Job Description
The City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer. This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening. This is a contractual temporary position not to exceed twelve (12) months. This position is full time, 40 hours a week. After the applicable waiting period, the individual will be eligible for health benefits, annual increases but not pension/retirement 401 benefits. Responsible for monitoring the red-light camera systems to ensure the effective enforcement of traffic laws and enhance public safety. The coordinator will also analyze camera data, assist with legal and administrative processes, and provide support for red-light camera operations. For purposes of administering the section, the department, a county, or a municipality may authorize a traffic infraction enforcement officer under s 316.640 to issue a traffic citation for a violation of
F.S. 316.074
(1) or F.S. 316.075
(1) (c) 1. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the city. In accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations, "Probationary employees shall not be permitted to apply for open positions until having satisfactorily completed their probationary period. The City Manager has the right to waive the provisions of this paragraph." If you are a current City employee, on probation and would like to seek pre-approval to apply for an open, internal job posting from the City Manager, please complete and email the request form and submit to Human Resources prior to the closing date of the posting at recruitment@cityofpsl.com . Failure to seek pre-approval will result in rejection of the application. Click HERE for the Probationary Employee Request to Apply for Open Internal Position Form. This position is considered an "Essential Position" for the purpose of Emergency Management. Emergency duties will be assigned as needed. This position requires 24 hours a day, 7 days per week availability during City of Port St Lucie emergencies, as determined by City Administrators, Emergency Manager or City Officials. The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific 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. Keeps the mission, vision, and values of the City of Port St. Lucie at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives; maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations. Understanding of the Red-Light Camera System and F.S.S. 316.0083.
Communicate with the public, answer questions and provide information about the Red-Light Camera System. Monitor and analyze photos, live feeds, videos, and review captured footage to identify violations and ensure adherence to operational protocols. Review recorded images prior to the issuance of a Notice of Violation to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the recorded images. All violation notices will comply with the Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Program, Fla. Stat. § 316.0083. Enter, retrieve, review, and verify the accuracy of entered data using word processing, databases, or other programs. Perform clerical tasks, including answering telephone calls, entering data into the computer system, copying, filing, and composing statistical reports. Notify any issue involving the Red-Light Camera software's capabilities and expectations through effective communication with Police Department program manager. Preparing evidence and testifying in court or before hearing officers to explain the technical data behind a citation. May provide training and technical support to staff involved in the red-light camera operations. Acting as a liaison between the municipality and the private vendors that maintain the camera hardware. Ensuring that notices of violation are sent within the required 30-day window specified by the Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Program. Other duties as may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required. A minimum of six (6) months of related customer service experience required. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Possession of valid driver's license and maintenance of clean driving record required with the ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date of hire. Successfully complete training in the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) within sixty (60) days from date of hire. Must complete court presentation training as required under F.S.S. 316.640
within ninety (90) days from date of hire. Must pass a visual acuity test administered by the City of Port St. Lucie. Contact lenses are permitted. Applicants must be able to distinguish between the colors red, green, and yellow. Successfully pass a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of the department and City's policies, procedures, and practices, applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations. Knowledge of the City of Port St. Lucie's geography and its road network. Knowledge of computer programs:
Microsoft Office and Records Management Systems (RMS). Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision. Ability to develop administrative, technical, and investigative skills. Ability to prepare accurate reports on work activities. Ability to deal effectively and equitably with all people under various circumstances. Ability to adapt to changing social conditions. Ability to respond to training programs designed to develop proficiencies in work areas. Emotional stability and the necessary capacity to cope with a wide range of interpersonal situations. Personal character is necessary to withstand frequent assaults on ethical and legal integrity. Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and the public. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. Ability to focus on the positive in every situation. Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization. Ability to stay centered when challenged. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to follow through with assigned tasks. The physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation 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 sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. The office environment is fast paced. Documentation Requirements Please Read Carefully Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must upload and submit attached copies of their education credentials with the employment application. Please be sure to attach all required documents to your employment application each time you apply. Uploaded documents remain in your online profile, but they will not attach automatically, and you will be deemed ineligible without the proper documentation. ALL DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE CLEAR, LEGIBLE, AND IN PROPER FORMAT. THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT
(S) ARE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION AND ARE ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF PROOF
Proof of education in the form of a diploma, degree, or transcripts. Foreign diplomas/degrees must be submitted with a credential evaluation report from an approved credential evaluation agency•. Translations of diplomas/degrees are not accepted. Audit/Academic reports are not accepted as substitutions for college transcripts. Driver's License:
A Valid Driver's License from any state (Equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized upon application; however, within thirty (30) days from the date of hire, a State of Florida Driver's License (Class E or higher) must be presented. •Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies:
Credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries may be provided by: An accredited four-year college or university in the United States, OR A current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), OR A current member of the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE), OR A recognized Professional Organization For an additional list of approved credential evaluation agencies, visit the Florida Department of Education It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all required documents submitted with the employment application are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible for eligibility determination or risk being disqualified. Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must completely detail their work experience on the employment application or risk being disqualified. Resumes will not be reviewed in place of the employment application. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with personal data, work experience, education, and certifications when submitting application(s); failure to do so may result in disqualification.
