City of St Petersburg Job Listings

This is responsible supervisory work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of municipal subsurface and surface facilities. Work involves supervising and participating in the work of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled maintenance personnel maintaining streets, rights-of-way, easements, medians, sidewalks, curbs, sea walls, retaining walls, bridges, culverts, catch basins, and storm sewers, including tree trimming using heavy equipment in the any of the listed areas sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions. Work also includes basic computer work; using a Work Asset Management (WAM) system; creating and reviewing related records and reports; and participation in the selection, placement, promotion, train­ing, safety and discipline of selected subordinate personnel. Duties and responsibilities of this position require the exercise of considerable independent judgment based upon good experience and technical know­ledge.

Salary:  $25.33 - $40.26 Hourly

Close Date: 12-24-2024 (11:59 PM)

This is very responsible technical office and public contact work in the City’s Construction Services and Permitting Department, performing work that is moderate to difficult in nature, involving the review and processing of plans and permits for compliance with Florida building codes, municipal ordinances, life safety codes, flood prevention ordinances and other regulatory codes governing the construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of commercial and residential structures. Work includes the study of new materials, methods, and applications of building construction to keep abreast of modern developments; conducting field inspections; recommending changes to bring plans into conformance with codes; and issuing permits for building construction and alteration, parking lot location and construction and outdoor sign erection. Work may include serving as lead supervisor over staff engaged in similar activities and providing advice and assistance in the more difficult work matters. Work requires considerable initiative and the exercise of independent judgment, discretion, and tact in dealing with personnel of other City departments, County, State and Federal officials, the public, contractors, and design professionals.

Salary: $32.31 - $49.60 Hourly

Close Date: 12-24-2024 (11:59 PM)

This is semi-skilled manual work performing landscaping and maintenance of city-owned property including medians and rights of way including in or near waterways, ditches, and lakes. This work requires the application of skills and knowledge above the basic laboring level in the maintenance of sidewalks, curbs, other paved areas; maintenance of grounds and turf through mowing and edging; trimming and pruning of plants, trees and shrubs; and the pickup of litter. Work also involves assisting with landscaping projects, including the planting, removing and care of various turfs, ground covers, plants, flowers, shrubs and trees; the operation of light trucks, dump trucks, and light-duty automotive equipment; helping with CCTV setups with aquatics crews in lake management activities; small pavement construction tools, equipment, and specialized machines including concrete saws and tampers; small turf equipment, such as chain saws, trimmers, and mowers; and other related storm water, pavement, and traffic operations construction tools. An employee in this class performs heavy manual labor, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.

Salary:  $17.04 - $22.92 Hourly

Close Date:  12-26-2024 (11:59 PM)

This is responsible, management level administrative, and supervisory work in the Housing and Community Development Department, coordinating, planning, overseeing, and monitoring Citywide housing and community development fiscal activities, related financing programs and the development and management of the department annual budgets. Work involves the direction of professional and clerical employees, including the selection, placement, promotion, training, discipline, safety, and performance-based evaluation of these assigned employees. Work includes preparing and presenting recommendations and reports to resolve operational and administrative challenges; evaluating the department budget and making informed budget recommendations; and continuously monitoring and directing the adjustment of department expenditures. Work also involves developing documents for City Council approval; managing and facilitating large procurements; managing relationships with other City departments, including Finance, Budget and Procurement, Human Resources, Public Works and Legal; and developing and implementing policies, programs, and procedures to provide the most effective and efficient services to internal and external customers.  Work requires the exercise of considerable judgment, discretion, and tact to effectively work with outside organizations, contractors, citizens, neighborhood associations, and local businesses, as well as City employees and officials.

Salary:  $85,551 - $134,997 DOQ

Close Date:  12-26-2024 (11:59 PM)

St. Petersburg Fire Rescue (SPFR) is recognized as an ISO 1 and CFAI accredited agency and by local businesses, residents, and other fire rescue agencies as a progressive, well trained, and customer-centered fire rescue organization, which places a high premium on quality service.  SPFR maintains certified civilian Paramedic (non-Firefighter) positions to staff Peak-Time non-transport Medic Units.  The department uses sworn Firefighter/Paramedics to staff all 24/48 EMS unit positions. The department recognizes that developing customer focus is an absolute necessity and the workforce culture reflects a respectful team atmosphere that is nurtured by fair practices, open communication processes and up-to-date procedures that guide the decisions of our personnel. Our mission will be accomplished by a physically fit, healthy, and increasingly diverse work force, well trained in a multitude of specialized skills, and empowered with a high level of involvement in our success.

