Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL, USA
NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua
SALARY: $73,094.32 - $116,293.42 Annually
A bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field, and seven years of progressively responsible administrative professional experience, including two years of supervisory experience preferably in a library, special district, or government. A master's degree in public administration, business administration, library/information science (from an ALA accredited program), or a related field may substitute for two years of experience. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment.
Position Summary: This is highly responsible administrative, managerial, and advanced professional work directing the Administrative Services Division operations of the Alachua County Library District, an independent special taxing district. An employee assigned to this classification has responsibility for the supervision and effective operation of all fiscal, procurement, human resources, information technology, planning, and facilities operations of the Library District, including the supervision of clerical and staff personnel; and the installation of effective procedures, practices, and processes. Work is performed under the Library Director, with a high degree of sound independent judgment and initiative. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports and evaluation of results obtained.
Examples of Duties: Administers Personnel, Equal Opportunity, and Risk Management policies District-wide, assuring compliance with Board directives, Library District policies and procedures, bargaining union contract, and local, state, and federal law. Administers all fiscal related functions (budget, capital planning, procurement, accounts payable and receivable, etc.) facilities construction and maintenance, insurance, contracts management and legal services. Develops and monitors long range District objectives and plans including preparing the draft five year Long Range Facilities and Library Services Plan and annual Accomplishments document; initiates implementation of developed plans and policies. Administers all systems analysis, systems development, programming, testing and maintenance, selection and implementation of purchased software applications and hardware, network analysis, network development and network maintenance. Manages and coordinates the activities of subordinate administrators, managers, supervisors and employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance appraisals; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Plans and conducts staff meetings. Coordinates County Human Resources Personnel, Equal Opportunity, Risk Management, and Procurement support services as authorized by the Library Director and Governing Board. Recommends new and/or revised Personnel and Library Services policies to the Library Director, Board of Trustees, and the Library District Governing Board for approval. Recommends changes to classifications and annual pay plans to the Library Director. Attends all meetings of the Board of Trustees and the Library District Governing Board; participates in discussions and makes recommendations. Serves as liaison to the Board of Trustees Policy Committee. Administers Library District's employee recruitment, selection, performance review, and disciplinary processes in compliance with policy, local, state, and federal law, and bargaining unit contract. Represents the Library Director, when necessary, at meetings to furnish or obtain information. Conducts and analyzes research on library administration issues; compiles reports to be used as a foundation for District-wide strategic planning efforts. In coordination with the Library Director, implements/administers the pension program. Analyzes annual department budget proposals for impact on library services and programs; makes recommendations based on that analysis. Initiates and coordinates grant projects that support and enhance District programs and services. Coordinates the development and implementation of District-wide training opportunities and recognition programs for Staff and Volunteers. Recommends additions and/or changes to the Library District employee benefits package, including pension. Monitors and makes recommendations concerning leases, contracts including collective bargaining contracts, interlocal agreements, and consultant services for the Library District subject to approval by the Governing Board. Monitors the development of the Library District's Volunteer Program. Participates in community and professional meetings to explain the activities and services of the Library District and to discuss and act on Library District issues. Attends and actively participates in local, state and national conferences and workshops related to libraries and government services. Performs related work as required. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of business or public administration, and special district or local government administration. Extensive knowledge of the methods, policies, practices, principles, and procedures of professional library work. Thorough knowledge of administrative techniques and procedures, particularly those pertaining to library work and human resources management. Considerable knowledge of counseling and interviewing. Ability to effectively manage and coordinate the activities of subordinate managers and employees. Ability to formulate long-range organizational plans and to put them in operation. Ability to establish and maintain necessary administrative records and controls and to prepare periodic and special reports. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, governmental officials, subordinates, civic groups and organizations, and the public.
Ability to analyze library problems and make sound recommendations for change. Ability to effectively manage multiple, concurrent complex system development projects.
Understand how and why Library policies and procedures were developed.
Ensure patron compliance of all policies and procedures through effective communication and enforcement. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds in the handling of books. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus associated with the constant use of printed matter and computer monitors. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Full Time
NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua
SALARY: $73,094.32 - $116,293.42 Annually
A bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field, and seven years of progressively responsible administrative professional experience, including two years of supervisory experience preferably in a library, special district, or government. A master's degree in public administration, business administration, library/information science (from an ALA accredited program), or a related field may substitute for two years of experience. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment.
