HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council - 2002-28 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH TO AMEND
THE CITY CLASSIFICATION PLAN BY ADDING, DELETING,
AND MODIFYING CLASSIFICATIONS IN THE
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to amend the City Classification Plan; and
The provisions of Personnel Rule 12-4 have been complied with, in that the changes were
considered by the Personnel Commission during a public hearing held on March 20, 2002, and
the Commission voted to recommend the changes to the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby
resolve as follows:
l. The City Classification Plan is hereby amended by adding the following
classifications:
Marine Safety Officer I
Marine Safety Officer II
The class specifications for the above positions are attached hereto as Exhibit A
and incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
2. The City Classification Plan is hereby amended by modifying the class
specifications for the following positions:
Marine Safety Lieutenant
The class specifications for the above positions are attached hereto as Exhibit B
and incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
3. The City Classification Plan is hereby amended by deleting the following
classifications:
Marine Safety Officer
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a
regular meeting thereof held on the 1st day of April , 2002.
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Exhibit A
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EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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CITY OF H[1NTIN.GT0N BEACH.
CLASS SPECIFICATION.'
HUNTINGTON BEACH
TITLE: Marine Safety Officer I DATE: Mardi, 2002
DUTIES SUMMARY — The incumbent provides supervision of recurrent personnel and
lifeguards, patrols beach and ocean areas from an assigned 'tower, emergency rescue
vehicle, or patrol vessel in order to provide first line protection of the lives and property
of beach patrons; and participates in aquatic and other related emergencies and
rescues, and prevents marine accidents.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS — The incumbent works under the supervision
of Marine Safety Lieutenant. This position is distinguished from the open water
Lifeguard in that the latter is a recurrent position. The Marine Safety Officer I is
distinguished from the Marine Safety Officer II in that the latter has completed specific
advanced trainings, (such as cliff and helicopter rescue), which result in an advanced
scope of responsibilities, and two years of full-time "experience as a Marine Safety
Officer 1.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES — Under direct supervision of the Marine Safety
Lieutenant, the. incumbent establishes command and control of emergencies until
relieved; lifeguards an assigned area from a tower or an emergency rescue vehicle;
performs ocean rescues, informs bathers and boaters of hazardous ocean conditions;
removes dangerous objects from beach and ocean areas; supervises, trains, and
evaluates the lifeguarding activities of subordinates and shares supervisory
responsibilities of all recurrent staff; participates in flood and swiftwater, and basic
SCUBA rescue/recovery operations; briefs subordinates concerning conditions; assigns
personnel to designated areas of beach; performs routine preventative maintenance on
towers, vehicles, vessels, equipment and other facilities within assigned area; maintains
daily records of activities and completes reports on same; receives and records National
Weather Service reports; interacts with the public on the beach; answers questions and
assists patrons with problems; enforces Municipal Ordinances, issues citations for
violations of beach, parking and parks ordinances as necessary as a peace officer under
PC 830.31; works with Police, Fire and other agencies as required; operates specialized
lifesaving equipment; performs various first aid practices of a highly skilled nature; and
performs other related duties as assigned.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work
performed by positions within this fob classification. The City, at its discretion, may
add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of: principles and practices of modern lifesaving techniques; small
boat handling, operations and safety; operations of equipment and apparatus
used; Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) practices and procedures;
SCUBA/Basic; basic supervisory methods; basic law enforcement policies,
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Exhibit A
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CITY 4F Hl3NTIhIGTON'BEACH
CLASS SP�C1FlCATION
HUNTINGTON OEACH
TITLE: Marine Safety Officer I DATE: March, 2002
procedures and Municipal Ordinance Codes and their application to the assigned
area.
Ability to: swim in adverse weather and surf conditions for extended periods of
time and perform ocean rescues under said conditions; size up emergencies and
adopt an effective course of action and assist in directing such activities until
relieved by a supervisor; enforce various rules, regulations, codes and laws
pertaining to marine safety operations; perform EMT practices effectively; learn
and enforce department and section rules and regulations; learn swiftwater (SRT
1) rescue and personal watercraft (PWC) operation; establish and maintain
cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
provide excellent customer service.
Swimming Ability: Must initially and annually demonstrate an ability to swim 500
meters over a measured course in ten minutes or less. Incumbent must
demonstrate an ability to successfully perform an open water rescue. .
