City and County of San Francisco

This specification defines and describes the full range of duties included within the levels of the deep class of Wharfinger.

The two levels are summarized below:

I – Under the general direction of the Wharfinger II, the Wharfinger I is responsible for an assigned area and industry grouping of the Port's maritime facilities and industries.

II – Under general direction administers and oversees the operation and management of the Port's facilities servicing maritime industries including cargo and cruise shipping, fishing, ferries, harbor services and excursion boats.

This class utilizes the deep class concept and encompasses multiple levels of responsibility.

Level I is distinguished from Level II in that the former performs paraprofessional wharfinger work and is a liaison between the Port and maritime users of Port facilities, whereas the latter is performs professional level work and is responsible for supervising staff, and administering and overseeing a variety of activities in support of the maritime industries operating at Port.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.•

Note that the duties listed below are cumulative. For example, Level II incumbents may be directed to perform any of the duties described in Level I.

Level I

1. Conducts daily patrol and monitors assigned area to ensure compliance with Port and government laws, regulations, safe practices, vessel berth assignments, and agreements.

2. Records berth occupancy status and transient berth activity.

3. Initiates and collects, as necessary, billing for dockage, wharfage, storage and related use fees.

4. Maintains and updates vessel files, monitors and maintains logs for contract security providers, water quality reporting, recycling and spill/debris inspections.

5. Performs regular inspections of facility conditions.

6. Generates reports for incident/damage cases, and maintenance and repair work requests.

7. Maintains contact with the public, tenants, other government agencies, and Port staff.

8. Operates the harbor patrol boat, pump out boat, dewatering pumps and bilge discharge treatment equipment.

9. Climbs vertical ladders above and below piers, works around and over the waters of the bay, maneuvers aboard vessels, and performs basic mooring line handling.

10. Responds to emergencies.

Level II

1. Prepares and maintains marine terminal agreements, leases and permits for use of Port maritime properties.

2. Initiates work orders and capital projects.

3. Investigates damages to Port property and/or claims against the Port; and negotiates settlements.

4. Devises solutions to problems that arise at maritime facilities and properties and serves as liaison between Port police and contract security and maritime customers to assist in the safe, efficient operation and promotion of their business.

Note that the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below are cumulative. For example, Level II incumbents must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities described in Level I.

Level I

Knowledge of: principles of file and record keeping; basic accounting principles; environmental best practices for harbors including first responder responsibilities and reporting for spill events; basic seamanship including safe mooring practices, vessel types and towing procedures; basic pier structures, utilities and fixtures in preparation of repair work requests.

Ability and Skill to: perform arithmetic computations accurately; operate an electronic calculator; perform basic computer operations including computer navigation, check and respond to e-mail, use word processing software, generate Excel spreadsheet reports; operate a VHF marine band two-way radio; communicate orally in a clear, concise and effective manner with the public, government agencies and Port tenants in person and by telephone with emphasis on customer service principles; prepare basic letters, reports, memos, e-mails, and other correspondence in a clear, concise, and effective manner; read and comprehend written material; learn Port-specific computer based reporting (i.e. work orders); operate a small craft (under 30', outboard propulsion) using safe practices; understand the mechanical operation of dewatering pumps and bilge filtration systems; lift up to 25 pounds; climb ladders above and below piers; work and drive in adverse weather conditions.

Level II

Knowledge of: laws, regulations and procedures related to management of the Port's maritime industries including tariffs and rates.

Ability and Skill to: develop effective working relationships with all facets of the maritime industry as well as with other divisions at the Port; identify problems and recommend and coordinate solutions as necessary; operate a personal computer to perform such functions as data entry and e-mail, to generate spreadsheets, and to use other word processing software; write various types of correspondence and documents clearly and concisely; speak clearly, concisely and effectively to individuals and/or groups.

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification.  Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Note that the qualifications listed below are cumulative. For example, Level II incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications described in Level I.

Level I

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination).

Experience:
Two (2) years of accounting, managerial or responsible clerical experience in the steamship or marine terminal industry, a commercial fishing harbor, or similar work requiring a knowledge or marine shipping practices, tariffs, and port operations.

License and Certification:
Possession of a valid California driver license.
Possession of a Standard First Aid (SFA) Certificate.

Substitution:
Possession of a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Maritime, Transportation, or Logistics may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis. One year of experience will be considered equivalent to 30 semester or 45 quarter units of college coursework.

Level II

Education:
Possession of a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:
Four (4) years of experience at a port, terminal operating company, or shipping company performing duties needing extensive knowledge of marine shipping practices, tariffs and port terminology.

License and Certification:
Possession of a valid California driver license.
Possession of a Standard First Aid (SFA) Certificate.
Possession of a Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certificate.

Substitution:
Additional experience as described above for Level II may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. One year of experience will be considered equivalent to 30 semester or 45 quarter units of college coursework.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Promotion through the levels of this deep class is not automatic and will be determined by the operational needs of the department.

Essential duties require the following skills and work environment: Ability to board a ship, work in a standard office environment, and drive and/or work outdoors in inclement weather.