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CC RES 2025-057 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-57 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING A CLASS SPECIFICATION AND ADJUSTED SALARY RANGE FOR THE POSITION OF OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS MANAGER EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025. WHEREAS, Title 2, Chapter 2.46, Section 2.46.030 of the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code, and Rule III, Section 1, of the Competitive Service Employee Rules authorizes the City Manager to prepare, maintain, and amend the classification plan as needed, which shall contain job specifications for job classifications for positions covered by the Rules; and WHEREAS, Rule III, Section 3 of the Competitive Service Employee Rules sets forth the requirement that the classification plan consists of job specifications, which shall set forth a descriptive title, typical duties and responsibilities, essential functions of the position, and the training, experience, and other qualifications necessary or desirable for the effective performance of each position within a job classification; and WHEREAS, the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (the MMBA) imposes on public employers and recognized employee organizations a "mutual obligation" to meet and confer regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment, and thereby freely exchange information, opinions, and proposals to reach an agreement on matters within the scope of representation; and c,, WHEREAS, the class specification of a represented full-time classification falls within the scope of bargaining between the City and Rancho Palos Verdes Employees Association (RPVEA). Labor relations representatives completed the Meet and Confer process with the City, and RPVEA have no objections to approving the class specification for Open Space and Trais Manager; and WHEREAS, the City Council and RPVEA desire to adjust the salary range for Open Space and Trails Manager from $106,986 - $138,955 to a new annual salary range of $134,287 - $174,575, retroactively effective on July 1, 2025 and subject to any adjustments as outlined in the FY 2025-2028 MOU with RPVEA, by accepting, adopting and implementing this resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: The City Council finds the above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference. Section 2: The City Council approves and adopts the attached Class Specification for Open Space and Trails Manager and adjusted salary range provided herewith as Exhibit A and approves and adopts the amended Salary Schedule provided herewith as Exhibit B. Section 3: The amendments reflected in this resolution shall be retroactively effective on July 1, 2025. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 19th day of August 2025. --411° -4114° Mayor Attest: telLetek— ity C STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES ) I, Teresa Takaoka, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, hereby certify that the above Resolution No. 2025-57 was duly and regularly passed and adopted by the said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on August 19, 2025. fb,4434A..) cjty Clerk Resolution No. 2025-57 Page 2 of 2 CLASS SPECIFICATION DATE: 08/19/2025 FLSA: EXEMPT JOB CLASS: P125 Class Specification: Open Space & Trails Manager Resolution No. 2025-57 Exhibit A 1 of 4 OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS MANAGER DEFINITION AND CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Manages and oversees the Open Space and Trails Division of the Recreation and Parks Department, including maintenance, operations, program management, and special projects. Plans and implements public trails systems and open space areas in the City consistent with the City's General Plan, Coastal Specific Plan, Conceptual Trails Plan, Trails Network Plan, Natural Communities Conservation Plan/Habitat Conservation Plan and any other trails or open space plan approved by the City Council. Assists in administration of Department and Division policies, procedures, and services. Coordinates with City departments, public agencies, and open space management partners. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Recreation and Parks Department Director. Provides general supervision to the Open Space and Trails Division, which includes the Open Space and Trails Supervisor, Administrative Analyst, Park Ranger Program, and Open Space and Trails staff. EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS The examples provided illustrate the general scope of the position and are not exhaustive. The City reserves the right to adjust job responsibilities as needed to meet operational requirements, including adding, modifying, or removing functions: • Participates in the development and implementation of Open Space and Trails Division goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; • Perform research and assists in the development of new or amended codes and ordinances; • Interprets and implements the City's General Plan, Coastal Specific Plan, Conceptual Trails Plan, Trails Network Plan, and Natural Communities Conservation Plan/Habitat Conservation Plan with regards to trails and open space management; • Serves as liaison to City Departments regarding implementation and administration of the City’s Natural Communities Conservation Plan/Habitat Conservation Plan; implementation of the Trails