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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
25 Aupuni Street, Room 210 • Hilo, Hawaii 967204252
(808) 961-8083 • Fax (808) 961-8086
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The Honorable Stacy Higa, Chairperson o
And Members of the Hawai' i County Council
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Hilo, HI 96720 -a (
Re: Resolution 440-06 and Bill 330. = co
Dear Chairperson Higa and Council Members,
A corrected position description for the proposed Business Manager position for the Department of
Environmental Management is attached. I apologize for any confusion resulting from the previous
document, which erroneously indicated that the position would be exempt from civil service.
We have conferred with the Department of Civil Service and confirmed that the attached position
description is accurate and reflects that the Business Manager is a civil service position, and as such will
provide needed stability to the activities of the DEM as mayoral administrations change.
In regards to concerns raised in the audit of DEM recycling programs (and pointed out again in the
October 12, 2006, memo to the Chair by Lane Shibata and Colleen Schrandt) that the DEM needs to focus
efforts on improving accountability, we are taking actions to do this. As a first step, the DEM has
implemented a training program for staff on procedures and common problems related to purchasing,
contracting, budgeting, and union issues. Outside resources from the Department of Finance, Corporation
Counsel, and the Department of Civil Service have been brought in to conduct this training, and this is
coupled with administrative follow up to make sure that employees are complying with requirements.
The DEM is committed to continuing to improve its operations and addressing the shortcomings
identified in the audit.
We do ask for your support today in approving Resolution 440-06 and Bill 330. Thank you for your
attention to this matter.
B ,
Barbara Bell
Director
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cc: Mayor Ref. To.
Attachment Ref. UOte _ CT 1 2006
Hawaii County is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL SERVICE
1. Position No. new COUNTY OF HAWAII LOCATION
Environmental
POSITION DESCRIPTION FORM Dept. Management
Type: Civil Service ( X) Exempt ( ) Div. or Bur. Administration
Permanent ( X) Temporary ( ) section Business Services
Full Time ( X) part-time ( ) Gao.. Loc. S. Hilo
2, FOR CIVIL SERVICE USE ONLY
Allocation Class Business Manager Salary Range EM 03 Effective Date 10/1/2006
Approved: Date By:
Authority Date Director of Personnel
DUTIES OF THE POSITION
List each duty assigned to the position separately. Arrange these duties in logical order beginning with those performed most frequently and followed by those performed
occasionally. Be clear, complete, and concise. Slick to statemenuof fact; avoid the use of vague or general terms. Give an estimate of the average amounlof lime spent in
performingeach major duty. If a reallocation of the position is requested, show the exact changesin duties, reasons for these changes and the exact dale when these changes
occurred. If more space is needed, use a blank sheet and attach to this form.
Duties Summary: Show
This position serves as a head of the Business Services Section of the Department of Environmental Management; %
is responsible to plan, direct, and administer the department's financial affairs including all fiscal, contracting, and of time
personnel matters in collaboration with the Director to obtain the financial objectives based on the department
goals and policies; formulates and recommends approval of policies and programs for the department's financial
planning and analysis activities and helps coordinate the efforts of division management personnel toward reaching
their fiscal and personnel goals.
I Plans, directs, and oversees the fiscal and personnel activities of the Department/Divisions; assigns and 35%
supervises the work of all accounting and personnel staff in the department; oversees the organization,
staffing, and personnel requirements of all divisions. (1,2,3)
2 Oversees the compilation of and assists Director with review of annual budget from divisions for General 10%
Fund, Sewer Fund, Solid Waste Fund, and Vehicle Disposal Fund; assists with studies, estimates and
projections of departmental requirements and compares with estimated revenues; and provides continuous
monitoring of the budget during the fiscal year. (1,2)
3 Develops and establishes objectives for the Administrative Division consistent with departmental goals. 10%
Formulates and recommends departmental policies and procedures relating to business, financial, and
personnel matters. (1,2)
4 Oversees and coordinates the department's programs relating to contracting for services and the purchase of 10%
supplies, materials, and equipment; establishes internal policies and procedures to ensure a consistent
departmental application of County and State procurement requirements for services, equipment, and supplies.
Arranges and directs audits of contractors when required. (1,2)
CONTINUED ON ATTACHED SHEET
Key: (1) The performance of this function is the reason this job exists.
(2) The number of other employees available to perform this function is limited.
