HomeMy WebLinkAbout07 CLASS. PLAN 09-05-00AGENDA RFPORT
NO. 7
09-05-00
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER
ARLENE MARKS, HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
RESOLUTION 00-63 AMENDING THE CITY'S CLASSIFICATION
PLAN
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution No. 00-63 changing the classification title of Human Resources
Manager to Human Resources Director, the title of Senior Personnel Analyst to Senior
Human Resources Analyst and the title of Personnel Analyst to Human Resources
Analyst.
Adopt revised classification specifications for the positions titled Human Resources
Director, Senior Human Resources Analyst, and Human Resources Analyst.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
DISCUSSION:
The City recently recruited for and hired a new department head position listed in the
City's current Classification Plan as Human Resources Manager. Prior to conducting
the recruitment for this position, the duties and responsibilities were outlined, however a
detailed classification specification was not created. Attached for your review and
consideration is a detailed classification specification for this position which is titled as
Director of Human Resources. The Director title is recommended to ensure consistency
with other similarly situated department head positions.
Also attached for your review and consideration are revised classification specifications
of the professional support positions (Senior Analyst and Analyst) in the department.
Staff is recommending the Council adopt these revised classification specifications and
amend the City's Classification Plan to re-title the Human Resources Manager as
Director of Human Resources, re-title the Senior Personnel Analyst as Senior Human
Resources Analyst and re-title the Personnel Analyst as Human Resources Analyst.
Arlene Marks, SPHR
Human Resources Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 00-63
A RESOLUTON OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
WHEREAS, the City adopted a Classification Plan in 1984 by
adopting Resolution No. 84-63; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has amended the Classification Plan
when appropriate;
WHEREAS, it is now desirable to revise and update the
Classification Plan;
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Tustin,
California does hereby resolve that the Classification Plan of the City of
Tustin, dated August 20, 1984, is hereby amended to change the
classification titles and adopt the position duties, as outlined in the attached
classification specifications, as follows:
Delete
Human Resources Manager
Senior Personnel Analyst
Personnel Analyst.
Add
Director of Human Resources
Senior Human Resources Analyst
Human Resources Analyst
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin City Council
held on the 5th day of September, 2000.
JEFFERY M. THOMAS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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CITY OF TUSTIN
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Class specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities
associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications m~_ not include all duties performed by individuals
within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for
entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.
DEFINITION:
Under administrative direction performs professional human resources work including, but not limited to,
planning, directing, organizing and implementing comprehensive City-wide human resource, labor and
employee relations management programs and complex analytical tasks in support of a centralized
human resources function in the areas of recruitment, selection, employment, classification,
compensation, employee and labor relations, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action and
diversity, training, workers' compensation and benefits; serves as the City's Chief Spokesperson and lead
negotiator for employee and labor relations; serves as a member of the City's executive management
team; performs related duties as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
The Director of Human Resources is a department head classification requiring an advanced generalist's
knowledge of public personnel management and labor relations. The incumbent performs a variety of
high-level administrative and professional duties and directs and supervises staff and activities in the
City's Human Resources operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (includes but are not limited to the following)
When a position is to be filled the requisite essential functions will be noted in the announcement of
position availability.
Plans, organizes, directs, supervises, controls and reviews the day-to-day operations of the City's
human resources, employee and labor relations programs. Assigns work activities, delegates
priorities and works with staff to identify and resolve problems. Supervises and evaluates, directly or
through subordinates, departmental staff.
Provides leadership and technical expertise for a centralized human resource function in the areas of
recruitment, selection, employment, classification, compensation, employee and labor relations, equal
employment, affirmative action, diversity, training, workers' compensation, benefits, and other human
resource/labor relations areas.
Administers regulations, programs and contracts associated with, but not limited to, Fair Labor.
Standards Act (FLSA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action (AA), Personnel Rules, Memoranda of
Understanding (MOU), Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Cafeteria benefit
plan, deferred compensation, retirement, Workers' Compensation (WC), State Disability Insurance
(SDI), Unemployment Insurance (UI), and other associated programs.
Researches, analyzes and makes recommendations to City management regarding. City-wide
personnel and employee relations policies and practices. Prepares letters, memorandums, and
administrative procedures.
Serves as chief spokesperson and lead negotiator in meet.and confer sessions with employee
organizations; develops negotiating .strategies, costs out proposals, labor packages and labor
demands.
