Financial Specialist-Parks and Recreation Department

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Port St. Lucie FL 34984, FL

Job Type: FULL-TIME

Job Number: 202302403

Department: PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Opening Date: 09/05/2023

Closing Date: 9/12/2023 5:00 PM Eastern

POSITION SUMMARY

This position has been budgeted for fiscal year 23/24 and will be filled on or after 10/1/2023. The hourly rate of pay is also indicative of the updated position start rate for the new fiscal year.

The City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer.

This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening.

The starting salary range for this position is $19.83 – $22.81 depending on qualifications

Specialized accounting work in compiling, maintaining, and verifying diverse statistical, fiscal, and bookkeeping records and accounts. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City.

This position is an Essential classification and will be required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

  • Keeps the mission, vision, and values of the City of Port St. Lucie at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
  • Compiles timesheets and enters data onto the master time sheet for Recreation/Fitness/Golf Instructors to submit to Finance on a bi-weekly basis.
  • Compiles data from Registration/Facility software to pay all instructors working for the Department.
  • As the department’s designated timekeeper, incumbent is responsible for the monitoring and accuracy of all timekeeping entries in the KRONOS electronic timekeeping system; on a bi-weekly basis, signs off and approves KRONOS timecards for all departmental employees (excluding Recreation/Fitness/Golf Instructors as noted above).
  • Provides various information/reports to Director and Administrators as requested.
  • Records attendance on all employees for departmental records.
  • Enters employee’s leaves of absence/FMLA onto spreadsheets for departmental records.
  • Assists with the input of VISA receipts into software program, with necessary Department codes, and explanations for submission with reports to the Office of Management and Budget, Procurement Division.
  • Completes the daily cash report for the department.
  • Is the primary backup for the Administrative Assistant for P.O.’s, department bill paying and other duties as assigned.
  • Answers all questions relate to payroll and Visa allocation inquiries.
  • Assists Administrative Assistant regarding ordering office supplies and monitoring toner quantities needed.
  • Works with the payroll staff to amend any payroll and/or accrual discrepancies.
  • Completes any and all reports, time sheets, etc. in the event of an Emergency Management crisis, i.e., hurricanes, tornadoes, etc. This criterion has been set forth by Finance.
  • Educates the public about park rules and regulations.
  • Other duties as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
May oversee the work of non-supervisory employees. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the City’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited high school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred. Three (3) years of account keeping, payroll or related experience required.
A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of City and finance department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of bookkeeping principles.
  • Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
  • Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
  • Knowledge of the rules and regulations relative to accounting records.
  • Ability to perform arithmetic calculations accurately and rapidly.
  • Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
  • Ability to type at the prescribed rate of speed.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to operate calculator and other office equipment.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
  • Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
  • Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
  • Ability to stay centered when challenged.
  • Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to follow through with assigned tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

12 paid holidays per year

Vacation Leave:
1-3 years- 10 days
4-9 years- 15 days
10-19 years- 20 days
20+ years- 25 days
PT employees accrue depending on hours worked
Personal Days:
2 days for non-exempt employees per year
3 days for exempt employees per year

Sick Time:
FT employees accrue 8 hours per month
PT employees accrue 4 hours per month

Retirement Plan:
The City contributes an amount equal to 11.4% of an eligible employee’s biweekly earnings into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employee contributes 1%.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth IRA
$50,000 Basic Term Life Insurance
$50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Optional Benefits:
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program
Health Reimbursement Account
Employee Assistance Plan
Supplemental Life
Legal insurance

The of City Port St. Lucie provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. For additional details on benefits offer by the City of Port St. Lucie, see the link below.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent GED? A high school diploma or GED must be presented at time of employment.

  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have an Associate’s Degree in accounting or a related field?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have thee (3) years of account keeping, payroll, or related experience?

Required Question

Job Category
Sports, Fitness and Recreation
Job Type
Full Time/Permanent
Salary
USD 19.83 - 22.81 per hour
Country
United States
City
Port St. Lucie
Career Level
unspecified
Company
City of Port St. Lucie, FL
JOB SOURCE
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofpsl/jobs/4191939