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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Dept:
Date:
Human Resources. .
August 4, e>R \ G \ NAL
Subject: Establish new classification
of Supervising City Attorney
Investigator and reclassify (1)
existing City Attorney Investigator to
new classification.
From:
Linn Livingston
MICC Meeting Date: August 16,2004
Synopsis of Previous Council Action:
On August 9, 2004, the Personnel Committee recommended this item for approval.
Recommended Motion:
Approve the City Attorney's Office request to establish the new classification of Supervising City
Attomey and reclassify (1) existing City Attorney Investigator to the new classification.
Classification and salary adjustment to be effective August 16, 2004, with the following motions:
1. Establish new classification of Supervising City Attorney Investigator, Range 3507, $5,565 -
$6,765/month.
2. Reclassify one (1) City Attorney Investigator position, Range 3477, $4,792-5,824/month, to
new classification of Supervising City Attorney Investigator, Range 3507, $5,565-
$6,765/month.
3. Direct the Human Resources Department to update esolution 6413 and Resolution 2003-
328 to reflect this action.
Contact person:
Linn Livinaston
Phone:
384-5161
Supporting data attached: Ye!'.
Ward:
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS: Amount:
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Council Notes:
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Staff Report
Subject:
The City Attorney's Office has requested the establishment of a new classification of
Supervising City Attorney Investigator. Upon establishment of the classification, one existing
City Attorney Investigator position would be reclassified to Supervising City Attorney
Investigator.
Background:
The City Attorney's Office currently employs one (I) full time and four (4) part-time City
Attorney Investigator positions. The establishment of a Supervising City Attorney Investigator
classification will provide more effective organization of the Investigation assigmnents and staff.
Financial Impact:
Budgeted cost for FY 2004-05
Salary $67,808
Benefits 15.078
Total $82,866
Proposed Cost for FY 2004-05
Salary $72,676
Benefits 15.502
Total $88,178
The total annual cost to implement the new classification and proposed reclassification is
approximately $5,300.
The additional cost will be absorbed in the existing budget through Personnel Savings.
Recommendation:
I. Establish new classification of Supervising City Attorney Investigator, Range 3507, $5,565 -
$6,765/month.
2. Reclassify one (I) City Attorney Investigator position, Range 3477, $4,792-5,824/month, to
new classification of Supervising City Attorney Investigator, Range 3507, $5,565-
$6,765/month.
3. Direct the Human Resources Department to update Resolution 6413 and Resolution 2003-
328 to reflect this action.
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
SUPERVISING CITY ATTORNEY INVESTIGATOR
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the
class. Specifications are!!!!! intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under direction, supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for
conducting investigations of violations of City codes and tort cases; and performs related work as
required.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
The class of Supervising City Attorney Investigator is a working-supervisory level field management
class. Supervision is exercised over the City Attorney Investigators assigned to the City Attorney's
Office.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The following duties are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these
duties and/or may perform similar related duties not listed here:
I. Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City department staffs.
2. Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for
conducting investigations of violations of City codes and tort cases.
3. Adjusts work assignments, procedures, and priorities to expedite work flow; investigates and takes
appropriate action on complaints regarding operations and personnel supervised; participates in the
training and evaluation of personnel to ensure efficient operations.
4. Conducts field investigations and appears in court; performs investigations of violations of City codes
and tort cases as directed by the City Attorney.
5. Locates and interviews suspected persons and witnesses, and analyzes and evaluates their testimony;
prepares support material for cases; searches and obtains factual evidence.
6. Assists legal staff in trials and witness reports; interprets and explains provisions of laws, rules, and
regulations related to the purpose of investigations.
7. Performs aU aspects of investigations including conducting interviews, securing evidence,
establishing facts, preparing reports on the results of investigations, and making recommendations
concerning investigations;
8. Assists attorneys representing the City in aU aSPCCts of case preparation, including service of process
and obtaining witness statements as may he required;
9. Participates in the selection and training of personnel by interviewing candidates and recommends
hiring, promotion, discipline and termination to the City Attorney;
10. Directs work by establishing and implementing guidelines and procedures for the investigation of
cases that are the responsibility of the City Attorney's Office;
II. Instructs investigative staff as to their duties and department procedures and policies through training
sessions, on-the-job training, staff meetings, and individual assistance as needed to insure consistent
and proper discharge of responsibilities;
12. Receives aU referrals and complaints including phone caUs, letters and written referrals and
detennines the appropriate assignment of cases depending on the nature of complaint, type of
violation and extent of information provided;
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
Supervising City Attorney Investigator (Coutiuued)
13. Reviews all completed investigations for thoroughness of investigative work, accuracy and
completeness of the evidence and documentation for prosecution purposes, in order to determine
appropriate course(s) of action to be taken;
14. Assists the City Attorney in the prosecution of cases by providing a synopsis of cases and providing
case files as requested by the City Attorney to begin the process of prosecution;
15. Evaluates operations of the investigations unit, recommends and implements changes in policies and
procedures;
16. Initiates and assists in the formulation of staff development and training sessions;
17. Testifies in civil, criminal and administrative hearings, and presents evidence as required;
18. Acts as the City Attorney Investigators liaison with other departments and agencies to facilitate the
exchange of information, to establish procedures for obtaining confidential information for
investigations and to assist in obtaining restitution;
19. Supervises Investigators assigned to work with Code Enforcement and/or Fire Prevention Officers on
patrol, abatement cases, and/or specific assignments involving Code Enforcement and/or Fire
Prevention;
20. Prepares and maintains records and reports on investigations and prosecutions;
21. Assures that all required reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner;
22. On assignment, acts in liaison capacity between the City departments and City Attorney's office;
23. Keeps necessary records and prepares correspondence and reports;
24. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards City and Department goals;
25. Performs related work as required.
OUALIFICATIONS
Knowledl!e of:
Principles and techniques of investigation;
Principles and techniques of court procedure;
Principles and practices of criminal and civil law;
Legal rights of citizens;
Characteristics of public entity;
Principles and practices of tort liability;
Principles of rules of evidence;
Thorough knowledge of the techniques, procedures and sources used in conducting investigations;
Good knowledge of the techniques and procedures involved in establishing legal action in court;
Good knowledge of State of California Penal Code and criminal prosecution laws;
Good knowledge of interviewing techniques;
Good knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in investigations for criminal prosecution;
Good knowledge of the rules of evidence;
English, grammar, syntax, word usage, spelling and punctuation;
Principles of supervision.
Ability to:
Gather, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence;
Make recommendations;
Obtain information through interview and interrogation;
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
Supervising City Attorney Investigator (Coutiuued)
Learn, interpret, and apply provisions oflaws applicable to investigations;
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
Supervise, organize, and review the work of subordinates.
Minimum OuaIlftcations
Completion of 60 semester units (90 quarter units) of coIlege level course work in law enforcement or
related field and ten years experience in law enforcement, governmental investigation or related field.
Up to two additional years of specified experience may be substituted for two years of education on
the basis of 30 semester units being equivalent to one year of experience.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required.
Possess or obtain within one year of employment a valid Private Investigator's License issued by the
State of California, Bureau of Consumer Affairs and keep said license current and valid throughout
employment as a Supervising City Attorney Investigator.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Normal office setting with some travel to attend meetings.
l"bvsical: Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in an office setting and operate office
equipment; to travel to various locations.
.Y!!i!m: See in normal range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read smaIl print, computer
screens and other printed documents.
Hearln!!: Hear in normal range with or without correction.
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