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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR. CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 8/1/2016
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Michele Warren, Director of Human Resources
SUBJECT: Approve the appointment of Behzad Zamanian to the position of Chief
Information Officer (CIO) and authorize the City Manager to execute the
Employment Agreement
Statement of Issue:
A national recruitment was conducted for the position of Chief Information Officer. The City
Manager is recommending the appointment of Behzad Zamanian to this position based on the
outcome of the recruitment process, his qualifications, and following a period of six (6) months as
Acting Chief Information Officer.
Financial Impact:
Funding for this position is included in the FY 2015/16 budget.
Recommended Action:
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the "Employment Agreement Between the City
of Huntington Beach and Behzad Zamanian" for the position of Chief Information Officer.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the Employment Agreement of Behzad Zamanian for the position of Chief
Information Officer.
Analysis:
The position of Chief Information Officer has been vacant since October 2015 due to the retirement
of the former incumbent, thereby creating the need for the City Manager to fill the department head
vacancy.
The City Manager authorized the Office of Human Resources to launch the recruitment for the Chief
Information Officer in September 2015. The City received more than 200 applications for the
position. Six (6) candidates were invited to interview. Mr. Zamanian was one of two finalist
recommended by the recruitment panel, (which was comprised of Information Technology subject
matter experts, a City Management/Administrative representative and Police Chief).
During the interim period as Chief Information Officer/Department Director, Mr. Zamanian led the
Information Services Department through many accomplishments and helped re -energize the
Department in line with its Statement of Purpose: "Our team of technology professionals, in
partnership with each department and the community, is dedicated to actively leading, supporting
and advancing innovative and reliable technology solutions."
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Under his direction, a few of the accomplishments include:
• Used in-house resources to redesign the City website saving the City $150,000 in
development costs, and implemented many new self-service, online resources and
applications for citizens.
• Instituted regular team building and staff development workshops and policies to
increase internal communication and developed a customer service policy to improve
quality of service.
• Implemented citywide technology project management standards and established
regular meetings with departments to enhance communication with departments.
• Managed a fiscally responsible budget and planned, developed, and submitted the
Department's 2016/17 fiscal year budget.
A full list of Department accomplishments over the past six months, during the interim term of Mr.
Zamanian, is included as "Attachment 3."
Under the City Charter, the City Manager is responsible for the proper administration of all affairs of
the City, to include under Section 401 (a), to "Appoint, promote, demote, suspend or remove
department heads, officers and employees of the City except elective officers and the Chief of
Police." Huntington Beach Municipal Code Section 2.114.020, Chief Information Officer —
Appointment, states the "The Chief Information Officer shall be the head of the department and
such Chief Information Officer shall be appointed by the City Manager."
Accordingly, based on the outcome of the recruitment process and the actions of Mr. Zamanian
during the interim period, the City Manager will appoint Mr. Zamanian as the Chief Information
Officer pending approval by the City Council of the Employment Agreement, effective August 1,
2016. The Employment Agreement contains terms and conditions consistent with prior City Council
approved Employment Agreements for Department Heads and the Non -Associated Salary and
Benefit Resolution. The contractual compensation is recommended at Non-Associated/Executive
Management Pay Grade NA 0479, Control Point, less 4.89% (effectively halfway between starting
salary and the Control (mid) Point of the salary schedule for the position). The effective annual
salary is $161,112, which is approximately 5% above the current annual compensation.
Environmental Status:
N/A
Strategic Plan Goal:
Enhance and Maintain City Service Delivery
Attachment(s):
1. Chief Information Officer Recruitment Brochure
2. Resume
3. Department Accomplishments/Supplemental Information
4. Employment Agreement
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TACHMENT #1
The City of Huntington Beach is located on the shore of the
Pacific Ocean in northwestern Orange County, 40 miles south
of Los Angeles and 90 miles north of San Diego. As the fourth
largest city in Orange County, with a population near 200,000
residents, Huntington Beach is known as "Surf City" due to its
abundance of beaches, sunny, warm Mediterranean climate and
casual lifestyle. Huntington Beach covers 28 square miles of
land, 26 square miles of water, and is the 24th largest city in
California. With nearly 10 miles of uninterrupted beach along
the Pacific Ocean, the City also plays host to an annual visitor
population of over 11 million people, especially during the sum-
mer, special events, and weekends.
The crown jewel of the recreational system is the nearly 10 miles
of spacious sandy beach with one of the largest pleasure piers
in the world. The City's park system includes 58 public parks, a
dog beach, riding stables and the largest city -owned and oper-
ated regional park in Orange County — Huntington Central Park.
