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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.