HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB Packet 2019-11-18Meeting of the Ithaca Town Board
Monday, November 18, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
A�enda
1) Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2) Discuss proposed amendment to Tompkins County Ag District 1
3) Discuss and consider setting a Public Hearing regarding changes to Laughing Goat
Conservation Easement
4) Persons to be Heard and Board Comments
5) Discuss Short Term Rental draft legislation
6) Continue discussion on Green New Deal
7) Discuss and consider creation of GIS Analyst position
8) Consider Consent Agenda Items
a. Approval of Town Board Minutes
b. Town of Ithaca Abstract
c. Approval of Bolton Point Abstract
d. Acknowledge Town of Ithaca Independent Audit for 2018
e. Approval of Floating Holiday
f. Set records management day for December 13, 2019 from 8am to lpm
g. Recommendation to the County Legislature to reappoint of Kelly Sauve as our Youth
Services Board representative
h. Approval of revised Office System Job Classification Listing for 2020
i. Approval of job descriptions — Engineering
9) Report of Town Officials
10) Report of Town Committees/Intermunicipal Organizations
11) Review of Correspondence
12) Consider Adjournment
MEETING OF THE ITHACA TQWN BOARD
Monday, November 18, 2019
TB Resolution 2019 -: Recommendation to the Tompkins County Agriculture and
Farmland Prote+etion Board regarding removing parcels from Tampkins County
Agricultural District No. 1
Whereas, the Tompkins County Legislature along with the Tompkins County Agriculture and
Farrnland Protection Board (AFPB) is reviewing Tompkins Caunty Agriculturat District No. 1 as
part of the regular 8-year review; and
Whereas, a small portion of Agricultural District Na. 1 is in the southeast corner of the Town of
Ithaca; and
Whereas, the AFPB has asked the Town of Ithaca if there are any issues with the existing
boundaries that relate to town plans and if any modifications to the district shauld be made; and
Whereas, the Town of Ithaca Planning Committee on September 19, 2014 discussed and
reviewed a map prepared by planning staff that identified eight parcels for possible removal from
the district due to the unlikelihoad that they wauld ever be used for agriculture and forwarded
that recommendation to the ful� Town Board for consideration; now therefore be it
Resolved, that the Town Board hereby recammends ta the AFPB that the 8 parcels (Tax Parcel
No.'s 48.-1-14.4, 48.-1-13.22, 48.-1-14.1, 48.-1-13.21, 47.-2-7, 4�.-2-631, 4�.-2-6.54, 4�.-2-
6.53) identified on the map titled "Tompkins County Agricultural District # 1— Town of Ithaca —
8-Year review — Town Board — Navemberl8, 2019" be removed from the district.
Moved: Seconded:
Vote:
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MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BQARD
Monday, November 18, 2019
TB Resolution 2019- : Setting a public hearing regarding prapased amendments to the
agricultural conservation easement for the Laughing Goat Fiber Farm (Gary & Lisa
Ferguson)
Resolved, that the Town Board of the Town of Ithaca hereby sets a public hearing ta be held at
its December 9, 2019 meeting beginning at 5:30 p.rn. lacai time at 215 N. Tioga St, Ithaca
regarding the proposed amendments to the agricultural canservatian easement for the Laughing
Goat Fiber Farm (Gary & Lisa Ferguson). A11 persons interested in the proposed amendments
will be heard at that time.
Moved: Seconded:
Vote:
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MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD
Monday, November 18, 2019
TB Resolution 2019 —: Creation of Position of Gea�rauhic Information Svstems Analyst
(GIS) under Civil Service.