Also within the City's boundaries are five recreation centers (in-
cluding a senior center), three miles of equestrian trails, two
golf courses, 72 tennis courts, a marina and a protected wildlife
preserve. Running parallel to Pacific Coast Highway and just
steps from the ocean is an eight -mile strand perfect for biking,
inline skating, jogging, or a leisurely stroll.
The City is centrally located to all major attractions in Orange
County including the Disney Resorts, the Orange County Per-
forming Arts Center and Repertory Theater, and the Long Beach
Aquarium of the Pacific. The City is home to the International
Surfing Museum, Surfing Walk of Fame, Surfing Hall of Fame,
Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, Huntington Harbour, and the
Huntington Beach Art Center. Huntington Beach draws some
of the largest crowds in the world to such professional sporting
events as the U.S. Open of Surfing, Van's World Championship
of Skateboarding, and AVP Pro Beach Volleyball.
There are 35 elementary schools, five public high schools, and
one community college (Golden West College) located within
Huntington Beach. The City has a world -class library located
within the 365-acre Central Park as well as four additional
branch libraries. In addition, Orange Coast College; the Univer-
sity of California, Irvine; and California State Universities at Long
Beach and Fullerton are located in close proximity.
There are over 117,000 households within a five -mile radius of
the Huntington Beach Civic Center. The average family house-
hold income is $122,851, ranking one of the highest in the na-
tion based on the top 100 largest cities in the country. The 2012
Median Home Value was $666,000.
Founded in the late 1880s, Huntington Beach was incorporated
as a Charter City in 1909. Huntington Beach has a City Council/
City Manager form of government. The City Council has seven
members who are elected at large, on a non -partisan basis, to
four-year overlapping terms. City Council members are limited to
two consecutive 4-year terms. The position of Mayor is filled on
a rotating basis. There are three elected department heads: the
City Attorney, City Clerk, and City Treasurer.
The City of Huntington Beach is organized into 13 major depart-
ments including Police, Fire, City Manager, Community Develop-
ment, Library Services, City Treasurer, City Clerk, City Attorney,
Public Works, Finance, Community Services, Human Resourc-
es, and Information Services.
The City has approximately 1,400 full and part-time employees
and a total budget of approximately $344 million.
The Information Services Department prioritizes, coordinates,
and implements technology initiatives that are consistent with
the strategic goals and resources of the City. This includes iden-
tifying new approaches and emerging technologies that respond
to the unique operational needs of City departments and the
changing demands for delivery of City services
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timely and successfully implemented. The CI tD e expected
' Chief informatsori icer is responsible r E development to identify best practices for enhancing service delivery and
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The City is seeking a Chief Information Officer who will be a
visionary with exceptional collaborative leadership skills as well
as strong communication and project facilitation skills. A high
level of creativity and responsiveness, along with a focus on
providing excellent service is critical to this role. As a member
of the City management team, a team -oriented style with a com-
mitment to results in promoting the short- and long-term value of
technological innovation is essential. The CiO must possess a
deep understanding of information technology services and the
emerging trends within the field related to public -sector service
delivery.
Candidates must have significant career experience and a verifi-
able record of success and stable work history. Due to the City's
size, scope, and complexities, broad management skills and a
sophisticated and innovative approach to strategic information
technology management operations and planning experience
are essential.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university in information management,
computer science, GIS, or a directly related field; a Master's
degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or re-
lated field preferred. Five (5) years of information technology
experience at the department director or deputy director equiva-
lent level is required.
In addition, the CIO will have the knowledge, skill, and ability to
handle the following essential duties:
Advance the City's vision for establishing and implementing
cutting -edge technological applications in public sector ser-
vice delivery;
Facilitate the acquisition and implementation of state of the
art computer hardware and software systems based upon
current trends in the industry;
Ensure effectiveness of daily operations and activities; pro-
vide management direction by expediting workflow and en-
suring achievement of departmental work programs through
coordination of assigned staff responsibilities;
Act as the City representative on major information systems
and technology projects;
Develop, plan, and implement information systems goals and
objectives for the City; establish and administer department
budget, policies, and procedures;
Coordinate information technology and systems activities with
those of other departments and outside agencies and orga-
nizations;
Conduct research and develop recommendations on citywide
work methods, operating policies and procedures, programs,
services, and other administrative issues; observe program
operations; analyze findings and implications; prepare and
present staff reports and communicate with a variety of stake-
holders; and
Negotiate highly complex information systems and technol-
ogy contracts and provide solutions on a variety of techno-
logical, fiscal, and special projects, especially those having
significant impact upon the City.
The annual salary for this position is within an established range
up to $188,552 and will be dependent upon the qualifications
and experience of the selected candidate. In addition, benefits
are provided; which include:
Retirement
Classic Members: California PERS; 2.5% at 55 miscellaneous
benefit formula. Employees contribute 8% of the employee -
share.