Network Plan, and other open space and trail-related matters; • Consults with the City Attorney and/or City Engineer for purposes of establishing or modifying trail easements; • Selects, trains, motivates, evaluates, and manages Open Space and Trails Division Staff; provides or coordinates Open Space and Trails Staff training; works with Division employees on performance issues; responds to staff questions and concerns; makes discipline recommendations to the Director; • Manages and participates in the development of the Open Space and Trails Division budget; including forecasting funding needs for staffing, equipment, materials and professional services. Monitors and approves Division expenditures and implements adjustments as necessary; • Assists in developing annual maintenance plans and goals for open space facilities; inspects facilities to determine safety and maintenance needs; Class Specification: Open Space & Trails Manager Resolution No. 2025-57 Exhibit A 2 of 4 • Oversees and administers in-house and contracted trail and open space maintenance projects; • Oversees and administers contracts and agreements related to the management of the City’s open space areas; • Researches, manages, and administers grants and performs the appropriate associated tracking and reporting; • Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports related to open space management programs, operations, maintenance, and special projects, to the City Council and other boards and commissions as assigned by the Director; • Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of open space management and related fields; • Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect City or Open Space and Trails Division operations; recommends appropriate policy and procedural changes to Director; • Coordinates with intergovernmental agencies in management of the City’s open space areas, including, but not limited to, the California Coastal Commission, US Fish and Wildlife Service, California Department of Fish and Wildlife; LA County Sheriff; and LA County Fire Department; • Coordinates with the City Council appointed Committees and/or the Committee's staff liaison on open space and trails related issues. • Coordinates with open space management partners on open space management related matters, including, but not limited to the City's Preserve Manager (the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy) and private development staff; • Implements the City’s Natural Communities Conservation Plan/Habitat Conservation Plan and the associated City-Preserve Habitat Manager Management Agreement; • Conducts both field and office research activity; • Investigates, compiles and evaluates data and information which may be used for independently prepared studies and reports; • Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations; • Updates and maintains a variety of records, files and other media; • Generates correspondence and memoranda associated with the tasks listed above; • Perform such additional tasks and duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: • Theory, principles and practices of open space management; • Procedures involved in the investigation and enforcement of local and state code and regulations; • Principles and practices of municipal zoning and land use regulations; • Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; • Techniques used in effective interpersonal communication; • Familiarity with trail planning and/or open space management is desired but not required. Ability to: Class Specification: Open Space & Trails Manager Resolution No. 2025-57 Exhibit A 3 of 4 • Select, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of Division staff and train staff in work procedures; • Effectively administer special projects with contractual agreements and ensure compliance with stipulations; • Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, set Division priorities, and meet critical deadlines; • Prepare logical, objective and concise memoranda, reports, correspondence, and staff reports; • Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; • Work independently; • Conduct various types of research involving both office and field work and from the resultant data prepare comprehensive reports or studies; • Collect, organize and analyze technical and statistical information and present such in understandable narrative, graphic and summary formats; • Establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with the public, departmental clients, co-workers, and those contacted in the course of work; • Follow oral and written instructions and apply reasoned judgment when new circumstances warrant deviation from such instructions; • Make oral presentations before governmental bodies and public groups; • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines; • Operate office equipment and computer applications related to the work; • Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing; • Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. Education and Experience: Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be: • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning, Natural Resource Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college OR university and two (2) years of professional planning experience. • A Master's degree, AICP certification, or college level coursework in resource management is desirable, but not required. Licenses and Certifications: • Must obtain American Red Cross First Aid Certificate, AED and CPR Certificate for infant, child, and adult within 30 days of employment. • Employees are encouraged to attend PC 832 training within six (6) months of employment. • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Class Specification: Open Space & Trails Manager Resolution No. 2025-57 Exhibit A 4 of 4 While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may drive on dirt roads; work outdoors and may be exposed to variable weather conditions. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 lbs and occasionally 75 lbs. with assistance. Employees must possess the ability to hike five (5) miles or occasionally more in a day. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees primarily work in an office environment, but at times work outdoors in open space areas. Employees may be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, and road hazards. Employees should demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and members of the public who may express differing viewpoints or disagreements in the course of one's work. COMPETITIVE POSITIONS (RPVEA)MINIMUM ANNUAL SALARY MAXIMUM ANNUAL SALARY Accountant $89,816 $116,761 Accounting Clerk $61,419 $79,845 Accounting Manager $116,529 $151,487 Accounting Technician $69,522 $90,378 Administrative Analyst $87,057 $113,173 Administrative Assistant $72,747 $94,570 Assistant Engineer $99,766 $129,697 Assistant Planner $85,453 $111,089 Associate Engineer $113,744 $147,867 Associate Planner $95,033 $123,543 Building Inspector $82,978 $107,865 Cable TV Station Manager $95,525 $123,750 Code Enforcement Officer $79,833 $104,155 Deputy City Clerk $81,086 $105,411 Engineering Technician $76,445 $99,273 Geographic Information Systems Coordinator $99,748 $129,673 Lead Worker $70,803 $91,966 Maintenance Superintendent $134,287 $174,575 Maintenance Supervisor $87,676 $113,561 Maintenance Worker $63,192 $82,149 Open Space & Trails Coordinator $74,182 $96,435 Open Space & Trails Manager $134,287 $174,575 Open Space & Trails Supervisor $89,017 $115,722 Park Ranger $59,793 $77,730 Permit Clerk $60,254 $78,330 Permit Technician $68,769 $89,399 Planning Technician $71,950 $93,405 Principal Planner $119,835 $155,624 Project Manager $110,863 $144,122 Recreation Program Coordinator $74,182 $96,435 Recreation Program Supervisor $89,017 $115,722 Recreation Services Manager $102,456 $133,016 Senior Accountant $98,019 $127,424 Senior Accounting Technician $81,874 $106,437 Senior Administrative Analyst $102,975 $133,867 Senior Administrative Analyst (Records Management)$89,343 $116,147 Senior Administrative Analyst/Emergency Management Coordinator $102,975 $133,867 Senior Building Inspector $92,974 $120,866 Senior Code Enforcement Officer $90,190 $117,133 Senior Engineer $124,164 $161,413 Senior Information Technician $107,059 $139,008 Senior Maintenance Worker $69,511 $90,363 Senior Park Ranger $65,772 $85,503 Senior Planner $109,340 $142,141 Senior Staff Assistant $59,770 $77,701 Staff Assistant $54,244 $70,517 Traffic Engineering Technician $76,048 $98,865 Effective July 1, 2025 (Adoption of 3.0% Cost of Living Adjustment, COLA) - AMENDED Resolution No. 2025-57 Exhibit B Salary Schedule for Competitive, Confidential and Management positions Resolution No. 2025-57 Exhibit B Page 1 of 3 CONFIDENTIAL POSITIONS (UNREPRESENTED GROUP)MINIMUM ANNUAL SALARY MAXIMUM ANNUAL SALARY Accounting Supervisor $113,612 $147,696 Executive Assistant $80,996 $105,297 Human Resources Analyst $91,661 $119,159 MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (UNREPRESENTED GROUP)MINIMUM ANNUAL SALARY MAXIMUM ANNUAL SALARY Assistant to the City Manager $120,829 $157,078 Building Official $146,168 $190,019 City Clerk $146,168 $190,019 City Manager *$267,800 Deputy City Manager $195,619 $254,304 Deputy Director of Community Development $156,112 $202,945 Deputy Director of Finance $156,112 $202,945 Deputy Director of Public Works $156,112 $202,945 Deputy Director of Recreation & Parks $156,112 $202,945 Director of Community Development $178,442 $231,976 Director of Finance $178,442 $231,976 Director of Parks & Recreation $178,442 $231,976 Director of Public Works $178,442 $231,976 Information Technology Manager $146,168 $190,019 Human Resources Manager $156,112 $202,945 Principal Civil Engineer $146,168 $190,019 Public Safety Manager $146,168 $190,019 *separate contract Resolution No. 2025-57 Exhibit B Page 2 of 3 PART-TIME POSITIONS MINIMUM HOURLY RATE MAXIMUM HOURLY RATE Code Enforcement Officer $36.30 $47.14 Human Resources Specialist $36.37 $47.28 Intern *$16.50 $19.50 IT Specialist $33.00 $42.90 Open Space & Trails Crew Lead $22.51 $29.26 Open Space & Trails Worker $19.57 $25.44 Permit Clerk $26.50 $34.42 Public Safety Liaison $23.12 $30.05 Recreation Leader $19.57 $25.44 Recreation Specialist $25.88 $33.65 Senior Recreation Leader $22.51 $29.26 Senior Staff Assistant $27.08 $35.16 Staff Assistant $23.82 $30.95 Television Producer $29.61 $38.50 Television Producer (On-Camera)$33.99 $44.20 * Not represented by AFSCME; position is At-will and unrepresented The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, District Council 36 (AFSCME) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is set to expire on June 30, 2025. The City and AFSCME representatives are currently in negotiations for a successor MOU. Salary Schedule for part-time positions listed below will remain as-is until negotiations concludes. Resolution No. 2025-57 Exhibit B Page 3 of 3