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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-30-2013 Civil Service CommissionCIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION Tuesday, April 30, 2013 8:15 AM Helling Conference Room (Lobby Conference Room) City Hall 410 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA 1. Fire Chief Recruitment 2. Old business 3. New business Any We handouts will be included in the meeting minutes. r Date: April 25, 2013 To: Civil Service Commission ���From: Karen Jennings, Human Resources Administrator Re: Fire Chief Recruitment Fire Chief Andy Rocca has announced his retirement effective May 13, 2013, and, as a result, we must begin the selection process to hire his successor. Human Resources staff has consulted with the City Manager to discuss the most efficient and effective method for recruiting a new Fire Chief and the following process is being recommended: 1. Recruitment information will be posted on a Fire Chief Recruitment page on the City's website and the position will be advertised via trade -specific and general recruiting websites, direct mail to Fire Departments located in urban Midwest population centers, media release, email notification to the Cityjob notification subscribers, and through both the Iowa and National Association of Professional Fire Chiefs. 2. A detailed recruitment brochure will be made available from Human Resources or the Fire Chief recruitment webpage. All candidates will be required to submit a completed candidate questionnaire (to be downloaded from the webpage) and a resume by the application deadline. We anticipate accepting application materials over an approximately 6 week period ending in June. 3. Following the deadline, candidate materials will be reviewed by Human Resources staff to reduce the potential interview pool to a manageable number. These resumes and questionnaires will be forwarded to the City Manager's office for final screening for interview candidate selection. 4. A selection committee will be appointed by the City Manager. If the Commission wishes to be represented in the process, the Commission may appoint a member to the selection committee. Other City Manager appointees may include a Fire professional from another community in addition to other internal management staff. This group may be split into two interview panels. 5. Candidates will participate in structured interviews and a public "meet and greet" forum, both of which will likely take place in July. 6. Reference checks and criminal background checks will be completed at an appropriate time in the process and second interviews may be conducted. 7. The process will result in the creation of a hiring list for Civil Service Commission certification from which the City Manager will make an appointment subject to City Council approval. We anticipate completing the process in time for an early fall appointment, although timeframes are subject to change. Thank you. I r t CITY OF IOWA CITY Now seeking FIRE CHIEF The City of Iowa City is seeking an experienced administrator with ex- ceptional interpersonal skills and pro- gressive management experience to serve as its Fire Chief. Accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International and guided by a strate- gic plan, the Iowa City Fire Depart- ment provides fire, medical, technical rescue and hazardous materials emergency response to residents in the 27.9 square mile incorporated area of Iowa City, including the Uni- versity of Iowa main campus. For more information on the Iowa City community and Fire Department, please visit: www.icgov.org/firechief The Position The Fire Chief directs the operational, financial, personnel, and policy activities of the department. The Fire Chief will be responsible for an annual operating budget of $7.6 million and a staff of 65 permanent employees. Organized staff are represented by IAFF Local #610. Essential functions ■ Establishes all policies, procedures, and regulations for firefighting, emergency, operational, and prevention standards in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Develops and recommends all fire code regulations to Council for adoption. ■ Performs short- and long-range planning regarding departmental operations with respect to personnel, apparatus, equipment, and emergency operations. Supervises and directs the implementation of such goals, objectives, and plans. ■ Plans, develops, conducts, and supervises the operation of depart- mental in-service training of personnel. Plans and directs public ed- ucation, fire prevention, and community risk reduction programs. ■ Performs various public relations functions to Include contact with the media, public, private organizations, schools, area fire depart- ments, and state and national organizations. ■ Prepares, coordinates, and monitors the annual budget and con- trols the expenditure of budgeted funds. Assists in the preparation of bids on major pieces of equipment and makes recommendations to the City Manager on Capital Improvement Program purchases regarding apparatus, equipment, advancements