Whereas, the Town of Ithaca established compliance under the New York State Civil Service
Agency to qualify employment positions in the Town of Ithaca in accardance with Section 22 af
Civil Service Laws, Rules and Regulations; and
Whereas, by regulation of Civil Service Law the Town rnust create a pasitian and approve the
job description before making an appointrnent; and
Whereas, the Town has determined the need to create a Geographic Information Systerns (GIS)
Analyst position; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, the Town Board ofthe Town of Ithaca does hereby estabiish the foliowing positian in
accordance with the applicable New York State and Tompkins Caunty Civil Service rules:
1. The following position is established and is a position in the campetitive class pursuant to
Section 44 of the Civil Service Law:
1-(One) — Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst
And be it further
Resolved, the Town Board does hereby approve the jab descriptions for the said positian as
created and monitored by Tompkins County Civil Service.
Moved:
Vote:
Seconded:
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM iGIS) ANALYST
TOMPKINS COUNTY
Departmeat Town of Ithaca
Classification Competitive
Labor Grade F
Approved 10119
Revised
By LG. Deputv Commissioner of Human Resources
MTNIMUM OUALIFICATIONS;
(a) Graduatian from a regionally accredited ar New York State registered college with a Bachelor's Degree
in Geographic Information Systems, cartography, surveying, computer science, engineering or a related
field AND one year of full-time paid (or the equivalent part-time) professional computer graphic design
and web-based application development experience in a public or private planning, engineering,
architectural, or similar technical agency using mapping software, eomputer aided design graphics (CAD)
andJar database applications; OR
{b) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two year college with an
Associate's Degree in Geographic Information Systems, cartography, surveying, computer science,
engineering or a related field AND three years of full-time paid (or the equivalent part-time) professional
computer graphic design and web-based application development experience in a public or private
planning, engineering, architectural, or similar technical agency using mapping soflware, computer aided
design graphics (CAD) and/or database applications; OR
(c) Any combination of training and experience equal to or greater than that described in (a) and {b) above.
SPECIAL REOUIREMENT:
Required to possess a valid New York State Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle or otherwise
demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs ofthe job.
DISTINGUISHIlVG FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This position is responsible for the development, maintenance, implementation and analysis of g,eographic
information systems (GIS) products and applications. The incumbent wi(1 assist the Director of Engineering
with the rnanagement and development of specific departmental GIS or related projects. The position will
coordinate with departmental staff, other departments, and outside agencies towards the acquisition of data,
project design, and spatial data processing functions. Incumbent will be responsible for responding to public
inquires and data requests. Responsibilities may include functioning on and leading teams of Department
staff, Town staff and representatives from other agencies. Work is performed under the general supervision
of the Director of Engineering, with considerable leeway for managing GIS projects for specific
departments, planning work methods and procedures to achieve end gaals. The position is also responsible
for designing, building, implementing, and maintaining Web pages, sites and applicatians related to the
GIS program and other departmental services. Although supervision of athers is not a primary function of
this position, the incumbent may be called upon to supervise work projects, work groups, and to provide
technical supervision and training to staff: This position requires the ability to work with a high degree of
autonomy making daily independent judgrnents in managing and caardinating major projects. The
incumbent will perfortn all related duties as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIV�T�ES:
Using geagraphic information system computer software, the incumbent will prepare a variety of analytical
and mapping products related to various Town projects and services;
Managernent, development, and implementation of anline GIS warkflows to integrate with third party
enterprise wide business systems and improve the user experience of internal and public online CrIS
applications;
Assists in the management and development of public safety outputs specifically online applications, map
baoks, and emergency management applications before, during and after an active emergency as
requested;
Acquire or develap, update, and maintain electronic spatial databases, ather G1S repository data, and related
metadata;
Prepare analysis of data and geographical maps in support of County/Town projects and programs;
Apply scientific and statistical methods to obtain, analyze, classify and rectify data to develop and/or
modify geaspatial databases;
Create a variety af electronic and hard copy map products;
Performs translation and conversion of data between various data platforms and mapping projection
systems;
Uata entry of geographic related material and other materials as required;
Performs Quality AssurancelQuality Control procedures far data within the GIS program;
Performs data analysis in support of professional staff activities;
Responds to other Departments and public requests for digital data and hard copy and digital map products,
and the production of custam maps and databases;
Communicates with a variety of departments, outside organizations and the public to coordinate activities,
exchange information, and resolve questions and/or concerns;
Assists in the coordination of Town-wide GIS web-based mapping services and applications involving the
participation of County, municipal and private agencies;
Develop custom GIS applications for departmental staff, using various GIS programming toals, to automate
common analytical mapping procedures;
Communicate with GIS staff and senior personnel in othee departments to coordinate activities, exchange
information and resolve questions and/or concerns about GIS data;
Promotes the use and understanding of GIS programs and related technology through public information
and educational carnpaigns, including public presentations, demonstrations, the writing of articles,
and interaction with the community;
Provides technical GIS and Web content management training to staffwithin various departments;
Develop and communicate Web site usage, policies and standards;
Assists in defining Web site functionality and overall site structure and content management practices;
Identify and recomrnend new Web features and applications in conjunetion with business leaders,
department managers and vendors;
Assists the Director in the planning and management of Web development projects, including those hosted
by vendors and the Town.
