PSPP010819PUBLIC SAFETY, PERSONNEL & PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING
January 8, 2019
Elected Officials Present
Councilmember Mike Nelson (Chair)
Councilmember Neil Tibbott
Staff Present
Phil Williams, Public Works Director
Mary Ann Hardie, HR Director
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. in the Police Training Room.
3. Safety & Disaster Coordinator Job Description
Ms. Hardie relayed the Council approved the upgrade of the existing part-time Safety & Risk
Coordinator position to a full-time Safety & Disaster Coordinator in the 2019 budget. She distributed
and reviewed the updated job description that reflects 75% safety duties and 25% Emergency
Operation Center (EOC)/Disaster Coordinator duties. The duties were drafted with input from the
Police Chief, Assistance Chief and Mayor Earling. It is an exempt position at this time but may be
included in a bargaining unit in the future.
Ms. Hardie responded to questions regarding the compatibility of the two job functions, other cities
that combine safety and EOC duties, division of duties, and ensuring the person interacts well with the
public.
Action: Schedule on Consent Agenda
2. Street Maintenance Worker & Storm Maintenance Worker Job Descriptions (Updated)
Ms. Hardie distributed and reviewed the updated job descriptions for the Street and Storm
Maintenance Worker positions. In comparing minimum qualifications with other cities, Edmonds' were
considerably higher, making it more difficult to attract a diverse, qualified applicant pool. The existing
12-month probationary period provides on-the-job training. No change is proposed in the pay grade.
Action: Schedule on Consent Agenda
Senior Street Maintenance Worker - Cement Finisher
Mr. Williams relayed the Senior Street Maintenance Worker — Cement Finisher job description has
been created to reflect the essential work functions and duties of the two new cement crew positions
approved by Council in the 2019 budget. With the K pay grade, one or both positions could be filled by
members of the City's existing workforce that have these skills. These two positions will do ADA
ramps, build new and repair old sidewalks, etc.; and will report to the Street Lead. Discussion followed
regarding the cost of using an internal cement crew versus a contractor and savings from in-house
design work.
Action: Schedule on Consent Agenda
The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m.