysis and testing program at the plant° The employee
is also required to prepare all necessary entries-in the-daily
log as well as help the sewer plant supervisor in preparing
any and all state, county or other statistical forms. Work is
performed under the general supervision of the supervisor who
reviews work through discussion. The e~ployee is requLred to
exercise independent judgement and initiative in the proper
operation of the laboratory°
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS
Performs and supervises Chemical~.tests on sewage samples'i
such as bio-chemical, oxygen demands, settleable, suspended and
total solids andph and chlorine residual.
Must be familiar with actiVated sludge treatment methods
and-procedures.
Reviews p!am.t logrecords~ guages, meters and other plant
testing and measuring devices to see that equipment is functioning
properly.
Keeps records and prepares daily and monthly reports on
laboratory-analysis.
Orders supplies needed in the lab.
Performs related work as-required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND~ABILI. TIES
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment
and materials and operating procedures of a sewage treatment plant
lab.
Considerable kn.owledge of modern-lab ~techniques and' procedures
as related-to sewage treatment.
Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards connected
with water treatment plant operation and of necessary safety pre--
cautions.
Ability to perform a variety of chemical tests on'sewage
samples and to evaluate results.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Ability to maintain effective working relationshipswith
the general public and fellow employees.
LAB TECHNICt~AN., coptinued
DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience in sewage treatment plant operation and maintenance
work.
Graduation from a standard high school or trade school
including or supplemented by courses in chemistry or related'
subjects or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Possession of a valid current "C" sewag9 plant operator's
certificate issued by the State of Florida.
UTILITY MECHANIC
NATURE OF WORK
This is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of. motors,
pumps, control panels and switches at such installations as the
pumping station and the Water and sewer plants. An employee in this
classification mayexercise limited supervision over One or more semi-
skilled laborers. Employee uses journeyman~levet~ skills'; however,
assignments are so varied that he must be ~able to perform with reason~
able ability work of a .mechanical nature. Assignments arc.received
in both oral and written form. Work is performed under the general
supervision of the supervisor of either the water or sewer plant
but considerable independent judgment is ~xercised.
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS
Performs general maintenance, repair and.construction tasks
at journeyman level.
Selects proper' tools and equipment for specific-jobs.
Uses electrical equipment, performs general electrical maintenance
and repair worK.
Assumes responsibility for care and condition of equipmant used~
Performs related work as re~aired~
Considerable knowledge of municipal equipment and of modern
methods usedin their maintenance and repair..
Ability to understand' and follow complex oral and written
directions.
Abilily to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with other employees and the general public.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Graduation from a standard high school or any equivalent
combination of experience and training,
STOREKEEPER
NATURE OF WORK
This is responsible, technical and manual work in the
upkeep of parts and parts supply of water meters, pipe, pipe
fittings and related supplies used in the water distribution
and sewage collection .divisions. Work of an employeein this
classification is performed under the supervision of the Utility
System Supervisor, however, independent judgement is required in
the upkeep of supplies. Work is reviewed by his supervisor.
ILLUSTRATIVE WORK
Maintains an up-to-date supply of meters and meter parts,
pipe and pipe fittings.
Set up and maintain a running inventory of all supplies and
record any transaction relating to restocking and distribution.
Must be able to deal tactfully and inteltigenttywith the
purchasing department and supply houses.
Must be able to read and understandshipping and packing
nomenclature.
biust be mechanically inclined.
.REQUIREMENTS .OF WORK
Graduation froma standard high school or any combination
of raining and~experience which produc~s the following knowtedges,
abilities and skills:
Ability to maintain an efficient and workable inventory of
parts and part supplies.
Ability to maintain and establish effective working relationship
with other employees and. the general public.
SUPERINTENDENT OF GENERAL SERVICES
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WOP~:
This is responsible administrative and technical work in
supervising and directing the operations of the General Services
Department. Work involves responsibility for the organization,
direction and coordination of activitiesfor the follOWing divisions:
Streets, Samitation, Parks, Garage and Shop and inciude~ the following
activities: ~street maintenance and repairs, carel maintenance .and
renovation of beach, picnic, parkingand casino
garbage and trash collection, maintenance and painting of city vehicles
and equipment.
Work is performed under the general adminstrative direction of the
City Manager, however, considerable independent judgment and discretion
are required in carrying out the daily operations.Of the Department and
all of its Divisions.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAM~ ~LES OF_ WORK:
Plans and directs the activities of subordinates..
Supervises the. overall organization, direCtion and co-ordination
of-the ~varied field operations of the Department~ Checks and signs all payrolls'.
Prepares. the a-~nua!----7~~ ~nd makes recommendations 'to-the
City Manager.
Inspects all work being performed by all DivisionS. of DePa=t~.ent.
Coordinates activities of the department with municipal-programs'
and ' projects.'
~ecks and adjusts complaints made about any Division of General
Services.
Submits monthly report to City Council.
Perfoz~ns related work as required,
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
Considerable practical experience in cons~uction methods-,
particularly in grading, drainage, paving and concrete work.
Experience in supervising, planning and directing projects
related to municipal work.
