The director may advise and assist department heads in the handling of all matters involving contemplated dismissal prior to the completion of the action, unless, in the judgment of the department head, immediate action is required. (Added by Ord. 84-129 § 2, Nov. 21, 1984; Amended by Ord. 04-141, Jan. 19, 2005, Eff date Jan. 31, 2005).