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BOARD OF DIRECTORS y. e
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: November 21, 2013
Subject: ADOPT REVISIONS TO THE DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING JOB
CLASSIFICATION
Submitted By: Initiating Dept.iDiv.:
Roger S. Bailey Administration /Human Resources
General Manager
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
T. O'Malley— Human Resources Manager
R. Bailey
General Manager
ISSUE: Board of Directors' approval is required when making revisions to job
classifications.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt revisions to the Director of Engineering 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 Director of Engineering classification will
not accurately reflect the essential functions and the minimum qualifications required for
this classification.
BACKGROUND: Staff has evaluated the Director of Engineering job classification and
determined that several changes are necessary in order to accurately reflect the
minimum qualifications required for this classification and to update the essential
functions as this job classification has not been reviewed or revised since 2008.
Attached is the draft revised job classification. Any additions are denoted in blue and
any deletions are denoted by ' strikeouts.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This matter was reviewed by the Human
Resources Committee at its November 5, 2013 meeting. The Committee recommends
Board approval.
Additionally, the District and the Management group agree upon the changes to the
Director of Engineering job classification.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Adopt revisions to the Director of Engineering job
classification.
Attached Supporting Document:
1. Revised Director of Engineering Job Classification
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Effective: 11/21/13 n?0�3
Range: M -20
Respirator Class: 3
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
DEFINITION
Direct, manage, and administer all activities within the Manage the Engineering
Department which includes the Environmental Services Division and the Capital
Projects Division; assist the General Manager in the overall formulation and
administration of District programs and activities in close cooperation with the Board of
Directors; perform °n°^ial maRagerial duties °° r °ni iir °.' and perform other related
duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This single position classification serves as a department head and acts as a key
member of the District's executive team. It is distinguished from the General Manager in
that the latter has overall responsibility for all District functions.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive general direction from the General Manager.
Exercise direct an�'„general supervision over division heads and indirect supervision
over, professional, and technical personnel in the Engineering Department.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the
following:
Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of q-e the Engineering Department,
making *Rdep°ndent deGisinnc as neGess p
Formulate and implement short -term objectives and long -term goals for the
Department.
Select, train, evaluate, and monitor the performance of Division personnel, directly or
throuah subordinate staff.
Advise the General Manager on all departmental- related matters, specifically those with
significant policy, legal, regulatory, or political impact.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Director of Engineering (Continued)
Prepare and manage the preparation of complex administrative and financial reports
and recommendations.
Oversee the preparation of the department's annual budget and monitor the authorized
expenditures of the department.
Evaluate the effectiveness of established department -wide programs /services and
develop and implement new programs as mandated by law or community needs.
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 departmental
operations.
Participate in various conferences /training in order to maintain awareness of new trends
and developments in the wastewater industry.
Coordinate engineering activities and projects with federal, state, county, or local
agencies
Identify Division -wide training needs and develop training plans.
Gt as the Manager of Manage the Sewer Construction Fund by recommending rates
and fees and preparing the Capital Improvement Plan; be responsible for the overall
District capital improvements program.
Review and analyze Be responsible fer engineering studies, reports, designs, and
specifications, and construction of additions and improvements to the District's
treatment plant, collection system, and pumping stations; i's responsible to assure that
Participate in the development of District -wide goals and objectives.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Director of Engineering (Continued)
Act on behalf of the General Manager as required.
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KNOWLEDEGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of Engineering as related to the design, construction,
and operation of wastewater collection, disposal, treatment systems, and related
facilities.
Principles and practices of management and supervision.
Local, state, and federal regulations and laws applicable to assigned areas of
responsibility.
Principles and practices of finance, budget preparation, and administration.
Operations of a wastewater agency.
Materials, processes, and equipment involved in the construction of sewage
systems; treatment, recycling, and disposal facilities; and related appurtenances.
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CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Director of Engineering (Continued)
Principles of the determination of rates and charges and industrial waste control.
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Project management and construction management of large and complex
industrial plants including construction claims and construction litigation.
Local, regional, state, and federal - related organizations and programs.
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:
Plan, organize, and manage activities to accomplish the goals of the department.
Develop and implement department -wide goals and objectives.
Interpret applicable local, state, and federal laws as they relate to Engineering
activities and operations.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Monitor the work and performance of subordinate staff.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives from
other local, state, and federal agencies, District staff, and the general public.
Make effective written, graphic, and oral presentations of complex and highly
technical information.
Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Director of Engineering (Continued)
Make organizationally sound recommendations based upon an analysis of
complex information and data.
Sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time on a continuous basis.
Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding dq esk, 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.
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Apply engineering principles and techniques to the solution of design and
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience and Education:
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Director of Engineering (Continued)
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
At least Tten years of increasingly responsible professional engineering
experience, six years of which were in a management position within a
publicly -owned water or wastewater utility, engineering consulting firm,
environmental - related industry, or similar organization.
Education
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with
major work in civil, chemical, mechanical, or environmental engineering. A
master's degree in engineering is desirable.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer
issued by the State of California in the area of civil, chemical, or mechanical
engineering.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
A valid out -of -state driver's license will be accepted during the application
process. Must possess a valid California Driver's License within 90 days of
appointment.