POSITION: Chief Code Compliance Officer (Full-Time)
DEPARTMENT: Code Compliance/Public Safety
PAY SCALE: $40,000-$45,000/annually (Depending on qualification/experience)

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Director of Public Safety/City Manager, directs, supervises, assigns, reviews,
and participates in the operations and activities of the City’s Code Compliance department and ensures
compliance with applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations; ensures work quality of employees and
adherence to established policies and procedures.

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Expires: October 12, 2018

To Apply:
Mail or email the General Application for Employment

Human Resources
200 Wall Street
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone: (269) 927-8457
email: lgolliday@cityofbentonharbormi.gov

POSITION: Community & Economic Development Director (Full-Time)
DEPARTMENT: Community/Economic Development
PAY SCALE: $50,000-$60,000/annually
(Depending on qualification/experience)

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the City Manager, direct the operations and programs of the Community & Economic Development Department. Research, plan, develop, and direct various programs and projects through the acquisition of Federal and State grants. Coordinate developmental efforts with other agencies to achieve short and long term economic development objectives.

Essential Job Functions:
Plan and direct programs to improve the economic base of the community and the creation of employment opportunities; researches and analyzes short and long term needs for community
and economic development.

Direct and participate in the search and development of new community revenue sources; apply for grants and loans for special projects; manage the budget and compliance requirements of grants and loans.

Evaluate the need for social assistance programs; direct programs through subordinate personnel or contracts.

Supervise staff, schedule projects, and assign project activities. Monitor work and review employee performance on an ongoing basis.

Participate in joint planning with other community agencies and public entities to coordinate economic and community development programs.

Oversee the preparation of summaries and reports concerning program activities, and make recommendations to City officials on program participation.

Participate in preparation of the City’s five-year consolidated and annual plans, and the City’s Citizen Participation Plan for block grant prioritization.

Perform related work as required.

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

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a business office setting where the noise level is moderate.

Education / Experience / Knowledge/Skills:

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Service, Business Administration, or related field or the equivalent of five (5) years of community and/or economic development in either a public or private setting.

Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of the laws, policies, and principles of community planning. Extensive knowledge of grant application and administration procedures, as well as reporting and evolution requirements. Thorough knowledge of City ordinances and State and Federal statutes, which govern community and economic development activities, and related internal compliance data requirements. Good knowledge of personnel management techniques and general approaches to effective public administration to properly manage the department and its staff.

Skill: Ability to plan, direct, and control all facets of complex community development programs. Establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness
when dealing with municipal officials, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, other employees, and the public. Communicate effectively and present ideas orally and in writing. Prepare and maintain a wide variety of records and reports according to accepted standards. Compile and analyze complex data and assemble comprehensive reports related to such data. Maintain attention to detail and work effectively under stress and changes in work priorities.

Expires: October 12, 2018

To Apply:
Mail or email the General Application for Employment

Human Resources
200 Wall Street
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone: (269) 927-8457
email: lgolliday@cityofbentonharbormi.gov

POSITION: Administrative Records Assistant (Full-Time)
DEPARTMENT: Public Safety
PAY SCALE: $25,350/annually
(Depending on qualification/experience)

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Administrative Records Assistant is a receptionist/secretary for the Public Safety Department and Inspections Department, who answers the telephone and gives assistance to the public in matters not involving interpretation of departmental policy. The Records assistant is responsible for validating stolen property, missing persons, monthly reports and, transcription duties, maintaining documented case reports and performs other duties as assigned by the Director.

Education / Experience / Knowledge:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualification necessary to perform the essential the
functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

• Answers telephone calls and greets the public.
• Typing, filing, copying, transcription, and other clerical duties.
• Maintains all departmental records, reports, citations, and warnings.
• Assist with submission of monthly and quarterly Uniform Crime Reports, state reports.
• A.C.J.I.S. system security officer.
• Trains departmental personnel on A.C.J.I.S. operation and security.
• Secretarial and records assistant to the police, and inspections department.
• Coordination and maintenance of the department’s management information system.
• Serves as the A.C.J.I.S. Criminal History Reporting Training Coordinator.
• Assists other departments as the need arises;
• Coordinates department activities with other city and county departments;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To Apply:
Mail or email the General Application for Employment

Human Resources
200 Wall Street
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone: (269) 927-8457
email: lgolliday@cityofbentonharbormi.gov

POSITION: Customer Service Specialist (Full-Time)
DEPARTMENT: Finance
PAY SCALE: $25,350/annually
(Depending on qualification/experience)

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Customer Service Specialist is a part of the Customer Services Division staff, and is ultimately under the supervision of the Finance Director. This position, under the direct supervision of the Customer Service Administrator, performs various tasks with the division relating to the city’s financial software BS&A. The Customer Service Specialist provides excellent professional customer service responding to incoming phone and email communication, based on thorough understanding of the city’s financial policies, best practices and procedures. This position is responsible for preparing a variety of monthly reports, customer account maintenance, providing solutions to customer concerns and tasks determined necessary for the effective operation of the division.

Education / Experience / Knowledge:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualification necessary to perform the essential the functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

• Ability to work well with all levels of management and staff while maintaining a professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and integrate a proactive approach to assignments
• Ability to request assistance as needed
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly learn and adjust to new systems
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in written and verbal English required, bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred
• Education requirements include high school diploma or its equivalent with some course work in mathematics and accounting
• Must have extensive Computer skills
• A minimum of two (2) years in cashiering, counter work, billing and public contract/relations
• Applicant must be bonded or bondable

To Apply:
Mail or email the General Application for Employment

Human Resources
200 Wall Street
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone: (269) 927-8457
email: lgolliday@cityofbentonharbormi.gov