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Home My WebLink About1193 Position of Major and Classification & Pay Plan AmendmentBILL NO. 2013 — 016 ORDINANCE NO. ,[I 9 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING CREATION OF THE POSITION OF MAJOR IN THE PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT AND AMENDING THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE CLASSIFICATION AND PAY PLAN TO PROVIDE FOR SUCH POSITION WHEREAS, the Classification and Pay Plan adopted by the City provides for the amendment of pay grade within the Salary Structure from time to time as deemed necessary to accommodate all job classes and positions within the organization; and WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen find it is in the best interest of the City to amend the Classification and Pay Plan to create the position of Major in the Public Safety Department and assign such position in the Classification and Pay Plan as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1 - APPROVAL OF NEW POSITION. The position of Major is hereby created in the Public Safety Department to perform the duties and functions set forth in the Position Description attached hereto as Exhibit "A ". Such Position Description may be amended from time to time according to the procedures set forth in the Classification and Pay Plan. SECTION 2 - PAY RANGES. The pay grades set forth in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference are hereby ratified, approved and adopted as a part of the Classification and Pay Plan of the City of Riverside and the positions identified therein are hereby classified into such pay grades. SECTION 3 - REPEAL OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed. SECTION 4 - SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. The provisions of this ordinance are severable and if any provision hereof is declared invalid, unconstitutional or unenforceable, such determination shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this ordinance. SECTION 5 - EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect as of the date of adoption. BE IT REMEMBERED that the above was read two times by heading only, passed and approved by a majority of thq Board of Aldermen and APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Riverside, Missouri, this /N"Aday of March, 2013. Kathleen L. Rose, Mayor 4TT ST: Robin,L" ittrell,, Ci y Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Nan omps , City Attorney CITY OF RIVERSIDE POSITION DESCRIPTION CLASS TITLE: Police Major DEPARTMENT: Public Safety FLSA: Exempt PAY RANGE: Management Senior Level DATE APPROVED: March 5, 2013 GENERAL PURPOSE Serves as Commander for the Police Division and oversees the day -to -day operation of the Division; serves as a member of the management team in formulating departmental policy, as well as planning, organizing and directing the Police Division. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Under general supervision of the Director of Public Safety. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervises assigned sworn officers and civilian personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here: (A) Manages the day -to -day operation of the Police Division and serves as the principle assistant to the Director of Public Safety regarding operation and administration of police activities. Responsible for keeping the Director of Public Safety informed of important matters within the department, specifically activity that occurs within the division that has potential to im pact the rest of the department or general activity. (B) Coordinates police services and activities with other City departments as well as other local and area law enforcement agencies, and fosters a cooperative working relationship. (C) Supervises and participates in the development and implementation of short and /or long range planning including reviewing and evaluating work products, methods, and procedures, as well as conducting needs assessments and forecasting needed staff, equipment, materials and supplies. (D) Serves as Director of Public Safety in his /her absence with full authority in managing the Division. (E) Supervises Division members in their assigned duties as directed; conducts required performance evaluations; coordinate and supervises training, assignment, and development of subordinate Division members. Page I of 3 Police Major Approved March 5, 2013 (F) Maintains normal availability by radio or telephone for consultation on major emergencies or incidents. PERIPHERAL DUTIES: (A) Performs all other related duties, as assigned. (B) May serve as a member of various employee committees, as assigned. DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: (A) Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment. (B) High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by a two -year community college degree or vocational school training in police sciences, law enforcement, criminal justice administration, public administration, or a closely related field. Bachelor's degree preferred. (C) Minimum of seven years work experience as a fully commissioned police officer, three or which shall have been in a supervisor position. (D) Completion of the Police Basic Training Academy (or equivalent). (E) Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Knowledge. Skills. and Abilities: (A) Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques and equipment; Considerable knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, and Department rules and regulations; Extensive knowledge of City's geography. (B) Skill in the operation of public safety tools and equipment such as those noted below (C) Ability to train and supervise subordinate personnel; Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers and supervisors; Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions; Ability to follow and give verbal and written instructions; Ability to meet the special requirements listed below. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (A) Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid State Driver's License without record of suspension or revocation in any state; (B) Must be able to meet Department's physical standards; (C) Basic Law Enforcement Training certification (D) No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories (E) Ability to read and write the English language. Page 2 of 3 Police Major Approved March 5, 2013 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Equipment may include, but is not limited to, the following: car, radio, radar units, handcuffs, taser, pistol, rifle, shotgun, riot helmet, riot shield, riot baton, O.C. spray, cell phone, breathalyzer, personal computer, phone. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; run; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and /or carry more than 180 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and /or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. Work is performed primarily in office, vehicle and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in office settings, and loud at an emergency scene. Page 3 of 3 Police Major Approved March 5, 2013 CITY OF R VERS,_,J,L2FI� Salary Bands T=, almommmm Individuals who plan, direct and formulate Director of Public Works Finance Officer Executive policies, set strategy and provide overall Director of Administration direction for the organization. Their decisions of Public Safety $69,200 $92,300 $110,800 and actions directly impact the outcomes of the and Director of Community Development organization. Level of scope of influence and impact is broad and direct. City Engineer MEINHOMMEMMIM Management Manages multiple functions, work teams or work Fire Division Chief Senior Level locations. Requires significant management Operations Support Division Director experience to integrate, plan and accomplish Police Captain $62,100 $82,700 $99,200 work across teams, and resolve operational Police Major issues on a day - today basis. Manages a functional area and is responsible for Fire Captain Management developing, modifying and implementing policies Police Sergeant $46,700 $62,300 $74,800 and procedures within area of responsibility. First level of management responsible for direct Dispatch Supervisor Management supervision of a team involved in the City Clerk Supervisor performance of specific, routine tasks. Requires Crew Chief $37,000 $49,400 $59,300 knowledge of area responsibility and Recreation Supervisor understanding of required work processes. Consulting level professional with broad Assistant Fire Marshal Independent expertise and in -depth knowledge in a specialized discipline and strong business Building Official $45,200 $60,300 $72,300 Expert acumen. Job - related academic degree is Planner typically necessary to perform duties. Fully - qualified professional with understanding of an area of specialization. Possesses detailed Building Inspector Independent knowledge of a discipline, typically obtained Court Clerk $37,500 $50,000 $60,000 Proficient through a specific job - related academic degree. Work requires the application of academic knowledge and concepts. Developing professional with knowledge of, and exposure lo, fundamental theories, principles Capital Projects Coordinator Independent and concepts. Applies basic knowledge of Fire Fighter $31,500 $42,000 $50,400 Developing principles in a field typically associated with Police Officer college -level curriculum or equivalent on- the -job Executive Assistant experience. Accounting Assistant Duties require in -depth knowledge of function, • Administrative Assistant Animal Control Officer SkIien and of company policies and procedures, , Code Enforcement Experienced generally gained through significant on- the -job $28,600 $38,100 $45,700 experience. Often acts in a lead role or as a key Dispatcher resource to others. Maintenance Worker II Records Custodian Skilled Entry Performs job duties that are specific and task- Custodian Maintenance Worker 1 $21,700 $29,000 $34,800 oriented, requiring minimal training. Receptionist Adopted by the Board of Aldermen 2013 -02 -08