HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 10b - Establishing Hourly Wage Schedule for Part-Time Police Investigation Technician
DATE: October 16, 2018
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Hue Quach, Administrative Services Director
Prepared By: Stephanie Luu, Senior Human Resources Analyst
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 7234 AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7194,
ESTABLISHING HOURLY WAGE SCHEDULE FOR
UNREPRESENTED, NON-BENEFITTED, PART-TIME
EMPLOYEES (PART-TIME POLICE INVESTIGATION
TECHNICIAN)
Recommendation: Adopt
SUMMARY
In an effort to improve operational efficiency, the Police Department is proposing
to create a part-time, non-sworn Police Investigation Technician position to assist
with performing professional level administrative work. This is an at-will, non-
benefitted, non-exempt position, and is not part of the classified service. The new
position will be set at the part-time hourly schedule at Step I of a Police Officer
salary range.
The new classification was approved to by the Human Resources Commission.
Therefore, it is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 723 4
amending Resolution No. 7194 establishing hourly wage schedule for
unrepresented, non-benefitted, part-time employees (part-time Police
Investigation Technician).
BACKGROUND
Over the past several years, the Police Department has struggled to maintain
maximum staffing levels within its department related to the position of police
officer. These staffing challenges have, amongst other things, resulted in a
backlog of administrative work that has trickled over to other employees to
complete – if the work has been completed at all. This is not just an issue unique
to the City of Arcadia, but a common struggle for many agencies that find it
difficult to attract interested and qualified candidates to their workforce.
Police Investigation Technician (Part-Time) Job Specification
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The Part-Time Police Investigation Technician classification is designed to assist
the Department in properly managing and distributing workload to allow the City
to maintain staffing levels and stay dedicated to their commitment to public
safety. This part-time position is found in a few surrounding cities, and the
requirements of the position are similar within those cities.
DISCUSSION
The primary function of this new part-time position of Police Investigation
Technician is to assist the Police Department with administrative workloads that
provide essential support to both its Administration and Operations Divisions. In
addition to providing specialized investigative work, this position will perform
other routine duties such as administrative reviews, crimin al background checks,
forensic studies, as well as prepare comprehensive reports of case findings and
evidence for submission to the district attorney for review. Adding this new
position allows for the Department to more efficiently and appropriately staff
vacant positions, and helps reduce overtime expenditures by effectively
distributing job duties that other Department members currently perform in
addition to their normal work assignments.
The minimum qualification for the position is at least two (2) years of experience
interviewing victims, witnesses or suspects, conducting intermediate or higher
level investigations, and preparing formal reports for administrative review.
Journey-level experience in performing investigative field work preferably in a law
enforcement environment and writing thorough and accurate reports as well as
preparing cases for filing, and providing clear and concise testimony in court is
required. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license
is also required.
The job duties required will likely attract candidates with previous law
enforcement experience; therefore, it is advisable and typical to tie the pay scale
for this job classification to that of a Police Officer, without the added benefits
costs. The pay range for the part-time position of Police Investigation Technician
has been proposed at the part-time hourly schedule at Step I of a Police Officer
salary range ($44.61/hour). The recommended hourly rate took internal equity
into consideration for work expectations and is in alignment with the pay of
comparable positions in other agencies.
The cost of the new position can be absorbed in the existing adopted budget for
the Department by finding savings elsewhere and reassigning duties to this
position. Most notably, there will be overtime savings.
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Therefore, it is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 7234
amending the hourly wage schedule for unrepresented, non -benefitted, part-time
employees.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The proposed action does not constitute a project under the California
Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), and it can be seen with certainty that it will
have no impact on the environment. Thus, this matter is exempt under CEQA.
FISCAL IMPACT
No additional budget appropriation is required as this position will be absorbed in
the existing FY 2018-19 adopted budget.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 7234 amending
Resolution No. 7194 establishing hourly wage schedule for unrepresented, non -
benefitted, part-time employees (Part-Time Police Investigation Technician).
Attachments: Resolution No. 7234
Police Investigation Technician (Part-Time) Job Specification
Part-Time Hourly Wage Schedule (Non-CalPERS Retirement)
CITY OF ARCADIA
POLICE INVESTIGATION TECHNICIAN (PART-TIME)
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to assist in responsible investigative and administrative work, which
include, amongst other assignments, the potential investigation of crimes, preparation of executive
level reports, and assistance with internal background investigations.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises no supervision.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Incumbents assist with or may perform independent investigations including occasional felonies.
Incumbents do not enforce laws, nor use police powers of arrest, in the course of their duties as a
Police Investigation Technician.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Investigate check frauds, property crimes, domestic violence, indecent exposure, obscene and
threatening phone calls, bomb threats, prowlers, certain sex offenses, certain crimes against
persons, vehicle collisions, gang-related crimes, narcotics or vice violations and other offenses, and
pre-employment investigations of full and part-time Arcadia Police Department candidates.