Position Summary: This is highly responsible administrative, managerial, and advanced professional work directing the Administrative Services Division operations of the Alachua County Library District, an independent special taxing district. An employee assigned to this classification has responsibility for the supervision and effective operation of all fiscal, procurement, human resources, information technology, planning, and facilities operations of the Library District, including the supervision of clerical and staff personnel; and the installation of effective procedures, practices, and processes. Work is performed under the Library Director, with a high degree of sound independent judgment and initiative. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports and evaluation of results obtained.
Examples of Duties: Administers Personnel, Equal Opportunity, and Risk Management policies District-wide, assuring compliance with Board directives, Library District policies and procedures, bargaining union contract, and local, state, and federal law. Administers all fiscal related functions (budget, capital planning, procurement, accounts payable and receivable, etc.) facilities construction and maintenance, insurance, contracts management and legal services. Develops and monitors long range District objectives and plans including preparing the draft five year Long Range Facilities and Library Services Plan and annual Accomplishments document; initiates implementation of developed plans and policies. Administers all systems analysis, systems development, programming, testing and maintenance, selection and implementation of purchased software applications and hardware, network analysis, network development and network maintenance. Manages and coordinates the activities of subordinate administrators, managers, supervisors and employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance appraisals; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Plans and conducts staff meetings. Coordinates County Human Resources Personnel, Equal Opportunity, Risk Management, and Procurement support services as authorized by the Library Director and Governing Board. Recommends new and/or revised Personnel and Library Services policies to the Library Director, Board of Trustees, and the Library District Governing Board for approval. Recommends changes to classifications and annual pay plans to the Library Director. Attends all meetings of the Board of Trustees and the Library District Governing Board; participates in discussions and makes recommendations. Serves as liaison to the Board of Trustees Policy Committee. Administers Library District's employee recruitment, selection, performance review, and disciplinary processes in compliance with policy, local, state, and federal law, and bargaining unit contract. Represents the Library Director, when necessary, at meetings to furnish or obtain information. Conducts and analyzes research on library administration issues; compiles reports to be used as a foundation for District-wide strategic planning efforts. In coordination with the Library Director, implements/administers the pension program. Analyzes annual department budget proposals for impact on library services and programs; makes recommendations based on that analysis. Initiates and coordinates grant projects that support and enhance District programs and services. Coordinates the development and implementation of District-wide training opportunities and recognition programs for Staff and Volunteers. Recommends additions and/or changes to the Library District employee benefits package, including pension. Monitors and makes recommendations concerning leases, contracts including collective bargaining contracts, interlocal agreements, and consultant services for the Library District subject to approval by the Governing Board. Monitors the development of the Library District's Volunteer Program. Participates in community and professional meetings to explain the activities and services of the Library District and to discuss and act on Library District issues. Attends and actively participates in local, state and national conferences and workshops related to libraries and government services. Performs related work as required. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of business or public administration, and special district or local government administration. Extensive knowledge of the methods, policies, practices, principles, and procedures of professional library work. Thorough knowledge of administrative techniques and procedures, particularly those pertaining to library work and human resources management. Considerable knowledge of counseling and interviewing. Ability to effectively manage and coordinate the activities of subordinate managers and employees. Ability to formulate long-range organizational plans and to put them in operation. Ability to establish and maintain necessary administrative records and controls and to prepare periodic and special reports. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, governmental officials, subordinates, civic groups and organizations, and the public.
Ability to analyze library problems and make sound recommendations for change. Ability to effectively manage multiple, concurrent complex system development projects.
Understand how and why Library policies and procedures were developed.
Ensure patron compliance of all policies and procedures through effective communication and enforcement. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds in the handling of books. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus associated with the constant use of printed matter and computer monitors. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Travelers
New York, NY, USA
Company Information
Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That's Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, responsible for the production and retention of a profitable book of business within an assigned territory that is consistent with overall Bond and Specialty Insurance/Business Unit strategies and objectives. This role does not manage others.
