Civil Service Commission

CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 333 WEST OCEAN BLVD., 7TH FLOOR MINUTES CIVIL SERVICE BOARD ROOM, 8:00 AM Lawrence Keller, President Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Commissioner Charles Hicks Jr., Commissioner Robin Perry, Commissioner Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Commissioner Kandice Taylor-Sherwood, Executive Director FINISHED AGENDA & MINUTES ROLL CALL Kandice Taylor-Sherwood, Director & Secretary Melinda George, Deputy Director Marilyn Hall, Executive Assistant Gary Anderson, Deputy City Attorney Salvador Ambriz, Personnel Analyst Debbie McCluster, Personnel Analyst Caprice McDonald, Personnel Analyst Lourdes Ferrer, Personnel Analyst Donna de Araujo, Personnel Analyst Stephanie Kemp, Personnel Analyst, Human Resources Stacey Lewis, Assistant Director of Human Resources, Harbor Commissioners Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Present: Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks 1. 14-132CS Recommendation to approve minutes: Regular Meeting of June 18, 2014 Dismissal Hearing 01-S/D-1314 Minutes of May 28, 2014 Suspension Hearing 03-S-1314 Minutes of June 18, 2014 A motion was made by Commissioner Hicks, seconded by Commissioner Smith Watts, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 1 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 333 WEST OCEAN BLVD., 7TH FLOOR MINUTES CIVIL SERVICE BOARD ROOM, 8:00 AM Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks A motion was made by Commissioner Smith Watts, seconded by Commissioner Hicks, to approve recommendation for Dismissal Appeal 01-S/D-1314 Hearing Minutes of May 28, 2014. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks A motion was made by Commissioner Smith Watts, seconded by Commissioner Perry, to approve recommendation for Suspension Appeal 03-S-1314 Hearing Minutes of June 18, 2014. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks CONSENT CALENDAR (2-4): Passed The Consent Calendar A motion was made by Commissioner Perry, seconded by Commissioner Smith Watts, to approve Consent Calendar Items. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks 2. 14-133CS Recommendation to approve examination results: Plumber - 3 Applied, 3 Qualified Senior Surveyor - 10 Applied, 5 Qualified A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. Page 2 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 333 WEST OCEAN BLVD., 7TH FLOOR MINUTES CIVIL SERVICE BOARD ROOM, 8:00 AM 3. 14-134CS Recommendation to receive and file retirement(s): Lee Andrew Wilson/Water Utility Mechanic II/Water (12 yrs., 4 mos.) Dean Michael Crider/Mechanical Supervisor/Airport (28 yrs., 11 mos.) Donald Allen Caldwell/Development Project Manager I HR-Workforce Development (6 yrs., 9 mos.) Donna Hatch/Administrative Analyst III/Police (31 yrs., 7 mos.) A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. 4. 14-135CS Recommendation to reschedule hearing: Suspension Appeal 21-S-1213, Suggested Date July 23, 2014 A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. REGULAR AGENDA 5. 14-136CS RECOMMENDATION FOR PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT - Javon McClure, Refuse Operator Communication from Russ Ficker, Administrative Analyst, Public Works Mr. Ficker was present to answer Commission questions. A motion was made by Commissioner Hicks, seconded by Commissioner Perry, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks Page 3 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 333 WEST OCEAN BLVD., 7TH FLOOR MINUTES CIVIL SERVICE BOARD ROOM, 8:00 AM 6. 14-137CS RECOMMENDATION TO FILE LATE APPLICATION - Administrative Analyst a. Communication from Katrina Reynolds b. Staff report prepared by Melinda George, Deputy Director Ms. George briefed the Commission regarding this request. Ms. Reynolds was present and addressed the Commission and answered Commission questions. A motion was made by Commissioner Hicks, seconded by Commissioner McGilton-McGlamery, to deny. The motion failed by the following vote: Yes: 2 - Rick McGilton-McGlamery and Charles Hicks No: 3 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Robin Perrys and Lawrence Keller 7. 14-138CS RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE PROTEST OF EXAMINATION ITEMS - Fire Engineer Staff report prepared by Lourdes Ferrer, Personnel Analyst Ms. Ferrer briefed the Commission regarding this request. A motion was made by Commissioner Perry, seconded by Commissioner Hicks, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks Page 4 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 333 WEST OCEAN BLVD., 7TH FLOOR MINUTES CIVIL SERVICE BOARD ROOM, 8:00 AM 8. 