Associates degree in accounting supplemented by four or more years’ technical accounting, accounts receivable or payroll experience; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience. Must have National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification (level to be determined by job classification requirements), or obtain within one year of employment.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions in order to perform this job successfully.

Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements may be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of training and experience background investigation; medical evaluation; controlled substance screen.

Applicants are required to sign an affidavit for non-use of tobacco products in order to be considered for employment.

Veteran's Preference Applies: The City of Hallandale Beach values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country, and as such, proactively recruits and hires veterans and qualified spouses to the greatest extent possible. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post-secondary educational requirements. To obtain veteran's preference, applicants MUST submit a copy of separation papers (DD214), Veterans’ Preference Certification form and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Florida Statutes.

Summary of Benefits for City of Hallandale Beach Employees – Full Time Not-Represented

We believe City employees to be our most valuable asset. To attract and retain the best employees, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes training, educational assistance,performance appraisal and a merit program.

Full Time Not-Represented Employees (non-sworn Police/Fire) are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Program
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Long Term Disability
• Discounted Supplemental Insurances
• Voluntary 401(a) Match Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Tax Deferred 125 Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Employee Computer Purchase Program
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union

I. Insurance Options

Health Insurance

The City provides employees with health insurance benefits through Aetna Health Care Plan. The City pays 100% HMO coverage for employee and 70% for dependent(s).

Dental Insurance

The City provides employees with dental insurance through Delta Dental, of which two options (Delta Care or Delta PPO) are offered. The City pays $5.00 per month towards dental coverage premium.

Vision Program

Vision coverage on routine eye exams, eyeglasses and contact lenses is available through United Health Care. The City pays 100% coverage for employee only.

Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

The City provides all full-time employees with $50,000 in term life insurance. There is no cost to employees for this benefit.

Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance

Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance up to $500,000 on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. See information packet for details.

Discounted Supplemental Insurances

Several supplemental insurances are offered through AFLAC at discounted rates for City employees. Plans include: Accident; Cancer; Specified Health Event Coverage; Hospital Confinement Protection;and Short-term Disability.

II. Retirement/Savings Accounts

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Effective February 1, 2020, not-represented employees will participate in the Florida Retirement System.

Voluntary 401(a) Match Plan

The City offers a voluntary 401(a) City-matching program, in which the City will contribute up to a 1% salary match on a bi-weekly basis into a 401(a) Defined Contribution account. Vesting is 100% upon plan enrollment.

Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan)

The City makes available a deferred compensation plan (ICMA 457 plan), for which the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a pre-tax basis. No employer contributions are made.

Roth IRA Savings Plan (Roth IRA)

The City makes available a Roth IRA savings plan, through which the employee may voluntarily make after-tax contributions through payroll deductions. No employer contributions are made.

Flexible Spending Account

The City offers two Flexible Spending Accounts which provide pre-tax savings for employees. One plan covers dependent care and the other provides for medical reimbursement. Employees may set-up a flexible spending account during the annual Open Enrollment period only.

III. Paid Leave

Vacation

General employees accrue 104 hours (8.66 hours/month) of vacation leave per year. Accrual begins immediately and may be taken after three (3) months of employment.

Holidays

The City observes 10 paid holidays throughout the year.

Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

Full-time employees accrue 96 hours (8 hours/month) of sick leave per year. An employee may elect to use up to 4 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.

IV. Other Benefits

Long Term Disability

The City provides Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees with no waiting period. The City provides, at no cost to employee, a benefit plan of 50% monthly salary benefit up to $1,000. Employees may purchase additional coverage up to 60% monthly salary benefit at a maximum of $5,000.

Additional coverage is cost dependent based on age and salary.

Tuition Reimbursement

The Tuition Reimbursement Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to an Associate, Bachelor or a Graduate degree that is directly related to the employee's position. Eligibility begins after one year of employment and is dependent on budgeted funds.

Credit Union

All City employees may participate in the City/County Credit Union. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.

IMPORTANT – This document "Summary of Benefits" is intended only as a summary of some of the benefits employees may be entitled to as an employee of the City of Hallandale Beach. This is NOT a legal document, does NOT represent any guarantees, and is subject to change at any time. Continued eligibility for part-time benefits is reviewed periodically in accordance with the applicable City Administrative policies and bargaining unit contracts.