Housing Specialist

Salary : $45,693.23 - $64,297.58 AnnuallyLocation : Pompano Beach, FLJob Type : Full timeJob Number : 2024-095Department : Housing & Urban ImprovementOpening Date : 09 / 23 / 2024Closing Date : 1 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM EasternDescription Performs varied responsible clerical or secretarial work. General and specific assignments are received and are usually performed under little direct supervision allowing latitude for use of independent judgment. Performs a variety of responsible duties relative to the municipal services of the department to which assigned. Interprets departmental operations, policies, and procedures and disseminates relative information. Answers a variety of correspondence. Establishes and maintains a variety of complex records and reports. Computes and compiles data. Processes purchase requisitions, receiving reports and related paperwork; keeps accurate records. Prepares forms independently and composes letters. Sets up and maintains files. Schedules meetings for supervisors and advises supervisors and employees of meetings and events. Operates various office machines, word processing and data entry equipment. Takes minutes of conference, meetings and official functions. Meets and processes applicants. Administers examinations, calculates scores, records data and notifies applicants. Assists in administering policies in accordance with prescribed regulations. Performs related work as required. Typical QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent. Three years of secretarial / clerical and typing experience. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Some proficiency in typing, thorough knowledge of modern office equipment, practices, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of one or more municipal functions, including licensing, personnel, purchasing, storekeeping, record keeping, report writing, court records and procedures, and other similar municipal functions. Knowledge of business arithmetic and English. Ability to carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public. Ability to use a personal computer and knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to prepare complex documents and compose letters and memoranda. Ability to make decisions in accordance with departmental rules, regulations and policy. Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. A strong understanding of ethical behavior is required. Ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment. No significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, sitting, standing, pushing, and pulling. Preferred QualificationsLegal Assistant / Paralegal ExperienceMortgage Assistant / Loan Officer Assistant Experience Funding Source : HOME Investment Partnerships Program / Community Development Block Grant Program Supplemental InformationWork Days / Hours : Monday - Thursday, 7 : 00 a.m. - 6 : 00 p.m.Job Status : ( X ) Full time( ) Part time / temporaryDepartment / Number : Housing & Urban Improvement / CDBG Admin. / 8005 Pay Plan / Grade : 42 / 19

• NOTE : this is a grant funded position and may be continued only to the extent that the grant funds are availableThe City of Pompano Beach welcomes everyone who would like to become a member of our team and who wants to "Do Good". The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identify, familial status, or other circumstances and characteristics protected by state or federal law. The City promotes diversity of culture, background, thought, and ideas. The City strives to make inclusion a part of everything we do and strives for a work environment that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. Employees are paid biweekly. The pay range consists of a minimum and maximum salary. Initial appointment is usually made at the minimum salary of the pay range, but a higher salary may be considered for an especially well qualified candidate or to meet unusual needs. Annual merit increases of up to 3% up to the maximum of the pay range are based on fully effective job performance, or above, and are not automatic. Eligible Fire department combat employees receive annual merit increases of up to 4%.Group health insurance is paid for by the City; 100% for full time employees and 50% for eligible dependents.Paid leave includes : Vacation - accrue nine (9) days annually with additional days awarded for longevity; Sick Leave - accrue twelve (12) days annually; Holidays - thirteen (13) days off; Personal Days - two personal days after six months of service.Pension plan : General Employees' Retirement System participation is required for all eligible employees. Each employee contributes a tax deferred deduction of 10% of their salary to the plan and the City contributes a like amount. The defined benefit pension plan is based on the average of the last three base salary years times 3% times years of service. If an employee leaves the employ of the City prior to seven (7) year vesting or retirement, their contribution, with interest, is refundable. Fire pension participants contribute 11.6% and are required to participate in the Pompano Beach Police & Firefighters' Retirement System.Other benefits offered to City employees include : cost of living adjustments (when applicable), tuition reimbursement, tax deferred savings plan, credit union services, direct deposit, sick leave bank, sick leave to vacation conversion, employee assistance program, Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP), Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Account (VEBA), and a four day work week for certain positions.Part time employees are not eligible for benefits and benefits may vary depending on bargaining units.01 Do you have 3 years of secretarial / clerical and typing experience?If so, please explain. 02 Do you have some proficiency in typing and a thorough knowledge of modern office equipment, practices, and procedures? If so, please explain. 03 Do you have Legal Assistant / Paralegal experience? If so, please explain. 04 Do you have Mortgage Assistant / Loan Officer Assistant experience? If so, please explain. 05 Describe your experience with Excel, Word, Outlook. Required Question

Salary : $45,693 - $64,298