Considerable on the job experience in engineering work.
Extensive knowledge of and. ability to apply principles and
practices of organization, management and personnel control in the
operation of a major municipal department
Extensive-knowledge of materials, equipment and supplies used
in general services activities.
Thorough knowledge of City's street network~
Thorous~hkncwledge of engineering as applied to methods' and
practices essential to drainage, sidewalk and street construction.
SUPERISITENDEbVf OF GENERAL SERVICES - Cont'd.
Considerable ability in organization, direction and coordination
of a wide variety of public services activities to obtain maximum
results.
Considerable knowledge of modern methods and practices essential
to the construction, maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks~
parking areas, etc~
long-range Plans and~ programs ~_~d
to make Sound decisions on matters of operating policies and admin-
istrative problems,
Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and
to express himself effectively and clearly,' both orally and in
writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relation-
ships with other employees and the other municipal departments, and
t/~e general public.
............... ~ st~n~rd ~x~h scnool or vocational school
with five years experience at a supervisory level supp!omented wi'~-i
a.course in municipal supervising procedures.
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF GENERAL SERVICES
DEFINITION
This is responsible administrative work as Assistant to the General
Services Superintendent. .
The employee in this class relieves a superior of much operational
detail in the functioning of the General Service Department, ge con-
ducts investigations and analyses procedur, e connacted with the
tion of the department. Work in this class will include assisting in
the establishment and implementation of departmental policies' and
operational-procedures. Conferences with the General Service suPer~
intendent determine general objectives of' the work, which is subject
to obervation for' the attainment of its ends.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Acts as assistant to the General Services Superintendent.;. interprets
administrative policies.
Relays instructions,, policies and procedure revisions.....
Assists in.'.coordination of.,various~phases~,of General Services opera-.
tions.
Aids-in development of operating budgetand capital outlay, budget as
related to the General Services Department-.
Confers with and advises subordinates concerning difficult-work pro-
blems in the development.and installation of new work procedures and
policies.
Assists in organizing and planning training programs fo= 'subordinate
personnel; appraises equipment suitability and makeSrecommendations
as to equipment needed. ''
Assists in coordinating activities of department with mUnicipal pro-
grams andwork.
Performs related work as required.'
~W_NOWLEDGES ~ SKILLS AND ABILITIES
~xtensive knowledge of principles, methods,-materials,"equipmentand
practices of general services activities included within the scope of
the work.
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply the principles and
practicas of organization, management and personnel and financial
administration in the operation of a major municipal department.
Assistant Su~t. of General Services Page
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND AB..ILITIES' - Cont' d o
Ability to establish and maintain effective working~ relationships
with subordinates, agencies and other departments of the ci~.
Ability to assist in e~raluating supervisory-performance and to develop
effective and practical in-service training
Ability to develop long term plans and programs and to help make
sound decisions on matters of operating policy and administrative
problems. -
Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and to
express one's self effectively and clearly in oral or written form.
MINIMUM QUAL, IF, ICATIO~S:
GradUation from a standard ~ =~1 ~ ,,~.~=~a~ ._~__~
~ive~y~ars-experience at a supervisory level suppiemented.with~.a~.~
course in mu/licipal supervising procedures.
UTILITIES DIRECTOR
GENERAL STATEMENT.. OF., D.UT!ES :.
This is a responsible administrative and professional engineer-
ing position.~- Duties for an employee in this class extends over the
planning, direction-and control of all phases of city water and sewer
utility operationS, excluding .those involved~ the' collection and - ·
accounting for utility revenue; as well as all aspects .of professional-
engineering skills and knowledge.as applied to municipal projects°
Work is performed under the administrative direction-of the City ·
Manager with regard to general policies or the inauguration of new
projects. . . . .
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS: '
Plans and directs the activities of all subordinates-,. ~The
Director is responsible to see to ~the proper operation,~ maintenance
and installation-of all collection lines and distribution service ·
lines. He 'is responsible for all municipal engineering functions in
the city. The. Director' must-have a thorough knowledqe~ of the
zoning laws, sub-division ordinances and regulations.. He must also
have a thorough knowledge of' the city and 'all its geographical areas,
He must have., the 'ability to interpret municipal, zoninq iaws~ ordin-
ances and regulations; as well as the ability to superviSe-t~e_ work~
of the engineering division, and..water and sewer division. He must
have the ability to establish and maintain effective, working relations.
-ships with all city officials., and with the ~generat. pLfotic~ . He muse
be able to express himself effectively and clearly, both orally and
in writing. Prepares .drawing and specifications for various public
service projects; checks and signs all payrolls; prepares the Depart-
ment annual budget and' makes recommendations to .the City Manager.
He also sees that any complaints made about the Utilities Division
are checked and corrected. Serves in the capacity of the City Engineer
MINT24U~ QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from'a College or University of recognized standing
with specialization in civil engineering, architecture or other
related subjects is mandatory. A resonable workingknowledge of
engineering, water and sewer plant maintenance andoperati0n is
desirable. Some knowledge of governmental accountingand budgeting..
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FIRE CAPTAhN
NA~TURE' OF V~ORK: .