May be required to do field work for collection data to related projects.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AB�LITI�S AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Thorough knowledge of mapping, database and related software necessary to perform and
supervise tasks associated with the design, development and maintenance of the GIS program and
Web sites and applications;
Working knowledge of advanced GIS and cartographic concepts and database design eoncepts;
Working knowledge of personal computer software and operating systems, including, graphical,
database, and spreadsheet applications;
� Ability to establish and maintain high standards af accuracy and produce products with high
professional standards;
• Ability to work courteously with the public and staff from other departments and outside
organizations;
• Ability to prepare and present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to understand and follow camplex aral and written instructions;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships;
� Resourcefulness, initiative, good judgment and tact are required;
• The employee's physical and mental condition shall be commensurate with the demands of the
position, either with or without reasonable accommodations.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasanable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Physical
While performing the dukies of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to
keyboard, manipulate controls, and reach with hands and arms. Computer aperation requires a
considerable level of precision, manual dexterity and aperating knawledgelskill in order to be
effective. The employee is required to see sufficiently ta perform the essential duties. The
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 paunds. Due to extensive computer usage
eight hours per day, five days per week, the job requires an extreme level of visual effart. Visian
abilities required by this job include extensive work with a videa display screens, close vision and
the ability to adjust focus close and mid-range.
Mental
Psychalogical demands are moderate for this position. Considerable interpersonal skills are
necessary in order to create connections, obtain buy-in, cooperation with staff. Internal contacts
will be with employees at all levels throughout the organization and will require professional
collaboration on overlapping prajects. External contacts are with professianal associates, (iaisons,
cornmunity groups and involve the development of professional networks and the successful
implementation of intermunicipal GIS projects.
Environmental
The wark is performed almost exclusively in an office environment and the incumbent will have
minimal exposure to any disagreeable environmental conditians. The employee often warks alone
or in proximity to one or more staff. As a result, the work invalves onty same minimal risk of
injury or illness.
Original(y created 10/2019
MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD
Monday, November 18, 2019
TB Resolution 2019 -: Adopt Consent A�enda
Resolved, that the Town Board of the Tawn af Ithaca hereby approves and/or adopts the following
Consent Agenda items:
a. Approval af Tawn Board Minutes
b. Town of Ithaca Abstract
c. Approval of Bolton Point Abstract
d. Acknowledge Town of Ithaca Independent Audit for 201$
e. Approval of Floating Holiday
f. Set records managernent day for December 13, 2019 from $am to lpm
g. Reappointment of Youth Services Board representative - recommendation to the County
Legislature
h. Approval of Revised Office System Job Classificatian Listing for 2020
i. Approval of job descriptions — Engineering
Moved: Seconded:
Vote: ayes —
TB Resolution 2019- a: Approval of Minutes
Resolved, that the Town Board hereby approves the submitted minutes, as the final minutes of the
meetings on September 23, Uctober 3, October 28, November 6, 2019 of the Town Board of the
Town of Ithaca.
TB Resolution 2419 - b: Town of Ithaca Abstract 22 far FY-2019
Whereas the following numbered vauchers have been presented to the Ithaca Town Board for
approval of payment; and
Whereas the said vouchers have been audited for payment by the said Town Board; now therefore
be it
Resalved that the governing Town Baard hereby authorizes the payment of the said vouchers in
total for the amounts indicatad.
VOUCHER NOS. 1469 - 1530
General Fund Town Wide 56 991.03
General Fund Part-Town 18,967.43
Hi hwa Fund Town Wide DA 221,36
Hi hwa Fund Part Town DB 42 288.19
Water Fund 9 412.41
Sewer Fund 2,b32.04
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Whereas, the Town Board adopted the current Office System Job Classificatian Listing in October
2012; and
Whereas, the Human Resources Manager, utilizing the Job Classification Position Assessment
program, has evaluated new positions, modified positions and vacant positions for adjustments to
the Office System Job Classification Listing; and
Whereas, the Personnel & Organization Committee has reviewed the recommendations by Human
Resources and recommends the revised Office System Job Ciassification Listing, which includes
changes due to the re-establishment of the Engineering Departrnent and the creation or changes in
positions for effective 2020; therefore, be it
Resolved, the Town Board af the Town of Ithaca hereby approves the revised Office Systern Job
Classification System as detailed below for effective January 1, 2020.
TB Resolution 2419- i: Approvat af Revised Engineering related Job Descriptions
Whereas, the Town Board re-establishment of the Engineering Department, effective December 22,
2019; and
Whereas, the Personnel and 4rganization Committee reviewed the revisions made to the
engineering related job descriptions and recommend approving the revised job descriptions; now,
therefore, be it
Resolved, the Town Board of the Town af Ithaca does hereby approve the revised job descriptian
for Senior Civil Engineer, Civil Engineer, Senior Engineering Technician and Engineering
Technician I.
SENIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAPI — TOWN OF ITHACA
TOMPKINS COUNTY
Department: Town of Ithaca
Classification: Comoetitive
Labo� Grade: ` V
Appraved: TB 5l01 #59
Revised: 10/2012
BY=
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(a) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered finro year
college with an Associate's degree in Engineering Technalogy APID faur years of
full time paid (or the equivalent part-time and/or volunteer) broadly based
experience in the design and/ar const�uction of utility projects and/or heavy
highway projects with at least two years of which must have been in a
supervisory capacity; OR
(b) Graduation from high schaai or possession af a high school equivalency diploma
AND six years of full time paid (or the equivalent part-time and/or volunteer}
experience in the design andJor construction of utility and/or heavy highway
projects with at least two years of which must have been in a supervisary
capacity; OR
(c) Any equivalent combination of training and experience as described in (a) and (b)
above.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Required to possess and maintain a valid New Yark State Driver's License to operate a motar
vehicle.
DISTINGl11SHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This position provides technical support and �esearch assistance for all types of Public Warks
projects including; highway, water, sewer, parks and other engineering prajects. An employee in
this position utilizes numerous surveying skills. Assists in develapment, implernentation,
maintenance, and the monitoring af compliance with regards to Public Works projects. Work is
pe�Formed under the general supervision of the Director of Engineering, in caordination with the
WateNSewer Maintenance Supervisor and technical oversight by any Engineering staff member.