in technology, new stations, etc. ■ Supervises the inspections of buildings and other properties for fire hazards. Enforces fire prevention regulations and works to attain abatement of fire hazards. ■ Conducts briefings with chief officers to review daily work schedules and discuss staff activities. ■ Supervises the operations of the fire suppression program and co- ordinates activities with Johnson County fire officials. Supervises the operations of the emergency medical services program and coordi- nates activities with local ambulance services and hospitals. ■ Supervises the operations of the hazardous materials response pro- gram and coordinates activities with Johnson County officials. ■ Supervises the operations of the technical rescue program and co- ordinates activities with Johnson County fire officials. ■ Responds to major fire alarms and emergencies and exercises over- all supervision at the scene. ■ Participates in the operations of the Joint Emergency Communica- tions Center as a member of the User Advisory Committee. ■ Works with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in the investigation into cause, origin, and circumstances of fires. P .'C a A.I Candidate requirements ■ Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, public administration, or fire science from an institution accredited by a DOE -recognized accreditation body required. ■ Masters degree in Public Administration or a relat- ed field from an institution accredited by a DOE rec- ognized accreditation body preferred. ■ Over seven years' experience in fire and rescue management required. ■ Valid Iowa Class D driver's license required. ■ NFA executive Fire Officer and CPC (Commission on Professional Credentializing) Chief Fire Officer Des- ignation preferred. ■ Proven skills in fire service management, policy - planning, goal -setting, and employee supervision. ■ Must value diversity, respect differing views and opinions, understand the process of consensus - building, and be relied upon to provide his/her best professional recommendation at all times. ■ Must know how to achieve goals, anticipate prob- lems and barriers, and devise ways to work around or through them. Must be a motivator and leader to his/her staff and be candid and willing to advise the City Council and City staff in an honest and forthright fashion. ■ Must present self well to a wide range of audiences and be comfortable in a highly engaged community with a high education level. ■ Must interact well with other governing bodies and act in a positive fashion with the University and other local officials. ■ A criminal background check is required. ■ City residency is required. Compensation & benefits ■ SALARY SCHEDULE: Current range is $81,785 - $129,584. Salaries are reviewed annually by the City Manager and actual compensation for the Chief is based on merit, following a performance review. Starting salary to be negotiated. ■ MEDICAL INSURANCE: Provided for employees through Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Em- ployees currently contribute $40/month for single coverage and $70/month ($75/month effective 7/1/2013) forfamily coverage. ■ DENTAL INSURANCE: Delta Dental provided for employees, with option to purchase for family. ■ SECTION 125 PLAN: A pre-tax Section 125 plan is offered for insurance premium conversion, medi- cal spending accounts, and dependent care spend- ing accounts. ■ LIFE INSURANCE: Coverage equal to annual salary is provided. Supplemental life insurance may be purchased for self and dependents. ■ SICK LEAVE: Accrued at one day per month. ■ VACATION: Accrued at one day per month for the first five years of employment. Accrual rates in- crease every five years. ■ HOLIDAYS: 11 holidays, 1 personal day each year. ■ LONGEVITY PAY: Longevity pay upon completion of five years of service with increases in five-year increments. ■ DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees may vol- untarily join a deferred compensation program administered by the City. ■ PENSION PLAN: To be negotiated. ■ AUTOMOBILE: The Chief is assigned an automobile for his/her 24-hour use. Application and selection process Applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume, list of three professional references and written responses to the Fire Chief Candidate questionnaire (download at www.lcgov.org/firechief) by 5 p.m. on Friday, 2013. Select candidates will be interviewed by phone, video, or in Iowa City and will be required to complete a City of Iowa City em- ployment application. Following initial interviews, further interviews may be conducted with finalists. Materials should be directed to: DRAFT Karen Jennings, Human Resources Administrator City of Iowa City ) 410 E. Washington Street ) Iowa City, IA 52240 319.356.5025 or jobs@iowa-city.org The City of Iowa City considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other class/ category protected by a federal, state, or local law, except where age, sex, or physical or mental ability constitute a bona fide occu- pational qualification necessary for job performance. Persons who are members of