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Ocean Ridge review shows seasonal overtime peaks; commissioners weigh staffing options
Summary
Commissioners reviewed a new workforce and overtime dashboard showing seasonal overtime peaks (December, March) and that dispatch and public works are the primary drivers; the town discussed scheduling changes, possible part-time hires and reclassifying the dispatch supervisor to reduce overtime exposure.
The commission reviewed an updated organizational chart and a workforce dashboard that tracks overtime and positions across departments. The Moderator said overtime remains necessary at seasonal peaks but that the town has reduced overall overtime compared with prior years; she pointed to December and March as predictable payroll peaks and noted dispatch and public works as the departments with the highest overtime pressure.
Commissioners and staff discussed operational choices including better vacation scheduling, contracting for after-hours calls, and potential reclassification of the dispatch supervisor from hourly to exempt salary to help absorb overtime costs and reduce hourly overtime payouts. "Because we're a small team, overtime is essential," the Moderator said, adding the town is treating this fiscal year as a baseline for future scheduling and staffing decisions.
The commission did not adopt personnel changes during the workshop but asked staff to continue tracking and to return with options for part-time hires, contractor arrangements and the cost/benefit of reclassifying positions.