New Members: California PERS; 2%fl at 62 miscellaneous benefit
formula. Employees contribute 6.25%.
The City does not pay into Social Security.
Insurance. Health (medical/dental/vision), life, and long-term
disability insurance provided by City (employees contribute to-
wards health insurance). IRS Section 125 medical and depen-
dent care reimbursement plan (FSA) is available.
Leave: General leave 176 hours per year for the first five (5)
years of service - in lieu of sick and vacation; 80 hours of execu-
tive leave per calendar year.
Holidays: Ten (10) paid holidays annually.
Auto Allowance; $500 per month.
Deferred Compensation Plans, 457 and 401(a) plans are avail-
able.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Interested candidates may apply for this career opportunity by
submitting a resume and compelling cover letter detailing how
their experience matches the City's best interests, and current
salary information to: appiy@ralphandersen.com by Monday,
October 26, 2015.
All candidates will be evaluated and only those qualified appli-
cants determined to be "most qualified" will be advanced in the
selection process. Ralph Andersen & Associates will determine
top tier candidates to present to the Interview Panel (anticipated
for mid -to -late November 2015).
Candidates should be aware that a thorough investigation of
personal and professional history and background will be per-
formed prior to appointment. This review includes, but is not lim-
ited to work, education, military, internal/external investigations,
criminal, civil, and financial information. Prior to appointment,
the selected candidate must successfully complete a required
comprehensive medical examination, which may include drug
screening.
This is a highly confidential search process. References will
not be contacted until mutual interest has been established to
ensure the confidentiality of this process. Confidential inquiries
are welcomed and should be directed to Heather Renschler,
Ralph Andersen & Associates, at (916) 630-4900.
The City of Huntington Beach is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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BEHZAD ZAMANIAN
Technology Executive:
Visionary and goal -oriented Information Technology (IT) executive with demonstrated hands-on experience in
planning, developing, and implementing cutting edge technology solutions to address business opportunities.
Strong records of success in building and reestablishing robust technology departments and organizations.
Change agent and problem solver with proven ability to bring the benefits of technology to solve business
problems while managing costs and risks.
Core Competencies:
IT Strategic, Planning
Technology Governance
Project Portfolio Management
Process Reengineering and Improvement
Business Systems & Enterprise Applications
Organizational Behavior and Structure
Public Safety Systems & Technologies
Project & Application Portfolio Management
Budget and Contract Administration
Project Management & Global IT Delivery
Team Building & Development
Change Management & Customer Service
Education:
Web Services and Technologies
Training and Development
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Government Regulatory Compliance
Applications Design & Development
Database Administration / Data Veining
High Availability / Disaster Recovery
Systems Security
Messaging Systems / Thin Client Computing
Virtualization / Consolidation / Green Computing
Cloud Computing / SaaS / HaaS
Data Networks and Security
Certified Government Chief Information office (CGCIO), Rutgers School of Public Affairs & Administration
Business Administration Coursework (MBA), University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Science in Computer Information System (CIS), California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Leadership Action Leadership Program, City of Huntington Beach
Robert Mayer Leadership Academy, Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce
Information Technology Certification Program, University Extension, UCI
Project Management Certifications
Process Change Management Credential, Associated Management
Numerous Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Technical Certifications and Credentials
Examples of Relevant Projects and Achievements:
• Current major projects include the Orange County 800mhz radio upgrade, utility billing system
replacement, electronic land management software, replacement of Mobile Data Computers (MDC)
for field staff citywide, enterprise surveillance system replacement, agenda management upgrade,
digital voting system, network upgrade, classification and organization study, Storage Area Network
(SAN) upgrade, body worn cameras.
• Conducted and implemented multiple Information Technology (IT) strategic plans.
• Implemented city-wide technology governance.
Reorganized a distributed IT organization into a new consolidated department.
• Implemented structured organizational project management practices and guidelines including
application and project portfolio management.
• Led the study and implementation of the City's disaster recovery project including a comprehensive
Business Impact analysis (BIA), Technology Availability Plan (TAP), Application Architecture Design
(AAD), and Continuity of Operation (COOP).
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• Implemented Enterprise Business Intelligence.
• Managed the implementation of comprehensive legislative content management systems including
agenda management system, electronic voting system, and online streaming of meetings.
Led the upgrade and reimplementation of the Police dispatch (CAD), records (RMS), jail (JMS), and
mobile (MPS) systems.
• Managed the implementation of the Oracle JD Edwards financial ERP system.
• Led the implementation of the enterprise recreation tracking and management system.
• Managed the implementation of GIS based automated vehicle location system for Police cars.
• Headed the green computing initiative and modernized City's datacenters with virtualization
technology and elimination of paper intensive processes.