Education: Graduation from nigh school or equivalent.
Experience: Requires 1500 hours of ocean lifeguard experience.
Minimum Age: 21 years of age.
Physical: Excellent health (must pass a City physical and drug_ screen before
appointment); vision requirement is 20140 uncorrected or 20120 corrected at
appointment. After appointment, incumbent must maintain the USIA standards for
Health & Fitness, which state: possesses adequate vision, hearing acuity, physical
ability and stamina to perform the duties of an open water lifeguard as documented
by a medical or osteopathic physician.
Other: By law, the Department of Justice requires the incumbent to be
fingerprinted. In addition, the incumbent must pass a thorough background check.
License/Certificate Required at the Time of Appointment: Must possess and
maintain valid:
• California driver's license
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by the State of
California or County EMS
• Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
• PC 832 Powers of Arrest
• Required for Step C Salary: SCUBA/Basic; Cal Boat Basics; Basic
Supervision Swiftwater I (SRT 1); and Personal Watercraft (PWC).
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Exhibit A
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ClTXflF HUNTtNGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
HUN71NG.I
TON BEACH
TITLE: Marine Safety Officer I DATE: March, 2002
To be eligible for reclassification to Marine Safety Officer II; Incumbents
obtaining the following certifications and training are eligible to be reclassified to
MSO II: IRB-Inflatable Rescue Boat, SRT II; Cliff/Rescue System I; HBPD Lifeguard
Helicopter Rescue; SCUBA/Advanced; California Department of Boating and
Waterways Master Mariner, 200 hrs.; HBMSD Rescue Vessel. In addition, two
years of satisfactory performance evaluations as an MSO I (or equivalent) are
required to promote to Marine Safety Officer II.
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 A
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH 4Me
CLASS:SPECIFICATION
HUNYINGT4N BEACH
TITLE: Marine. Safety Officer 11 DATE: March, 2002
DUTIES SUMMARY ---The incumbent provides supervision of recurrent personnel and
lifeguards, patrols beach and ocean areas from an assigned'tower, emergency rescue
vehicle, or patrol vessel in order to provide first line protection of the lives and property
of beach patrons; and participates in aquatic and other related emergencies and
rescues, and prevents marine accidents.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS -- The incumbent works under the supervision
of Marine Safety Lieutenant. This position is distinguished from the Marine Safety
Officer I in that the Officer II has two years of full-time experience, has completed
specific advanced trainings, which include the 200 hour California Department of
Boating and Waterways Master Mariner Certificate, and additional responsibilities such
as SCUBA/Advanced, inflatable rescue boat (IRB), and helicopter rescue. The MSO II
is distinguished from the Marine Safety Lieutenant in that the latter supervises all
MSO I's and It's, requires a greater scope of responsibility, and has additional years of
experience.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES -- Under direct supervision of the Marine Safety
Lieutenant, the incumbent establishes command and control of emergencies until
relieved; provides oversight in the absence of the Lieutenant; lifeguards an assigned
area from a tower or an emergency rescue vehicle or vessel; performs ocean rescues,
informs bathers and boaters of hazardous ocean conditions; removes dangerous objects
from beach and ocean areas; supervises the lifeguarding activities of subordinates and
participates in flood and swiftwater, cliff, helicopter and SCUBA rescuetrecovery
operations; supervises, trains, and evaluates the lifeguarding activities of subordinates
and shares supervisory responsibilities of all recurrent staff; briefs subordinates
concerning conditions; assigns personnel to designated areas of beach; performs routine
preventative maintenance on towers, vehicles, vessels, equipment and other facilities
within assigned area; receives and records National Weather Service reports;
participates in underwater dives; maintains daily records of activities and completes
reports on same; interacts with the public on the beach; answers questions and assists
patrons with problems; enforces Municipal Ordinances, issues citations for violations of
beach, parking and parks ordinances as necessary as a peace officer under PC 830.31;
works with Police, Fire, and other agencies as required; operates specialized lifesaving
equipment; performs various first aid practices of a highly skilled nature; performs duties
of the Lieutenant in the Lieutenant's absence; and performs other related duties as
assigned.