Arranges and coordinates meetings/hearings related to negotiations, mediation and/or arbitration
cases. Meets with employees and employee organizations to discuss and resolve grievances and
problems.
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Supervises, reviews and/or analyzes management and employee requests for classification and pay
changes, directs or conducts studies and make recommendations. Maintains the City's classification
and compensation plan including the position control listing.
· Supervises, plans, conducts, and/or coordinates personnel investigations. Responds to regulatory
agencies as appropriate.
· Supervises, plans and/or conducts recruitment activities for City job classes and develops job-related
examinations.
· Supervises, plans and/or coordinates training and development programs for City staff. Assists in
assessing and addressing training needs by department.
In conjunction with the City's Finance department, administers employee benefit plans and programs;
collaborates with broker and providers to obtain competitive quotes on employee benefit plans and
programs.
· Reviews proposed and new legislation and regulations and implements accordingly for compliance.
Attends and participates in meetings with citizens, City Council, committees, staff and other public or
private agencies; researches and prepares reports related to human resources and labor issues;
makes public presentations before a variety of audiences including, but not limited to, the City Council.
· Provides leadership to collaborative labor-management workplace teams.
· Supervises, organizes and/or conductS annual open enrollment meetings, training in new policies,
procedures and/or application of regulations.
Maintains a current knowledge of City budget; prepares proposed fiscal year work programs;
administers, monitors and controls departmental budget accounts; authorized purchase of equipment,
services and supplies; approves time sheets and expense reports.
· Provides staff support to the Retirement Review Committee.
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 statistical reports and data using a computer
keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near vision in reading correspondence and statistical data on
the computer. Acute hearing is required when providing telephone service and communicating in person.
The need to lift, drag and push files, computer reports or other materials weighing up to 10 pounds also is
required.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES: (The fo/lowing are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the
classification)
Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities
necessary for acceptable job performance. Example combinations include:
Graduation with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferably with a
major in human resources, labor relations, business or public administration or a closely related
field and at least five years of progressively responsible professional public personnel/human
resources management experience, two of which were in a supervisory capacity. A Master's
degree in Public Administration is highly desirable.
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KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS: (The following are a representative sample of the KAS's necessary to
perform essential duties of the position)
Knowledcle of:
Complex principles and practices used in public personnel management including job and position
analysis, recruitment and selection, affirmative action, classification, compensation, employee and
labor relations, complaint investigations, compensation and employee benefits, performance
planning and appraisal, negotiating techniques and costing, modern trends in human resource
program development.
Principles of organizational and administrative research, analysis and methodology report writing
methods and practices, management and organizational analysis and design.
State and Federal laws, regulations and standards pertaining to equal employment opportunity,
fair labor standards, affirmative action, labor relations, employee benefits, Workers'
Compensation, and safety.
Ability to:
Analyze and make sound recommendations on complex human resource issues; evaluate
alternatives and make appropriate, creative recommendations; exercise sound independent
judgement and initiative within established guidelines; interpret City rules, policies and procedures
and applicable local state and federal legislation; exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with
sensitive and complex personnel issues and employee situations. Manage a major function within
the City.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing; plan, organize, and carry out studies and analysis;
prepare clear, complete, and technically accurate reports correspondence, analytical studies and
other written materials using standard office and computer equipment; analyze data, develop
recommendations based on findings, and reach sound and defensible conclusions; collect data;
work effectively with various governmental agencies, private firms, 'and the general public; analyze
situations and take effective action; speak before groups, organizations, regulatory bodies and
professional meetings, respond constructively to conflict and develop effective resolutions.
Skill to:
Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing, data management and other
software applications.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
FLSA:
Exempt
Form 700 Required
Department Head - UnrepreSented
Adopted:
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CITY OF TUSTIN
HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
Class specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities
associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals
within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for
entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.
DEFINITION:
Under general supervision (Analyst) or direction (Senior Analyst) participates in a variety of difficult and
complex professional and analytical assignments in support of.a comprehensive City-wide human
resource, labor and employee relations program including, but not limited to, performing complex
analytical tasks for studies and surveys in the areas of recruitment, selection, employment, classification,
compensation, employee and labor relations, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action and
diversity, training, workers' compensation and benefits; performs related duties as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
The Senior Human Resources Analyst is a journey level classification requiring significant knowledge of
public personnel management and employee and labor relations. The Senior Human Resource Analyst
works independently on assignments with limited direction; assignments may result in compilation of data
for a report and/or recommendations for action by management. The Senior Human Resources Analyst is
distinguished from the Human Resources Analyst by the Senior Human Resources Analyst responsibility
for the supervision of staff and/or the coordination of projects, programs and/or workloads of other staff.
