Pay: $40,000.00 per year
Job description:
Department Public Service
FLSA Non-exempt
SMSC No
At will No
Selected applicants will be interviewed the week of 07/13/2026.
Job Description Summary:
Under the direction of the Public Service manager, the Public Service Specialist I respond to customer inquiries and is responsible for accepting and processing homestead and portability applications.
Education / Experience Requirements
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
Prior clerical and/or customer service experience in an office environment is preferred. This is an entry-level position.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Job Duties and Essential Functions
The Job Duties illustrated are intended only as examples of the types of work performed by incumbents assigned to the classification. Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from a position if the duties are similar, related or are a logical assignment of the position.
Provide counter and telephone service to members of the public through courteous interaction and knowledgeable assistance of the homestead application process, as well as basic inquiries to the office
Verify and process most homestead and portability applications through manual data entry to computer-based property records, as well as the on-line homestead exemption application filing system
Research information using computer-based data and respond to public inquiries in person, by telephone, fax and/or by mail and email correspondence
Provide switchboard relief as assigned
Scan and file departmental documents in an accurate manner as required
Perform other related work as assigned
Knowledge / Abilities / Skills
Public Service Specialist I is expected to acquire knowledge and demonstrate skills reflected below within first six months of employment.
Basic knowledge of state requirements, laws, county ordinances, rules and regulations related to the Property Appraiser’s Office
Ability to perform accurate data entry to property records
Ability to read, interpret, and understand basic legal documents
Skilled in the use of computer, spreadsheet and word processing software
Effectively and efficiently operate office switchboard
Ability to sit at a desk, view a display screen and perform data entry for extended periods of time
Ability to stand at a counter to assist the public for extended periods of time
Licenses / Certificates / Registrations
Driver's License
Working Conditions
Indoor office environment
Considerable contact with the public both in person and by telephone communication
Conditions include standing at a counter to assist the public for extended periods of time
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Bradenton, FL 34205 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bradenton, FL 34205: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
