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HomeMy WebLinkAbout29-Personnel CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION From: BARBARA DILLON EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES TRANSPORT DIVISION--ESTABLISH ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS Dept: Date: Subject: PERSONNEL NOVEMBER 21, 1996 ORIGINAL Synopsis of Previous Council Action: On October 7, 1996, the Mayor and Common Council approved the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Transport Feasibility Study and implementation of EMS transport in the City of San Bernardino, to be operative .1[~~111Dil (~ ,- % AQN !Z 8~'i1\~CTO 'Nlt--~cV Recommended Motion: * Establish one (1) Program Director (Emergency Medical Services) position, Range 4496, $5,268-$6,403/month. Establish one (1) Quality Manager, Range 2448, $4,147-$5,040/month. Establish one (1) Continuing Education Director, Range 2448, $4,147-$5,040/month. Establish one (1) Education Coordinator/Liaison, Range 2448, $4,147-$5,040/month. Establish one (1) Administrative Analyst, Range 4380, $2,954-$3,591/month. Establish one (1) Administrative Operations Supervisor I, Range 2348, $2,518- $3,061/month. Direct the Personnel Department to update Resolution 6413, Sections Eleven and Fourteen and Resolution No. 96-118. * * * * * * .6/7~/v:7~./?J, /}/./ //Y7) Signature Contact person: Barbara Dillon Phone: 384-5161 Supporting data attached: Yes Ward: Amount: $367.047 (Year One): of which $99.045 is for FY 96-97 Source: (Acet. No.) 501-208-5011 (Salaries Permanent. Full-Time) (Acet. DeS~On) ~ E~rise Fund Finance: J~al6. r;/i. ~ , / FUNDING REQillREMENTS: Council Notes: J a/~/9r, . Agenda Item No. tJ/1 . CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION STAFF REPORT BACKGROUND At the Council meeting of October 7, 1996, the Mayor and Common Council approved the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Transport Feasibility Study prepared by Emergency Care Information Center. The Council also directed the City Administrator to retain Jim Page, Consultant, to develop a business plan and to oversee implementation of EMS transport. This new division, staffed by six (6) full-time employees and one (1) contract employee, will be part of the Fire Department. IE_~4_1I!ijll:a~! As per the EMS Transport Feasibility Study, previously approved by Council: "The Fire Department uses a "constant staffing" configuration to ensure an adequate number of personnel are available for all on-duty crews. The proposed transport model includes 18 new firefighter/paramedics plus a constant staffing factor (equal to 3 personnel) to conform to existing staffing practices. The 18 new personnel would be teamed with existing firefighter/paramedics to form six combination companies. These combination companies would include an engine and an ambulance and have five persons rather than the usual three found in other engine and truck companies. A fire department-based transport program would require a dedicated administrative staff to provide oversight and support functions. In order to group similar activities together, an 'EMS Division' could be formed and all BLS and ALS first responder administrative and support personnel and activities transferred from other parts of the organization. " Jim Page, Consultant, sees each of the administrative positions as vital to the EMS program. STAFFING The recommended structure for the new division is characterized by the following new professional positions: *Pro~ram Director lEmere:ency Medical Services) (U) This unclassified management position would be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Emergency Medical Services Transport Program. *Ouality M~er This mid-management position would monitor organizational performance and identify opportunities and areas for improvement in the clinical and customer service environment. 2 of 21 *Continuin~ Education (C.E.) Director This mid-management position would be responsible for administrative tasks associated with being a continuing education provider agency. He/she would also create and develop community education products. *Education Coordinator/Liaison This mid-management position would ensure that training requirements are met, organize and monitor field training activities, and represent the division at various agency meetings. In addition to the above positions, technical and clerical support would be provided by incumbents fIlling two (2) classifications which already exist: * Administrative Analyst This management position would be directed by the Quality Manager to perform a variety of data collection and analysis tasks. The incumbent would be required to prepare various reports using basic statistical calculations. *Administrative Operations Supervisor I This mid-management position would assist the Program Director and act as office manager for the EMS Division. Additionally, a Req.uest for Oualifications, will be developed to contract with a Medical Director. COSTING The following is a summary of the annual cost associated with the above mentioned positions for year one (1). Salaries are based on a review of the Feasibility Study and consultation with Jim Page, Consultant. Pro~ram Director (Emergency Medical Services) (D) Range 4496, $5,268-$6,403/month Step 1 for 6 months (5268 x 6) +34.9% for all benefits $31,608 11.031 $42,639 3 of 21 Step 2 for 6 months (5532 x 6) +34.9% for all benefits $33,192 11.584 TOTAL $44,776 $87,415 Ouality Manaeer. Continuine Education Director. and Education Coordinator/Liaison Range 2448, $4,147-$5,040/month Step 1 for 12 months (4147 x 12) +28.47% for all benefits $49,764 14.168 $63,932 each Administrative Analyst Range 4380, $2,954-$3,5911month Step 1 for 6 months (2954 x 6) +34.9% for all benefits $17,724 6.186 TOTAL $23,910 $18,612 6.496 $25,108 $49,018 Step 2 for 6 months (3102 x 6) +34.9% for all benefits Administrative Operations Supervisor I Range 2348, $2,518-$3,06l1month Step 1 for 12 months (2518 x 12) +28.47% for all benefits TOTAL $30,216 8.602 $38,818 Total salary and benefit costs for one year equal $367,047. Based on the foregoing, salaries and benefits for the remainder of ilSCal year 1996-97 would be $99,045. Funding will be provided from the EMS Enterprise Fund. The proposed classified job descriptions will be submitted to the Civil Service Board for approval. 