This is responsible supervisory %vo~k ~n directing the activities of a single
or double company in fire fighting and ~te~nce of departmental properS, equip-
ment and ap~ra~s. ~ork involves complete, responsibili~ for a~ ac~i~es on ~
assigned shift, Upon arrival a~ ~e scene of a fire employee has complete responsi-
bilitQ for all opera.OhS ~il relieved by a superior officer. Employee ~y also be
assigned direc2 responsib~i~ for discipline 0f perso~el and for proper ~e~mce
of a~ appara~s, .ve~icl~$ an~ equi~ent. .. ~ -~
ILLUST~'T~ TAS~m . ' _
Assumes complete c~rge of a single or double fire company ~n ~e station.
enroute to alarms, and at the scene of a fire ~til relieved by a superior officer.
'Directs firefighters ~ layinE hose, operating pumps, direct~E ~ter flo%v,
erecting ladders, rent.tinE buildings, perform~g rescue ~ork, and other activi-
ties in co~ec~on ~ firefi~ht~g.
Directs and par~cipates ~ the performance of house duties,-testin~ and ~
tain~g equipment; ~s~cts station house, ~ro~ds ~d all apparatus and. equipment.
Answers emerEency rescue calls; supervises and participates ~n administer-
ing first aid and ~ Dr~~= {~u~d ~=~n~ for remove! to a ~*~
cmlly ~spects territo~ served by ~e depart~ent to observe location of fire hydrants,
uti!i~, sprinkler and s~d-pipe connec~ons; physiczt hazards of bn~td~'gs; ~d to
locate gc~i or potential fire'haz~rds.
Conducts. roll call; ~spects perso~el; mac.ins, discipl~; transmits orders
and ~nfor~tion to subord~ats perso~el; prepares reports of fire alarms and calls.
Performs related work as required.
DESLREABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Certification as Fire Captain after completing required Civil Service examinations
Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school, or any equiva-
lent combination of training and experience vchich provides the following kno%vtedges
abilities and skills.
Considerable experience in firefighting and in the methods and techniques of
fire prevention.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
Working knovzledge of, and skill in the use, operation and maintenance of,
various types of firefighting equipment,apparatus; ability to supervise its effective use..
Ability to supervise the activiites of a group of firefighters.
5Vorking knowledge of the geography of the City, including location of %vater
mains and fire hydrants, important buildings and all municipal buildings, facilities
and installations.
%Vorking kno~vledge of First Aid principles and skill in their application.
Ability to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions.
Possession of valid driver's license issued by the State of Florida.
Ability to maintain effective %vorking relationships ~vith other employees and
the general public.
FiRE CAPTAIN~ _continued
Must have served three'(3) ~onsecutive years as a Lieutenant .
on the local fire department'~ ' ~ '
Must have earned at least(18)eighteen colleg~ credits in
Fire Engineering or Fire Science.
POLICE CAPTA!N
This is difficult, technical work. An'employee in this Class
assists the Chief of Police in the direction of all personne1 and'
· activities of-.a municipal police department, assuming responsibility
for effective th~Chie~
Employee
performed unaer general supervision of Police~Chief to whom re~orts
are made, h=~ver, ~loyeemustbe capable of exercising
sound independent judgment on occasion~
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK
Assists Police Chief in direction of departmental personnel
and activities.
Establishes and'maintains contlnuon in-service traininq program~-
Prepares monthly duty roster; prepares monthly.departmental repo=tS
Cb. ief ~ndDepar~nent at.civic~and.'sociai function
as requested,
" Assumes re.sponsi~ili~y forefficient departmental operat~On 'in the
a~sence of po!ice-Chiefl.
Performs related work~$'reqi~ed-
REQUiREMENTS OF WORK
in polic~Work designed toincrease
efficienc-~, as a commanding officer.
Graduationfrom..a standard high schOot, supplemented by 'college
level courses in police-practices and prOCedUres, 'administration,.'
training, state and municipal controlling laws leading todegree .in
Police SCience; or any equivalent combination of training~ an~. '
experience which provides the..followingknowledges, abi!itiesand
skills:
Thorough knowledge of geography .of city; location of ai!'important
buildings, installations and facilities.
Thorough knowledge of municipal laws and state statutes with
reference to laws of: search-and seizure, traffic'control, proper
filing of charges and resultant court procedure stemming from arrest
~nd charges.'
Considerable knowledge of., and a~iiity to est~lish an~ maintain
comprehensive in-service training progr~n.
Skill in the use and care of firea~uns.
Ability to react quickly and c~ly in emergencies.
Ability to pl~% an~.assign duties;, to tactfully supervise the work
of subordinates.
Ability to execute duties firmly and impartially; to maintain
discipline and to command respect of subordinates.
POLICE CAPTAIN, cont.
PossesSion.of valid driver's license issued by the State of
Florida.
Ability to establish and maintain.effective working relationships
with other employees, other law enforcement agencies and the general
public.
Must have served two (2) consecutive years'as a Lieutenant on the local'
department.
MUst have earned 60 credit hour's AssOciates Degree in'Police related
subjects