The Human Resources Analyst receives more direction on projects and assignments tend to be more
routine and limited in scope.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (includes but are not limited to the following)
These functions may not be present in all positions in multiple position classes. When a position is to be
filled, the requisite essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability.
Provides technical expertise and assistance for a centralized human resource function in the areas of
recruitment, selection, employment, classification, compensation, employee and labor relations, equal
employment, affirmative action, diversity, training, workers' compensation, benefits, and other human
resource/labor relations functions.
Assists in the administration of regulations, programs and contracts associated with, but not limited to,
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action (AA), Civil Service Rules (CSR),
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU), Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA),
Cafeteria benefit plan, deferred compensation, retirement, Workers' Compensation (WC), State
Disability Insurance (SDI), Unemployment Insurance (UI), and other associated programs.
· Researches, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding personnel policies and practices.
· Assists in negotiations with employee organizations acting as a resource to lead negotiator. Provides
data to lead negotiator and assists in developing negotiating strategies.
· Meets with employees and employee organizations to discuss and resolve grievances and problems
as required or assigned.
· Reviews and analyzes management and employee requests for classification and pay changes,
conducts studies, classification analysis, and make recommendations.
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Plans, coordinates, and conducts recruitment activities for City job classes and develops job-related
examinations. Prepares advertising, determines media placement, schedules and administers testing
programs.
· Plans and coordinates training and development programs for City staff.
· Assists in the administration of employee benefit plans and programs;, collaborates and liaisons with
broker and providers.
· Reviews proposed and new legislation and regulations and makes recommendations for compliance.
· Makes public presentations before a variety of audiences including, but not limited to, the City Council.
· Attends meetings, provides testimony, prepares reports related to human resources and labor issues.
· Arranges and coordinates meetings/hearings related to negotiations, mediation and/or arbitration
cases.
· Organizes annual open enrollment meetings, training in new policies, procedures and/or application of
regulations.
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 statistical reports and data using a computer
keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near vision in reading correspondence, statistical data on the
computer. Acute hearing is required when providing telephone service and communicating in person.
The need to lift, drag and push files, computer reports or other materials weighing up to 10 pounds also is
required.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the
classification)
Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities
necessary for acceptable job performance. Example combinations include:
Graduation with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferably with a
major in human resources, labor relations, business or public administration or a closely related
field and at least two years of progressively responsible professional public personnel/human
resources experience for the Senior level or one year of experience in Human Resources as a
Technician or Aide for the Analyst level.
KNOWLEDGEIABILITIESlSKILLS: (The following are a representative sample of the KAS's necessary to
perform essential duties of the position)
Knowledge of:
Complex principles and practices used in public personnel management including job and position
analysis, recruitment and selection, affirmative action, classification, compensation, employee and
labor relations, complaint investigations, compensation and employee benefits, performance
planning and appraisal, negotiating techniques and costing, modern trends in human resource
program development.
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Human Resources Analyst/Senior Human Resources Analyst
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Principles of organizational and administrative research, analysis and methodology report writing
methods and practices, management and organizational analysis and design.
State and Federal laws, regulations and standards pertaining to equal employment opportunity,
fair labor standards, affirmative action, labor relations, employee benefits, Workers'
Compensation, and safety.
Ability to:
Analyze and make sound recommendations on complex human resource issues; evaluate
alternatives and make appropriate, creative recommendations; exercise sound judgment and
initiative within established guidelines; interpret City rules, policies and procedures and applicable
local state and federal legislation; exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and
complex personnel issues and employee situations.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing; plan, organize, and carry out studies and analysis;
prepare clear, complete, and technically accurate reports correspondence, analytical studies and
other written materials using standard office and computer equipment; analyze data, develop
recommendations based on findings, and reach sound and defensible conclusions; collect data;
work effectively with various governmental agencies, private firms, and the general public; analyze
situations and take effective action; speak before groups, organizations, regulatory bodies and
professional meetings, respond constructively to conflict and develop effective resolutions.
Skill to:
Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing, data management and other
software applications.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
FLSA:
Senior Analyst - Exempt
Form 700 Required
Management- Unrepresented
Analyst- Non Exempt
Confidential- Unrepresented
Adopted:
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