SPFR is a contract provider for the Pinellas County EMS system.  As such, SPFR provides Advanced Life Support (ALS) first response with up to 27 ALS units throughout the City. SPFR’s primary EMS role is the initial response, triage, and treatment of patients experiencing medical emergencies. Patient transport is handled by a third-party service. SPFR also provides EMS coverage for hundreds of special community events throughout the year.  This position works 12-hour shifts assigned to an alternating 2/3/2 schedule - 2 days on, 3 days off, 2 days on (week 1) || 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off (week 2).

Salary:  $25.14 - $40.10 Hourly (42-hour work week)

Close Date:  Open Until Filled

This is skilled manual work serving the City’s Neighborhood Team (N-Team) in providing community improvements and assisting qualified homeowners with various home repairs addressing City Code violations, including, but not limited to, accessibility improvements, carpentry, painting, plumbing, roof patching, masonry work, debris removal and yard maintenance. Work involves journeyman level skills in the repair of residential properties, using the required standard hand/power tools, small turf/landscaping equipment, various construction equipment to perform tasks of a manual nature, and other related work. An employee in this class must exhibit good organization skills, be able to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions and perform required work above ground level using extension ladders up to 32’. Work may be performed independently under general direction and requires lead worker responsibilities over one or more semi-skilled workers on an assigned project. Work is reviewed while in progress, upon completion and through conversation. Employees in this position are expected to be able to perform all work tasks and comply with any work schedules, attendance, or duty requirements which may be established by City, department rules, or applicable union contracts.

Salary:  $20.96 - $29.92 Hourly

Close Date:  1-13-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is part-time routine work safeguarding City library buildings, equipment, facilities or other property against unauthorized entry, loss or damage from theft, fire, adverse weather conditions, vandalism, or other causes. Work includes enforcing City rules or regulations at a library building or on library property. Employees in this class work a varied schedule to provide coverage seven (7) days a week to various facilities, and due to the critical responsibilities of this classification, an employee in this position must also be able to report to work outside of normally scheduled work hours to address urgent needs, at the discretion of management. 

Salary:  $17.21 - $23.41 Hourly

Close Date: 01-10-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is skilled manual work serving the City’s Neighborhood Team (N-Team) in providing community improvements and assisting qualified homeowners with various home repairs addressing City Code violations, including, but not limited to, accessibility improvements, carpentry, painting, plumbing, roof patching, masonry work, debris removal and yard maintenance.  Work involves driving a motor vehicle, using the required standard hand/power tools, small turf/landscaping equipment, various construction equipment to perform tasks of a manual nature, and other related work.  An employee in this class must exhibit good organization skills, be able to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions and perform required work above ground level using extension ladders up to 32’.  Work may be performed independently under general direction and requires lead worker responsibilities over one or more semi-skilled workers on an assigned project.  Work is reviewed while in progress, upon completion and through conversation.  Employees in this position are expected to be able to perform all work tasks and comply with any work schedules, attendance, or duty requirements which may be established by City, department rules, or applicable union contracts.

Salary:  $19.76 - $28.57 Hourly

Close Date:  1-10-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is lead and participatory work involving technical and complex administrative assignments with responsibility for the direction of operations in the absence of the supervisor. This position involves considerable interaction with City employees and citizens, on the telephone and in person, which requires the exercise of considerable patience, tact, and sound judgment.  The work also requires excellent computer, customer service and interpersonal skills; the ability to meet deadlines and goals using multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced environment; and the ability to competently assemble complex, detailed information to consistently achieve a professional and error free results. Employees in this position are expected to be able to perform all work tasks and comply with any work schedules, attendance, or duty requirements which may be established by City or department rules, or applicable union contracts. Work is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through observation, conferences and results achieved.

Salary:  $17.92 - $26.80 Hourly

Close Date:  01-03-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is semi-skilled manual work at the Cosme Water Plant in Northwest Hillsborough County and pumping stations located in St. Petersburg, requiring the application of skills and knowledge above the basic laboring level. Work is initiated and captured utilizing the Asset Management software WACS.  Work is characterized by advanced manual tasks to include mowing, painting, waxing floors, maintaining buildings, operation of trucks and trailers, and the use of specialized equipment such as hand and power tools, pressure washers, pumps, jetting machine, and generators.  An employee in this class may also act as lead worker for intermittent periods. 

