
One Problem Is Never Just One Problem
One Problem Is Never Just One Problem
Why what looks like one organizational issue may be part of something much larger
The main issue is timing, since we only become aware of organizational problems when they have become difficult to ignore. The second problem is more difficult to detect: even after we do notice it, we usually look at it as an isolated issue. A resignation is dealt with as a resignation. A complaint is given its own file. A drop in output is turned into a discussion about productivity rather than being seen as part of a bigger picture. We treat individual symptoms as if each one has its own separate story, whereas the reality is generally not so neat.
Most organizations are designed to divide reality according to departments. A staffing shortage is then treated as a scheduling issue. An increase in absenteeism is dealt with as an HR matter. Low morale is referred to as a wellness issue. Turnover has its own dashboard, usually being looked at in a separate meeting from the one where burnout is discussed. Each problem is assigned to its own responsible person, gets its own explanation, and is sometimes given its own consultant. Yet the organization as a whole does not go through all of these issues in separate departments. The same root cause that is behind the staffing shortage is often also the cause of the turnover, the absenteeism, and the gradual decline in morale. The organization’s structure just doesn't state this.
Music provides a good example. If you play a single note by itself it doesn't tell you much; it's only when several notes are heard while a melody and its meaning become clear. Similarly, organizational information often functions in the same way. A single data point may be interesting on its own, but meaning seldom exists in any one piece of information by itself; rather, it is found in the relationships between the pieces, in the changes that occur when you stop reading them one at a time and begin to listen to what they say when taken together.
The way things are viewed causes leaders to ask different questions. The first and most frequently asked question in an organization is What happened? Although this is a reasonable starting point, it is seldom the most helpful one. The next better question comes shortly after: What else is happening? And the most important question of all is the one that is almost never asked: Could these things be connected? Most organizations content themselves with the first question. Very few go on to ask the third.
There is no need to give up the way most organizations are currently arranged since departments have valid reasons for existing and specialization does in fact have value. All that is required is a habit which most leaders never develop, that of laying the information side by side with each other before deciding what it means. The error we should avoid is not failing to spot a problem; the greater mistake is to notice the problem, understand it by itself, and then stop there.
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Prepare clear audit reports with practical recommendations and perform follow-up reviews to determine if management has implemented corrective actions; Conduct special reviews, investigations, or other engagements requested by the Town Manager, Town Council, Town Attorney, or Finance Director, consistent with applicable laws, professional standards, and the Internal Auditor’s independence. Investigate allegations or indicators of fraud, waste, abuse, misuse of public resources, or significant control weaknesses and coordinate with appropriate officials when additional investigation or action is warranted; Maintain awareness of emerging risks, changes in laws and regulations, professional auditing standards, technology, and best practices applicable to local government; Maintain confidentiality and independence in all engagements, contributing to a culture that encourages integrity, respect, excellence, and innovation; Support external auditors and other oversight bodies, as appropriate, and coordinate audit activities to promote efficient use of Town resources and minimize unnecessary duplication of audit work; Perform other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of the principles of internal auditing, governmental accounting, and financial management, including Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements, and professional auditing standards; Thorough knowledge of federal and state requirements governing municipal financial practices, including budgeting, accounting, procurement, payroll, utility billing and collections, grants management, cash management, IT controls, and regulatory compliance; Thorough knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, governance principles, fraud prevention and detection techniques, and performance measurement in local government; Ability to independently plan and conduct financial, operational, compliance, IT, and performance audits while maintaining objectivity and independence; Ability to assess risks, analyze complex processes, develop practical recommendations, and communicate audit findings effectively; Ability to communicate audit objectives, procedures, findings, risks, and recommendations clearly and effectively to employees, department directors, executive management, the Town Manager, Town Attorney, and Town Council. Ability to resolve sensitive issues with professionalism, discretion, diplomacy, and sound judgment while maintaining confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information; Proficiency in the use of modern office technology, audit management software, financial systems, data analytics tools, spreadsheet and database applications, and other technologies used to support audit planning, testing, reporting, and continuous monitoring. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The work in this class is generally sedentary. An employee must be able to talk and hear in order to communicate with staff and others and to perform the tasks listed above. Visual acuity is necessary in order to read and write handwritten and typewritten materials and view a computer terminal. Minimum and Preferred Qualifications Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration or a closely related field, and considerable experience with internal auditing governmental accounting, financial management, compliance, risk management, and financial systems. Preferences include a Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field and at least five years of relevant work experience in internal audit. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal history check, SBI finger-printing, motor vehicle records check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment. Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.
