HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council - 99-109 RESOLUTION NO. 9 9-10 9
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH TO AMEND THE
CITY CLASSIFICATION PLAN BY REVISING THE
CLASSIFICATION OF AUDIO VISUAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
AND BY ADDING THE NEW CLASSIFICATION ENTITLED
QUALITY ASSURANCE COORDINATOR
WHEREAS, the Personnel Commission of the City of Huntington Beach, having
conducted a duly noticed public hearing on November 17, 1999, pursuant to the
provisions of Personnel Rule 12-4, and having recommended to the City Council that the
classifications involving information technology be modified and that new classifications
be added; and
The Class Specifications for Audio Visual Media Specialist are attached as
EXHIBIT "A"
The Class Specifications for Quality Assurance Coordinator are attached as
EXHIBIT "B."
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does
hereby resolve as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Classification Plan is hereby amended by modifying the
classification as reflected hereinbelow:
Revised Classification
Audio Visual Media Specialist
SECTION 2. The City Classification Plan is hereby amended by adding the
classification reflected hereinbelow:
New Classification
Quality Assurance Coordinator
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SECTION 3. All other provisions of the Classification Plan shall remain the
same.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
at a regular meeting thereof held on the 20th day of December 1999.
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVE AS TO FORM:
City Clerk _ City Attorney
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REVIEWED AND APPROVED: INITIATED AND APPROVED:
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Director of Administrative Services
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EXHIBIT A
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
HUNTINGTON SUCH
TITLE: AUDIO-VISUAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
DATE: NOVEMBER 1999
DUTIES SUMMARY - Under general supervision, operates and maintains audio-visual and
television equipment in the production of audio-visual programs and materials for training and
education.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS -This classification is differentiated from others in
the television production job family by its emphasis on technical training of fire department
personnel. It requires a professional experienced enough to work and make technical decisions
independently.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES-Works with staff to develop training tapes, compact
discs, computerized media presentations, films and training sessions on specific scripted topics,
emergency medical technician classes, drills, and incidents in the field; operates cameras,
programming consoles, projectors, computers, and related audio and video editing equipment;
sets up equipment, lighting, audio and microphones prior to television production; coordinates
program broadcasting for Central Net Stations including setting up the schedule, writing a TV
guide for the month and distributing broadcast tapes, and troubleshooting broadcast problems;
markets and tracks accounting of sales and expenditures for internally developed videos;
coordinates and trains others in the use of cameras, computers, editing equipment, and
production methods; operates and maintains fire simulator equipment for training of fire and
civilian personnel in fire suppression, prevention and education; responsible for daily preventive
maintenance of all audio-visual equipment and sends in equipment for annual maintenance and
repairs as needed; maintains inventory records on all television, audio-visual and computer
equipment utilized by the department; responds code 2 to incidents in the field and video
tapes/films the incident for evaluation purposes; maintains the video library; attends related
monthly meetings; assists and instructs users in the proper utilization of audio-visual media
materials and equipment.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed within
this job classification. City Council/Administration or the Central Net Operations authority, at its
discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of: Computers and related software used for training applications,
including the Internet and other interactive media; television programming, editing and
production principles, practices and procedures; related audio-visual media equipment
used for technical instructional purposes, its capabilities, necessary maintenance, and
storage which includes the following: video, motion picture, or still cameras,
computerized synchronous sound motion picture or videotape editing equipment; sound
recording, dubbing or mixing equipment; video and audio tape duplicating equipment;
and equipment used to produce titles, special effects and graphics on videotape or film;
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methods and processes of producing videotapes, compact discs, motion picture films,
film strips or the Internet and other interactive media; effective customer service
principles.
Ability to: Operate television cameras and consoles and a variety of audio-visual
equipment; effectively plan and schedule the use of equipment; communicate effectively in
working with, and instructing others in the utilization of equipment; accurately record and
maintain equipment inventory and maintenance records; deliver quality customer service. .
Education: Formal education equivalent to a B.A. degree in telecommunications, film and
video production or related fields.
Experience: Two years of experience in media production, including the operation of a
wide variety of video/multimedia production, and computerized multimedia equipment. One
year experience with the audio-visual function in a fire department training unit desirable.