Salary:  $17.04 - $22.92 Hourly

Close Date:  01-06-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is semi-skilled work in the operation and inspection of a potable water treatment plant or pumping station on a permanent or rotating shift at the Cosme Water Plant in Northwest Hillsborough County. Work requires the exercise of sound judgment and experience to make minor adjustments to machinery, equipment and related apparatus in accordance with established operating procedures and standards.

Salary:  $20.96 - $35.08 Hourly**

Close Date:  1-06-2025 (11:59 PM)

**The starting salary and selection into a Water Plant Operator position, at level I or level II, will depend upon qualifications and experience. The entry level pay for Operator II is $25.15 hourly.

This is unskilled and limited semi-skilled manual work participating in one of the following: the construction, maintenance and repair of municipal surface facilities including, but not limited to, streets, sidewalks, and curbs;  performing landscaping and maintenance of city-owned property and a variety of medians and rights of way including in or near waterways, ditches, and lakes; or maintenance and repair of power tools and small equipment and may include some facilities repair and maintenance tasks.  Work could include any one of the following: the operation of light-duty automotive equipment including using power tools and specialized machines to maintain streets, sidewalks, curbs, and other related work; the maintenance of grounds and turf through mowing, edging, trimming, and pruning of plants, trees, and shrubs; or reading manuals, blueprints, and schematics to determine repair needs for various equipment and skilled use of a variety of tools.  An employee in this class performs heavy manual labor, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.

Salary:  $16.55 - $21.79 Hourly

Close Date:  1-03-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is skilled, technical field inspection and code enforcement work in the City’s Planning & Development Services Department, ensuring compliance with City codes and ordinances, State of Florida Building Codes, and national and local technical standards for workmanship and safety governing the installation, operation, maintenance and alteration of mechanical systems and related equipment in structures of all types throughout the city. Work involves responsibility to ensure regulatory compliance and to determine the existence of substandard or tampered conditions; the review of blueprints and specifications outlining proposed mechanical installation activities for possible regulatory conflict; the issuance of stop work orders on unpermitted construction and substandard mechanical systems and related components; and the recommendation of necessary changes to meet required technical standards. An employee in this class must be able to make sound, well informed recommendations and decisions; to enforce regulations, laws and codes with firmness, tact and impartiality; and to effectively communicate with builders, architects, engineers, contractors and journeymen regarding compliance issues, frequently of a sensitive nature.  Employees working in this classification, pursuant to a Labor Agreement, are eligible for additional pay incentives for each State of Florida Inspector and/or Plans Examiner certifications that are maintained for other trades. 

Salary:  $33.06 - $48.61 Hourly

Close Date:  1-03-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is skilled, technical field inspection and code enforcement work to ensure compliance with City codes and ordinances, State of Florida Building Codes, the National Electric Code, and national and local technical standards for workmanship and safety governing the installation, operation, maintenance and alteration of electrical systems and related equipment in structures of all types throughout the city. Work involves responsibility to ensure regulatory compliance and to determine the existence of substandard or tampered conditions; the review of blueprints and specifications outlining proposed electrical installation activities for possible regulatory conflict; the issuance of stop work orders on unpermitted construction and substandard electrical systems and wiring; and the recommendation of necessary changes to meet required technical standards. An employee in this class must be able to make sound, well informed recommendations and decisions; to enforce regulations, laws and codes with firmness, tact and impartiality; and to effectively communicate with builders, architects, engineers, contractors and journeymen regarding compliance issues, frequently of a sensitive nature.

Salary:  $33.06 - $48.61 Hourly

Close Date:  01-03-2025 (11:59 PM)

REQUIREMENTS TO WORK AS A PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR TRAINEE IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT

For this position, a selected candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background check, and a credit history check. Applicants must fully disclose criminal history. Please refer to the St. Petersburg Police Department website for details:

Selection Standards and Screening Process
https://police.stpete.org/employmentTelecommunicator/documents/application-process-non-sworn.pdf

Applicants must submit a resume with their application to be considered.

Individuals hired by the City as Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainees, as a condition of continued employment, must complete the 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator Program and pass the Florida Certification Exam within eleven and one-half (11-1/2) months of appointment to the position; and must also successfully complete call taker, teletype, and dispatch training within thirty-six (36) months of appointment to the position. This position handles incoming emergency and non-emergency calls on an ACD system using a computer aided dispatch system.  Work includes receipt and transmission of radio messages, and dispatching police units to emergency or non-emergency situations throughout the City and surrounding areas.  Employees work rotating shifts which cover 24 hours each day and include holidays and weekends.  This position requires a three (3) year commitment. 

