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HomeMy WebLinkAboutADMIN 82-01/O. /o- qy v _ 1 `eJ CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE 40 TEMPERANCE STREET BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO LiC3A6 TELEPHONE 6213379 REPORT TO THE GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF JANUARY 11 1982 ADMIN. NO. 82-1 SUBJECT: POSITIONS OF DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. That this report be received; and 2. That the positions of Director of Planning be established according to the attached job descriptions; and 3. That the position of Director of Public Works be established according to the attached job descriptions; and 4. That the attached by-laws be approved to give effect to the above. BACKGROUND AND COMMENT: As members of Council are aware, the position of Director of Planning has been technically filled by the Administrator since August 1 1981. The position of Director of Public Works has been vacant since November 30 1981. It is felt that the Town should now proceed to fill these positions according to the attached job descriptions. . It is intended that these positions will be posted internally and advertised externally, as may be appropriate, as soon as possible. For the information of Council, the "Director of Planning" position is rated at salary grade 15 on the salary administration program, ($28,300 to $32,6000, 1981), the "Director of Public Works" position is rated at salary grade 16 ($30,900 to $35,500, 1981). ..235 1 *�— %Q� a ADMIN. N0. 82-1 -2- It should be noted that the descriptions are set out in a parallel format to demonstrate the related nature of the positions. Specific responsibilities have been included in the descriptions, particularly in the case of the position of "Director of Public Works". These specific inclusions have been made in order to address problems identified in the administration of the Works Department. Respectfully submitted, DNS:nof D. N. Smith, M.C.I.P., Administrator att THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE BY-LAW NO. 82-9 being a by-law of the Corporation of the Town of Newcastle to re-establish the position of Director of Planning WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Newcastle wishes to re-establish the position of Director of Planning: NOW THEREFORE THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE BY ITS COUNCIL ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The position of Director of Planning is hereby re-established; 2. The position shall have the duties and responsibilities as set out in Schedule "A" to this by-law; 3. The position shall be compensated according to the Town's policy in respect of non-union salaries. BY-LAW read a first time this 18th day of January 1982 BY-LAW read a second time this 18th day of January 1982 BY-LAW read a third time and finally passed this 18th day of January 1982 Garnet B. Rickard ayor David W. Oakes P�- 1 SCIILUULL "A" IU BY-LAW 82-9 TOWN OF NEWCASTLE JOB DESCRIPTION: DIRECTOR OF PLANNING DATE OF DESCRIPTION: JOB DESCRIPTION NUMBER: DEPARTMENT: PLANNING :AND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION: SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Responsible to Council and the Chief Administrative Officer, for the administration of the Department of Planning and Development, more specifically, the direction and management of the Building and Planning Divisions. RESPONSIBILITY: 1. Responsible for the preparation of an annual budget and work program for the department, including the preparation of current and capital budgets. 2. Responsible for the preparation and presentation to Council of reports and recommendations in respect of all longterm and current planning matters before the Town. These matters include, but are not restricted to, official plans, policy statements, subdivisions, land severances, restricted area by-laws, variances and development agreements. 3. Responsible for the preparation and presentation of reports and recommendations directly to the Regional Land Division Committee and the Newcastle Committee of Adjustment on the appropriateness of applications before those bodies. 4. Generally, responsible for directing and managing the building division and the enforcement of regulations and by-laws under the jurisdiction of that division, in consultation with the Chief Building Official and Clerk as may be appropriate. 5. Responsible to the Chief Administrative Officer and Council for the preparation and administration of studies, reports and recommendations in respect of the Town of Newcastle's agreements with Ontario Hydro regarding construction and operation of the. Darlington Generating Station. DIRECTOR OF PLANNING RESPONSIBILITY I 6. Responsible for the administration of development control and long term policy documents in consultation with other municipal departments and other levels of government. 7. May be required to provide assistance to other municipat departments on planning related matters; including planning and development procedures and policy formulation. 8. May be required to review and prepare reports on the financial impact of particular developments or policy alternatives. 9. May be required to make presentations to Committees of Council and the public and to represent the municipality at the Ontario Municipal Board and other administrative tribunals. 10. May be required to undertake other duties as may be assigned by Council or the Chief Administrative Officer. DIRLCTOR OF PLANNING QUALIFICATIONS 1. A degree in Urban and Regional Planning from a recognized University or College and membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners. 2. At least five years of municipal planning experience. 3. Proven written and oral communication skills. Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi -disciplinary organization. SALARY GRADE 15 POSITION ESTABLISHED BY BY-LAW 82-9 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE BY-LAW NO. 82-8 being a by-law of the Corporation of the Town of Newcastle to establish the position of Director of Public Works WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Newcastle wishes to establish the position of Director of Public Works; NOW THEREFORE THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE BY ITS COUNCIL ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The position of Director of Public Works is hereby established; 2. The position shall have the duties and responsibilities as set out in Schedule "A" to this by-law; 3. The position shall be compensated according to the Town's policy in respect of non-union salaries. BY-LAW read a first time this 18th day of January 1982 BY-LAW read a second time this 18th day of 'January 1982 BY-LAW read a third time and finally passed this 18th day of January 1982 Garnet B. Rickard ayor David W. Oakes er 1 SCULUULL "A" 10 BY-LAW 22_A TOWN OF NEWCASTLE JOB DESCRIPTION: DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS DATE OF DESCRIPTION* JOB DESCRIPTION NUMBER* DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION* SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Responsible to Council and the Chief Administrative Officer, for the administration of the Department of Public Works; more specifically the direction and management of municipal engineering, construction, maintenance and sanitation services. RESPONSIBILITY: 1. Responsible for, in consultation with the Chief Administrative Officer and Treasurer, the preparation and presentation to Council of annual work programs, budgets and capital forecasts for the Public Works Department. 2. Required to undertake where appropriate, and oversee and direct the engineering, design, and construction of municipal roads, storm drainage facilities, and related capital works. 3. Responsible for the direction of municipal sanitation services, and for municipal road and storm sewer maintenance services. 4. Specifically responsible for preparing and making recommendations in respect of the organization and staffing of the Public Works Department, and for the preparation of recommendations about required engineering services. 5. Specifically responsible for preparing and making recommendations in respect of implementing a maintenance management system for the operational activities of the Department. 6. May be required to provide assistance to other municipal departments on engineering related matters, including the costing, design and construction of municipal projects. 7. Required to administer development control regulations in consultation with other municipal departments. RESPONSIBILITY S 8. Responsible for the review of development applications, the review of supporting engineering submissions and reports, and the preparation of reports and recommendations to Council on the appropriateness of such submissions. 9. May be required to review and prepare reports on the financial impact of particular engineering, development or policy alternatives. 10. May be required to make presentations to Committes of Council and the public and to represent the municipality at the Ontario Municipal Board and other administrative tribunals. 11. May be required to undertake other duties as may be assigned by Council or the Chief Administrative Officer. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS QUALIFICATIONS1 1. A degree in engineering from a recognized university or college and registration as a professional engineer in Ontario. 2. At least five years of municipal engineering experience. 3. Proven written and oral communication skills. Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi -disciplinary organization. SALARY GRADE: 16 1 POSITION ESTABLISHED BY BY-LAW 82-8