Head of Finance (Full-Time)

Job Description

Performs advanced clerical and general office work involving the exercise of some independence in the conduct of standard duties. Performs moderately difficult physical duties involving a prescribed procedure and sequence.

Performs advanced clerical and general office work involving the exercise of some independence in the conduct of standard duties. Performs moderately difficult physical duties involving a prescribed procedure and sequence.

Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic.

Knowledge of modern office policies, procedures, document, methods and equipment.

Ability to understand the policies, procedures and services of the department or agency.

Ability to keep moderately complex records, to assemble and organize data and to prepare reports from such records.

Ability to make computations and tabulations with speed and accuracy.

Ability to learn and utilize specialized language and terms.

Ability to understand and follow quickly and accurately written and oral instructions.

Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

Ability to use computer hardware, various software programs and technologies, including word processing and spreadsheet programs.

Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.

Ability to maintain valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.

Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Required to comply with all City of Laredo’s policies and procedures.

Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

Work is performed inside an office, stockroom or warehouse, and outside exposed to a variety of outdoor elements such as: dry atmosphere, dirt, dust, and slippery/uneven walking surfaces. Work requires ability to work alone and closely with others. Work involves long or irregular work hours, shift work, and light travel in vehicle. Work requires operating office equipment, mechanical equipment, motor vehicle; reaching above shoulder, pulling hand over hand, simple grasping, dual simultaneous grasping, repeated bending, pushing, crouching, crawling, kneeling, stooping, standing, sitting, twisting, climbing stairs, walking, and light carrying and lifting (under 24 Ibs.). Ability to see, write, count, read, identify shade of color, depth perception and hearing are needed to perform essential functions.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Prepares, maintains, processes and distributes various reports, records and other documents pertinent to the department’s smooth operation; ensures same is in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and is accurate and complete.

Maintains complete confidentiality of all information obtained in the normal course of work.

Records and maintains various statistical data regarding department services, activities and operations.

Assists in preparing daily, weekly, monthly and annual statistical reports.

Compiles, copies, and completes data for reports and documents; makes varied arithmetical computations on material assembled.

Answers, screens and routes telephone calls to appropriate destination; supplies accurate information concerning program policies and procedures.

Operates office machines and equipment, including computer or computer terminal in the performance of assigned clerical duties such as information retrieval and data entry.

Performs complex verification, proofreading, and coding.

Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.

Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

-AND-

At least two (2) years of general clerical work experience.

MUST TYPE 30 WORDS PER MINUTE*

City of Laredo typing test results must be attached to application in order for it to be complete.

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Valid Texas Drivers License*

If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io two days prior to the scheduled test or interview.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, THE CITY COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT.

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

10 days of paid vacation per year

6 1/2 days sick leave per year

Pension plan

16 paid Holidays

Paid health*

Dental plan*

Life insurance*

*30 day waiting period

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