Field leadership is exercised over the work of the Engineering Technician I and interns and may
lead small groups of employees. May perform oversight of contracted projects. The incumbent
will perform all related duties as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITfES:
Performs utility mark outs;
Performs and coordinates construction inspection to ensure proper implementation of plans,
specifcatian, regulations and codes;
Prepares as-built drawings of Public Works projects;
Monitors compliance with respect to rules, regulations, codes and contracts;
I�spects and evaluates canditions of infrastructure;
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SENIOR �NGINEERING TECHNICIAN (GtiNTINUEDI
TYPICAI. W�RK ACTIVITIES icontinuedl:
Coordinates material and construction testing in the field and/or lab;
Prov�des technical assistance on projects and computer software;
Supervises and instructs in the use of transits, levels and other surveying instruments;
Plans and performs all types of data collection and surveys including photorammetric,
construction, property, topographic, traffic, route, and hydrographic;
Prepares plans for Public Works projects;
Performs basic project computation and research;
Assists with development of budgets and schedules for projects;
Attends training as assigned or requested;
FULL PERFORMANCEKNOW�EDGE. SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACT�RISTICS:
Good knowledge of the practices and principles of engineering artd construction;
Good understanding of the instruments and materials used in engineering and construction
pro}ects;
Good knowiedge of survey and engineering terminology;
Good knowledge of rules, regulations and codes pertaining to engineering prajects;
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications;
Ability to formulate schedules;
Ability to perForm surveys including but not limited to photorammetric, construction,
property, topographic, traffic, route, and hydrographic;
Ability to supervise and direct the work of others;
Ability to understand and interpret complex oral and written information;
Ability to use microcomputers and engineering software programs;
Ability to establish cooperative warking relationships with contractors, the public, consultants,
vendors, co-workers, and othe� department staff;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position, either with ar withaut
reasonable accommodations.
Originally created 5J01
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SENIOR CIVII� ENGINEER
Department Town of Ithaca DPW
Classificatian Competitive
Labor Grade�G if has active P.E. licensel
Approved Town Board 6/49
Revised 8J09; O5/l6, 11/19
By AF Cornrnissioner of Personnel
MINIMUM OUALIFICATIONS:
(a) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four-year college or
university with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering AND two vears of fiull-time paid
(orthe equivalent part-time and/or volunteer) experience assisting incivil engineering or construction
management, OR
{b) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New Yark State registered two-year college with
an associate's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Highway Technology or a
related field AND four years of full-time paid (or the equivalent part-time and/or volunteer)
experience assisting in civil engineering or construction management ; OR
(c) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six
years of full-time paid (or the equivalent part-time and/ar valunteer) e�perience assisting in
civil engineering or construction management; 4R
{d) Any combination of training and experience equal to ar greater than that described in (a), (b),
and {c) above.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS•
Required to possess a valid New York State Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle or otherwise
demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This is a moderately experienced engineering position designing, preparing plans and specifica�ians,
and coordinating engineering projects and activities. Performs inspections and prepares cost
estimates. Work is performed in the office and occasionally at work sites under the general
supervision of the Director of Engineering with moderate leeway allowed for the use of independent
judgment in carrying out wark actives. Coordination of projects may be exercised over Civil Engineer
and other subordinate technical staff, which may include laying out tasks, giving instructions in
required procedures and making such checks on completion of work as are necessary to insure proper
performance. Problerns are discussed with the Director of Engineering . Attendance at evening
meetings of various Boards and committees of the Town may be required. The incumbent will
perform all related duties as required.
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TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Designs engineering projects and prepares plans and speciiications, and contract documents for water,
sewer, highway, drainage, and related construction and improvements;
Assists with the Coordination of deed and easement filing;
Negatiates, obtains, and files easements and R.O.W.'s for public works projects;
Perfarms field survey work for tawn infrastructure wark projects;
Prepares cost estimates for worle projects;
Performs on-site inspections of work in progress and completed projects;
Collaborateswork projects with other relevant departrnents and personnel;
Responds to residents' complaints on water, sewer, storm water and road prablems, ensuring
corrective action as needed;
Assists with preparing plans and reports on capital projects;
Assists in working with representatives from other municipalities on projects of mutual interest;
Assists in the selection of department equipment;
May supervise subordinate engineering staff, including the recruitment and evaluation of student
interns;
Conducts long-range studies to determine future highway, water, sewer, storm water and parks
projects and capital projects;
Canducts investigations and studies on accidents, culverts and bridge waterways, soil investigations
and studies for praposed highway improvements;
May coordinate the maintenance of engineering office records;
Prepares reports on activities.
