RESOLUTION NO. 2024-24
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
MODIFYING SALARY AND BENEFITS FOR NON-REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES BY
ADDING THE DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR / CITY ENGINEER
CLASSIFICATION AND ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach desires to modify the salary and benefits for non-represented employees upon adoption of this resolution; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach as follows:
SECTION 1. Salaries and Benefits for Non-Represented employees is hereby amended to include the Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer as reflected in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated by this reference.
SECTION 2. The salary range for the Deputy Public Works Director/ City Engineer shall be reflected in the Non-Associated Appointed Executive Management Salary Schedule - Exhibit B.
SECTION 3. All other benefits and salary ranges established and reflected in the Non- Associated Employees Pay and Benefits Resolution 2022-09, shall continue unless modified by City Council action.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a regular meeting thereof held on the day of
2024
Mayor
REVIEWED AND APPROVED INITIATED AND APPROVED
Eric Parra, Interim City Manager Marissa Sur, Director of Human Resources
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael Gates, City Attorney
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR / CITY ENGINEER
PERSONNEL COMMISSION APPROVAL: NOT APPLICABLE
CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL:
JOB CODE: 0912
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: REGULAR FULL-TIME
UNIT REPRESENTATION: NON-ASSOCIATED
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
EEOC CODE: OFFICIALS & ADMINISTRATORS
JOB SUMMARY
Under administrative direction, provides oversight and direction of the Engineering and Transportation Divisions within the Public Works Department; assists in coordinating assigned activities with other City departments, divisions, outside agencies, and the public; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Public Works Director in areas of expertise.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Report to: Director of Public Works
Supervises: Professional, technical, and administrative support staff
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer is designated as "at-will" and is excluded from the competitive service of the city and the city's Classification Plan.
Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer differs from the Director of Public Works in that the Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer assists with the management of the Engineering and Transportation Divisions while the Director of Public Works is responsible for the overall administration of the department as well as planning, organizing, and directing all City public works projects and responsibilities.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Oversees the operation of the Engineering and Transportation Divisions' activities and programs; sets objectives and monitors performance of subordinate staff
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR / CITY ENGINEER
engaged in defined duties and activities
• Directs the development of timely division goals, policies and strategic plans; manages the allocation of resources and service levels to meet the city and citizens needs • Advises the Director on all engineering, construction, transportation, environment services, and development services matters, and assists in resolving complex and sensitive issues
• Supervises, coordinates, and reviews all public works engineering activities; determines scope of projects; reviews plans of private contractors; reviews and signs engineering drawings; makes technical engineering decisions; and establishes technical criteria and standards
• Reviews proposed private development plans and conditions of approval • Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the traffic engineering, surveying, mapping, plan check, contract administration, and construction inspections • Supervises and participates in preparation and administration of the annual capital improvement program and budget; identifies short and long range needs to meet the city's goals and objectives to provide quality infrastructure
• Confers with public and/or other agencies on regional transportation planning and construction projects, special engineering problems, and large regional infrastructure projects
• Provides training, coaching, and evaluation of assigned staff • Locates regional, state, and federal funding grants; completes funding applications • Confers with contractors and engineers regarding proposals, specifications, and project issues; confers with community groups regarding proposed improvements • Assists in resolving work problems and interprets departmental policies to staff, other departments, and the public
• Coordinates the Divisions' activities with other city departments, divisions, sections, and with outside agencies
• Serves as staff to a variety of city commissions, boards, and committees on public works engineering matters; represents the city at a variety of meetings • Prepares a variety of reports, correspondence, and special studies • Responds to difficult citizen inquiries and complaints
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR / CITY ENGINEER
• Serves as Interim Director, as required
• Attends leadership, management, and public works training to stay abreast of industry best practices
• Reports to work as scheduled and works various hours, including nights and weekends as required
• Maintains a regular and consistent attendance record
• Performs other related duties, as required
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
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:
Knowledge of:
• Principles and operations of public works engineering, maintenance, and administration
• Ordinances, resolutions, and laws affecting public works operations • Advanced principles and practices of civil engineering including capital improvement program management, land development and subdivision, transportation planning, traffic engineering, and traffic operations
• Principles and practices of public administration, including municipal budgeting, research, analysis, report writing, and presentation
• Principles and practices of effective leadership and employee supervision, including selection, training, mentoring, work evaluation, and discipline • Strategic planning and performance measurement
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Effective customer service techniques
Ability to:
• Provide management leadership to professional, technical, and administrative support staff
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR / CITY ENGINEER
• Manage, supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel • Develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives and procedures for providing effective public works services
• Maintain the confidence and cooperation of a variety of public officials, employees, and the public
• Prepare and administer large and complex budgets
• Allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner • Collect relevant information, evaluate realistic options and responses, and implement appropriate course of action
• Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques
• Prepare clear and concise reports
• Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations related to public works projects
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contract provisions • Communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively, both orally and in writing • Establish effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering. Master's degree in a related field is desirable.
Experience: Seven (7) years of progressively responsible protessional experience ir nunicipal civil engineering programs, at least two (2) years of which at a supervisory or management level over protessional engineering staff, preferably for a California municipality or other public sector organization.