Primary Location: New York - New York - United States
Job Category: Underwriting
Position Type: Experienced/Professional
Target Openings: 1
Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
General Responsibilities: Underwriting new and renewal business. Building and maintaining productive relationships with agents and brokers. Consistently achieving budgeted financial results. Collaborating with BU and region colleagues as well as internal/external business associates. Sales, agency development and management. Underwriting & Pricing: Underwrites and assesses risk for small to mid-size renewals and new business items in conjunction with BU strategies. May underwrite larger renewals. Considers different approaches toward risks to maximize profitability. Makes appropriate decisions within own underwriting authority. Underwrites moderately complex-to-complex accounts/risks. Manages the submission and underwriting process for own agency plant, working with more experienced underwriters if outside authority. Can easily articulate whether or not account is within or outside underwriting appetite/strategy, along with the reasons for that determination. Independently sets account strategy, occasionally partners with AEO or MD to set account strategy. Makes recommendations to underwriter 2, as appropriate. For P & C, may act as an Underwriter 2 for Processing and Underwriting Procedures for Small Accounts (PUPS). May input financials and is able to calculate key ratios and more complex financial metrics, drawing conclusions about the financial health of an account. In addition to, or in lieu of, financials, may review other key metrics; makes decisions regarding pricing, capacity, terms and conditions based on those analyses on complex accounts. Proactively collaborates with regional and Home Office underwriters Maintains accurate underwriting documentation and information. Meets quality assurance standards May act as a Region or industry resident expert. Underwriting Operations: Manages flow of new and renewal business. Agency Management/Relationship: Lead or participate in agency training sessions. May be sought out by broker/agent for his/her expertise regarding industry and local issues. Primary agency or broker relationship is producer / internal broker. Sales Management/Marketing: Leverages agent/broker relationships to drive new business opportunities via existing relationships as well as where there is no existing relationship; continually prospects for new opportunities. Achieves and/or surpasses agency/broker visibility goals. Acts as a business partner to agents and brokers. Uses strong negotiation skills and deep product knowledge to meet the needs of the account. Develops agency plant sales/business plan. Sales activities should include some of the larger and more important agency/brokers/clients. Participates in, and may lead, underwriting/agency meetings. Actively contributes in Region and/or Business Unit sales meetings. Regularly attends agency/broker events and/or industry functions. Takes the initiative to partner with colleagues in other Bond and Specialty Insurance or Travelers BUs to cross sell all Travelers products. Is able to utilize analytics and tools to assist in the sale and pricing (if applicable) of accounts. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of 2 years of underwriting experience is required. A current/valid drivers license is required.
Education, Work Experience & Knowledge
3-6 years of underwriting experience preferred. Bachelor degree preferred. Industry Knowledge: Understands the local insurance marketplace, industry business operations, critical issues and financial drivers that affect the BU, region and local office. Is able to apply that understanding to the sales plan, pricing strategy and underwriting strategy. Continuously seeks out market insight from others and uses acquired knowledge to assist less experienced employees. Product Knowledge: Knowledge of BU products/coverages and pricing and the linkages to strategy and can easily explain them to others. Understands organizational and regulatory rules, policies and procedures and effectively employs that knowledge in day-to-day work.
Job Specific & Technical Skills & Competencies
Able to proficiently use all Bond and Specialty Insurance technology tools. Can negotiate skillfully in routine situations. Able to gain the trust of others quickly. Takes ownership and responsibility for actions and outcomes, performance and results. Can identify current or future problems or opportunities; able to analyze, synthesize and compare information to understand issues; able to identify cause/effect relationships and can explore alternative solutions to support sound decision making. Able to remain energized and focused in the face of ambiguity, change or strenuous demands. Demonstrates effective verbal, written and listening communication skills. Can provide service excellence to internal or external clients. Able to exercise sound judgment, make decisions and commit to a position. Has the ability to work with and include people from different backgrounds, experiences, cultures, races, etc. and views those differences as assets to be leveraged to accomplish business goals and objectives. Can seek out, build, foster and maintain productive relationships, networks or alliances to meet goals and achieve results. Can work with others in situations where a team is mutually responsible to produce a result. Can takes ideas different from own seriously; able to share responsibility and collaborate with others; accepts criticism well. Able to self-reflect on strengths and weaknesses and is willing to improve. Can seek out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things. Can act as a role model for employees and keeps a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with stated values; follows through on promises; uses ethical considerations to guide decisions and actions.
Environmental/Work Schedules/Other
Requires travel minimum 20% of time.
Physical Requirements
Operates standard office equipment. Requires extended periods of computer use. Requires extended periods of sitting.
Licensing or Certificates
A current/valid drivers license is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.
Full Time
Company Information
Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That's Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, responsible for the production and retention of a profitable book of business within an assigned territory that is consistent with overall Bond and Specialty Insurance/Business Unit strategies and objectives. This role does not manage others.