4 of 21 TIMELINE Following is a timeline for the proposed hire date for each position: Title Be~innin~ Date Program Director Quality Manager Continuing Education Director Education Coordinator/Liaison Administrative Analyst Admin. Oper. Supervisor I March 1, 1997 April 1, 1997 April 1, 1997 April 1, 1997 April 1, 1997 April 1, 1997 RECOMMENDATIONS * Establish one (1) Program Director (Emergency Medical Services) position, Range 4496, $5,268-$6,403/month. * Establish one (1) Quality Manager, Range 2448, $4,147-$5,040/month. * Establish one (1) Continuing Education Director, Range 2448, $4,147-$5,040/month. * Establish one (1) Education Coordinator/Liaison, Range 2448, $4,147-$5,040/month. * Establish one (1) Administrative Analyst, Range 4380, $2,954-$3,591/month. * Establish one (1) Administrative Operations Supervisor I, Range 2348, $2,518- $3,061/month. * Direct the Personnel Department to update Resolution 6413, Sections Eleven and Fourteen. Attachments: A - Organization Chart B - Proposed Job Descriptions 6 of 21 .) Attachment A z o 0- c~ :.0> '- - mO EI- <DO::: COo Co.. mC/) C/)z '+-<( ~o::: ~I- OC/) ~ w - ,..-- co ~ e e .2 0 .. 1i ""~ ,~ l!5: 1!1iS ~~ ,,~ ..,.. 8..~ u;~ wg> 0.. ,- '" ..,~ me ,0. '~~ .... e", e" ::iEg 'S::iE 'eCl) ~ ~ e "" .., 6 E.... 0( is - cu.9 0 GlGl --r -,- .....- ....0 T I ._.r:; ClGl l.LC) e.= ~ 1 a.Cl 1:: ~ e ~ ~ '?;-" 86 ,_ m -'" Ole: (.) .!! "", c.!!! O::iE 0-' ~ " .., w "' ~ i3 ~ 6 of 21 ATTACHMENT B JOB DESCRIPTIONS (PROPOSED) Program Director (Emergency Medical Services) Quality Manager Continuing Education Director Education Coordinator/Liaison Administrative Analyst Administrative Operations Supervisor I 7 of 21 PROGRAM DIRECTOR (U) (Emergency Medical Services) JOB DESCRIPTION Under administrative direction develops, organizes, directs and administers the Fire Department's Emergency Medical Services division, which includes first responder, paramedic and emergency transportation services. Monitors the daily and weekly activities of administrative and support staff to ensure compliance with program performance requirements. Conducts and coordinates long- term and short-term planning processes. Interacts with a wide variety of constituency groups, including Inland Counties Emergency Medical Authority, in order to maintain high quality services, and performs related work as required. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City department staffs. Develops and implements division operating policies and procedures; organizes, prioritizes, assigns and assesses all division administrative duties; meets with adjacent city and county staff to ensure ongoing enhancement of disaster planning, data acquisition and capability, shared services agreements and compatibility between equipment and treatment protocols; maintains liaison with legal representatives; negotiates contracts with area health care providers; develops and coordinates planning of community education, information and relations activities. Develops performance measures and tracking mechanisms to ensure quality and efficiency of services; recommends and implements programs and strategies which ensure ongoing program competitiveness and viability; prepares and monitors the division budget for adequate control of budgetary expenditures; projects anticipated revenues and recommends rate adjustments. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards City and Department goals, and performs related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business or Public Administration, Business Management, Nursing or Health Administration or a related field and two (2) years of responsible administrative and supervisory experience in emergency medical services. 8 of 21 up to two (2) additional years of specified experience may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required education on the basis of thirty (30) semester units being equivalent to one (1) year of experience. possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. GENERAL OUALIFICATIONS Knowledae of: Principles and practices of office administration, budgeting, supervision, training and public relations~ Modern office equipment and procedures~ Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and report writing~ Business practices as they relate to the operation of an ambulance service. Abilitv to: See in the normal visual range, with or without correction~ Hear in the normal audio range, with or without correction~ Plan, organize and direct a comprehensive EMS program~ Plan and direct the work of, supervise and train EMS supervisory and support staff personnel~ Understand and carry out oral and written instructions~ Express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing~ Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The class of Department. designee. EMS Program Director is a division head in the Fire Supervision is received from the Fire Chief or Approved: Date: JD:PROGRAM DIRECTOR (U) 11/25/96 mw 9 of 21 QUALITY MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Under administrative direction, assists in the development of a comprehensive quality management program. Designs, develops and coordinates clinical and operational studies for purposes of enhancing program performance. Administers infection control compliance procedures and exposure follow-up; and, performs related work as required. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City department staffs. Designs and implements clinical and operational studies, using patient care report data and other sources. Evaluates study results for purposes of enhancing program performance. Monitors system performance and outcomes for trends and deviations from acceptable limits. Initiates periodic reviews of all repetitive emergency service and patient care processes; involves field personnel in analyses and system design alterations. Develops and coordinates field coaching processes for paramedic and first-response personnel to assure consistently high quality performance in the field. Designs, implements and coordinates routine processes for assuring accuracy of data gathered and analyzed. Initiates review of staff performance and assists Medical Director in the development of individual plans for necessary remediation; assists in developing and monitoring the annual program budget; participates in Division strategic planning; acts as management information systems (MIS) liaison between the Emergency Medical Services Division and personnel providing input on organizational performance. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards City and Department goals, and performs related work as required. MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS Sixty (60) semester units or equivalent quarter units in business administration, public administration, fire science, nursing or a related field. Bachelor's degree preferred. Two (2) years experience in the design and implementation of a comprehensive quality management or similar program. Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. 10of_21 GENERAL OUALIFICATIONS Knowledae of: Principles of program development, supervision and public relations; Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and report writing; Principles of research and analysis; Modern office equipment and procedures; Principles of budget preparation and control. Abilitv to: See in the normal visual range, with or without correction; Hear in the normal audio range, with or without correction; Plan, organize and direct a comprehensive quality management program; Plan and direct the work of, supervise and evaluate support staff personnel; Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The class of Quality Manager is a professional level in the Emergency Medical Services division in the Fire Department. supervision is received from the Program Director or designee. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate staff of the Emergency Medical Services Division. APPROVED: DATE: C.B.B. APPROVED: JD:QUALITY MANAGER 11/19/96 mw 11 of 21 CONTINUING EDUCATION DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION Under administrative direction designs, develops and executes the fire department's continuing education (CE) program; selects and produces all CE materials using a variety of media; monitors and administers all activities related to state licensure and county accreditation; and performs related work as required. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City department staffs. Develops all in-house firefighter/EMT-D and paramedic/firefighter training and skills maintenance programs; monitors all quality management data relative to clinical skills performance and operations; confers on, and recommends paramedic training program changes and enhancements to the City's paramedic training program; ensures that the paramedic training program meets all requirements for state and local accreditation. Monitors and tracks all continuing education activities; ensures that paramedic personnel have all required certifications and licenses necessary to meet, and remain in compliance with, the County's accreditation requirements. Incorporates medical, heavy rescue, hazardous materials, and fire suppression continuing education materials into training programs to enhance scene coordination on multiple hazard incidents. Adjusts personnel schedules and station assignments to maximize training effectiveness. Assists in the development of the emergency medical services program's qual i ty management component; performs administrative duties related to infection control compliance and exposure follow- up. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards City and Department goals, and performs related work as required. MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS Must have five (5) years field paramedic experience and three (3) years experience as an instructor in a training/educational environment. A Bachelor's degree in Education, Nursing or Health Sciences, or certificate program in adult education is desirable. Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. 