Employment Opportunities

Department:       FINANCE

Annual Salary Range: $58,754 – $94,654 D.O.Q.

 BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

 Performs and reviews all accounting functions in the Government Accounting System: accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash receipts, business tax, community development, fixed assets, fleet, investments, and debt. Reviews interim reports, performs reconciliations, prepares and processes month-end reports, journal entries, financial statement analysis and review, year-end reports analysis and review, work with auditors. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. CGFO or CPA certification is preferred. Three to five years of governmental accounting and supervisory experience or a combination of training and experience may be substituted for governmental and supervisory experience at the City’s discretion. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:       FINANCE

Annual Salary Range:  $71,415 – $115,053

Under limited supervision directs the overall operations of the Finance Department; supervises, trains, and evaluates the performance of subordinate staff. Prepares, performs, reviews and analyzes interim and year-end financial statements through to the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Coordinates the preparation of the Annual Budget and Budget Resolutions and monitors the budget throughout the fiscal year. Monitors, analyzes, and assist in making investment decisions in compliance with the City Investment Policy. Develops and supplies statistical data, reports and information as requested. Implements and evaluates policies and procedures relative to operations and internal controls. Coordinates and administers the Debt of the City and ensures that all Bond Covenants are followed and in compliance.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. CGFO or CPA certification preferred. Three to five years governmental accounting and supervisory experience in government accounting.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department: BUILDING DEVELOPMENT

Hourly Range: $16.51 – $26.60 D.O.Q.

Under general supervision is responsible for assisting contractors, subcontractors, business owners and the general public with information on the permitting and local business tax receipt process.  Receives permit applications and issues permits for building, electrical, mechanical equipment, plumbing, gas, signage, tree, utility, dock and demolition.  Receives and processes local business tax receipts from application to issuance.  Processes renewals, transfers and payments of tax receipts.  Performs other related clerical duties such as typing, telephone answering, filing, etc.

Minimum Requirements: High School diploma/GED, and 2—3 years of permitting, local business tax receipt and/or customer service experience, preferably in a municipal environment. Preferred Requirements: Minimum requirements plus basic college courses in business management/office systems or related area and 3—5 years’ experience in permitting, local business tax receipt and/or customer service, preferably in a municipal environment. An equivalent combination of education/training and experience may be substituted for required education/training and experience, at the City’s discretion. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:       PUBLIC SERVICES – WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

Annual Salary:    $53,292 – $85,853 D.O.Q.

Under limited supervision, oversees the effective and efficient operations of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and associated lift stations ensuring that all State and Federal regulations are met.  Performs a variety of supervisory duties and evaluates and maintains required files and records and prepares various reports as required. Serves as the primary point of contact for the Wastewater Division Manager regarding treatment plant operations.  Performs highly skilled work and administers the treatment plant.  Works productively with staff and promotes same for efficient and compliant operations throughout the Wastewater Division (Sewage Collection, Lift Stations, Environmental Compliance) and the City.  Develops recommended maintenance/ testing/ improvement/ project plans, work prioritization and planning, coordination with other staff/departments, and oversight of related projects or contractors.  Assists in other functions as assigned.

Education: Required— High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Preferred: Vocational/specialized training in the area of WWTP operations. Experience: Required—7 to 10 years’ experience in wastewater field, 4 of which must be in actual plant operations and at least 1 year successful of supervisory experience. Preferred: 10+ years’ experience and 2 to 3 years’ management experience. Licensure/Certification: Required—Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License; Florida DEP Class “A” Wastewater Treatment Operator’s License; Wastewater operations courses (“C”, “B” and “A”). Preferred: Florida Wastewater Collection System certification.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:          CITY CLERK & COLLECTIONS

Hourly Wage Range: $15.72 – $25.33 D.O.Q.

Under supervision, this position performs various clerical duties related to the processing of various types of applications, permits and collection of payments owed to the City; establishes and maintains associated records and files. Duties include but are not limited to computer data entry, typing, filing, copying, answering/initiating telephone calls and assisting the general public. The successful candidate must possess good typing/computer skills and superior customer service skills, coupled with the ability to handle unpredictable situations and many interruptions. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma/GED;  with a minimum of 2—3 years of strong clerical and cashiering experience, preferably in a municipal government setting (3—5 years of above-listed experience is preferred); an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and experience may be considered at the City’s discretion. Must be bondable. A background check including credit history will be performed at the city’s expense.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:       BUILDING DEVELOPMENT

Annual Salary Range:                $46,035 – $85,853 D.O.Q.