(3) This function is highly specialized and employee is hired for special expertise or ability to perform this function.
4. Supervision Received Give the position no. and title of immediate supervisor of this position.
Position Number ZO-00082 Title: Deputy Director of Environmental Management
5, SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION
Position No. Title Nature of Supervision
4221 Accountant IV Direct
4220 Personnel Management Specialist II Direct
DCS CP-1 (2/90)
6. Present Class NEW Pay Grade
7. REQUESTED ACTION
New Position-Initial Allocation (X) Changes in Duties and Responsibilities-Reallocation ( ) Redescriplion-Review ( ) Effective Dale
Requested Class Allocation Business Manager Pay Grade EM 03
8. CERTIFICATION OF EMPLOYEE The duties & responsibilities described above are accurate and complete.
Employee's Name (Print)
Employee's Signature Date
9, STATEMENT OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
a. Describe the nature and extent of supervision which you exercise over this position.
b. Indicate the qualifications absolutely necessary to perform the duties of the position. Keep in mind the position itself and the
qualifications a new employee must bring to the position rather than the qualifications of the employee who now occupies it.
Education - General Basic Qualifications Necessary for Work Performance
(Circle highest ear) lemen and Hi School 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 g 9 la 11 12
Special or Professional: (Colle e) 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Kind:
Work Experience - Kind Training and Experience:
and length in years: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college
or university with a major in business administration, public administration, accounting, or public finance or
a related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience involving the management of
financial affairs with some experience in nersonnel affairs.
Knowledge, Skills and Knowledge of.
abilities Knowledge of: principles and practices of administration; government organization and functions; the
functions and operations of the department to which assigned; accounting principles and practices; budget
preparation and budgetary controls; personnel administration; purchasing and storing methods; public
relations; and report writing.
Ability to: interpret laws, rules and regulations, secure and analyze facts and make administrative
decisions; develop new work procedures; maintain a professional demeanor and cooperative working
relationships, analyze financial statements and reports; prepare clear and concise reports; supervise a varied
nroaram of business activities: meet and deal effectively with the public.
Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards
deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable
accommodations.
Physical Effort Grou : -Light
Licenses or certificates required:
Possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable motor vehicle operator's license
as applicable to the position,
10 CERTIFICATION OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR I certify that the above statements are accurate and complete.
Immediate Supervisor's Signature Date
11 CERTIFICATION OF DIVISION HEAD I certify that the above statements are accurate and complete.
Division Head's Signature Date
12 CERTIFICATION OF DEPARTMENT HEAD I certify that the above statements are accurate and complete to
the best of my knowledge
Department Head's Signature Date
Distribution: Original - Civil Service, 1 st Copy - Department, 2nd Copy - Employee
Business Manager - Attachment Show
Position No. 00-Oxxxxx %
Examples of Duties (Continued): of time
5. Provides interpretive and advisory services concerning fiscal and personnel matters to the Director and 5%
Division Chiefs, and other personnel in the Department; attend staff meetings, provides appropriate training in
fiscal procedures and conducts internal audits and studies as needed. (1,2,3)
6. Plans, develops, and directs the compilation of accounting data and the preparation of monthly financial and 5%
budgetary reports for the department and divisions; develops internal procedures for the recording of
transactions relating to revenue, expenditures, payroll, reimbursements, and cash flow. (1,2)
7. Recommends/ assists in the modification and/or development of new fiscal regulations and laws such as sewer 5%
and solid waste user fees, facility charges and other financial issues. (1,2,3)
8. Assists the divisions in the development and implementation of collection procedures for receivables in 5%
special fund accounts. (1,2)
9. Attends meetings and conferences concerning fiscal matters such as budget instruction meetings, budget 5%
hearings, State sewer revolving fund, accounting and procurement procedure meetings to provide appropriate
oversight to insure that the Department and it's Divisions are complying with all applicable county, state, and
federal fiscal requirements. (1,2)
10. Assists the divisions in the fiscal management for federal and state grant and loan programs. (1,2) 2.5%
11. Plans, directs and oversee the operation and development of the department's integrated computer system. (2) 2.5%
12. Performs other related duties as assigned. 5%
Key: (1) The performance of this function is the reason this job exists.
(2) The number of other employees available to perform this function is limited.
(3) This function is highly specialized and employee is hired for special expertise or ability to perform this
function.