When assigned to boat operations the incumbent may do any of the following: operates
lifeguard rescue vessels; uses navigational instruments and ship-to-shore radios;
provides back-up for ocean rescues; assists vessels in distress; supervises and
evaluates activities and performance of boat crew; may perform routine boat inspections;
maintains boats, including basic hull repairs; informs marine mechanics of defective and
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Exhibit A
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CITY.OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
TITLE: Marine Safety Officer 11 DATE: March, 2002
malfunctioning equipment; maintains daily records of engine performance and logs
vessel activities.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work
performed by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may
add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of: modern lifesaving techniques; small boat handling, operations and
safety; operations of equipment and apparatus used; - Emergency Medical
Technician (EMT) practices and procedures; advanced rescue and SCUBA
techniques; helicopter and cliff rescue; basic law enforcement policies, procedures
and Municipal Ordinance Codes and their application to the assigned area;
principles and practices of California Boat Master and boating safety and
enforcement of regulations and rules of the road.
Ability to: swim in adverse weather and surf conditions for extended periods of
time and perform ocean rescues under said conditions; size up emergencies and
adopt an effective course of action and assist in directing such activities until
relieved by a supervisor; enforce various .rules, regulations, codes and laws
pertaining to marine safety operations; perform EMT practices effectively; learn and
enforce department and section rules and regulations; learn SCUBA/Rescue and
Dry Suit, ICS 100/200; Instructor 1A & 113; establish and maintain cooperative
working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; provide excellent
customer service; if assigned to boat operations, operate a high speed rescue
vessel under varying weather and ocean surface conditions; use a directional finder,
compass, and other navigational aids; perform routine boat maintenance duties.
Swimming Ability: Must initially and annually demonstrate an ability to swim 500
meters over a measured course in ten minutes or less. Incumbent must
demonstrate an ability to successfully perform an open water rescue.
Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Experience: Requires two years of ocean lifeguard experience equivalent to the
Marine Safety Officer I.
Minimum Age: 21 years of age.
Physical: Excellent health (must pass a City physical and drug screen before
appointment); vision requirement is 20140 uncorrected or 20120 corrected at
appointment. After appointment, an incumbent must meet and maintain the USLA
standards which state: possesses adequate vision, hearing acuity, physical ability
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Exhibit A
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:CITY.OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
HUN7ENGTO4 BEACH
TITLE: Marine Safety Officer II DATE: March, 2002
and stamina to perform the duties of an open water lifeguard as documented by a
medical or osteopathic physicians.
Other: By law, the Department of Justice requires the incumbent to be
fingerprinted. In addition, the incumbent must pass a thorough background check.
License/Certificate Required at the Time of Appointment: Must possess and
maintain the following valid certificates.
MSO I:
* California driver's license _
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by the State of
California or County EMS
• Automatic External Defibrillator(AED) Certification
PC 832 Powers of Arrest
• SCUBA/Basic
• Cal Boat Basics
• Basic Supervision
Swiftwater I (SRT 1)
• Personal Watercraft (PWC); PLUS
Required for reclassification to MSO ll:
Two years of satisfactory performance evaluation as an MSO 1 or
equivalent and possession of the following certification and training:
• Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Certification
• Swiftwater 11 (SRT II) Certification
• Cliff/Rescue System 1
• HBPD Lifeguard Helicopter Rescue Certification
• SCUBA/Advanced
• Califomia Dept. of Boating and Waterways Master Mariner (200
hrs.) Certification
• HBMSD Rescue Vessel
Required for 5% pay incentive: SCUBA/Rescue; ICS Incident Command System
100 and 200; Instructor 1A and 113; SCUBA/ Dry Suit; and Instructor Emergency
Response Red Cross
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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EXHIBIT B
Exhibit B
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CITY:OF H.UNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
- - -.. HUNTINGTON BEACH
TITLE: Marine Safety Lieutenant DATE: March, 2002
DUTIES SUMMARY --- The incumbent provides supervision of Marine Safety Officers
and recurrent personnel; trains and coordinates activities of permanent and recurrent
personnel, and provides beach safety through education, prevention and emergency
response.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS —The incumbent works under the supervision.