• Managed the design and upgrade of the City's camera surveillance systems.
• Represented IT for citywide strategic plans to streamline business processes such as consolidation of
fleet operation for Public Works.
• Led the implementation and integration of enterprise fleet and fuel management systems.
• Deployed Wi-Fi for City facilities and implemented VOIP telephone system.
• Implemented mobile policy and Mobile Device Management (MDM) system.
• Architected and implemented a paperless legislative management process for the City.
• Led the migration efforts to retire mainframe legacy systems and applications -to Client/Server and
web based solutions.
• Identified opportunities and established online presence by building and implementing numerous self-
service and online applications such as employee self-service, payment and permit portal, crime
report, citizens request management, and other web based applications.
• Implemented state of the art multimedia systems for all City facilities.
• Managed the development and implementation of numerous compliance projects such as, Section
508, PCI DSS, and Department of Justice security protocols.
• Revamped the library infrastructure and applications by implementing new cataloging system, public
Wi-Fi, upgrading/replacing all library applications, networks, and systems.
• Led numerous City Council efforts and initiatives to implement online solutions and make City hall
more accessible via Internet and new technology.
• Managed the implementation of enterprise -wide document imaging implementation system.
• Managed the design and implementation of several Oracle ERP modules and applications.
• Developed plans and implemented numerous technology related administrative regulation such as
email use guidelines, record retention, and computer use policy.
• Overhauled the purchasing process to ensure audit control for technology related acquisitions.
• Led the design, development, and implementation of HBSMS enterprise work order and asset
management system.
• Instructed higher education courses for UC Irvine and Cal State Fullerton.
• Managed citywide implementation of thin client computing and application virtualization.
• Managed the implementation of numerous citywide initiatives such as implementing enterprise
systems, establishing citywide technology related policies and procedures, developing and
implementing automated processes to improve operational efficiency.
• Deployed Automated Meter Reading (AMR) system.
• Led numerous website and self-service projects and initiatives.
• Revamped datacenters and implemented citywide Storage Area Network (SAN).
• Managed the development of centralized GIS and implementation of structured address update
policy and procedures.
• Led numerous Council initiatives and projects such as mobile website and citizens notification
system.
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• Directed all facets of the City's business systems and public safety systems including enterprise
applications, public safety systems, project management office, technology governance,
database administration, web services, programming and development, Geographic Information
Systems (GIS), technical support, training and development, and related systems, services, and
components.
Experience:
City of Huntington Beach =- Huntington Beach, CA-112004 to Present
Business Systems Manager: 112004 — 512010
Acting Director of Information Services: 11/2004— 1012005
Deputy Director / Business & Public Safety Systems Manager: 512010 — 7/2015
Interim Chief Information Officer: Present
Reporting to the City Manager, responsible for directing; planning, organizing, and managing the
Information Services Department for the City of Huntington Beach. Direct the planning, assessment,
and implementation of technology solutions citywide. Responsible for the development of the City's
overall information systems strategy, coordinating technology planning, and overseeing the
implementation of short and long term technology goals. Direct and coordinate all facets of the City's
information technology functions including project management office, business systems, public safety
systems, technology governance, infrastructure, communications, customer service, operations, and
geographic information systems related services. Example of duties:
• Champion the innovative use of emerging technologies in all City operations.
• Plan, assign, control, and direct the operation of the department.
• Align department initiatives with citywide strategic goals and objectives.
• Build relationships and act as the strategic partner to City departments.
• Design, plan, and recommend automated processes to improve service delivery methods and
procedures; conduct and implement IT strategic plans.
• Develop and establish department guideline, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders to identify needs, evaluate and implement
efficient technology solutions.
• Assign responsibilities and establish lines of authority; evaluate the effectiveness of programs and
management personnel.
• Conduct studies and analysis and recommend solution -based technology processes.
• Work with Council and Administration on critical technology initiatives.
• Manage technology governance and participate in strategic analysis operational processes.
• Negotiate complex technology contracts to facilitate the acquisition and implementation of state of the
art hardware and software and enhance service delivery.
• Oversee citywide technology projects and establish project management standards and guidelines.
• Design, develop, implement, operate, and maintain technology plan and systems for all departments..
• Lead the City's efforts to develop effective short and long term technology plans to address ever -
changing needs for effective technology solutions.
• Responsible for overall technology vision and coordination of technology divisions.
<- • Responsible for developing and maintaining continuous efforts to improve operational efficiency,
decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work both independently and
cooperatively to provide quality service.
• Advocate change and educate stakeholders on essential and emerging technological trends.
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• Oversee and coordinate technology divisions and functions including business systems, public safety
systems, operations, GIS, and customer service, infrastructure, networking, communications, project
management office, and related services.