14-139CS RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE EXTENSION OF EXPIRING ELIGIBLE LISTS (6 months): Staff report prepared by Kandice Taylor-Sherwood, Executive Director Assistant Administrative Analyst Department Librarian Emergency Medicator Educator (1/9/13; 1/31/13) A motion was made by Commissioner Smith Watts, seconded by Commissioner Perry, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks 9. 14-140CS RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE BULLETINS: Staff report prepared by Kandice Taylor-Sherwood, Executive Director Construction Supervisor Gas Distribution Supervisor General Librarian Stacey Lewis, Assistant Director of Human Resources, Harbor Department, answered Commission questions regarding the Construction Inspector's bulletin. After discussion regarding the Construction Inspector's bulletin, the Commission voted to amend the bulletin to a two-week posting and open for filing July 18, 2014 - July 25, 2014. A motion was made by Commissioner Hicks, seconded by Commissioner Perry, to approve the Construction Inspector bulletin as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks Page 5 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 333 WEST OCEAN BLVD., 7TH FLOOR MINUTES CIVIL SERVICE BOARD ROOM, 8:00 AM Rachel Rock, Administrative Officer, Library Services, answered Commission questions regarding the General Librarian bulletin. After discussion, the Commission voted to amend the filing dates for the Gas Distribution Supervisor and General Librarian bulletins to July 3, 2014 - July 21, 2014. A motion was made by Commissioner Hicks, seconded by Commissioner Perry, to approve the Gas Distribution Supervisor and General Librarian bulletins as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks 10. 14-141CS ELECTION FOR COMMISSION OFFICER - Vice President President Keller opened the nominations for the office of Vice President. President Keller nominated Commissioner Robin Perry. A motion was made by Commissioner Hicks, seconded by Commissioner Smith Watts, to approve the nomination of Commissioner Robin Perry for Vice President. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Carolyn M. Smith Watts, Rick McGilton-McGlamery, Robin Perrys, Lawrence Keller and Charles Hicks Page 6 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 333 WEST OCEAN BLVD., 7TH FLOOR MINUTES CIVIL SERVICE BOARD ROOM, 8:00 AM MANAGERS' REPORT Ms. George, briefed the Commission on the progress of the Police Recruit examination, stating that it has been extended for six days to July 3, 2014, and that over 1800 applications have been received. She introduced the three new Management Assistants from the Management Assistant Program to the Commission: Seyron Foo, Master in Public Affairs - Princeton University; Athena Ullah, Masters in City Planning - Massachusetts Institute of Technology; and Andrew Quinn, Master of Urban Planning, New York University. She also introduced two Summer Interns from the Port of Long Beach Summer Youth Employment Program to the Commission: Ana Jeronimo, a senior at Jordan High School and Nicole Sun, 2014 graduate of Poly High School. She congratulated Donnell Russell (perfect attendance) on her graduation from the Supervisory Leadership Academy. The Secretary stated that she is happy to be aboard and looks forward to working with the Commission and staff. She stated that she has conducted a survey, which was completed by all staff, to get their input into the areas of strength and opportunity, and that she is in the process of analyzing the surveys to better understand the nature of the department. She also informed the Commission that she has been scheduling one-on-ones meetings with staff and that she is already meeting with department heads in an effort to build relationships. ADJOURNMENT Page 7 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014 CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 333 WEST OCEAN BLVD., 7TH FLOOR MINUTES CIVIL SERVICE BOARD ROOM, 8:00 AM NOTE: If written language translation of the Commission agenda and minutes for non-English speaking persons is desired, please make your request by phone to the Office of the City Clerk at (562) 570-6101, 72 business hours prior to the Commission meeting. Kung nais ang pagsasalin ng nakasulat na wika ng agenda ng Komisyon at ang minutes para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng Ingles, mangyaring isagawa ang iyong hiling sa pamamagitan ng telepono sa Opisina ng Clerk ng Lungsod sa (562) 570-6101, 72 oras ng negosyo bago ang pagpupulong ng Commission. Si desea obtener la traducción escrita en otro idioma de la agenda y actas de la comisión para personas que no hablan inglés, haga su solicitud por teléfono a la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal al (562) 570-6101, 72 horas hábiles antes de la reunión de la comisión. Page 8 of 8