a protected class ore encouraged to apply. The City of Iowa City is subject to the Iowa Smokefree Air Act. City of Iowa City I Fire Chief Pagel of 3 Residents Business Government Visitors �pvvn c�ra. M4PifH 4 I rFire Chief I Recruitmel ��f�k11YE 54� <4 The City of Iowa City is currently seeking an experienced administrator with exceptional interpersonal skills and progressive management experience to serve as its Fire Chief. The Position: For a detailed job announcement including a description of the position and explanation of the requirements and hiring process: CLICK HERE (INSERT LINK TO BROCHURE) Please take a moment to fill out the Candidate Questionnaire: (INSERT LINK TO BROCHURE) Iowa City - The Community. - Offering big -city amenities with small-town hospitality, Iowa City, Iowa has long served as the area's center for art, culture, education, and recreation. Nestled in the heart of the Midwest in the east -central part of the state, Iowa City boasts a vibrant downtown, an extensive parks and recreation system, and is the only city in the United States that has been awarded the prestigious "City of Literature" designation by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Numerous professional publications rank Iowa City among the top communities to conduct business, a premiere center for cultural and recreational activities, and a top place to live for individuals, families, and retirees. Iowa City is well-known as the home of the University of Iowa with Iowa Hawkeye athletics being a regional draw for college sports enthusiasts. The community also offers world -class healthcare facilities, including the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Mercy Hospital, and the Iowa VA Medical Center. Additionally, the city is the location of many private employers such as American College Testing (ACT), Pearson Educational Measurement, Proctor and Gamble, Oral B, and other prestigious businesses and manufacturing firms. The community, which sits along the banks of the Iowa River, is home to more than 68,000 people and is easily accessible via Interstate 80 and the Avenue of the Saints which links St. Louis, Missouri to St. Paul, Minnesota. Iowa City is situated in Johnson County (county population 133,000) and serves as county seat. Approximately 26 miles north is the Cedar Rapids metropolitan area with a population exceeding 256,000. p ' dI Responsive Government Iowa City is governed by a mayor and six council members elected to four-year overlapping terms, with four at -large members and three district representatives. The City Council chooses the Mayor, who is appointed to a two-year term, from its membership. The City Council appoints the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney for indefinite terms. All other staff appointments are the responsibility of the City Manager. The appointment of the Fire Chief is subject to City Council approval. A-Z Index Citizen Service Center Contact Information http://www.icgov.org/CMSv3/Apps/CMS/preview/newPreview.asp?id=2257&pending=tiue 4/25/2013 City of Iowa City I Fire Chief Page 2 of 3 Iowa City Fire Department.' For more information on the Iowa City Fire Department, visit the Departments comprehensive webpage at htto://www.icciov.oro/? id=1255. Application Process Application materials should be directed to: Karen Jennings, Human Resources Administrator City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, IA 52240 319.356.5025 or jobs@iowa-city.org The City of Iowa City considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other class/category protected by a federal, state, or local law, except where age, sex, or physical or mental ability consitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary forjob peformance. Persons who are members of a protected class are encouraged to apply. http://www.icgov.orglCMSv3/Apps/CMS/previewlnewPreview.asp?id=2257&pending=true 4/25/2013 FIRE CHIEF CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE I r CITY OF IOWA CITY Instructions: Please provide typed responses to each of the following questions, making sure that your full name is clearly identified on the document. Responses are to be submitted along with your resume, cover letter, and professional references by 5pm, 1. Describe innovative fire service programs that you have developed or actively participated in and your role in each program. Summarize your experience with developing, implementing and accomplishing Fire Department goals, objectives, policies and procedures and how you have or would motivate employees to maintain good morale and high productivity. 3. Describe what you believe is the role of the Fire Chief relating to the interaction with and between the police department, other city departments, the Mayor, and City Council. 4. Describe your philosophy and experience of using supplemental staff in the Fire Department, including volunteers and paid on call employees. Describe what successes and challenges you have faced in doing so. 5. Why are you interested in this position and how would this appointment fit into your overall career plans?