Fiscal Note
This position was recently reclassifiied from a limited term Architect 2 to a limited term Architect 3 (see Legistar Resolution #25182), The current resolution would upgrade the position from limited term to permanent status. No appropriation is required for 2012, as funding is already provided within the budget. The fiscal impact of conversion to permanent status would be realized in years 2013 and beyond. Annual costs associated with this position are projected at $70,288 (or $96,225 including benefits). For future years, Engineering staff estimate that the position will be funded approximately 65% by billings to capital projects and 35% by the tax levy.
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Create a new 1.0 FTE position of Architect-3 in the Engineering Division budget to replace the 1.0 FTE position of Architect 3-LTE (pos. no. 4309)
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Whereas the position of Architect 3-LTE in the Engineering Division is currently a limited-term employment; and
Whereas the position is currently filled with B. Cooper who is excelling in his work at the city; and
Whereas by converting this position from a LTE to a permanent FTE position, this would allow Facilities Management and Engineering Division to do more design work in-house such as a branch library or fire station thereby getting quality design work for less cost than hiring an outside architectural firm, which could range from $150,000-$200,000 ; and
Whereas this position would also provided added capacity for Facilities Management and the Engineering Division's to do quality construction administration, which is an important skill that is needed for the long-term; and
Whereas Facilities Management is managing more projects that are increasing in complexity, which will require more staff time;
Now Therefore Be it Resolved that a new 1.0 FTE position of Architect 3 in Compensation Group 18, Range 10 is created in the permanent salary detail of the Engineering Division budget to replace the existing Architect 3-LTE assignment (position no. 4309).
Be it further resolved that the current incumbent, B. Cooper, of the LTE position, be reallocated to the new permanent position.