• Provide leadership in the planning, design, development, and implementation of technology solutions.
• Ensure department's activities are consistent and compliant with legal mandates and generally
accepted practices.
• Responsible for overall technology vision and management of enterprise systems and applications
such as financial ERP, SCADA Control System, utility billing, document imaging, electronic messaging
systems, City Internet/intranet/Extranet, and all other enterprise applications.
• Direct all facets of the City's business systems and public safety systems and applications such as
CAD, RMS., 800MHz radios, DOJ systems, financial ERP, land management system, utility billing
software, and all other mission critical systems, applications, software, and hardware.
• Attend Council meeting, executive team meeting, and head the technology governance committee.
• Provide leadership to assure that department staff deliver the highest quality of customer service to
internal and external customers.
• Direct all facets of City's database administration, web services, programming and development,
networking and communications, project management, technical support, email and messaging, office
automation, training and development, GIS, internet and intranet, application infrastructure, customer
service and related services.
• Administer a fiscally responsible budget and manage technology contracts and vendors.
• Establish and maintain regulatory compliance measures such as Department of Justice (DOJ) and
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS).
• Provide direction and supervision to information technology managers and staff; interview, hire, and
evaluate performance. Determine the level of and nature of specialized training required to keep IT
staff current with emerging technologies.
• Constantly seek automation opportunities to expand client relationship and satisfaction.
• Develop and administer policies and procedures, short and long-term plans and establish
measurements of efficiencies.
• Oversee the purchase, development, installation, testing, documentation, training, and maintenance of
citywide technology solutions, systems, and applications.
• Establish, maintain, collect and report metrics regarding efficiency, effectiveness and reliability of the
information technology services and systems. Manage continuous process improvement plan to
support a proactive customer service support model.
• Recruit, evaluate, and monitor progress of staff; establish measures of accountability; manage, select,
train, motivate, and evaluate staff; identify, plan, and create training plans with an emphasis on cross
training; conduct performance reviews and take corrective action if needed.
• Plan and implement infrastructure projects and implement security measures.
• Represent the City at local, regional, or state events, functions, and conferences.
• Establish and maintain a system of procedures for use and control of City technology systems. Plan
and direct the implementation of programs and special projects.
• Implement, integrate, and administer technology hardware and software solutions. Perform and
delegate authority to managers and supervisors to engage in employment activities related to hiring,
promotion, transfer, training, discipline, and termination.
• Coordinate and facilitate the strategic and operational alignment of information technology projects
and divisions. Continuously evaluate, assess, and monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of IT
service delivery.
• Conduct analysis and studies to implement solution based technology tools for improved operational
processes.
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University of California, Irvine — Irvine, CA - 1993 to 2005
University Advancement, Web Services Manager & Systems Architect: 1999-2005
Graduate School of Management, Administrative Computing Manager: 1993-1999
• Responsible for the planning, budget, and development life cycle of key technology projects and
strategic initiatives.
• Directed the development and implementation of measures ensuring the integrity and availability of
the University's systems and applications.
• Managed campus -wide initiatives and worked with the campus .central computing departments on
campus -wide applications, systems, and solutions.
• Developed policies,and procedures, short and long-range plans for various systems and projects.
• Participated in the development and implementation of department goals, programs and activities.
• Designed, developed, and implemented networks, applications, security platforms, and related
components.
• Managed and planed projects including acquisition, integration, installation, configuration, and
implementation of systems and applications.
• Developed policy and procedure to maintain standards for infrastructure, security, database
administration, programming, and development.
• Managed programmers to build online applications and data warehouse systems using C Sharp, VB,
VBA, ASP, ASP.NET, SQL Server, and Oracle.
® Designed, implemented, and managed firewalls and thin client computing farms. Hands-on
responsibilities included but not limited to analysis, design, development, implementation, and support
of online web based database applications using ASP, .NET, SQL, VB, and VBA; Design of networks
and implementation of VPN, firewall, Citrix, and network security.
• Led technical support activities and responded to escalated issues.
Managed part time staff work; assigned tasks and projects; monitored development work flow;
reviewed and evaluated work products, methods, and procedures.
• Pursued better methods and new ideas for improvements and proposed automation opportunities to
address user needs.
• Developed and instructed technology classes.
• Designed, developed, and administered complex enterprise applications such as financial ERP,
databases, networks, and systems. Designed and developed many web based applications including
the Alumni web portal, online donation website, CEO Roundtable social networking website.