of Marine Safety Division Chief. This position is distinguished from the MSO II in that it
is responsible for the supervision, direction and training of all Marine Safety Officers,
and possesses a minimum of two years of additional Marine Safety experience.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES -- Under direct supervision of the Marine Safety
Chief, the incumbent establishes command and control of emergencies until relieved;
provides oversight in the absence of the Chief; manages and supervises daily marine
safety operations, beach emergencies and associated logistical support; enforces
beach ordinances and issues citations as required, as a peace officer under PC 830.31;
creates and implements seasonal schedules; ensures adequate daily staff levels to ,
provide beach safety; develops and evaluates subordinate employees; implements,
coordinates, and schedules new and ongoing marine safety training and training
curriculum; coordinates recruitment, training, testing, and hiring of recurrent employees;
coordinates re-cerfifi ation of seasonal lifeguards; ensures observance of work
schedules, rules, regulations, and policies by subordinates; manages and submits bi-
weekly payroll; assists in preparation and implementation of the budget; ensures proper
use of sick, injury, and other leaves; reviews daily activity, emergency, accident, and
weather reports and maintains divisional records and togs; prepares and submits
comprehensive statistical reports as required; inspects and inventories facilities,
vehicles, boats, and equipment; purchases emergency, rescue, and office equipment
and supplies; writes and updates policies and procedures as directed; ensures
Hepatitis-B. schedules; serves as point of contact for radio, computer, and telephone
repair, improvement, and enhancements; maintains up to date -list of employee,
emergency, and business contacts; serves as PIO for marine safety; coordinates and
provides public education programs; works with Police, Fire and other agencies as
required; represents the section at various lifesaving, first-aid, and water safety
programs and clinics; and performs other related duties as assigned.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work
performed by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may
add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.
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Exhibit B
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C.I OF HUNTINGTON:BEACH
CLASS.5PEC1FiCATi0A1
HUNTINGTON BEACH
TITLE: Marine Safety Lieutenant DATE: March, 2002
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of: Modem lifesaving techniques; small boat handling, operations
and safety; operations of equipment and apparatus used; Emergency Medical
Technician (EMT) practices and procedures; advanced rescue and SCUBA
techniques; basic law enforcement policies, basic Incident Command System
(ICS) techniques; SCUBA/Dry Suit; instruction practices; procedures and
Municipal Ordinance Codes and their application to the assigned area; principles
and practices of boating safety and enforcement of regulations, and rules of the
road.
Ability to: Respond to and size up emergencies and adopt an effective course
of action and assist in directing such activities until relieved; enforce various
rules, regulations, codes and laws pertaining to marine safety operations;
perform EMT practices effectively; learn and enforce department and section
rules and regulations; learn ICS 300, Command 1A and 113, and Management I
course material; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with
those contacted in the course of work; provide excellent customer service.
Swimming Ability: Must initially and annually demonstrate an ability to swim 500
meters over a measured course in ten minutes or less.
Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent. A two-year college degree
or the equivalent is required.
Experience: Requires two years of ocean lifeguard experience equivalent to the
Marine Safety Officer.
Minimum Age: 21 years of age.
Physical: Excellent health (must pass a City physical before appointment). At
appointment, the incumbent must meet and maintain adequate vision, hearing
acuity, physical ability and stamina to perform the duties of a Marine Safety
Lieutenant.
Other: By law, the Department of Justice requires the incumbent to be
fingerprinted. In addition, the incumbent must pass a thorough background check.
License/Certificate Required at the Time of Appointment: Must possess and
maintain a valid:
• California driveras license
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by the State of
California or County EMS
• Automatic External Defibrillator(AED) Certification
• PC 832 Powers of Arrest
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Exhibit B
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH �2d 4
4S&SPECIFICATION
HUNTINGTON BEACH
TITLE: Marine Safety Lieutenant DATE: March, 2002
• SCUBA/Basic and Advanced
• Cal Boat Basics
• Basic Supervision
• Personal Watercraft (PWC) Certification
• Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Certification
• Swiftwater (SRT) I & II Certification
• Cliff Rescue or Rescue Systems I
• HBPD Helicopter Certification
• ICS Command 100 & 200
Required for 5% pay-incentive: ICS Incident Command System 300;
Command 1A & 1B; and Management I.
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. 2002-28
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
1, 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 1st
day of April, 2002 by the following vote:
AYES: Green, Dettloff, Bauer, Cook, Houchen, Winchell, Boardman
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
City Clerk and ex-officio 6lerk of the
City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach, California