License/Certificates: A valid California Class C driver license with an acceptable driving record required by time of appointment and throughout employment.
Possession of current licensing as a Registered Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering issued by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers in the State of California.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Employees who may drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR / CITY ENGINEER
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Incumbents must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing, and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
Work is performed in an office environment and may require occasional travel to off-site facilities. Job duties involve sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged or intermittent periods of time, and reaching, bending, and twisting at the waist to perform desk work and operate general office equipment, including a personal computer and keyboard, for prolonged or intermittent periods of time. The operation of a personal computer also requires finger and wrist dexterity and the ability to withstand exposure to vibration, pitch, and glare from the computer. Employee must be able to safely lift and carry books, files and reports weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to lift files and reports from counter tops or file drawers. This position may be required to assist staff in performing field work that requires driving a vehicle, walking on uneven ground, and in varying outdoor temperatures. The incumbent must maintain professional composure and use good judgment in pressure situations.
Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
EXHIBIT A
EXHIBIT 1
NON-ASSOCIATED APPOINTED EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT SALARY SCHEDULE Effective January 1, 2025*
Starting Control High
Point Point Point
Job Pay
No Description Range A B C D E F G
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
0591 City Manager NA0591 Per 139.86 153.85
Contract
0029 Interim City Manager 289 98.36 103.28 108.44 113.87 119.56 125.54 131.82 0925 Interim City Manager/Police NA0591 Per 153.85
Chief Contract
DEPARTMENT HEADS
0592 Assistant City Manager 297 106.51 111.84 117.43 123.30 129.47 135.94 142.74 0015 Fire Chief 297 106.51 111.84 117.43 123.30 129.47 135.94 142.74 0011 Police Chief 297 106.51 111.84 117.43 123.30 129.47 135.94 142.74 0518 Chief Financial Officer 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 0479 Chief Information Officer 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 0589 Community Development 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 Director
0574 Director of Human Resources 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 0801 Director of Community & Library 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 Services
0010 Director of Public Works 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03
CONTRACT NON-DEPARTMENT HEADS
0593 Chief Assistant City Attorney 267 79.02 82.98 87.12 91.48 96.05 100.86 105.90 0778 Director of Homelessness & 258 72.26 75.87 79.66 83.64 87.83 92.22 96.83 Behavioral Health Services
0845 Deputy Director of Public Works 258 72.26 75.87 79.66 83.64 87.83 92.22 96.83 0900 Assistant Chief Financial Officer 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 0850 Deputy Director of Administrative 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 Services
0855 Deputy Director of 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 Community & Library Services
0840 Deputy Director of Community 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 Development
0779 Deputy City Manager 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 0906 Deputy City Treasurer 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 0699 Deputy Community Prosecutor 206 43.07 45.22 47.48 49.86 52.35 54.97 57.72 *Per Resolution No. 2024-04 adopted January 16, 2024, the range for the Assistant City Manager, Fire Chief and Police Chief were amended.
EXHIBIT B
NON-ASSOCIATED APPOINTED EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT SALARY SCHEDULE Effective 2024*
Starting Control High
Point Point Point
Job Pay
No Description Range A B D E F G
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
0591 City Manager NA0591 Per 139.86 153.85
Contract
0029 Interim City Manager 289 98.36 103.28 108.44 113.87 119.56 125.54 131.82 0925 Interim City Manager/Police NA0591 Per 153.85
Chief Contract
DEPARTMENT HEADS
0592 Assistant City Manager 293 102.36 107.47 112.85 118.49 124.42 130.64 137.17 0015 Fire Chief 293 102.36 107.47 112.85 118.49 124.42 130.64 137.17 0011 Police Chief 102.36 107.47 112.85 118.49 124.42 130.64 137.17 0518 Chief Financial Officer 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 0479 Chief Information Officer 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 0589 Community Development 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 Director
0574 Director of Human Resources 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 0801 Director of Community & Library 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03 Services
0010 Director of Public Works 269 80.61 84.64 88.88 93.32 97.99 102.88 108.03
CONTRACT NON-DEPARTMENT HEADS
0593 Chief Assistant City Attorney 267 79.02 82.98 87.12 91.48 96.05 100.86 105.90 0778 Director of Homelessness & 258 72.26 75.87 79.66 83.64 87.83 92.22 96.83 Behavioral Health Services
0845 Deputy Director of Public Works 258 72.26 75.87 79.66 83.64 87.83 92.22 96.83 0912| Deputy Public Works Director/ City 258 72.26 75.87 79.66 83.64 87.83 92.22 96.83 Engineer
0900 Assistant Chief Financial Officer 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 0850 Deputy Director of Administrative 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 Services
0855 Deputy Director of 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 Community & Library Services
0840 Deputy Director of Community 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 Development
0779 Deputy City Manager 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 0906 Deputy City Treasurer 249 66.07 69.37 72.84 76.48 80.30 84.32 88.53 0699 Deputy Community Prosecutor 206 43.07 45.22 47.48 49.86 52.35 54.97 57.72 *Per Resolution No. 2024-_ adopted - 2024, the range for the Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer is established.