Miscellaneous Assignments / Contracts:
1999: Bergen Brunswig, Senior Database Administrator (DBA) and Architect
1998: Teletrac Inc., Programming and Development Manager Consultant
1997: Crystal Cathedral, Database Administration Consultant
1997: California State University, Fullerton, Computer Science, Instructor
1997: First American Title Insurance, Data warehouse Developer Consultant
1995: University of California, Irvine, University Extension, Instructor
1991: Associated Travel Management, Application Developer
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Professional Associations Membership:
2004-Present: Municipal Information Systems Association of California (MISAC)
2014-Present: the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO)
2004-Present: Quest International User Group
Awards:
2012: Quality IT Practices Award - Municipal Information Systems Association of California (MISAC)
2011: Innovation - Municipal Information Systems Association of California (MISAC)
2009: Excellence Award - Online Class Registration, City of Huntington Beach
2007: City Recognition, City of Huntington Beach Alternative Commute program
2005: Certificate of Appreciation, City of Huntington Beach Interim Director of Information Services
2005: Network Upgrade Master Plan Recognition, City of Huntington Beach
2005: Information Service Master Plan Recognition, City of Huntington Beach
2005: Superhero Leadership Program, City of Huntington Beach
2004: City of Huntington Beach Library Project Commendation
2003: CASE District VII Gold Medal Award of Excellence
2000: Chancellor Recognition, University of California, Irvine (UCI)
2001: External Relations Internship Program Award of Excellence (UCI)
2002: External Relations Internship Program Award of Excellence (UCI)
Publications:
April 2005: Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) - Online Giving
February 1999: The Journal -Web Based Testing System
May 1996: UCI GSM: Instant Online Feedback for Web
Assistantship:
University of California, Irvine
California State University, Fullerton
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Rio Hondo Community College
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ATTACHMENT
BEHZAD ZAMANIAN
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Continued implementation of 2014 Information Services Master Plan.
Completed the evaluation, selection, contract and RCA process to replace the City's permit system with a new
Enterprise Land Management (ELM) software system. This system will include many self-service and citizen
engagement capabilities.
Completed 70% of the 800 MHz radio upgrade project by replacing 11 radio consoles, 120 Hot/red radios,
and 1,000 handheld and mobile radios citywide.
Upgraded the ProLaw software system for the City Attorney's office to enhance Requests for Legal Services
(RLS) tracking.
Completed the Request for Proposal (RFP), contract and RCA approval for the replacement of the utility
billing system. Currently working on implementing the new billing system with an October 2016 go -live date.
Used in-house resources to redesign the City website saving the City $150,000 in development costs, and
implemented many new self-service, online resources and applications for citizens.
Instituted regular team building and staff development workshops, and policies to increase internal
communication and developed customer service policy to improve quality of service.
Implemented citywide technology project management standards and established regular meetings with
departments to enhance communication with departments.
Managed a fiscally responsible budget, and planned, developed and submitted the Department's 2016/17
fiscal year budget.
Replaced 140 Mobile Data Computers (MDC) for the Police and Planning and Building departments.
Implemented many new online services and websites including Public Works projects, coyote tracking and
transparency websites.
Upgrade Library networks for high-performance, high -bandwidth networking services through the
implementation of the California Research and Education Network (CaIREN).
Managed the network connectivity, video surveillance, and PC rollout for the new senior center building.
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EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AND BEHZAD ZAMANIAN
THIS AGREEMENT -is entered into this _ �day of )4U & 41JI, 2016, between
the City of Huntington Beach, a California municipal corporation, hereinafter "City," and Behzad
Zamanian, hereinafter "Zamanian."
WITNESSETH
The City Manager has been empowered to appoint and remove department heads; and
The City, through the City Manager, desires to employ the services of Zamanian as the
Chief Information Officer for the City of Huntington Beach; and
The City seeks to provide certain benefits, establish certain conditions of employment,
and to set working conditions of Zamanian; and
City;
The City intends to:
(1) Secure, retain and employ the services of Zamanian; and
(2) Zamanian intends to accept employment as Chief Information Officer of the
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants here contained, the
parties agree as follows:
SECTION 1. DUTIES.
The City agrees to employ Zamanian as Chief Information Officer of the City to perform the
functions and duties of that office as set forth in the Municipal Code of the City of Huntington
Beach and the City Charter, and to perform other duties and functions as the City Manager shall
from time to time assign. Zamanian shall devote his full attention and effort to the office and
perform the mentioned duties and functions in a professional manner.
SECTION 2. STATUS AND TERM.
(a) Zamanian shall serve for an indefinite term at the pleasure of the City Manager
and shall be considered an at -will employee of the City.
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(b) Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise interfere with the right
of the City Manager to terminate the employment of Zamanian at any time, subject only to the
provisions set forth in Section 6, subparagraphs (a), (b) and (c) of this Agreement, and Section
401 of the Charter of the City of Huntington Beach.
