City of St Petersburg Hiring for Housing Development Specialist at Saint Petersburg, FL Full Time

This is grant-funded, responsible professional and technical work of an advanced level involving the compliance, planning, development and implementation of comprehensive municipal housing development programs, federal/state grants, contracts and budgets, and related financing programs. Employees in this position are expected to be able to perform all work tasks and comply with any work schedules, attendance, or duty requirements which may be established by City or department rules. An employee in this position must be able to exercise considerable independent sound judgment serving internal and external customers, answering routine and in-depth questions and/or providing presentations regarding organizational programs; must assist with the development of plans and procedures for effective housing programs; and is expected to exercise a high degree of professional discretion in situations involving sensitive or confidential information. Work is performed under the general direction of an administrative supervisor and is reviewed through conversation, conferences, and the analysis of reports and evaluation of results achieved. This position is expected to be for a two-year term and additional years will be contingent on continued funding.

Salary: $55,176 – $89,854

Close Date: 04-18-2022 (11:59 PM)

To Qualify

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Have a valid Bachelor’s degree with major course work in, public or business administration, finance, or a related field accompanied by two years of experience in professional community development work – or – relevant experience combined with education and training may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.
• Be highly proficient in typing and the use of a personal computer, including the use of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Be able to compose complete, well-written correspondence and documents.
• Be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including presenting information, projects, proposals, ordinances and regulations to individuals, groups, and organizations.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have experience using Oracle eBusiness software.
• Have some experience in financial analysis, especially related to housing and community development.
• Have some knowledge of the rules, regulations and laws governing state, local and private housing.
• Have experience in performing bookkeeping and using accounting principles.
• Are able to perform detailed work involving written or numeric data and make mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately.

Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs – Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans’ Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.