Certificates/Licenses:
Valid California Driver License.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS -- See Physical task
questionnaires. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered
on a case-by-case basis.
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EXHIBIT B
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
TITLE: QUALITY ASSURANCE COORDINATOR
DATE; NOVEMBER 1999
DUTIES SUMMARY— Under general supervision of the Emergency Services Manager, plans,
coordinates, monitors and evaluates effectiveness of paramedic and other emergency medical
services activities for the City to ensure the highest quality of emergency medical patient care;
assists in providing communication, guidance and scheduling between department personnel,
the Base Hospital Prehospital Care Coordinator, Orange County Emergency Medical Services
Agency and State Emergency Services Agency; coordinates the medical quality assurance
program, educational activities for continuing education, paramedic recertification and
operational changes.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS — This is a civilian, mid-management position,
responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of the quality of
emergency medical care services provided by Fire Department personnel to ensure
conformance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES — Develops, implements and provides quality
assurance for the Emergency Medical Services program for compliance with and adherence to
State and local mandates and standards; reviews and implements revisions and updates to the
program to ensure continued high quality prehospital patient care; assists in the formulation of
policies and procedures for the Emergency Medical Services Program, including medical
operations procedures for first responder and paramedic personnel; monitors and provides
direction for patient care provided by firefighter paramedics, performing both routine and special
evaluations of paramedic personnel; develops and implements the Quality Improvement
Program Plan; identifies training needs; coordinates, facilitates and/or conducts and evaluates
training activities as appropriate; tracks, maintains records and generates corresponding
reports regarding certification and other educational and licensing requirements; provides for
continued education in accordance with State and County regulations; explains procedures;
recommends or implements corrective action as necessary; assists base hospital and the EMS
Agency with quality improvement; ensures meeting EMS Agency reporting requirements;
represents the City at meetings with other public agencies and serves as liaison to hospital
base stations and receiving facilities; evaluates equipment used by paramedics in providing
prehospital care; ensures the addition, elimination or changes of equipment as needed; orders
new equipment, supplies and parts as required; performs other related duties as required.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed within this
job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as
needed. .
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of; Purposes, goals and responsibilities of a Paramedic Program;
applicable County and State Emergency Medical Services policies, administration of
emergency medical services quality assurance practices, procedures and regulations;
principles and practices of organization, management and administration as applied to
municipal fire department/EMS programs, including practices and techniques for
budgeting, purchasing and report writing; principles and techniques of program
monitoring; evaluation methods and tools employed in measuring the quality of
emergency medical services.
Ability to: Establish a comprehensive quality assurance program; plan, organize,
schedule, assign and review the work of others; plan, organize, direct and coordinate a
paramedic/EMS program; collect, interpret and evaluate program operation data;
evaluate and revise program objectives and procedures; analyze emergency response
and operations problems; plan, coordinate and initiate action to implement decisions
and/or recommendations; interpret and evaluate policies and practices; assist in the
formulation of policy; validate conclusions, define and select alternatives, and rationalize
and project consequences of decisions under emergency circumstances; develop and
conduct classroom and practice training courses and programs; maintain accurate
records, operate a variety of hand and power tools, equipment and apparatus used in
emergency medical services and response; establish and maintain effective and
cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to inquiries and complaints from staff
and members of the public; responses may involve gathering and analyzing data,
interacting with individuals experiencing emotional distress, as well as explaining
program policies and procedures; develop comprehensive programs, reports and
presentations; operate modem office equipment, including computers.
Education: Successful completion of RN program. Bachelor's degree in nursing, allied
health sciences, or a related field desirable.
Experience: Five years of experience as a nurse or paramedic.
License: State of California Registered Nursing License.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS -- See Physical task
questionnaires. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be
considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Res. No. 99-109
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH }
I, CONNIE BROCKWAY, the duly elected, qualified City Clerk of the
City of Huntington Beach, and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said City, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach is seven; that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by
the affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council at a
regular meeting thereof held on the 20th day of December, 1999 by the following
vote:
AYES: Sullivan, Harman, Garofalo, Green, Dettloff, Bauer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Julien
ABSTAIN: None
City Clerk and ex-o#ficio Clerk of the
City Council of the City of Huntington
Beach, California