Description / Position Overview
We encourage interested applicants to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. The position may close without prior notice once filled.
Work Location: City Administration Building, 30 S. Nevada, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Job Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, in-office presence is required.
Hourly Salary: $23.74 - $28.50 Hourly
As a License Specialist II, you will:
- Process general business license paperwork and payments
- Prepare various licensing reports, memoranda, and correspondence for the City Clerk's Office
- Maintain electronic and paper business license files with associated compliance tracking and follow-up
- Assist with general business licensing activities for the City Clerk's Office, including the collection of required insurance forms, bonds, and other required documents
- Run applicant background investigation check and prepare files for background review
- Interact with internal and external stakeholders including the public on general business licensing
- Serve as a liaison with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies, representing the City Clerk
- Correspond regularly with general business licensees to ensure compliance with the City Code
- Other duties or special projects as assigned to ensure the smooth running of the department, including periodic municipal election-related assignments
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Knowledge of business letter writing, basic report preparation, and cash-handling procedures
- Knowledge of proper English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar
- Ability to interpret, explain, and apply pertinent city, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers
- Ability to flexibly process shifting priorities in a fast-paced, detailed, and customer-oriented setting
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
- General business licensing experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products
- Experience working in a compliance and/or regulatory environment
Additional Information
Please contact Jeffrey Plunkett at [email protected] for any questions about this position.
Physical Demands: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Environmental Conditions/ Frequency:
Extreme Temperature - Never
Wetness and Humidity - Never
Respiratory Hazards - Never
Noise and Vibration - Never
Physical Hazards - Never
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Never
Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Never
The description above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific job assignments, duties, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the business need of the department and the particular assignment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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