Primary Location: New York - New York - United States
Job Category: Underwriting
Position Type: Experienced/Professional
Target Openings: 1
Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
General Responsibilities: Underwriting new and renewal business. Building and maintaining productive relationships with agents and brokers. Consistently achieving budgeted financial results. Collaborating with BU and region colleagues as well as internal/external business associates. Sales, agency development and management. Underwriting & Pricing: Underwrites and assesses risk for small to mid-size renewals and new business items in conjunction with BU strategies. May underwrite larger renewals. Considers different approaches toward risks to maximize profitability. Makes appropriate decisions within own underwriting authority. Underwrites moderately complex-to-complex accounts/risks. Manages the submission and underwriting process for own agency plant, working with more experienced underwriters if outside authority. Can easily articulate whether or not account is within or outside underwriting appetite/strategy, along with the reasons for that determination. Independently sets account strategy, occasionally partners with AEO or MD to set account strategy. Makes recommendations to underwriter 2, as appropriate. For P & C, may act as an Underwriter 2 for Processing and Underwriting Procedures for Small Accounts (PUPS). May input financials and is able to calculate key ratios and more complex financial metrics, drawing conclusions about the financial health of an account. In addition to, or in lieu of, financials, may review other key metrics; makes decisions regarding pricing, capacity, terms and conditions based on those analyses on complex accounts. Proactively collaborates with regional and Home Office underwriters Maintains accurate underwriting documentation and information. Meets quality assurance standards May act as a Region or industry resident expert. Underwriting Operations: Manages flow of new and renewal business. Agency Management/Relationship: Lead or participate in agency training sessions. May be sought out by broker/agent for his/her expertise regarding industry and local issues. Primary agency or broker relationship is producer / internal broker. Sales Management/Marketing: Leverages agent/broker relationships to drive new business opportunities via existing relationships as well as where there is no existing relationship; continually prospects for new opportunities. Achieves and/or surpasses agency/broker visibility goals. Acts as a business partner to agents and brokers. Uses strong negotiation skills and deep product knowledge to meet the needs of the account. Develops agency plant sales/business plan. Sales activities should include some of the larger and more important agency/brokers/clients. Participates in, and may lead, underwriting/agency meetings. Actively contributes in Region and/or Business Unit sales meetings. Regularly attends agency/broker events and/or industry functions. Takes the initiative to partner with colleagues in other Bond and Specialty Insurance or Travelers BUs to cross sell all Travelers products. Is able to utilize analytics and tools to assist in the sale and pricing (if applicable) of accounts. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of 2 years of underwriting experience is required. A current/valid drivers license is required.
Education, Work Experience & Knowledge
3-6 years of underwriting experience preferred. Bachelor degree preferred. Industry Knowledge: Understands the local insurance marketplace, industry business operations, critical issues and financial drivers that affect the BU, region and local office. Is able to apply that understanding to the sales plan, pricing strategy and underwriting strategy. Continuously seeks out market insight from others and uses acquired knowledge to assist less experienced employees. Product Knowledge: Knowledge of BU products/coverages and pricing and the linkages to strategy and can easily explain them to others. Understands organizational and regulatory rules, policies and procedures and effectively employs that knowledge in day-to-day work.
Job Specific & Technical Skills & Competencies
Able to proficiently use all Bond and Specialty Insurance technology tools. Can negotiate skillfully in routine situations. Able to gain the trust of others quickly. Takes ownership and responsibility for actions and outcomes, performance and results. Can identify current or future problems or opportunities; able to analyze, synthesize and compare information to understand issues; able to identify cause/effect relationships and can explore alternative solutions to support sound decision making. Able to remain energized and focused in the face of ambiguity, change or strenuous demands. Demonstrates effective verbal, written and listening communication skills. Can provide service excellence to internal or external clients. Able to exercise sound judgment, make decisions and commit to a position. Has the ability to work with and include people from different backgrounds, experiences, cultures, races, etc. and views those differences as assets to be leveraged to accomplish business goals and objectives. Can seek out, build, foster and maintain productive relationships, networks or alliances to meet goals and achieve results. Can work with others in situations where a team is mutually responsible to produce a result. Can takes ideas different from own seriously; able to share responsibility and collaborate with others; accepts criticism well. Able to self-reflect on strengths and weaknesses and is willing to improve. Can seek out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things. Can act as a role model for employees and keeps a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with stated values; follows through on promises; uses ethical considerations to guide decisions and actions.
Environmental/Work Schedules/Other
Requires travel minimum 20% of time.
Physical Requirements
Operates standard office equipment. Requires extended periods of computer use. Requires extended periods of sitting.
Licensing or Certificates
A current/valid drivers license is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.