May provide emergency response to evaluate and assist in diagnosis and repair/correction of
problems/failures in municipal infrastructure;
Availability for 24 hour emergency response.
KNOWLEDGE. SI�LLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of the principlas and practices af civil engineering and the sources of engineering
information;
Good knawledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to highway and bridge construction;
Gaod knowledge of the codes, laws, rules, regulations and procedures governing highway and bridge
design and constructian;
Skill in conducting engineering research work and in writing technical reports of such studies;
Ability to use personal computers far engineering applications;
Ability to perform complex mathematical and engineering calculations;
Ability ta supervise a small subordinate staff;
Ability to operate a variety of surveying instnunents (e.g., surveyor's level, theadolite);
Ability to perform activities requiring physical effort {walking, climbing or reaching);
Ability to gerform work requiring prolonged visual concentration;
Ability to establish cooperative relationships with contractors, consultants, the public, vendors co-
workers and other staff of the department;
Ability to arganize, plan and lay out working details of engineering projects;
Ability to obtain the cooperation and supgort of others;
Initiative and resourcefulness in the salution of engineering problems;
Tact and mental alertness;
The employee's physical and mental candition shall be commensurate with the demands of the
gosition, either with or without reasonable accommodations.
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ENGINEERING T�CHPIICIAN I
TOMPKINS COUNTY
Department: Town af Ithaca
Classification: ComQetitive
Labor Grade: IV
Approved: Bd. Res. #116. 06/12/95
Revised 7/01 TB 12/08 TB 1 011 2 1 1 /1 9 TB
By: AF Cammissioner of Personnel
MINIMUM QUALIPICATIONS:
(a) Graduatian from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two year college with
an Associate's degree in Engineering Technology; OR
(b) Graduation fram high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND two
years of full tirne paid {or the equivalent part-time and/or volunteer} experience in the design
of constructian, utility and/or heavy highway projects; OR
{c} Any combination of training and experience equal to or greater than that described in (a) and
{b) above.
SPECIA� REQUIREMENTS:
Required to possess and maintain a valid New York State Driver's License to operate a motor
vehicle.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF TH� CLASS:
This is an entry-level position that provides technical support and research assistance for Public
Works projects including; highway, water, sewer, parks and ather engineering projects. An
emplayee in this position utilizes numerous surveying skills. Assists in develapment,
implementation, maintenance, and the monitoring of compliance with regards to Public Works
projects. Work is perFormed under the direct supervision of the Directar of Engineering , in
coordination with the Wate�iSewer Maintenance Supervisor, with field leadership provided by the
Senior Engineering Technician and technical oversight by any Engineering staff member. May be
assigned to work with other staff and/or interns on specified p�ojects. The incumbent wili perform
all related duties as assigned.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Performs utility mark outs.
Perforrns construction inspection to ensure proper implementation of plans, specification,
regulations and codes;
Prepares as-built d�awings of Public Works projects;
Performs all types of data collection and surveys including canstructian, property, topographic,
traffc, route, and hydrographic;
Prepares existing conditions plans;
Performs sign inventories and maintains database;
Performs basic engineering computations and research, with the assistance of the Engineering
staff;
Aids in the instruction of use of transits, levels and other surveying instruments;
Attends training as assigned or requested,
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ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I iCONTINUED
KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS, ABI�ITIES AND PERSONA� CHARACTERISTICS:
Working knowledge of the practices and principles of engineering and construction;
Working understanding of the instruments and materials used in engineering and
construction projects;
Good knowledge of survey and engineering terminalogy;
Generai knowledge of rules, regulations and codes pertaining to engineering projects;
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications;
Ability to perform surveys including but not limited to photorammetric, construction,
praperty, topographic, traffic, route, and hydragraphic;
Abiliry to understand and interpret complex oral and w�itten information;
Ability to use microcomputers and engineering so1`tware programs;
Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with contractors, the public, consultants,
vendors, co-workers, and ather department staff.
The employee's physical condition shall be commensurate with the demands of the position
either with or without reasonable accornmodations.
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CIVIL �NGINE�R - TOWN OF ITHACA
TOMPKINS COUNTY
Department Town of Ithaca
Classi�catian Campetitive
Labor Grade E
Approved BD RES #79
Revised 9/$2•3186•2150•5191 •12198• 12/03 6/11 11119 By AF Commissioner of Personnel
MINIMUM QUAL.IFICATIONS: EITHER:
{a) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State approved faur-year college or university
with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; OR
(b} Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State approved finra-year college with an
associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Engineering Science, or a related field AND two
years of experience as an engineering technician or other similar pasitian involved with civil
engineering wark; OR
(c) Graduation from high school or possession of high school equivalency diploma AND six years of
experience as an engineering technician or other similar position involved with civil engineering
work; OR
{d) Any equivalent combination of training and experience as described in (a), (b}, ar (c} above.
SP�CIAI. REQUIREMENT:
Required to possess a valid New York State Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle or atherwise demonstrate the
ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.
DISTINGUISHING FEATUR�S OF THE CLASS:
This is a basic professional enginearing position requiring the ability ta apply principles of physics,
mathematics, mechanics and materials to enginee�ing problems. The work requires independent
judgment in devising new methods and adapting standard procedures to meet unusual conditions. Work
is performed in the office and occasionally at work sites under the direct supervision of the Director of
Engineering with some day to day leadership from the Senior Civil Engineer. Supervision may be
exercised over the work of subordinates. Attendance at evening meetings of various boards and
ccsmmittees of the Town may be required. The incumbent will perform all related duties as required.
TYPICAI. WORK ACTIVITIES:
Conducts surveys for road, conduits, etc., map developed areas, and to run location lines for roads,
conduits, etc;
Conducts surveys to obtain data on drainage structures guide rail systems, traffic signing, etc.;
Reviews and inspects storm water pollution protection plans submitted to Town;
Supervises construction work on assignment;
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CIVI� ENGINEER (CONTINUED)
IYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES (continued):
Keeps records of amount of work done and of changes in plans and spec�cations;
Checks design computations and plans of other staff for rautine errors;
Works with engineering technicians and students engaged in design surveys and construction inspection;
Supervises and instructs in the use of transits, levels and other surveying instruments;
Drafts plans, topographical and cross-section maps and cha�ts;
Camputes and estimates quantities of materials used far determining payments to contractors;
Prepares bid documents for water, sewer, storm water, road projects and other projects as assigned;
Completes State Environmental Quality Reviews for water, sewer, storm water and road prajects;
Reviews building permit applications, including representing the Town at meetings with applicants and
boards.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE. SKII.I.S. ABIL.ITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of the principles of civil engineering, physics and mathematics;
Good knowledge of canstruction and engineering practices;
Working knowledge of the codes, laws rules, regulations and procedures governing highway and bridge
design and canstruction, and storm water compliance;
Skill in the use of surveying and drafting instruments;
Ability to use a computer and many types of software programs such as Microsoft Ward, Excel, Access
and a variety of mapping and engineering surveying software;
Ability to design moderately difficult engineering projects;
Ability to make difficult technical computations and compile engineering data;
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specificatians;
Ability to plan and supervise the work of others;
Ability to operate a variety of surveying instruments {e.g., surveyor's level, theodolite);
Ability to use drafting equipment;
Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with cantracts, the public, consultants, vendors,
co-workers, and other department staff;
Ability to perform activity requiring physical effort {walking, climbing or reaching);
Ability to perform work �equiring prolonged visual concentration;
Resourcefulness, accuracy, alertness, good judgment;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position, either with or without reasonable
accornadations.
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