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RESOLUTION 16-19
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE,
TEXAS, APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE TO THE TOWN OF WESTLAKE
PERSONNEL MANUAL.
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake realizes that updates and refinements to our
standardized personnel policies and procedures are an ongoing and necessary practice; and
WHEREAS, the goal of the Town of Westlake is to provide policies and benefits that are
competitive to surrounding cities; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake desires is to provide employees with a personnel
manual that reflects the goals and vision of the Town's leaders; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council finds that the passage of this Resolution is in the best
interest of the citizens of Westlake.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1: That, all matters stated in the recitals hereinabove are found to be true and
correct and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety.
SECTION 2: That, the Westlake Town Council hereby approves the personnel policy
amendments attached to this resolution as Exhibit "A, and its inclusion into the Town of
Westlake Personnel Manual.
SECTION 3: If any portion of this resolution shall, for any reason, be declared invalid
by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining provisions
hereof and the Council hereby determines that it would have adopted this Resolution without the
invalid provision.
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Exhibit"A"
Part-Time Firefighter Program
The Town of Westlake helps to maintain minimum staffing requirements by qualified personnel
on a part-time basis. The primary purpose of the Program is to provide the community with an
auxiliary unit of trained, competent Firefighter/Paramedics. These employees supplement our
regular personnel and can be used in the event of an emergency when manpower is critical. A
screening process will be conducted on all applicants selected by the Fire Chief to be
consideredfor available positions.
Requirements
1. Must be at least 21 years of age;
2. Must be in good physical and mental health with no disabling physical condition;
3. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license;
4. Must not have a history of criminal or improper personal conduct that may affect
suitability for public safety work;
5. Must possess a United States high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent; and
6. Must possess current firefighter and paramedic certifications;
7. United States Citizenship required or legal authorization to work in the United States.
Hiring Process
1. Completion of Town of Westlake Employment Application
2. Completion of Personal History Statement
3. Review of Candidate Qualifications
4. Background Investigation
5. Department Interview
6. Certification and Appointment
Commitment
Part-time Firefighters are required to work a minimum amount of shifts, as outlined in the
Department's Standard Operating Policies. Part-time Firefighters not meeting this requirement
will be classified as inactive for an additional calendar quarter. If inactive for more than two
consecutive calendar quarters, Part-time Firefighters may be terminated without prior notice.
Employee Benefits
Part-time Firefighters are offered only specified benefits. These include social security match,
Medicare match, unemployment insurance, and workers' compensation insurance, as required by
law. Other benefits, including vacation pay, sick leave, retirement benefits, health or disability
insurance or related benefits, or any other type of employee benefits, are not included.
Compensation
Part-time Firefighters will be compensated at a rate that will be reviewed annually during the
Town's budget process. This pay rate may be adjusted at any other time by the Town Manager.
Employees will be paid twice monthly by direct deposit in accordance with the Fire
Department's 15-day payroll cycle.
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Uniforms
Part-time Firefighters will be provided with apparel which will identify them as a Town of
Westlake employee. In addition, bunker gear will be available for Part-time Firefighters to use
during emergency calls. Pants and footwear will not be provided.
Nature of Employment
Part-time Firefighters are subject to the same policies and departmental procedures as all other
employees. Details of these policies and procedures are contained in the Town of Westlake
Personnel Manual and the Westlake Fire/EMS Standard Operating Procedures document. All
Part-time Firefighters will receive a copy of the Town of Westlake Personnel Manual, either in
printed or electronic form.
It shall be the responsibility of each employee to read, understand, and comply with all policies,
procedures, rules, regulations, and practices,both those of the Town and those of their respective
departments. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
of employment.
Use of Town Equipment
All desks, lockers, vehicles, computers, storage devices, and any other equipment assigned to
employees throughout an employee's employment remain the property of the Town and may be
inspected by a Department Head without notice. There is no expectation of personal privacy in
any desk, locker, vehicle and/or equipment owned by or belonging to the Town. If an employee
chooses to lock up personal belongings in Town property, the employee shall provide the
Department Head with a copy of the key or combination that can be used in the event of an
absence from work. The Town assumes no responsibility for loss of employees' personal
belongings stored in Town property. For use of computer related equipment, see Section 2.05.
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SECTION 4: That this Resolution shall become effective from and after its date of
passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 23rd DAY OF MAY, 2016.
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