Title
Changes to Fire Lieutenant Job Classification
Recommended Action
Staff Recommendation:
Move to approve the proposed changes to the Fire Lieutenant Classification.
Report
Staff Contact:
Interim Fire Chief Hillory Flowers, Olympia Fire Department, 360.753.8348
Telli Norton, Senior Human Resources Generalist/Chief Examiner, 360.709.2775
Background
Interim Fire Chief Hillory Flowers is requesting to update the Experience/Education and Special Requirements of the Fire Lieutenant Classification. These changes are to align with departmental and city-wide initiative to provide career growth and clear development opportunities. All of the proposed changes bring the job classification in better alignment with OFD's recently adopted Fire Officer Development Program for Lieutenants. Lastly, the proposed changes, promote equity in the promotional process, prioritize competence, and enables the organization to retain and advance capable employees who have successfully completed required training/fire certifications.
Findings:
The proposed change to the Fire Lieutenant Classification will result in a highly qualified candidate pool and a clear promotional/development path for employees looking to advance in their fire careers.
Policy Reference:
City of Olympia Civil Service Rule II, Classification
City of Olympia Civil Service Rule IV, Examinations