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Business Tax Specialist I page is loaded## Business Tax Specialist Ilocations:
City Halltime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 7 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date: January 23, 2026 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id:
JR100230Salary Range:$40,839.50 - $79,509.82DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF WORKThis is specialized clerical and public contact work involving the establishment and maintenance of business tax receipt. Work involves providing technical and clerical support to the general public seeking information regarding the requirements to establish and engage in a business in the City of Hialeah. An employee in this position is responsible for responding to customer inquiries, performing data entry to establish and maintain accounts, and evaluating and verifying the validity of supporting documents submitted by customers. Supervision is received from the Business Tax Official and/or his/her designee who reviews work performed to ensure accuracy and conformance with department policies and procedures and all applicable City and State codes and statutes.ESSENTIAL EXAMPLES OF DUTIESThe following illustrates examples of some of the essential duties and responsibilities of the Business Tax Specialist I. There may be other essential functions, not listed below, in order to accomplish the tasks as presented by the Supervisor.• Receives, reviews, and processes applications for business tax receipts.• Reviews supporting documentation such as certificates of use, state licenses, and all other required documents.• Consults customers and staff from and other departments in person or over the telephone concerning procedures for obtaining a business tax receipt and information regarding city, county and state business tax receipt requirements.• Refers customers to appropriate City, County, State, and Federal agencies for further assistance in meeting requirements for a business tax receipt.• Verifies information provided in applications and supporting documentation through State and local databases.• Files and maintains records.• May perform other clerical duties such as sorting and mailing Business Tax Receipts.• Performs other related work as required.DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS• Some knowledge of the provisions for business tax receipts as stipulated in Chapter 86 of the City of Hialeah Code of Ordinances.• Some knowledge of databases such as: SunBiz and the other various State of Florida databases and City of Hialeah databases.• Some knowledge of general record keeping practices.• Some knowledge of computer based applications, such as Microsoft Office.• Ability to interpret rules, regulations and policies, and to make decisions in accordance with established procedures.• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, government officials and the general public.• Ability to organize, maintain and retrieve detailed information in an efficient manner.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe following are some of the physical requirements associated with this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made by the City to enable an individual to perform the essential duties/functions of the position.• Must have ability to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, stand, hear, hands to finger dexterity, handle, feel or operate objects, read and write English.• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office equipment; such as but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier and fax machines.• Work is performed indoors within a quiet to moderately noisy environment.• Must be able to lift, carry and or push articles weighing up to 20 lbs.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS• A minimum education of an Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution is required.• Must have a minimum of 5-year customer service experience.• A combination of training and experience may be considered.Range: 50Revised: 08/01/2016, 05/31/2024, 08/05/2024Personnel Board Approved: 08/01/2016; 08/05/2024The City of Hialeah Human Resources Department is committed to providing employees an exceptional work environment where through hard work, dedication, and equal opportunity for learning and personal development, employees are able to grow, flourish, and make a difference in our community. The Human Resources Department ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, collective bargaining agreements, and City policies, rules and regulations. The City of Hialeah is an equal opportunity employer. There will not be any discrimination or harassment of any kind on account of age, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, military service or any of the protected categories. The City of Hialeah is a drug and alcohol free employer.Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to success, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it’s our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy, humble and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr
City Halltime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 7 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date: January 23, 2026 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id:
JR100230Salary Range:$40,839.50 - $79,509.82DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF WORKThis is specialized clerical and public contact work involving the establishment and maintenance of business tax receipt. Work involves providing technical and clerical support to the general public seeking information regarding the requirements to establish and engage in a business in the City of Hialeah. An employee in this position is responsible for responding to customer inquiries, performing data entry to establish and maintain accounts, and evaluating and verifying the validity of supporting documents submitted by customers. Supervision is received from the Business Tax Official and/or his/her designee who reviews work performed to ensure accuracy and conformance with department policies and procedures and all applicable City and State codes and statutes.ESSENTIAL EXAMPLES OF DUTIESThe following illustrates examples of some of the essential duties and responsibilities of the Business Tax Specialist I. There may be other essential functions, not listed below, in order to accomplish the tasks as presented by the Supervisor.• Receives, reviews, and processes applications for business tax receipts.• Reviews supporting documentation such as certificates of use, state licenses, and all other required documents.• Consults customers and staff from and other departments in person or over the telephone concerning procedures for obtaining a business tax receipt and information regarding city, county and state business tax receipt requirements.• Refers customers to appropriate City, County, State, and Federal agencies for further assistance in meeting requirements for a business tax receipt.• Verifies information provided in applications and supporting documentation through State and local databases.• Files and maintains records.• May perform other clerical duties such as sorting and mailing Business Tax Receipts.• Performs other related work as required.DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS• Some knowledge of the provisions for business tax receipts as stipulated in Chapter 86 of the City of Hialeah Code of Ordinances.• Some knowledge of databases such as: SunBiz and the other various State of Florida databases and City of Hialeah databases.• Some knowledge of general record keeping practices.• Some knowledge of computer based applications, such as Microsoft Office.• Ability to interpret rules, regulations and policies, and to make decisions in accordance with established procedures.• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, government officials and the general public.• Ability to organize, maintain and retrieve detailed information in an efficient manner.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe following are some of the physical requirements associated with this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made by the City to enable an individual to perform the essential duties/functions of the position.• Must have ability to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, stand, hear, hands to finger dexterity, handle, feel or operate objects, read and write English.• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office equipment; such as but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier and fax machines.• Work is performed indoors within a quiet to moderately noisy environment.• Must be able to lift, carry and or push articles weighing up to 20 lbs.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS• A minimum education of an Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution is required.• Must have a minimum of 5-year customer service experience.• A combination of training and experience may be considered.Range: 50Revised: 08/01/2016, 05/31/2024, 08/05/2024Personnel Board Approved: 08/01/2016; 08/05/2024The City of Hialeah Human Resources Department is committed to providing employees an exceptional work environment where through hard work, dedication, and equal opportunity for learning and personal development, employees are able to grow, flourish, and make a difference in our community. The Human Resources Department ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, collective bargaining agreements, and City policies, rules and regulations. The City of Hialeah is an equal opportunity employer. There will not be any discrimination or harassment of any kind on account of age, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, military service or any of the protected categories. The City of Hialeah is a drug and alcohol free employer.Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to success, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it’s our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy, humble and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr