BUSINESS SERVICES SPECIALIST

**THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF MILWAUKEE EMPLOYEES ONLY**

The Business Services Specialist supports Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Inventory in the Department of Public Works (DPW)-Infrastructure and DPW-Operations areas of contract administration, payment processing, billing, adjustments, and deposits.

Contract Administration: DPW-Operations and DPW-Infrastructure

• Review, audit, and process payments for DPW-Operations and DPW-Infrastructure contracts.
• Entry and encumbrance of contracts in the Financial Management Information System (FMIS).
• Process and encumber change orders related to contracts.
• Review, compute, and track all retainage on contracts.
• Monitor all contract activity through completion of the contract.
• Answer contractor’s inquiries regarding payment status.
• Respond to payment and contract status inquiries.
• Contract Payment Processing: DPW-Infrastructure, DPW-Operations, and State Contracts
• Process contract payments using city applications to retrieve and log payments for DPW-Infrastructure and DPW-Operations contracts.
• Process payments to the State on shared projects.
• Work with accounting staff to troubleshoot problems related to contract encumbrances, changes to the contract, and payments.

DPW Purchases, Payments, and Billing

• Send out billings for Board-ups that were performed by DPW crews and answer constituents’ questions regarding these billings.
• Create service and/or purchase orders for all DPW divisions, except Milwaukee Water Works (MWW).
• Review and record water and sewer usage for all city-owned buildings.
• Process payments to the MWW for DPW water bills, supply charges, and documentation for Accounts Receivable.
• Process weekly deposits for Special Event Permits, various fees, and services.
• Assist Inventory Manager with inventory adjustments and oversight of the requisition process.
• Enter all invoices for payment related to Fleet equipment purchasing.
• Enter Asset information following the Comptroller’s guidelines for asset reporting after verifying equipment status using the FleetFocus system.

Administration

• Review, create, and maintain all DPW requests for service contract purchase orders.
• Monitor and update purchase orders to prevent loss of purchase authority.
• Maintain equipment rental records related to Fleet Services Agreements.
• Review rented equipment assignments in Fleet Focus.
• Process and approve invoices related to rented equipment.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

1. Regular status as a City of Milwaukee employee, having successfully completed a probationary period for a civil service position, or status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position.
2. Associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
3. Two years of progressively responsible experience performing accounting or payroll functions.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.  

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offer.

Technical

• Ability to learn and apply governmental accounting, payroll and budgeting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of mathematics and the ability to make accurate calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret complex, job-related documents.
• Ability to utilize related computer software programs, including Word, Excel, Financial Management (FMIS), and PeopleSoft or Workday (HRMS).
• Skilled in using Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office to create documents, maintain databases, and prepare reports.
• Accurate data entry skills with great attention to detail.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Written communication skills to produce clear and concise memos, reports, letters, and job aids.
• Verbal communication skills to share information and respond to questions.
• Ability to actively listen and effectively communicate both in person and over the telephone.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and follow through on assignments to completion.
• Ability to work cooperatively with team members and serve as back-up on critical job functions shared among a small work team.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, time-sensitive environment, managing multiple deadline-driven tasks.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow staff, management, contractors, elected officials, other City staff.

Organization, Judgment, and Professionalism

• Problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate options, find the best solutions, and make recommendations.
• Ability to plan, organize, initiate, prioritize, and complete work to achieve objectives promptly, within deadlines and with limited supervision.
• Ability to meet competing, challenging, and ever-changing priorities.
• Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy, detail, and quality.
• Ability to remain professional at all times.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Honesty, integrity, and the ability to use City resources responsibly.

The current salary range (Pay Range 2FN) is $63,860 to $73,907 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $66,414 to $76,863 annually. 

Appointment will be made in accordance with the provisions of the City of Milwaukee Salary Ordinance.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of related education, experience, and accomplishments, an evaluation of written communication, interviews, and/or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations and the Department of Public Works reserve the right to call only the most qualified candidates to proceed in the selection process. Information from the selection process will be used to make a hiring decision. Selected candidates will be transferred and/or promoted to the position.

INITIAL FILING DATE – The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the selection process at the time and place designated by the hiring authority.

NOTE: Transfer/Promotional Opportunities and Promotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees or to the public. Only current City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnel in the MFD and MPD hired through a City Service Commission process who have successfully passed a probationary period for a Civil Service position or who have status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position will be considered. Individuals with exempt, provisional, temporary, or emergency appointments are not eligible for transfer.

• APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

The City of Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer.