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RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE EXISTING CIVIL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION OF SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER.
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CITY PROPOSAL:
RESOLVED, that the proposed amendments to the specifications for the existing civil service classification of sustainability officer (attached as Exhibit A), which were approved by the civil service board on April 1, 2025, are approved. This classification shall remain subject to the city's collective bargaining agreement with its supervisory unit employees; and that pay range for said classification shall change to Range 40, pay rate of $86,783 to $114,200 per year, from Range 60, pay rate of $102,515 to $134,904 per year.
Statement of Purpose
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: The existing classification of sustainability officer has been revised to reflect necessary changes before we run the selection process to fill the current vacancy. The purpose of this position is to direct and coordinate the management, implementation, and advancement of the City's sustainability and resiliency program across all aspects of City operations. This position is responsible for enhancing City policies, programs, and initiatives that promote environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, resilient transportation systems, and sustainable utility management. The Sustainability Officer will also advise on ordinances and resolutions and develop related City initiatives. Additionally, this position will serve as a liaison to the broader business community, fostering collaboration on sustainability and resiliency for City of Duluth energy use, transportation, and utilities. The pay range negotiated for this classification is Range 40, pay rate of $86,783 to $114,200 per year. This is a change from Range 60, pay rate of $102,515 to $134,904 per year.