Interview suspects, victims, and witnesses; compile photographic line-ups and show them to
victims and witnesses.
Run record checks and investigate the criminal background of suspects.
Conduct investigations of individuals, businesses, and corporations applying for ABC, adult
entertainment, and similar permits.
Identify, preserve, collect, and package all types of evidence. In certain instances will dust for latent
prints, photograph evidence, take measurements, and draw diagrams and sketches. Coordinate the
scientific analysis with the crime lab. Perform forensic reconstruction of collisions, including
conducting speed and distance studies.
Inspect vehicles for mechanical defects.
Arrange for emergency taps or line traces with the phone company.
Prepare comprehensive reports including case documents and materials for submission to the
district attorney for prosecution. Review cases with the District Attorney’s office; contact judges for
arrest warrants with the court clerk. Make arrangements for surrender of suspects wanted on
warrants. Coordinate the arrest of suspects by sworn officers.
City of Arcadia
Part-Time Police Investigation Technician (Continued)
Enter data into department computer systems for analysis and record keeping.
Coordinate activities with other city departments and serve as liaison with outside agencies.
Serve subpoenas and testify in court.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relevant to criminal investigations.
Criminal and vehicle code and legal aspects of civilian public safety work.
The criminal justice process from suspicion to conviction; research, data, and evidence
collection techniques as they pertain to criminal and administrative investigations.
Ability to:
Learn modern investigative methods including interviewing and interrogation techniques.
Learn recent court decisions and how they affect department and division operations.
Learn, properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with Federal, State and local
policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
Learn to gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate and use facts and evidence.
Learn, interpret and explain City and Department policies and procedures.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and determine proper course of action.
Act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
Meet and deal with the public tactfully and effectively.
City of Arcadia
Part-Time Police Investigation Technician (Continued)
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing
situations and needs.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those
contacted in the course of work.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:
Journey-level experience in performing investigative field work preferably in a law
enforcement environment.
Journey-level experience in writing thorough and accurate reports as well as preparing cases
for filing, and providing clear and concise testimony in court.
At least two (2) years of experience interviewing victims, witnesses or suspects, conducting
intermediate or higher level investigations, and preparing formal reports for administrative
review.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb; exposure
to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive
materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and
locations.
Positions require the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
Incumbents may work in any one of the Police Department’s Divisions.
Effective Date:
Range
Number Title Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E
PT8 Activity Leader I
Library Aide $11.03 $11.58 $12.16 $12.77 $13.41
PT9 Laborer
Police Cadet $11.31 $11.88 $12.47 $13.09 $13.75
PT10 $11.59 $12.17 $12.78 $13.42 $14.09
PT11 Activity Leader II
Administrative Intern $11.88 $12.47 $13.10 $13.75 $14.44
PT12 $12.18 $12.79 $13.43 $14.10 $14.80
PT 13 $12.48 $13.10 $13.76 $14.45 $15.17
PT 14 $12.79 $13.43 $14.10 $14.81 $15.55
PT 15 Camp Manager $13.11 $13.77 $14.45 $15.18 $15.94
PT16 $13.44 $14.11 $14.82 $15.56 $16.34
PT17 Fire Prevention Aide $13.78 $14.47 $15.19 $15.95 $16.75
PT18 $14.12 $14.83 $15.57 $16.35 $17.16
PT19 $14.47 $15.19 $15.95 $16.75 $17.59
PT20 Library Clerk $14.83 $15.57 $16.35 $17.17 $18.03
PT21 $15.20 $15.96 $16.76 $17.60 $18.48
PT22 $15.58 $16.36 $17.18 $18.04 $18.94
PT23 $15.97 $16.77 $17.61 $18.49 $19.41
PT24 $16.37 $17.19 $18.05 $18.95 $19.90
PT25 Recreation Specialist $16.78 $17.62 $18.50 $19.42 $20.40
PT26 $17.20 $18.06 $18.96 $19.91 $20.91
PT27 Volunteer Services Coordinator $17.63 $18.51 $19.44 $20.41 $21.43
PT28 $18.07 $18.97 $19.92 $20.92 $21.96
PT29 $18.52 $19.45 $20.42 $21.44 $22.51
PT30 $18.98 $19.93 $20.93 $21.97 $23.07
PT31 Reserve Police Officer (Level II)$19.45 $20.42 $21.44 $22.52 $23.64
Reserve Police Officer (Level I): Step A of Police Officer salary $36.61 per hr
Police Investigation Technician: Step I of Police Officer salary $44.61 per hr
Volunteers paid a stipend include:
Reserve Firefighter $25.00 per shift
Reserve Police Officer (Level III) $300.00 annually
"EXHIBIT A"
City of Arcadia Part-Time Hourly Wage Schedule
Non- CalPERS Retirement
Effective April 1, 2018