The City of Folsom's Parks & Recreation Department is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Supervisor to join the Park Maintenance Division. This is an exempt position Monday - Friday, 6:00a.m. - 3:00p.m, and is represented by the Folsom Middle Management Group (FMMG). IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an experienced and collaborative parks maintenance professional with progressively responsible experience supervising the maintenance of municipal parks, playgrounds, trails, athletic fields, landscaping, irrigation systems, trees, and related public facilities. The preferred candidate will have at least five (5) years of increasingly responsible parks or public-works maintenance experience, including supervisory experience in a municipal or other government setting. The successful candidate will have working knowledge of sports-turf maintenance and basic knowledge of irrigation systems and controls, tree care, playground safety, and applicable workplace safety requirements. The position also requires strong administrative skills, including budget development and monitoring, contract administration, work planning, project coordination, performance management, and the use of maintenance-management systems. We are seeking a proactive and accountable leader who can build a positive team culture, establish clear performance expectations, improve work processes, and successfully guide employees through organizational and operational changes. The ideal candidate will be visible in the field, responsive to the community, and committed to providing safe, attractive, and well-maintained parks and trails. Under the direction of the Facilities Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor plans, organizes and provides supervision and oversight for daily maintenance operations and activities in an assigned area, such as parks, landscape and lighting, facilities, service center, drainage, park grounds, outdoor facilities, trails, streetlights, recreational and water facilities; supervises and evaluates the work of both city maintenance employees and outside contractors; coordinates section activities with those of other sections and departments; inspects and troubleshoots maintenance work; and performs related work as required. Examples of Essential Duties NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Supervise maintenance staff by determining workloads and schedules; develop, interpret and implement policies and procedures; evaluate staff and make hiring and termination recommendations; and ensure that staff are trained in complex maintenance activities and are following standard operating procedures. Monitor and participate in operations in assigned sections including inspecting projects, developing and implementing modifications and improvements, recommending specifications and scheduling for contracts, negotiating prices and inspecting contractor's work to ensure that safe work practices and standard operating procedures are followed. Answer questions and provide information related to projects including resolving problems, approving expenditures, responding to and resolving complaints, and providing technical expertise in the area of assignment. Interact professionally with the public, vendors and city staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships and works in cooperation with the management team to effectively meet departmental objectives. Provide input into the development of the operating budget for the assigned area of responsibility; order materials and supplies; assist in the monitoring and tracking of expenditures for the section. Coordinate section activities with other sections, programs, and departments, including scheduling and resolving service requests Coordinate and inspect work performed by contractors. Assist in the selection of staff; perform periodic evaluations of subordinates and recommend and implement discipline as required. Ensure that safety training is provided to staff and that proper safety practices are followed. Ensure compliance with City specifications and required performance standards. Respond to emergencies as requested; coordinate activities with other responders; direct the work of staff and utilization of resources to effect repair and ensure the safety of the community. May perform a variety of field maintenance tasks, depending upon experience and level of certification. Prepare records related to the work performed and materials and supplies used; enter invoices in the computerized purchasing system. Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the division's budgets. Coordinate work and projects with contractors and/or other City departments. Prepare reports and correspondence. Understand and conduct Utility Service Alert notifications. In the absence of the Manager, this position may be assigned to act in the capacity of the Manager. Performs other related duties as assigned. Employment Standards NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Essential Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of: Principles of work scheduling. Safety and maintenance practices in assigned area. Methods, materials, practices, equipment, and tools used in assigned area. Occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in the work. Computer equipment and software applicable to program administration. Principles and practices of project development, management and administration. Principles and practices of supervision, training, discipline, and performance evaluation. Common word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. Ability to: Supervise, train, discipline, and evaluate subordinates. Plan and organize the work of subordinate personnel engaged in maintenance work. Operate equipment used in assigned area. Keep records and prepare reports. Estimate costs and determine personnel and equipment needs. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to interpret blueprints and landscape plans. Minimum Qualifications Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade. Experience: Two (2) years of full-time experience as a Senior Maintenance Worker in the City of Folsom in the designated or similar functional area. OR Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience in designated or similar functional area that included one (1) year of lead work or supervisory responsibilities. Substitution for Parks assignment only: A bachelor's degree in horticulture, arboriculture, forestry, landscape architecture, turf management, parks management, public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the qualifying parks maintenance experience. Desirable Qualifications: Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM) Certified Arborist License, Certificate, Registration Requirements: Possession of, or ability to obtain and retain, a California Class C driver license by the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. At the option of the City, persons hired into this class may be required to either possess at entry or obtain within specified time limits, designated licenses, certificates or specialized education and training relevant to the area of assignment. Additional requirements may include, but are not limited to the following: Qualified Applicators Certificate or License for pesticide application California Class "A" Drivers License California Commercial "B" Drivers License with tanker and airbrake endorsements or with passenger endorsement Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) First Aid Certification Industrial Emergency Council (IEC) Confined Space Entry, Awareness and Rescue Certificate Forklift Certification Certified Playground Safety Inspector Certified Pool Operator Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certified Landscape Technician Certified Irrigation Contractor International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Temporary Traffic Control through Work Zone Certificate Physical Requirements: Work is performed in a typical office environment with frequent work outside in various types of weather. (1) Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, and/or kneeling. (2) Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 100 pounds. (3) Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. (4) Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. (5) Hearing/ Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. (6) Emotional/ Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. (7) Environmental: frequent exposure to noise occasional exposure to outdoor environment, solvents, chemicals, and environmental substances. Other Requirements: Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and respond to emergencies based on operational needs.