Under limited supervision, is responsible for performing on-site inspections of new and existing building construction to ensure compliance with local, state and federal building codes and regulations.  Performs field inspections of various projects (City and private developments) during construction to verify and record appropriate completion of required building and site construction elements. Documents compliance and non-compliance with applicable codes, laws or regulations. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction and five (5) years of responsible experience in inspection, plan review or building construction, with 7 years’ experience preferred.

Licensure requirements by the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB)

IV: Four (4) standard inspector certifications as follows:

Standard building, standard electrical, standard mechanical, standard plumbing (or a standard one and two family dwelling inspector may be substituted for one of the aforementioned categories) or the ability to obtain the corresponding provisional certificates in these categories immediately upon hire and pass the requisite testing prior to the expiration of the provisional licensing.

III: Same as level IV except that only three (3) standard certificates are required.

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for required education and/or experience, at the City’s discretion. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department: PROJECT ADMINISTRATION

Hourly Range: $58,754-$94,654 D.O.Q.

This is very responsible technical, contract administration, grants administration, and project management work that involves grant writing, procurement administration, project management, project execution, supervision of assigned staff, and technical evaluation of construction contracts, project plans, and project activities. Employees in this classification take responsibility for grant project planning, grant and project contract administration, and construction oversight processes including assignments with potentially complex and diversified projects involving grant writing, grant management, project design, construction, and review. Employees are expected to exercise considerable independent judgment in resolving problems and supervising technical activities. Assists the Project Administration Director and Assistant Director with various administrative functions of the department as assigned.

Education/Experience: Six (6) years’ grant writing, engineering, public administration or construction management, contract administration or directly related experience in grant writing and project management experience or training; or a Bachelor’s degree in   engineering, public administration, construction management, contract administration plus 3 years’ experience as described above; or an equivalent combination of education,  experience and professional licensure/certifications may be considered by the City. Projects Management Certification such as PMCP is preferred. Consideration may be given to other highly desirable knowledge, skills, abilities and credentials relevant to the position. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:       CULTURAL & CIVIC SERVICES

Hourly Range:    $14.26 – $22.98 D.O.Q.

This is an advanced paraprofessional position which requires considerable knowledge of library procedures. The incumbent works under a Librarian’s direction, with some independence, and exercises good judgment. Clerical duties include but are not limited to issuing library cards, maintaining patron database, handling interlibrary loan requests, training patrons in use of computers and library resources. The position requires computer/internet skills, cash handling, and ability to balance figures. The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university, preferably with graduate courses in library science. One to two years’ library experience is required, with two to three years of library experience preferred. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted at the City’s discretion. This position involves occasional semi-arduous work which includes lifting, reaching, etc.  Hours and days vary, with evening and weekend work required.  Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Closing Date:       OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:       PUBLIC WORKS (STREETS)

Hourly Range:    $17.34-$27.93 D.O.Q.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of record keeping and clerical duties including organizing, distributing, and processing work orders and purchase orders, typing correspondence, filing assistance in budget preparation, payroll processing and other related administrative duties for the Public Works maintenance division, including Streets and Stormwater.  Dispatches workers via radio or telephone, receives and directs telephone calls, handles customer complaints, communicates to customers as required regarding  repair or maintenance status, and assists Public Works maintenance staff with record keeping activities.  The position manages maintenance records and inventory, organizes division activities, and maintains the operations database as assigned by the Streets and Stormwater Supervisor.

Closing Date:     OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:       PUBLIC SERVICES – REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FACILITY

Hourly Rate:       $17.34 – $27.93 D.O.Q.

Treatment plant apprenticeship position providing on-the-job experience and knowledge for achieving licensing/certification in the assigned area of operations. Under general operator supervision, learns to perform skilled work in operation and maintenance of the reverse osmosis (RO) water facility, ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulatory criteria and all safety policies and procedures. Receives instruction in Operations, Process Analyses and Technical Training. Assists in other functions as assigned. Education: Required—High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Preferred: Associate’s or higher degree in chemistry, biology or related field. Vocational/specialized training in the area of treatment operations. Prior Water operations coursework or experience. Licensure/Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Successful completion of testing for Florida DEP Class “C” Water Treatment Operator’s License is preferred. Successful completion of testing for Florida DEP Class “C” Water Treatment Plant Operator’s License required within 1 year of hire. Florida DEP Class “C” Water Treatment Plant Operator’s License required within 2 years of employment. Class “B” (CDL) License with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement required within 180 days of employment, depending on area of assignment.

