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City of Boynton Beach Construction Coordinator in Boynton Beach, Florida
Construction Coordinator
Salary
$63,436.46 - $95,154.80 Annually
Location
Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2024-0708
Department
Financial Services
Division
Financial Services - Administration
Opening Date
07/08/2024
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Purpose of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to coordinate construction for rehabilitation of housing as requested by homeowners within the community redevelopment areas identified as low income by U.S. Census.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the 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.
Evaluates initial requests/inquiries for construction work; investigates application discrepancies.
Performs inspections to assess repair requests; probes deteriorated materials; measures areas to be repaired; recommends method of repair; specifies materials needed for repair; estimates repair costs; performs minor emergency repairs; determines structural and code violations limiting type of improvements made to property.
Prepares job specifications; mails bid specifications to contractors; screens contractor applicants; verifies contractor eligibility, licensure, and insurance; analyzes bids for completeness; develops itemized cost estimate comparisons to compare bids; recommends bid selection; notifies owner and contractor of bid results.
Schedules/conducts pre-construction conferences; explains purpose of pre-construction conference; explains work covered; reviews contract for accuracy and completeness at conference.
Monitors/observes job progress; reviews/approves change orders; checks job against specifications; comments on job deficiencies; takes photographs for benchmark and completion comparison; issues certificate of final inspection upon satisfactory completion of job; recommends payment for projects as appropriate.
Provides information and assistance concerning housing rehabilitation and construction information; assists elderly and disabled individuals in completing applications; explains to applicants available programs/services, such as the Paint-Up/Fix-Up Program, Home Improvement Program, SHIP Program, Downtown Facade Grant, and other programs/services; communicates with property owner regarding repairs; acts as liaison between property owner and contractor.
Investigates unpermitted structures and property additions.
Evaluates land acquisition for Infill Program.
Researches code compliance cases, property ownership history, permit information, Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) information, and other information; refers to computer files, county records, City Clerk's Office records, Building Department's land card files, or other resources.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, job specifications, cost estimate comparisons, contractor award notices, payment requests, inspection reports, certificates of final inspection, sketches, or other documents.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, contractor applications, contractor bids, change orders, insurance certificates, engineering specifications, blueprints, surveys, aerial maps, cost estimate books, code books, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; utilizes word processing, database, Internet, or other software programs.
Operates a variety of equipment and tools associated with work activities, which may include a motor vehicle, camera, radio communications equipment, ladder, measuring tape, or hand tools.
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, city officials, applicants, contractors, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls and recording messages, coping documents, or filing documents.
Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree with course work emphasis in construction practices, construction estimating, and construction law; supplemented by five (5) years previous experience and/or training that includes supervisory work in construction trades; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain valid State of Florida Contractor Certification. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Supplemental Information
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; may include ability to compute discount, interest, profit and loss, ratio and proportion; may include ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• City Pension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
• On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
CreditUnion
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
01
Completed five (5) years previous experience and/or training that includes supervisory work in construction trades?
Yes
No
02
Possess and maintain valid State of Florida Contractor Certification?
Yes
No
03
Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
City of Boynton Beach
Address
100 E. Ocean Ave
City Hall - Human Resources
Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435
Phone
5617426275
5617426275
Website
http://www.boynton-beach.org
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