12 of 21 GENERAL OUALIFICATIONS Knowledae of: Education theory and adult learning; Multimedia approaches to learning; Principles of motivation and training; Principles of program development, supervision and public relations; Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and report writing. Abilitv to: See in the normal visual range, with or without correction; Hear in the normal audio range, with or without correction; Develop and administer a continuing medical education program; Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; Motivate and train assigned personnel; Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The class of continuing Education Director is a professional level in the Emergency Medical Services division in the Fire Department. Supervision is received from the Program Director. supervision may be exercised over subordinate staff of the Emergency Medical Services Division. Approved: Date: C.S.B. Approved: JD:CONTINUING EDUCATION DIRECTOR 11/19/96 mw 13 of 21 EDUCATION COORDINATOR/LIAISON JOB DESCRIPTION Under administrative direction, identifies and assists in designing community education programs. Develops systems or review processes which help identify citizen populations to receive increased awareness training in a variety of subjects. Assesses customer satisfaction; coordinates various community subcommittee meetings; and performs related work as required. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and city department staffs. Designs and develops community education programs; develops systems to identify populations to receive increased awareness training; develops systems to identify populations at risk for cardiac arrest and/or limited access to CPR training; develops training programs in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other subjects, including: citizen first aid, using "911" properly, swimming pool safety, bicycle safety, babysitter aid and drunk driving prevention. Designs and develops fall prevention programs that can be conducted using engine and truck company personnel during business hours and targeted toward health maintenance organizations; designs and executes customer satisfaction surveys and other research tools to gather data on the emergency medical services program's ability to meet customer needs; provides telephone follow-up on different cases. Prepares for, and regularly attends, committee meetings with all agencies/customers that interact with the department's paramedic program in order to achieve the most efficient operation of the emergency medical services program; collects and analyzes data regarding the service delivery needs of health maintenance organization customers to aid in providing optimum services; ensures that an organized process exists for developing and implementing department policies, procedures and position statements. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards City and Department goals, and performs related work as required. MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS Sixty (60) semester units or equivalent quarter units in business administration, public administration, fire science, nursing, or a related field and two (2) years experience performing a variety of 14 of 21 public education and relations activities, including public speaking and presentations. Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. GENERAL OUALIFICATIONS Knowledae of: Public education and relations activities including public speaking and presentations; Multimedia presentation and marketing principles; Principles of motivation and training; Principles of program development, supervision and public relations; Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and report writing; Basic research principles and concepts. Abilitv to: See in the normal visual Hear in the normal audio Develop and administer surveys; Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. range, with or without correction; range, with or without correction; community education programs and ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The class of Education Coordinator/Liaison is a professional level in the Emergency Medical Services Division in the Fire Department. Supervision is received from the Program Director. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate staff of the Emergency Medical Services Division. Approved: Date: C.S.B. Approved: JD:EDUCATION COORDINATOR/LIAISON 11/19/96 mw 15 of 21 ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST JOB DESCRIPTION: ~~~~~i~1!ft!! ~;~:~;~~n~n~e~;~~~ :rr:r~;t~no~ ~~:i~~~c~~ municipal issues. Collects, analyzes and presents information, statistical data and financial information concerning City and departmental operations, policies, procedures and programs; and, performs other related duties as required. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City department staffs. Conducts special studies and prepares reports including recommend- ations for corrective action and methods for implementation. Conducts feasibility and cost benefit analysis and audits; researches, analyzes, and provides recommendations based upon findings. Writes and reviews staff reports. Conducts surveys and performs administrative research and statistical or. financial analysis,.. Gatl1ers and analyzes data; ~!!!'!f!!~~~~'~'i.'~~""j'~~Pt~I!!!~~~~~~dU~neds'. m~~:: computers to create spreadsheets, generate charts, create reports and perform data analysis. Represents the City in community and professional meetings. Coordinates departmental activities with other City departments and divisions or other agencies. Makes presentations before city committees, commissions and Council. Incumbents assigned to the city Administrator's Office and Finance perform analysis and financial costing for labor negotiations and employee salary and benefits issues. Page 1 of 3 16 of 21 ...w~ Incumbents will identify sources of potential grant funding. They may assist or prepare grants for final approval: as well as oversee the expenditure of approved grant program funds and prepare required progress reports or other reports needed for documentation of the grants. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards City and Department goals. MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in public administration, business admin- istration, political science, finance or related field and one (1) ~:;:~ preferred. Two years of related experience may be substituted for one year of education up to one year. GENERAL OUALIFICATIONS Knowledae of: Principles of data gathering and presentation techniques: Procedures relating to the preparation and submission of proposals, grants, and contracts: Standard recordkeeping methods: Marketing strategies: Principles of program budget development and administration: Data gathering and presentation techniques: Computer terminal and word processing operations and database computer software. Abilitv to: See in the normal visual range with or without correction: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction: Prepare and present written and oral reports and grants with recommendations: Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to major municipal issues: Establish effective working relations with City officials, and other governmental and private sector officials contacted in the course of work: Communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Page 2 of 3 17 of 21 r ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The Administrative Analyst is in the City Administrator's Supervision is received from Head(s), Division Head(s), or APPROVED: a professional level staff position office or other city departments. the City Administrator, Department his/her designee. DATE: Director of Personnel JD:10510 ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST C.S.B. APPROVED DATE: 11/19/96 mw Page 3 of 3 18 of 21 ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR I JOB DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, supervises the work of clerical, accounting and stenographic employees engaged in preparing, processing, maintaining and retrieving data, records and reports; and, performs related work as required. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES 11111f1_1".I'I'lliI!Mii.~j;liB~gllliIimili!I~lliil Supervises clerical, accounting and stenographic employees in the performance of clerical procedures; prepares work schedules and establishes production standards; analyzes and resolves problems arising from work in progress. Adjusts work assignments, procedures and priorities to expedite work flow; coordinates activities with other departments; investigates and takes appropriate action on complaints regarding ~~~r:;~f~:tr~~ ~;r;~;;~~n:~~,~iliii~~!!iill~i~iitliiIIBtl~i~liimiiii Compiles and prepares statistical reports; participates in cost accounting and budgetary functions; records, posts and files documents and other materials; types change orders; writes IRa ~~"!!!!I!nc:~rchase requisitions; duplicates and colla~~~ Sells plans and specifications to the public; maintains files; audits cost of contractors; checks accuracy of accounts payable and receivable; arranges meetings; prepares agendas; accepts and records requests for use of facilities; operates typewriter, calculator, bookkeeping machine, computer terminal and other office machines. 11I1111I11111~11:llIltlllll'llr~i'"'llilrlrlll1'ltlll~~~~ MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and 2 years of advanced-level clerical office experience to include 1 year of clerical supervision. Typing speed of 45 wpm is required. 19 of 21 ........;~.1t~~1Ji.~!llit~II.1l11~.~_~;lttl_. GENERAL OUALIFICATIONS Knowledqe of: Modern office methods and procedures; Preparation of business correspondence and reports, filing and standard office equipment operation; Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; Advanced record keeping methods; Laws, City ordinances, procedures and governing the department or responsibility; Advanced word processing methods; Computer terminal operating methods; Standard clerical techniques involving classifying, indexing, processing, retrieving and controlling a large volume of records; Principles of supervision and training; Business mathematics; Budget preparation and administration. other regulations area of assigned Abilitv to: -,. administrative office work with minimal direction; Set up and maintain records and complex files independently; Read, understand and apply difficult materials; Understand, interpret and explain a wide variety of laws, ordinances, rules and regulations to others; Analyzes situations and develop effective courses of action; Devise and adapt work procedures to meet changing organizational or specialized needs; Proofread and detect errors in typing, spelling and punctuation; Plan and schedule work assignments, set priorities for, train, evaluate, select and recommend discipline of a moderate to large group of general and specialized clerical employees; Plan, organize and complete special assignments, developing procedures, collecting information, developing formats and preparing finished reports; Use good judgement in recognizing scope of authority; Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Page 2 of 3 20 of 21 "'"""" ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The class of Administrative Operations Supervisor I is a working- supervisory level office management class. Supervision is received from a department 9il1<<~'I'1kl>>' manager. Supervision is exercised over the clerical s~affn'of~the assigned department 911!i~111~1fD' APPROVED: DATE: Director of Personnel C.S.B. APPROVED DATE: JD:20451 Administrative Operations Supervisor I 11/19/96 mw Page 3 of 3 21 of 21