CLOSING DATE:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:     PUBLIC SERVICES – RECREATION DIVISION Hourly Rate:    $15.00 Closing Date:   OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Description/Requirements: Successful candidates must have a High School diploma or GED with one to two years’ experience in the recreation field and at least six months of supervision experience is preferred. This position is responsible for a variety of duties at one of the City’s recreational facilities including supervising established programs for adults and children. Also responsible for distributing, collecting, and operating equipment, policing grounds and closing facilities. An equivalent combination of education/training and experience may be substituted for required experience requirements. Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License. CPR and AED Certifications required.

Department: POLICE

Minimum Hourly Rate: $15.00

Mature judgment and ability to get along with the public.

Work is performed outdoors and applicant must be physically

Able to perform some manual labor of varying degrees of

Difficulty and in varying weather conditions.

Part-Time hours governed by school openings and closing times.

Schedule – Monday through Friday, hours vary.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department: PARKS DEPARTMENT

Hourly Range: $15.00-$22.98 D.O.Q.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of maintenance duties for parks and parkways including mowing grass, raking, hauling brush/trash, pruning, painting, pesticide application, and laying bricks.  Preparation and maintenance of playing fields and installation and repair of sprinkler systems, chain link fences and pumps.  Must have ability to identify and solve problems with turf and irrigation systems.

Education/Experience: Successful candidate must have a High School diploma or GED. Six months to one year of experience in lawn and/or parks maintenance, ball field preparation, irrigation and pesticides is preferred; may require certification in turf maintenance or pesticide license upon hire. Qualified candidates must possess and retain a valid Florida Driver’s license.  Must be physically able to perform manual labor of varying degrees of difficulty and in varying weather conditions, including the ability to lift 100 pounds and climb 20 feet. Previous experience in the operation of various types of machinery and equipment is preferred.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:       PUBLIC SERVICES

Annual Salary:    $39,768 – $64,066 D.O.Q.

Under general supervision, performs operations and maintenance assignments in addition to custodial tasks related to the operations of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.  Collects and computes routine and special daily samples, readings and data, and records data into computer.  Operates sludge processing equipment and loading operation, monitoring and adjusting processes as needed.  Performs maintenance duties in plant and on facility grounds. At the direction of the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator, evaluates and maintains required files and records and prepares various reports as required.  Ensures that operations meet all regulatory requirements. Performs maintenance duties in plant and on grounds.  Education: Required— High School Diploma or GED equivalency.   Vocational education or training in wastewater operations. Experience: Required— 1.5 years of FT experience as an operator in a wastewater treatment facility. Preferred—Three years of constructive experience. Licensure/Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Florida Class “C” Wastewater Plant Operator’s License is required. Depending on area of assignment, Class “B” (CDL) License with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement required within 180 of employment.  May be required to work any shift, weekends, and holidays.

Closing Date:      OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department: PUBLIC SERVICES

Hourly Range: $16.51 – $26.60 D.O.Q.

Wastewater Collection Technician apprenticeship position providing on-the-job experience and knowledge for achieving licensing/certification in the assigned area of operations. Under general technical supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of wastewater system components in the field or at the treatment facility. Works productively with staff for efficient and compliant operations. Assists in other functions as assigned. Education: Required—High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Preferred: Associate’s or higher degree in chemistry, biology or related field. Vocational/specialized training in the area of wastewater utility operations. Prior Wastewater or Water operations coursework or experience. Licensure/Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Successful completion of testing for Florida Wastewater Collection Certification Level “C” is preferred. Successful completion of testing for Florida Wastewater Collection Certification Level “C” required within 1 year of employment. Florida Wastewater Collection Certification Level “C”  required within 2 years of employment. Class “B” (CDL) License with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement required within 180 of employment, depending on area of assignment.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department:       PUBLIC SERVICES

Hourly Range:    $58,754-$94,654 D.O.Q.

