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APPOINTMENTS\Establish Transfer Station Supervisor and Promote Paris—6-6-16
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING TRANSFER STATION SUPERVISOR
TITLE/POSITION AND PROMOTING RICH PARIS
TO SUCH TITLE/POSITION
RESOLUTION NO. ,2016
INTRODUCED BY:
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY:
WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 58,2011, the Queensbury Town Board authorized, in part,
the promotion of Rich Paris from Heavy Equipment Operator to Landfill Equipment Operator and
established the part-time position of Recycling Supervisor and appointed Keith Sheerer to such
position, and
WHEREAS, due to the impending retirement of Mr. Sheerer effective June 18th, 2016, the
Town Board wishes to update the title for the current Recycling Supervisor position at its Transfer
Stations,and
WHEREAS, the Warren County Department Personnel and Civil Service has reviewed the
job duties for the proposed new title and has determined that Transfer Station Supervisor is the
most appropriate title for the position as set forth in the New Position Duties Statement adopted by
the Warren County Department of Civil Service and presented at this meeting, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board and the Town's Unit of the Civil Service Employees
Association, Inc. (CSEA) have agreed that this new title/position shall continue to be an hourly
position to be included in the Town's CSEA Bargaining Unit, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that Mr. Paris has the required qualifications
for the new title/position and therefore wishes to promote Mr. Paris to the Transfer Station
Supervisor position on a provisional basis until such time as Mr. Paris meets all Civil Service
requirements for the position,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby establishes the hourly, full-time
Transfer Station Supervisor title as set forth in the New Position Duties Statement adopted by the
Warren County Department of Civil Service and presented at this meeting, such title to be included
in the Town's Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. (CSEA) Bargaining Unit and added to the
Union Contract at the next Contract opening, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the promotion of Richard
Paris from his current position of Landfill Equipment Operator to the newly established CSEA
competitive position of Transfer Station Supervisor effective as of June 20th, 2016 on a provisional
basis until such time as Mr. Paris places successfully on the Civil Service Exam and meets all Civil
Service requirements for the position, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further establishes the 2016 hourly rate for the position
in the Town's Agreement with the CSEA at$24.10,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that consistent with the CSEA Agreement, such promotion will be subject to
a 90 day trial period, and
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BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor
and/or Budget Officer to complete and file any documentation and take such other and further
actions necessary to effectuate all terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 6th day of June, 2016, by the following vote:
AYES .
NOES :
ABSENT:
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Civil Service Law,Section 22:Certification for positions. Before any new. Warren County Civil Service
position in the service of a civil division shall be created or any existing 1340 State Rte 9
position in such service shall be reclassified,the proposal therefore, Lake George, NY 12845
including a statement of the duties of the position,shall be referred to the - New Position Duties Statement
municipal commission having jurisdiction and such commission shall Department head or other authority requesting the creation of a new position,
furnish a certificate stating the appropriate civil service title for the prepare a separate description for each new position to be created except that one
proposed position or the position to be reclassified. Any such new description may cover two or more identical positions in the same organizational unit
position shall be created or any such existing position reclassified only - Forward one typed copy to this Commission.
with the title approved and certified by the commission. Effective 1978
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1. Department Bureau,Division,Unit or Section Location of Position
Transfer Station Town of Queensbury
2. Description of Duties:Describe the work in sufficient detail to give a clear word picture of the job. Use a separate paragraph for each kind
of work and describe the more important or time-consuming duties first. In the left column,estimate how the total working time is divided.
Percent of Job Duty
Work
Time
Leads a small work crew exercising supervisory responsibilities including scheduling and paperwork record
keeping and processing needed to run the department
Must be able to operate a front end loader,refuse compactor,and any other needed equipment
Work outdoors in sometimes inclimate weather
Perform mechanical maintenance for servicing and cleaning transfer station equipment
Communicate with general public and vendors to ensure proper flow of operations
(Attach additional sheets if more space is needed)
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Names and Tines of Persons.Supervising this position(General,.Direct,Administrative.eta)
Name Tide. Type of Supervision
John Strough town Sapervlspr Supervisor of all Town
4. Names and Tina cif Persons Supervised by Employ"eein this.position
Name Title Type of Supervision.
Various Laborers Supervisor of the Dept
6. Names and iltles of Persons doing eubetanlIally:lhe sameikInd and!avoid wakes will be done.by the Incumbent of this new
Position
ams Title Location of Position
Various Working Supervisors Highway Department
6. What minimum qualifications do you think should be required for this position?
Education: High School x Years
College Years._with.speeielaation in
College Years,with*donation In
• Experience: (llstamount end type)
2h years working as MEOarid related duties
Essential knowledge,aklils and abilitles:
Mechanical:aptitude.people and communication sidllsepht!sical condition commensurate with the.demands of the
position,Understand orafand wdtteninstiuction;handle paperwork and.reccrd keeping
Type of license or certificate'required:
7. The above statements are acggatoandcomplete. r^
Data: 311144vTitle: ( � i.perviso! Signature:
Cettificate ofChill Service Commission
8. In accordance with the provisions•of CMI Service-Law Section 22.the Warren County Civil Service Department certifies that the
appropriate civil service title for the positiononCdescnbedis:
Title: . fimovetA $ pltn 5do .✓r6oi2
Jurisdic�o�naat Ci esigcatlon: LDMAET,TrU
Date: 6"-p4/16 Signe• I •` i
Action by Legislative F.•d or Other Approvi'juthority
9. Creation of descdbed position
O Approved
O Disapproved
Date: Signature:
Return One Completed Copy To Warren County Civil Service etarrn 14.2016 •
TRANSFER STATION SUPERVISOR
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position exists in one or more Town or Village
Transfer Stations.This position involves the responsibility to ensure that solid waste and/or recyclable materials
are processed in an efficient manner, on schedule,and according to approved procedures.This position involves
the inspection of materials received at the Transfer Station, and includes determining and preventing the
disposal of unauthorized, disallowed and/or incompatible materials at Town or Village Transfer Stations. The
incumbent oversees the operations of the facility. The work may also include the operation of various facility
equipment,as well as participating in the work of the crew.The incumbent works under the general supervision
of the local Board or a higher level administrator. The incumbent is responsible for directing, planning and
assigning the work of a transfer station crew.The incumbent performs related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only)
Supervises and works with crew in the processing of solid waste and/or recycling materials;
Supervises and assists in the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment, including front end loader and
refuse compactor,
Inspects equipment regularly to ensure proper operation or condition;
Ensures that safety precautions are observed and that employees adhere to safety rules;
Maintains time records and work progress records;
Trains subordinate personnel;
Performs inspection of incoming materials;
Ensures that proper procedures are carried out, and enforces rules and regulations of the facility;
Prepares a variety of records and reports related to transfer station functions and operations;
Oversees facility work area to ensure organized operations;
Removes materials from the waste stream for recycling.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the operation, rules and inspection requirements for transfer
station facilities; good knowledge of the maintenance of large machinery used in operations of transfer station
facilities; working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety procedures concerned with transfer stations
and the operation of large equipment; ability to operate large machinery and motorized equipment; ability to
plan,assign,and direct the work of others;ability to interact with the public;ability to lift heavy weights;ability
to keep records and make reports;mechanical aptitude.
MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency
diploma AND four (4) years of experience in solid waste management facility operations, recycling facility
operations,or the operation of medium to heavy motor equipment
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of an appropriate level New York State driver's license at time of
appointment.
Warren County Civil Service
Adopted:May 16, 2016
JC: Competitive