Program Technician

Summary The Development Services Division of the Community and Economic Development Department is actively recruiting for one (1) regular, full-time Program Technician.
This position is represented by the City of Bend Employee Association (COBEA) and is FLSA non-exempt (overtime eligible).
This recruitment will be used to determine an eligibility list for potential future Program Technician positions in the Development Services Division.
The eligibility list will be used for no more than six (6) months (April 4, 2024 - October 4, 2024).
The eligibility list may be canceled at any time at the discretion of the City.
The Development Services Division is responsible for programs that support development in the City of Bend.
This position will calculate, apply, and monitor applicable development related charges and act as a liaison between the City’s development community and the City services needed to conduct work according to City code, standards and specifications, and statutes.
This position reports to the Development Services Manager.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete application packet that includes the following: A complete online application via Government Jobs/NeoGov (access also available on City of Bend website under Human Resources/Job Openings) Attached cover letter (required) Attached resume (required) Attached valid credentials, certifications and licensing (if applicable) Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive Veteran’s Preference.
Applications must be received by Monday, April 22, 2024 (04/22/2024) at 12:00 pm (noon) PDT.
Position Overview Provides routine to moderately complex support to implement technical (mechanical, information technology, mathematical, or scientific) procedures and practices.
Distinguishing Characteristics Distinguish from Sr.
Program Technician: Involved in less complex work and operates with less independence.
Distinguish from Program Coordinator: More analytical, requires less experience, a lower level of decision making and independence.
Complexity of Work Complexity: Work is either routine or basic, or varied within a subject matter but with limited standardized situations requiring judgment.
Many situations are resolved using standard procedures and established guidelines.
Requires knowledge of procedures and the ability to evaluate and select the correct solution from limited potential alternatives.
Expertise may be developed regarding tasks specific to the work area or team.
Degree of Independence: Sets priorities and organizes work within general guidelines; follows standard practices and makes some deviations from standard practices with minimal supervision; outcomes are monitored.
Decision Making Authority: Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Refers decisions involving exceptions to accepted practices to supervisor.
Functions, Duties and Responsibilities Coordinates with other divisions providing data and assistance as needed for successful completion of work and projects.
The information provided below encompasses the essential functions and capabilities linked with this position.
Duties and Responsibilities The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities.
Performs a variety of technical-related tasks and research in support of programs which may include, field work and office work such as preparing technical reports, research and analysis of program procedures and standards, maintaining technical information systems, and providing compliance related information internally and externally.
Maintains regular contact with others outside of own workgroup such as visitors, vendors and/or other employees.
Primary purpose of contact is to explain, clarify, or interpret detailed and somewhat complex or sensitive information; contacts are non-routine and require discretion and thoughtful communication efforts.
Performs administrative tasks in support of technical program or functions.
Complies with safety requirements of the position and actively promotes safe work practices.
In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities and infrastructure.
Other related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility This position is a non-management position and does not encompass supervisory responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications Skill Profile The individual in this position is expected to possess and exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Maintain working knowledge of a variety of support programs as well as internal policies and procedures.
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and other stakeholders sufficient to exchange or convey information to provide and receive work direction.
Analyze and interpret documents as well as complex reports supported by statistical data and other documentation.
Manage a high volume of tasks at one time, including organizing and prioritizing own work.
Work independently with minimum direction while also working as part of a team and collaborating with others.
Demonstrate a high attention to detail.
Maintain working knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint and other interactive computer programs as well as cooperating common office equipment.
Education, Experience, Certifications and/or Licenses The following are the minimum qualifications for this position.
High School Diploma or General Equivalent Diploma (GED) or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in this job description.
1-year experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks.
Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion.
At the City of Bend, we don't just accept differences; we value them.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
Employee Benefit OverviewAugust 1, 2023 – July 31, 2024 Regular Full Time Benefits:Coverage is effective on the first day of the month, coinciding with or following date of hire.
(If the first day of work is on the first calendar day of the month, coverage is effective that day.
) High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Medical, Vision and Prescription CoverageUnderwritten by PacificSource Health Plans Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total monthly premium.
Benefit-eligible part-time employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly-scheduled hours, either at 50% (employees working 20-29 hours per week) or 75% (employees working 30-39 hours per week) of the full monthly premium.
Employee monthly premium: Employee Employee & Dependents Full-time Employees $ 62.
76 $156.
90 Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week) $156.
90 $392.
24 Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week) $313.
80 $784.
48 Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)Third Party Administrator - PacificSource Administrators (PSA)This is an employer-funded account designed to reimburse employees for IRS-qualified medical expenses.
Reimbursements are tax-free, and any unused HRA Comp-A fund amounts at the end of the plan year are transferred to the employee’s VEBA account following first full year of employment (see below for VEBA account information).
Coinsurance (Med-G) funding remaining at plan year end is forfeited and does not roll to the VEBA.
Employee monthly premium portion: Employee Employee & DependentsFull-time Employees HRA (Comp – A) $2,000 $4,000 Coinsurance (Med – G) $1,250 $1,781Part-time 1 Employees HRA (Comp – A) $1,500 $3,000(30-39 hours per week) Coinsurance (Med – G) $937.
50 $1,335.
