REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Amend the Classification Plan to Add the Newly Established Classifications of Principal Water Pollution Control Operator, Water Pollution Control Plant Mechanic in Training, and Cross Connection Control Specialist and to Change the Classification Title for the Director of Information Technology to Chief Information Officer, and Amend Corresponding Provisions of the Salary Table of the City's Salary Resolution to Reflect the Classification Updates
Report
BACKGROUND
As part of the adoption of the FY 2016/17 budget, the Council authorized the addition of several positions at the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) to reflect upcoming operational changes. Further, in August the City filled the position of Director of Information Technology advertised as Chief Information Officer. This report recommends aligning the City's Salary Table and Salary Resolution with previous Council action and changes in the information technology profession.
EXISTING POLICY
Section 1103, Classification, of the City Charter states that additions or changes to the classification plan may be adopted from time to time by the City Council upon the recommendation of the City Manager.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a "project" with the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378 (b) (5) in that it is a governmental organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment.
DISCUSSION
Addition of New Classifications
As part of the adoption of the FY 2016/17 Budget, Council approved the addition of two new classifications, Principal Water Pollution Control Operator and Cross Connection Control Specialist. In addition, the Water Pollution Control Plant Mechanic in Training classification is recommended to be established allowing for an entry level opportunity into the maintenance function at the Water Pollut...
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