(c) Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit, or otherwise interfere with the
right of Zamanian to resign at any time from his position with the City, subject only to the
provisions set forth in Section 6, subparagraph (d), of this Agreement.
(d) Zamanian agrees to remain in the exclusive employ of City for an indefinite
period and shall neither accept other employment or become employed by any other employer
without the prior written approval of the City Manager until notice of Zamanian's resignation is
given.
The term "employed" (and derivations of that term as used in the preceding paragraph)
shall include employment by another legal entity or self-employment; however, shall not be
construed to include occasional teaching, writing, consulting, or military reserve service
performed on Zamanian's time off, and with the advance approval of the City Manager.
SECTION 3. SALARY AND COMPENSATION.
City agrees to pay Zamanian for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement based upon the
Non -Associated Executive Management Salary Schedule, Pay Grade NA0479, Control Point,
less 4.89% ($77.45/hourly/$161,112/annually) or Resolutions or Ordinances from time to time
enacted that govern such compensation.
SECTION 4. OTHER BENEFITS.
In addition to the foregoing benefits, Zamanian shall also receive all such other benefits that are
generally applicable to non -associated employees (Department Heads) hired after 12/27/1997, as
set forth in Huntington Beach City Council Resolution No. 2016-50, entitled "A Resolution Of
The City Council Of The City Of Huntington Beach Modifying Salary And Benefits For Non -
Represented Employees, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated by
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reference as fully set forth herein. The benefits provided to Zamanian pursuant to this Section
may be modified by City from time to time, upon City Council adoption of a successor
Resolution.
SECTION 5. ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE.
The City Manager may place Zamanian on Administrative Leave with full pay and benefits at
any time during the term of this Agreement.
SECTION 6. TERMINATION AND SEVERANCE PAY.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), in the event the City Manager terminates the
employment of Zamanian, and during such time that Zamanian is willing and able to perform his
duties under this Agreement, then City shall pay to Zamanian a severance payment equal to
salary payments which Zamanian would have been receiving over a twelve week period at
Zamanian's current rate of pay in effect on the day prior to the date of termination. In addition,
for the lesser of ninety (90) calendar days after the date of termination or the time Zamanian
secures health and medical insurance through comparable employment, the City shall maintain
and pay for health, medical, disability, the continuation of retirement benefits and life insurance
in such amounts and on such terms as have been received by Zamanian and Zamanian's
dependents at the time of such termination; however, no other or additional benefits shall accrue
during this ninety (90) calendar -day period.
(b)(1) Notwithstanding subsection (a) above, the following reasons shall constitute
grounds to terminate the employment of Zamanian without severance pay:
(1) a willful breach of this agreement or the willful and repeated
neglect by Zamanian to perform duties that he is required to
perform;
(ii) conviction of any criminal act relating to employment with the
City;
(iii) conviction of a felony.
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(b)(2) Prior to the time that the City Manager terminates Zamanian without severance
pay for any of the reasons set forth in Section (b)(1) above, and only in that case, the City
Manager shall provide Zamanian with written notice of proposed termination which will include
the reason and factual basis for termination. Within ten days of such notice, Zamanian may
request an opportunity to respond to the reasons and factual basis provided by the City Manager.
If such a request to respond is made, the City Manager shall conduct a meeting, which may be
informal in nature, so that Zamanian may respond to the notice of proposed termination. At such
meeting, Zamanian may be represented by an attorney of his choice and present evidence or
information relevant to the reasons and factual basis set forth in the notice of proposed
termination. Subsequently, the decision of the City Manager as to whether reasons set forth in
Section (b)(1) exist or do not exist shall be final as between the parties.
(c) In the event City at any time during the term of this Agreement reduces the salary
of Zamanian from its current level, except as part of an across-the-board reduction for all
Directors of City, or in the event City refuses, following written notice, to extend to Zamanian
any non -salary benefit customarily available to all Directors, or in the event Zamanian resigns
following a suggestion, whether formal or informal, by the City Manager that he resign, then,
Zamanian may, at his option, be deemed to be "terminated". The termination date will occur
then at the date of reduction or refusal to extend or such suggestion of resignation within the
meaning and context of the severance pay provision in subparagraph (a) above; provided that the
option to be deemed terminated is exercised by written notice from Zamanian and delivered to
the City Manager within ten (10) working days of notification of such reduction, refusal to
extend, or suggestion of resignation. In that event, the severance payment shall be calculated
from the date Zamanian exercises the option to be deemed terminated.
(d) In the event Zamanian voluntarily resigns his position, Zamanian shall give City
written notice at least sixty (60) days prior to the last workday, unless the City Manager and
Zamanian otherwise agree.
