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CITY OF LYNWOOD
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PERSONNEL BOARD
September 21, 1995 R E E O V E D I
5 PM CITY OF LYNWOOD
CITY CLERKS OFFICE
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CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL
Gilda Acosta - Gonzalez, h Irpers n
Arnold Litke, Vice - Chairperson
George Lewis
Nancy Gilpen
Patrice Bell
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular meeting of August 17, 1995
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STUDIES & REPORTS Request for Closed Promotional
Examinations:
1. Parking Control Officer
2. Housing Rehab Assistant
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
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ADJOURNMENT Regular Meeting - October 19, 1995
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PERSONNEL BOARD
CITY OF LYNWOOD
August 17, 1995
The regular meeting of the Personnel Board of the City of Lynwood, California was
held on Thursday, August 17, 1995, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the
Lynwood City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California. The agenda was duly
posted as prescribed by the Brown Act.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Acosta - Gonzalez called the meeting to order at 5.05 p.m Roll call was
taken by Gail L. Black, Director of Human Resources. Commissioner' Bell was
absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Vice - Chairperson Litke.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The motion was made by Commissioner Gilpen and seconded by Commissioner Lewis
to approve the minutes of the regular meeting, of July 20, 1995 All in favor. Motion
carried
STUDIES & REPORTS
The motion was made by Vice - Chairperson Litke and seconded by Commissioner
Gilpen to approve the certification of the eligibility list for the position of Code
Enforcement Officer All in favor. Motion carried.
The motion was made by Chairperson Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Gilpen
to approve the classification statement for the position of Administrative Assistant to
the City Council. All in favor Motion carried
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Lewis made the motion and Vice - Chairperson Litke seconded to adjourn
to the next regular meeting scheduled for September 21, 1995 5:00 p.m. All in favor.
Motion carried Meeting adjourned at 5.15 p m.
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DATE: September 21, 1995
TO Honorable Chairperson and Personnel Board Members
FROM: Gail L. Black, Director of Human Resources &6-
SUBJECT. REQUEST FOR CLOSED PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS
PARKING CONTROL OFFICER AND HOUSING REHAB. ASSISTANT
FACT
The Lynwood City Code 12 -7 4 Open Examination states: "All examinations, except
those specified in subsection 18 -7.3, shall be open unless it is determined by the
Personnel Board that such examination will be promotional "
BACKGROUND
1 It is the policy of the City of Lynwood to encourage employees to advance and
grow within the organization by allowing promotional examinations whenever
appropriate
2) Mr Gary Chicots, Director of Community Development, has identified in -house
candidates who would qualify to apply for the above positions on a promotional
basis
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the above information, it is requested that the Board approve the "Closed
Promotional" examinations for the following positions Parking Control Officer and
Housing Rehab. Assistant
CITY OF LYNWOOD
HOUSING REHABILITATION ASSISTANT
DEFINITION
Under the general supervision of a Department Supervisor or
Manager, to explain the Community Development Block Grant Program
and financing procedures to interested property owners; to assist
with the preparation of loan applications, analyze loan
eligibility and transmit information; to prepare loan settlement
documents; to perform a wide range of administrative, technical
and clerical program support duties; and to do related work as
required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Provides a wide range of information and assistance to
property owners; explains forms, procedures, rules, regulations
and policies; completes a wide variety of forms; coordinates the
completion of a wide variety of required forms, records and
documents; types and files a wide range of materials; establishes
filing and recordkeeping systems; records minutes for a variety
of committee and participant meetings; interviews applicants to
gather information on eligibility; prepares forms required to
verify income; contacts various agencies for clarification or
information relating to applicant eligibility; computes tenant or
applicant income and determines eligibility; writes letters
informing tenants or owners of changes in status; maintains a
variety of files relating to eligibility determination; gathers
statistical information and prepares reports; takes phone calls
and responds to tenant and owner inquiries or complaints;
performs accounting and financial recordkeeping duties and
assignments; assists other staff in maintaining records and
preparing reports; may provide the services of a Notary Public.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
General policies, requirements and procedures of the
CDBG Program;
Community organizations and resources;
Interviewing and recordkeeping techniques;
Standard office practices and techniques;
Methods and practices of financial recordkeeping.
and
Ability to:
Deal courteously, effectively and tactfully with the
public;
Gain the confidence of property owners to understand
and work with their problems;
Correctly interpret and apply rules, regulations and
standards;
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective
course of action;
Establish and maintain cooperative working
relationships with persons contacted in the course
of the work;
Perform a wide variety of technical and clerical
program support duties;
Maintain complex interrelated records and files;
Type at a rate of 45 words per minute from clear copy;
Speak, write and interview effectively;
Prepare accurate reports;
Read and write at the level required for successful job
performance.
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and
experience which would provide the required knowledges
and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain
these knowledges and abilities would be:
Either - I
Two years of experience performing duties comparable to
those of an Office Assistant II in the City of Lynwood.
Or II
One year of experience performing duties comparable to
those described above for a Community Development,
Housing Improvement, Housing Rehabilitation or related
agency.
City of Lynwood
PARKING CONTROL OFFICER
DEFINITION
September 1991
Under general supervision, patrols assigned areas of the City, enforces parking
regulations and issues citations; arranges for the removal of abandoned vehicles from
City streets; maintains a variety of records; and performs other job - related work as
required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Patrols the City in a motor vehicle or on foot; enforces parking regulations and issues
citations as appropriate including (but not limited to) parking on lawns, in restricted time
zones, in handicapped stalls without appropriate permit, blocking driveways, double
parking, during street sweeping hours; answers questions and provides information
concerning parking regulations; responds to citizen complaints concerning public
nuisance or abandoned vehicles; identifies registered or legal owners for necessary
follow -up actions; notes and reports problems with parking meters; maintains activity and
citation logs; identifies and assists in the removal of abandoned vehicles on City streets;
operates a computer terminal to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; appears
in court and presents evidence for disputed citations; responds to requests for assistance
with traffic control problems; keeps vehicles supplied for work shift; performs routine
maintenance on parking control vehicles; notifies other City staff of major repairs which
are required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of the category of California Driver's license required by the State
Department of Motor Vehicles to perform the essential duties of the position.
Continued maintenance of a valid driver's license and compliance with established
vehicle operation standards are a condition of continuing employment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Basic laws, rules, ordinances, and regulations governing parking
enforcement functions.
• Basic vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
• Office methods and procedures, including maintenance of files and records.
• Techniques and practices of effective public relations.
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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS - (continued)
Ability to:
• Read, interpret, apply, explain, and enforce parking regulations, laws, and
ordinances.
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Safety operate a motor vehicle.
• Operate a two-way radio.
• Work without direct supervision.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
• Operate a computer terminal to input and retrieve data.
• Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
• Write or print legibly.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Memorize details and incidents accurately.
• Maintain good public relations with people contacted during work
assignments.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
and
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would
provide the required knowledges and abilities is qualifying. A typical way
to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be:
One year of responsible work experience in a position requiring extensive
public contact. This experience should demonstrate the ability to deal with
a variety of persons often in stressful situations.
Previous experience in parking control is highly desirable.