TO: AC Transit Board of Directors
FROM: Michael A. Hursh, General Manager
SUBJECT: New and Revised Classifications
ACTION ITEM
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
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Consider the adoption of Resolution No. 21-015 approving the new classification of Bus Operator Mentor Coordinator and the revised classification of Bus Operator.
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STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE:
Goal - High-Performing Workforce
Initiative - Employee Recruitment, Training and Retention
Classification specifications are the foundation of personnel decisions at the District and contribute to the goal of a High Performing Workforce and the initiative of Recruitment, Training, and Retention by providing the fundamental elements for clear job descriptions and expectations, employee development, physical requirements, recruiting efforts, training of employees for current positions and future promotions as well as determining compensation.
BUDGETARY/FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with the revisions or creation of these classifications. Any positions related to these classifications are already included in the operating budget.
BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:
Staff is proposing the creation of the Bus Operator Mentor Coordinator classification and revisions to the classification of Bus Operator. The Bus Operator Mentor Coordinator classification was agreed upon during contract negotiations with ATU. The classification and associated budgeted position will provide coordination of the Bus Operator Mentor Program for new bus operators. The Bus Operator classification has not been revised or updated for over 25 years. The proposed revisions include modernizing the duties, updating the knowledge, skills and abilities as well as physical requirements and minimum qualifications. ATU had significant input with respect to revisions to the Bus Operator classification, which was finalized prior to the ATU leadership election in December 2020 - counsel for the District worked closely with counsel for ATU...
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