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(e) It is understood that after notice of termination in any form, Zamanian and the
City will cooperate to provide for an orderly transition. Specific responsibilities during such
transition may be specified in a written separation agreement.
SECTION 7. DISABILITY.
If Zamanian is totally medically, or physically disabled or otherwise unable to perform his duties
because of sickness, accident, injury, mental incapacity or ill health, and has provided proof of
the same from a qualified licensed medical professional, he shall be eligible for Disability Leave
upon exhausting all accrued general leave and executive leave, and duty injury leave if
applicable. Disability Leave shall be unpaid and shall be approved by the City Manager for a
time period of up to three (3) months. The length of such time period of the Disability Leave
shall be dependent upon the length of the disability as demonstrated by Zamanian. If Zamanian
is unable to return to work at that time, the City shall have the option to terminate the
employment of Zamanian, subject to the requirements unposed on City by Section 6, paragraph
(a).
SECTION 8. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION.
The City Manager shall review and evaluate in writing the performance of Zamanian at least
once annually, with the first performance review occurring within the initial six (6) months of
employment. That review and evaluation shall be in accordance with specific criteria developed
in consultation with Zamanian and the City Manager. Those criteria may be added to or
subtracted from as the City Manager may from time to time determine, in consultation with
Zamanian.
SECTION 9. GENERAL AND EXECUTIVE LEAVE
Zamanian shall accrue General Leave in accordance with the General Leave accrual provisions
applicable to department heads of the City as contained in the Non -Associated Resolution
(Exhibit "A"). Zamanian will be credited 80 hours of Executive Leave upon his first day of
employment. Thereafter, Zamanian shall be credited 80 hours of Executive Leave on January 1
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of each calendar year. Executive Leave must be used in the same calendar year it is credited;
unused Executive Leave may not be carried forward to the next calendar year or cashed out at
any time. General Leave shall be accrued in accordance with the appropriate provisions of the
Non -Associate Resolution. Zamanian shall provide the City Manager with reasonable notice
prior to taking two or more General Leave or Executive Leave days off.
SECTION 10. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
The City agrees to budget and pay for Zamanian's professional memberships as normally
accorded to Department Heads. Zamanian shall also receive paid leave, plus registration, travel
and reasonable expenses for short courses, workshops, conferences and seminars that are
necessary for his professional development and, in the judgment of the City Manager, for the
good of the City, and subject to budget limitations and to established travel policies and
procedures.
SECTION 11. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE.
Zamanian shall report to the City Manager any ownership interest in real property within the
County of Orange, excluding personal residence. Zamanian shall also complete and file annually
Financial Disclosure 700 Forms. Also, Zamanian shall report to the City Manager any financial
interest greater than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000) in value in a firm doing work for City or
from which City intends to make a purchase. Such reporting shall be made in writing by
Zamanian to the City Manager within ten (10) calendar days of the execution of this agreement
and further within ten (10) calendar days of acquisition of that interest in real property.
Additionally, Zamanian shall report in writing to the City Manager any financial interest greater
than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000) in value in a firm doing work for City or from whom City
intends to make a purchase immediately upon notice of the intended work or purchase.
SECTION 12. INDEMNIFICATION.
The City shall defend and indernnify Zamanian against actions, including but not limited to any:
professional liability claim or demand, or other noncriminal legal, equitable or administrative
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action, arising out of an alleged act or omission occurring in the performance of Zamanian's during
the discharge of his duties as an employee/officer of the City, other than an action brought by the
City against Zamanian, or an action filed against the City by Zamanian. The City will not defend or
indemnify Zamanian for any act by Zamanian resulting in, or involving a lawsuit for punitive
damages. In addition, the City shall pay the reasonable expenses for the travel, lodging, meals, and
lost work time of Zamanian should Zamanian be subject to such, should an action be pending after
termination of Zamanian. The City shall be responsible for and have authority to compromise and
settle any action, with prior consultation with Zamanian, and pay the amount of any settlement or
judgment rendered on that action. Zamanian shall cooperate fully with City in the settlement,
compromise, preparation of the defense, or trial of any such action.
SECTION 13. GENERAL PROVISIONS.
(a) The text here shall constitute the entire Agreement between the parties.
(b) This Agreement shall become effective commencing August 1, 2016.
(c) If any provision, or any portion of any provision, contained in this Agreement is
held unconstitutional, invalid, or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement,
or any portion of it, shall be deemed severable, shall not be affected and shall
remain in full force and effect.
(d) No amendment of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed
by both parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City has caused this Agreement to be signed and executed
on its behalf by its City Manager, and Zamanian has signed and executed this Agreement, both in
duplicate, the day and year first above written.
CITY:
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Fre A. ilson, City Manager
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER:
�Behzad Zama ian
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