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Committee recommends housekeeping changes to Fire Department civil service rules
Summary
Committee reviewed and recommended approval of amendments to civil service Rule 10 (Promotions) and Section 8 (working out of class) to reflect prior title changes, require periodic recertification, and clarify temporary 'working out of class' procedures; the committee moved the item to the council consent calendar.
Melissa, a Fire Department representative, described proposed housekeeping amendments to the civil service rules that govern promotional processes and temporary assignments within the Fire Department. The changes update language to reflect a 2022 title change (fire inspectors to deputy fire marshal), clarify certification requirements and recertification timelines, and codify a process allowing employees to work temporarily "out of class" without completing a promotion cycle.
Melissa said working out of class typically covers short periods — from a single shift to several shifts — such as when staff call in sick or staffing is reduced; it is not intended to be a long‑term assignment. The amendments are intended to provide clarity so employees who do not wish to promote can still assume higher duties temporarily and receive appropriate compensation or recognition under the civil service rules.
A committee member asked for examples and for clarity on duration; Melissa said assignments can range from a few hours to multiple shifts but would not be multi‑year. Committee members characterized the changes as routine and supportive of staffing flexibility. A motion was made to recommend council approve the amendments to Rule 10, Sections 7 and 8, and to place the item on the consent calendar; the motion was seconded and the committee voted in favor. The chair announced the motion carries.
