Office Services Specialist - Code Enforcement

St. Louis County; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 48,139,000 - 57,768,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

St. Louis County’s Department of Transportation and Public Works seeks to fill the role of Office Services Specialist, for their Code Enforcement division.

The position will perform complex office duties in support of the Chief Plumbing Supervisor and team, interpreting and processing information and documents, and providing technical assistance to the public. The schedule is 8 hours a day, Monday – Friday, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within County

Qualifications

• Equivalent to three years of experience in a general office environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, verify, update, record and process information and documents.
• Issue and approve applications for permits, licenses or bonds.
• Interact with the public and County departments, providing guidance.
• Prepare reports and documentation for meetings.

Job description

Make a Difference in Your CommunitySt. Louis County's Department of Transportation and Public Works seeks to fill the role of

DescriptionMake a Difference in Your CommunitySt. Louis County's Department of Transportation and Public Works seeks to fill the role of Office Services Specialist, for their Code Enforcement division. It is expected this specialist will perform complex office duties in support of the Chief Plumbing Supervisor and his team. As such, this will require in-depth knowledge of state and local statutes, ordinances and codes. The successful candidate will be interpreting, verifying, updating, recording, and processing information and documents; interacting with the public and County departments providing technical assistance and guidance; preparing reports and documentation; and processing and maintaining written and computerized records. The schedule for this position is 8 hours a day, Monday – Friday.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Average Salary: Typical starting salary range is between $16.80 - $20.16 hourly, based on your experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Learn more about St. Louis County benefits: Saint Louis County Employee Benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: We participate in this program to support your financial future. Learn more about the program: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid

Examples of Duties

Essential Function Examples

• Interpret, verify, update, record and process information and documents based on technical knowledge of the unit's operation and relevant policies statutes, ordinances and codes.
• Issue and approve applications for permits, licenses or bonds.
• Interact with the general public and County Departmental contacts under adverse conditions as necessary.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to employees and the general public.

Marginal Function Examples

• Prepare reports, summaries and documentation for use at meetings and for processing paperwork.
• May calculate and receive payments, issue receipts and reconcile cash drawer.
• Process and maintain written and computerized records.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent to three years of experience in a general office environment.

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT

A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire. The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision. All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at [phone] for more information on this policy.

St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
[phone]
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: [phone]
www.stlouiscountymo.gov

St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance. In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year. Please click https://stlouiscountymo.gov/saint-louis-county-missouri-careers/competitive-benefits/to view all of our benefits.