75Part-time 2 Employees HRA (Comp – A) $1,000 $2,000(20-29 hours per week) Coinsurance (Med – G) $625 $890.
50Employees also have the option to self-fund a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for unreimbursed medical expenses to offset potential out-of-pocket liability under the medical/dental plans and potentially shelter their HRA Comp-A account to allow for larger rollover to their VEBA account at plan year end.
First Stop Health - Telemedicine: The City of Bend provides First Stop Health (FSH) telemedicine benefits for FREE to all medical-enrolled employees and up to seven (7) of their immediate family members.
Dental PlanUnderwritten by MODA$2,000 calendar year benefit maximum per covered individual includes $1,000 one-time orthodontia benefit.
Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total composite monthly premium.
Part-time benefit-eligible employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly scheduled work hours (50% for employees working 20-29 hours per week; 75% for those working 30-39 hours per week).
Employee composite monthly premium: Employee with/without DependentsFull-time Employees $12.
70Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week) $31.
74Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week) $63.
48 VEBA PlanAdministered by HRA VEBAIndividual employee account that receives tax-free rollover amounts from the City-funded HRA Comp-A account remaining at the end of each plan year.
The account belongs to the employee and may be invested in mutual funds similar to deferred compensation.
The account can grow, tax free, and be used for future medical expenses and can be used either while still employed or after separation/retirement.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)Administered by PacificSource Administrators (PSA)Participation in the City of Bend's Flexible Spending Plan is voluntary and allows employees to pay for IRS-approved health care-related expenses and dependent care through pre-tax payroll deduction.
Life, Personal Accident (AD&D) & Long-Term Disability PlansUnderwritten by New York LifeGroup Basic Term Life Insurance: Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a coverage amount of one times the employees annual salary, to a maximum benefit of $150,000, with a minimum benefit of $50,000.
Coverage includes person accidentcoverage for loss of life and/or limb, per scheduled benefit package amounts.
Group Long-term Disability Insurance: Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a a benefit of up to 66.
67% of employee’s covered earnings to a maximum of $9,000 per month.
Voluntary Life and AD&D: Active, full time employees of the City of Bend regularly working a minimum of 20 hours per week are elgibile for additional voluntary coverage for the employee, spouse/domestic partner and dependent children.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)The City of Bend participates in the PERS Retirement System.
Employees become PERS members after working six full calendar months in a qualifying position requiring at least 600 hours worked per 12-month period.
Contributions on the employee’s behalf begin following completion of the six-month waiting period.
The City makes “employer” contribution based on the employee’s Tier I, II or OPSRP member status.
The City also makes the “employee” member contribution of 6% of salary.
For complete PERS program details, visit the website https://www.
oregon.
gov/pers Employee Assistance ProgramUnderwritten by CanopyThis City-provided, confidential service helps employees privately solve problems that may interfere with work, family and life in general.
Services are free to employees, their dependents and household members.
The City of Bend also offers the following voluntary benefit programs which are elective and funded through payroll deduction: AFLAC Supplemental Insurance (various plans are offered) MASA ground and air ambulance membership 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans sponsored by Nationwide Retirement Solutions & Mission Square Retirement_______________________________________________________________________Temporary Medical Only Benefit's:Coverage is effective on the first day of the month, coinciding with or following date of hire.
(If the first day of work is on the first calendar day of the month, coverage is effective that day.
) High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) Medical, Vision, Prescription coverageUnderwritten by PacificSource Health PlansFull-time, temporary employee(s) currently pay 10% of the total employee(s) monthly premium.
Full-time, temporary employees are eligible for employee-only medical coverage.
However, there is family coverage avaliable should the employee choose to enroll and assume financial responsibility for the difference of premium.
Employee monthly premium: Employee Employee & Dependents Full-time Employees $ 62.
76 $1,004.
11 Deductible $2,000 $4,000 Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)Administered by PacificSource Administrators (PSA)Participation in the City of Bend's Flexible Spending Plan is voluntary and allows employees to pay for IRS-approved health care-related expenses and dependent care Uthrough pre-tax payroll deduction.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)The City of Bend participates in the PERS Retirement System.
Employees become PERS members after working six full calendar months in a qualifying position requiring at least 600 hours worked per 12-month period.
Contributions on the employee’s behalf begin following completion of the six-month waiting period.
The City makes “employer” contribution based on the employee’s Tier I, II or OPSRP member status.
The City also makes the “employee” member contribution of 6% of salary.
For complete PERS program details, visit the website https://www.
oregon.
gov/pers Employee Assistance ProgramUnderwritten by CanopyThis City-provided, confidential service helps employees privately solve problems that may interfere with work, family and life in general.
Services are free to employees, their dependents and household members.
The City of Bend also offers the following voluntary benefit programs which are elective and funded through payroll deduction: MASA ground and air ambulance membership 457 Deferred Compensation Plans sponsored by Nationwide Retirement Solutions and Mission Square RetirementIf you have Federal student loan debt, (private student loans not included), or are considering going back to school, you may benefit from the Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
If you make 120 qualifying payments on your Federal student loan while working full-time for a qualifying employer, your Federal student loan debt may be forgiven.
Always check the loan servicer and type of loan you have to ensure you qualify.