Under limited supervision, this position administers and leads the daily operations of the City’s water conveyance system, to include raw water, potable water, reclaimed water, and wastewater conveyance systems. Serves as the primary point of contact for the Utilities Superintendent regarding water conveyance operations.  Performs specialized and complex work, supervision, and administration in the construction, maintenance, and repair of system components to ensure the maximum efficiency and effectiveness of potable and reclaimed water distribution and sewage collection.  Develops recommended maintenance/repair/construction plans, work prioritization and planning, coordination with other staff/departments, and oversight of related projects or contractors.  Works productively with staff for efficient and compliant operations.  Assists in other functions as assigned.

Closing Date:     OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department: PUBLIC SERVICES

Hourly Range: $18.20 – $29.33 D.O.Q.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of office administrative duties such as providing customer service, communications, procurement processing, payroll processing, budget tracking, word processing, records maintenance,  vendor billing, answering telephones, data entry, filing, bookkeeping,  handling mail, compliance reporting as well as report preparation. Provides administrative support to Water Division operations and activities. The successful candidate will possess superior organizational skills and the ability to pay attention to detail, as well as exceptional communication and public relations skills.

Qualifications: Minimum—High School diploma or GED equivalency plus at least 3 years of secretarial/clerical experience; Preferred—Secretarial certification or Associate’s or higher degree in business management or a related field (with experience as listed above) plus prior experience with administration within utility or other related operations. An equivalent combination of education/training and experience may be substituted for required education/training and experience, at the City’s discretion.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Annual Salary: $43,842 — $70,631 D.O.Q.

Open Until Filled

Under limited supervision, performs highly skilled work in the operation of the reverse osmosis water facility, ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulatory criteria and all safety policies and procedures. Serves as the technical lead for treatment plant operations for the assigned shift as determined by the Chief Operator. Performs work as assigned in the operation and maintenance of water facilities, including wells, outfall, injection well, Splash Park and distribution system. Assists in developing recommended maintenance/testing/improvement/project plans, work prioritization and planning, coordination with other staff/departments and oversight of related projects or contractors. Assists in other functions as assigned. Education: Required— High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Water operations courses C, B, A. Preferred—Associate’s or higher degree in chemistry, biology or related field. Vocational/specialized training in the area of Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment operations. Experience: Required—at least 5 years of experience in treatment plant operations which include laboratory and maintenance duties. Preferred—same as above  with at least 1 year of successful supervisory experience. Prior reverse osmosis water treatment plant operation and management experience. Licensure/Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Florida DEP Class “A” Water Treatment Plant Operator’s License is required. Class “B” (CDL) with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement may be required within 180 of employment, depending on area of assignment.

Department:       PUBLIC SERVICES

Hourly Rate:       $16.51 – $26.60 D.O.Q.

Water Distribution Technician apprenticeship position providing on-the-job experience and knowledge for achieving licensing/certification in the assigned area of operations. Under general operator supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of water and reclaimed water pipes, valves, meters, fire hydrants and other water system components in the field or at the treatment facility. Works productively with staff for efficient and compliant operations. Assists in other functions as assigned. Education: Required—High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Preferred: Associate’s or higher degree in chemistry, biology or related field. Vocational/specialized training in the area of water utility operations. Prior Wastewater or Water operations coursework or experience. Licensure/Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Successful completion of testing for Florida DEP Level III Water Distribution Operator’s License is preferred. Successful completion of testing for Florida DEP Level III Water Distribution Operator’s License required within 1 year of employment. Florida DEP Level III Water Distribution Operator’s License required within 2 years of employment. Class “B” (CDL) License with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement required within 180 of employment, depending on area of assignment.

Closing Date:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Department: PUBLIC SERVICES

Hourly Range: $17.34 – $27.93 D.O.Q.

Under limited supervision, performs various licensed and/or certified technical duties related to the protection of the public water supply, including meter repair and backflow operations, distribution system maintenance and repair, and water quality monitoring and assessment.

Education: Required— High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Certification in backflow testing and repair is required within 6 months of employment. Preferred—Vocational/technical school training in backflow testing, backflow repairs. Experience: Required—At least one (1) year of experience in utilities activities, including meter and backflow installation, water distribution systems or plumbing works. Preferred—Two or more years of experience in plumbing and utilities activities. Licensure/Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.  Must be at least a FDEP Level 3 Water Distribution System Operator, or obtain such license within one (1) year of starting the position. Advanced licensure is strongly encouraged with this position. A Florida Class “B” (CDL) License with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement is required within 180 days of employment, depending on area of assignment.

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED