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indicated this position is not like the Deputy City Administrator's position. It was noted that since 2010, the City is down by five employees within Administrative Services and Community Development and Management Analyst Brama is familiar with both areas and worked with the EDA and other Boards and Commissions as well as other City-wide initiatives. In addition, Management Analyst Brama has exhibited exemplary service and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Planning and Community Development and a Master's Degree in Public Institutions. Human Resources Manager Lasher stated Management Analyst Brama averages at least 56-58 hours per week and is not eligible for overtime pay to complete necessary work. Mr. Brama is working beyond his current job class and is not well -aligned with the City's internal equity structure. Human Resources Manager Lasher noted the City is currently recruiting for an Economic Development Manager, which will alleviate some of Mr. Brama's workload but the Council is also terminating the contract with The COR Development Manager. Human Resources Manager Lasher presented four alternatives to consider and the pros and cons of each. She indicated staffs recommendation is to promote Management Analyst Brama to the position of Assistant to the City Administrator, at Step 1 of the wage scale at $27.91 per hour and to authorize hiring a part-time temporary Intern to work the equivalent of 20 to 30 hours per week at $11.00 per hour for six months. The additional funding required to promote the Management Analyst, assuming a mid -March 2013 effective date, is approximately $12,000 (85% General Fund / 15% HRA). The additional funding required to hire a part-time temporary Intern ranges from $6,203 at 20 hours per week to $9,305 at 30 hours per week. The total budget impact for the changes would not exceed $18,203 to $21,305. The 2013 budget, through current projected savings to the General Fund, would satisfy these funding requirements. Councilmember Backous stated he thinks highly of Management Analyst Brama and knows he covers a lot of ground and well represents the City. However, some have expressed concern with the proposed title of this position and perception the City is top-heavy with administrators, which he wanted to avoid. Councilmember Backous stated he is not hung up on titles and it may not be an issue, but he would like the title discussed so it does not imply staff is becoming top heavy. Councilmember Backous stated he thinks the additional help is needed and this step is necessary to cover the work Management Analyst Brama is covering that requires 56-58 hours per week. City Administrator Ulrich stated this position started at Management Analyst since it was an entry level position and did not imply the City's staff was top heavy. But since Management Analyst Brama started, he has advanced beyond that classification. He explained this is a typical step but appreciates the comment by Councilmember Backous that the public may not perceive the difference between "Assistant to the City Administrator" and "Deputy Administrator." He stated an "Assistant to the City Administrator" is still an entry level administrative position. Councilmember Backous asked whether it is a typical step from the Management Analyst position. City Administrator Ulrich answered in the affirmative. Personnel Committee / February 26, 2013 Page 2 of 4