Agenda 07/09/2019 Item #16A17 (GMD 7 FTE positions)07/09/2019
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to authorize the creation of seven (7) additional Full-Time Equivalent positions in
the Growth Management Department to allow for hiring and training of Stormwater Maintenance
crews prior to the FY20 budget year, and to authorize any necessary Budget Amendments.
OBJECTIVE: To provide the Growth Management Department the ability to hire and train new
Stormwater Maintenance crews to maximize the impact of the Stormwater Maintenance initiative for the
FY20 budget year.
CONSIDERATIONS: The Growth Management Department, Road Maintenance Division is seeking
permission to advertise and hire positions described below in advance of funding in FY20. This request
is a result of the program being intensified through Board direction on June 21, 2019. The Department’s
Road Maintenance Division wishes to take advantage of starting the hiring process in an effort
gain/attract the best possible talent available in a timely manner. Due to the operational and training
requirements necessary for these positions and the time line to acquire the necessary personnel, staff feels
this request will produce the most beneficial & measurable results as we prepare for next year’s rainy
season. The implementation of this request enhances our abilities to make adjustments within the current
FY as needed; as we chart a course to provide the best end result in customer service and asset
management.
The Following FTE positions are being sought:
• One (1) Sr. Crew Leader
• One (1) Crew Leader
• Three (3) Heavy Equipment Operators
• Two (2) Equipment Operators
FISCAL IMPACT: Assuming a start date of August 1, 2019, costs to fund these positions in FY 2019 is
estimated at $75,000. Funds are currently available within Transportation Services Fun d (101), if
required, budgets amendments will be utilized to transfer funds between cost centers within the fund.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There are no Growth Management Impacts associated with
this action.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, raises no legal
issues, and requires majority vote for approval. -JAK
RECOMMENDATION: Recommendation to authorize the creation of seven (7) additional Full -Time
Equivalent positions in the Growth Management Department to allow for hiring and training of
Stormwater Maintenance crews prior to the FY20 budget year, and to authorize any necessary Budget
Amendments.
Prepared by: Albert English, Director, Road Maintenance Division
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.A.17
Doc ID: 9479
Item Summary: Recommendation to authorize the creation of seven (7) additional Full-Time
Equivalent positions in the Growth Management Department to allow for hiring and training of
Stormwater Maintenance crews prior to the FY20 budget year, and to authorize any necessary Budget
Amendments.
Meeting Date: 07/09/2019
Prepared by:
Title: Contract Administration Specialist – Road Maintenance
Name: Melissa Pearson
06/26/2019 4:20 PM
Submitted by:
Title: – Road Maintenance
Name: Albert English
06/26/2019 4:20 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Growth Management Operations Support Christopher Johnson Additional Reviewer Completed 06/26/2019 4:35 PM
Road Maintenance Albert English Additional Reviewer Completed 06/26/2019 4:54 PM
Growth Management Department Gene Shue Additional Reviewer Completed 06/26/2019 5:14 PM
Growth Management Department Christine Arnold Level 1 Reviewer Completed 06/27/2019 9:32 AM
Growth Management Department James C French Deputy Department Head Review Skipped 06/27/2019 11:43 AM
Growth Management Department Thaddeus Cohen Department Head Review Completed 06/28/2019 9:00 AM
Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 06/28/2019 9:14 AM
Office of Management and Budget Laura Zautcke Additional Reviewer Completed 06/28/2019 10:43 AM
County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 06/28/2019 11:43 AM
County Manager's Office Leo E. Ochs Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 06/28/2019 2:47 PM
Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 07/09/2019 9:00 AM
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