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Approval of the Revised Classification Specification for Bus Operator.
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City of Culver City, California
City Council Agenda Item Report
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council approve the revised classification specification
for Bus Operator.
BACKGROUND
The Bus Operator classification specification is being brought to align the
educational requirements with other Transportation Department safety sensitive
positions requiring a Class B driver license with Passenger Endorsement.
In addition, the Civil Service Commission discussed the existing language for
disqualification due to a conviction for driving under the influence during their regular
Civil Service Commission meeting on March 7, 2007. The discussion resulted in a
recommendation that clarifies the minimum requirement language for
disqualification.
DISCUSSION
Staff is proposing to align the minimum educational requirement for Bus Operator
with the other Transportation Department safety sensitive positions. This change
makes high school graduation or equivalent a requirement to ensure that
incumbents can satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job, including:
Meeting Date: 02/11/08 Item Number: A-6
AGENDA ITEM: Approval of the Revised Classification Specification for Bus
Operator.
Contact Person/Dept.: Amy Webber Phone Number: 310-253-5652
Fiscal Impact: Yes [] No [x] General Fund: Yes [] No []
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [x] Attachments: [x]
Public Notification: Master Notification List (02/06/08), Culver City Employees
Association on 01/29/08
Department Approval:
Serena Wright (02/04/08)
City Attorney Approval:
Carol Schwab (by H. Baker) (02/06/08)
Fiscal Impact Review:
Jeff Muir (by M. Noller) (02/05/08)
City Manager Approval:
Jerry B. Fulwood (02/06/08) City of Culver City, California
City Council Agenda Item Report
• Prepare and complete the required records of daily operations, accident and
incident reports; and
• Read and understand department rules and regulations, vehicle operating
procedures, vehicle laws and written instructions during the required training
period as well as throughout the course of employment.
In addition to the above educational requirement change and in light of the
Commission’s discussion staff is recommending revised language that defines a
good driving record within the last three (3) years to include:
• No arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs that result in a
criminal conviction.
• No administrative suspension or revocation of driver’s license for driving
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Since driving is an essential function of the Bus Operator’s job, by adding this
language it clarifies the standard for an incumbent or applicant regarding their
driving record and helps to ensure that the City is employing individuals that are safe
drivers.
The Civil Service Commission approved the revised classification specification for
Bus Operator at the March 7, 2007 meeting (Attachment 3).
FISCAL ANALYSIS
There is no fiscal impact associated with the revisions to the Bus Operator
classification specification.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Revised Classification Specification for Bus Operator
2. Organizational Chart for the Transportation Department
3. Meeting Minutes for Civil Service Commission date 03/07/07
MOTION
That the City Council:
Approve the revised classification specification for Bus Operator.