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Home My WebLink About04.f. Adopt changes to job classification of General ManagerCentral Contra Costa Sanitary District y. ' BOARD OF DIRECTORS POSITION PAPER Board Meeting Date: February 7, 2013 Subject: ADOPT REVISIONS TO THE GENERAL MANAGER JOB CLASSIFICATION Submitted By. Initiating Dept. /Div.: Teji O'Malley, Human Resources Administration /Human Resources Manager REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION: T. O'Malley -Human Resources Manager 31J C. Swanson Provisional General Manager ISSUE: Board of Directors' approval is required when making revisions to job classifications RECOMMENDATION: Adopt revisions to the General Manager job classification. FINANCIAL IMPACTS: There is no fiscal impact associated with this request. ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: Do not adopt the revisions to the job classification. If this action is not approved, the General Manager classification will not accurately reflect the essential functions and the minimum qualifications required for this classification. BACKGROUND: With the recent retirement of the General Manager and the pending recruitment, staff has evaluated the General Manager job classification and determined that several changes were necessary to the job classification. These changes are needed in order to accurately reflect the minimum qualifications required for this classification and to update the essential functions of this classification as the job classification had not been reviewed nor revised since 2006. Attached is the draft of the revised job classification. Any additions are denoted in blue and any deletions are denoted by red strikeouts. This action was recommended for approval by the Human Resources Committee at its January 25, 2013 meeting. RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Adopt revisions to the General Manager job classification. CADocuments and Setting s \tomalley \Desktop \Position Papers \PP -GM Revisions.doc Page 1 of 1 CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT Effective: 02/07/138606 Range: M -05 Respirator Class: 3 GENERAL MANAGER DEFINITION Directs, manages, and administers all operational, engineering and administrative activities of the District D aR and manage the affairs of the SaRitapy Dio+rin+ diFeGt the staff 'R all fURGtieRs and and performs other related duties as assigned. GIG all related weFk as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This single position classification is distinguished by its overall responsibility for all District functions, which include but are not limited to, collection system operations plant operations, engineering, and administration. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receive general and fiscal policy direction from the District Board of Directors. Exercise direct supervision over management staff de -4 —e-f direGtGrs and other st ff desired. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Direct, manage, and administer the administrative, fiscal, operational, engineering and personnel functions of the District. Ensure that District operations are in conformance with applicable statutes, regulations and policies. In accordance with Board direction, manage the development and implementation of the District -wide strategic plan as well as District goals, objectives, and priorities. Formulate and implement short -term objectives and long -term goals for the District. Advise the Board of Directors on all District related- matters, specifically those with significant policy, legal, re uq latory, or political impact. Select, train, evaluate, and monitor the performance of subordinate staff and develop and implement succession planning tools and objectives. CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT General Manager (Continued) . Oversee the District's labor and employee /employer relations, policies, and procedures Draft and recommend rules, regulations, fees, and charges for adoption by the Board including specifications and requirements controlling the construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of sewage systems, recycled water system and Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility. Administer and eRf ^rGe policies and programs of the SaRitary District as approved by the District Board, including the direction and supervision of administrative and management personnel concerning the administration, engineering, construction, operation, safety, and maintenance of the SaRitary- District. reports, Attend DiStFiGt Beard rneet"Rgs and provide informatiOR, GUrreRt and hiStOriGal data, and advino as rnn, e&terJ Prepare complex administrative and financial reports and recommendations for the Board of Directors. Be Fespensihln for aR d diron +Oversee the preparation of the District's annual budget, -apA eefatrel monitor the authorized expenditures of the District, and direct the general financial planning policies approved by the Board. Evaluate the effectiveness of established District -wide programs /services and develop and implement new programs as mandated by law or community needs. Direct and coordinate the work of subordinate managers to ensure the appropriate and effective integration of District services. Represent the District before local, state, and federal agencies technical groups community organizations, political bodies, committees, and the general public. Monitor and analyze legislation and regulations that may impact District operations. Actively participate in various wastewater /water industry organizations in order to advocate District interests and objectives. Participate in various conferences /training in order to maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the wastewater industry. Confer with private individuals, firms, organizations, and local, state, and federal agencies 2 CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT General Manager (Continued) in the implementation and coordination of programs, projects, and various District activities. 10, IN NIPPON Act as the Executive Director of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Facilities Financing Authority. IN.—. _. .:.:.�: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Modem T Principles and practices of management and supervision. Local, state, and federal regulations and laws governing the m°r,^n °m °r,+ Genstruetion, operation, — safety, and rm,ai;ienaTGef a sanitary ;T6t. the wastewater industry. Principles and practices of finance, budget preparation, and administration. Principles and practices of labor and employee /employer relations. Operations of a wastewater agency. Principles and methods of wastewater collection, treatment, recycling, and discharge. Materials, processes, and equipment involved in the construction of sewage systems, treatment, recycling, -and disposal facilities, and related appurtenances. FThe fundamentals of engineering principles; field and offi ^° pis 3 CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT General Manager (Continued) Safety precautions as required by the District, including but not limited to Cal /OSHA General Industry Safety Orders, District's Respiratory Protection Program and District Safety Directives. Ability to: .. .. 111m 00 Plan, organize, and manage activities to accomplish the goals of the District. Develop and implement District -wide goals and objectives. Interpret applicable local, state, and federal laws as they relate to District operations. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing_ Delegate and monitor the work of subordinate staff. Work effectively and cooperatively with the Board of Directors. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives from other local, state, and federal agencies including regulators; District staff; and the general public. Foster harmonious labor relations with unions and employee groups. Make effective written, graphic, and oral presentations of complex and highly technical information. Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports. Make organizationally sound recommendations based upon an analysis of complex information and data. .- . . _ .- CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT General Manager (Continued) Sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time on a continuous basis. Intermittently twist to reach equipment- surrounding desk, and perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Perform work independently and within an environment of competing priorities. :. WMM OWN "AA Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Ten Fifteen years of broad and complex management experience, at least to ^"ice nom ° "er in a responsible capacity involving the management, planning, and operation of a wastewater /water agency. sanitapy sewage system treatment facilities r°nvnle d water system and related fn°iliti°c. Education: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major work in business or public administration, engineering or a related field. 5 CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT General Manager (Continued) A Master of Business or Public Administration or Master of Science degree in Engineering is desirable. Substitution for Education: Four years of additional qualifying experience as noted above may be substituted for the bachelor's degree. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid California Driver's License. n