**The starting pay for the position will be $26.23 hourly (Step 5).

Hiring Bonus:  For individuals hired into the Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainee position, the department is offering a $1,500 hiring bonus.  $750 of the bonus will be paid upon hire and the other $750 will be paid upon successful completion of call taker training (approximately six months following hire).

For selected applicants that have recent Emergency Communications experience and/or a current Florida 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification, pay above the entry level will be offered.

Salary:  $26.23 - $34.24 Hourly**

Close Date: 01-15-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is important technical field work inspecting the more complex and technical Water Resources construction projects to ensure compliance with contractual design, specification, City ordinances, and other contractual obligations.  A selected candidate will inspect assigned jobs and is responsible for proper compliance with specifications and regulations relating to workmanship and materials. Work involves maintaining records of daily activities and construction projects such as pipe laying, requesting tests of construction materials and other related construction activities for specification conformance; interacting and working closely with department engineer, design staff and important contacts with contractors, officials of the County, State and Federal governments, other City departments and the public. Projects inspected are generally of a more complex and costly nature, requiring a high level of technical knowledge, expertise, deci­sion-making, personal initiative, judgment, and discretion.

Salary:  $26.69 - $38.24 Hourly

Close Date:  12-30-2024 (11:59 PM)

This is full-time, routine work in cleaning, sanitizing, operating a small motor vehicle, lifting and using related power and hand tools and equipment, and performing other assigned tasks in and around Library buildings and facilities. Work is usually scheduled during the late shift from 7:00 p.m. until 3:30 a.m. and will involve weekends based on a rotating shift schedule. Work may include scheduling and monitoring the work of assigned subordinates and may also include monitoring and inspection of work performed by contract workers from outside agencies.

Salary:  $16.55 - $22.01 Hourly

Close Date:  01-03-2025 (11:59 PM)

This is responsible professional, technical, and public contact work in coordinating, planning, overseeing and monitoring City-wide housing and community development activities, related financing programs, and the review of significant development projects resulting from rehabilitation, redevelopment, and ongoing development projects of economic value. An employee in this position must be able to exercise considerable independent sound judgment serving internal and external customers, answering routine and in-depth questions and/or providing presentations regarding organizational programs; must assist with the development of plans and procedures for effective housing programs; and is expected to exercise a high degree of professional discretion in situations involving sensitive or confidential information. 

Salary:  $81,639 - $130,837

Close Date: 12-27-2024 (11:59 PM)

This is important public contact work involving cash handling, receiving and processing customer payment transactions and related clerical duties of a complex nature. Work involves responsibility for receiving money in payment of bills for utility bills, business taxes, building permits, special assessments, fines and fees, or other sources of revenue due the City; accounting and data entry duties to document transactions and to produce needed reports; and high-volume interaction with internal and external customers which frequently requires the skilled use of discretion and tact while firmly enforcing applicable policies and rules. An employee in this class is responsible for ensuring that the assigned work group complies with well-established and defined procedures and policies of moderate complexity; and is also responsible to resolve customer service concerns and complaints based on extensive knowledge of the applicable policies and available resources.

Salary:  $19.39 - $29.45 Hourly

Close Date:  12-27-2024 (11:59 PM)

This is highly skilled technical work in the installation, maintenance, repair and ongoing support of electronic communications and computer-controlled programming particularly two-way radios. Work involves the technical operation, programming, installation, support and maintenance of communication equipment, primarily in vehicles, including mobile radio receivers and transmitters, base stations, antenna equipment and video recorders; ensuring compliance with established Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations; and providing lead guidance, training and technical assistance to other employees. Work includes planning, installs and repairs, automotive technical electronic and signal devices, such as but not limited to; telematics, lights, fuel readers, and other add-on or additional components using a variety of electronic and electrical test equipment, including digital volt meters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, computers and related software, and modulation and frequency monitors; assisting in the evaluation of existing and proposed electronic communication methods; assisting with the development of equipment specifications; and assisting with the purchase of supplies, materials and equipment, including providing recommendations. An employee in this position is expected to be able to perform any and all work tasks and comply with any work schedules, attendance, or duty requirements which may be established by City or department rules, or applicable union contracts. Work is reviewed while in progress through conferences and upon completion.

Salary:  $23.71 - $33.30 Hourly

Close Date: 12-27-2024 (11:59 PM)

This is semi-skilled and skilled manual work using trade knowledge to install, clean, repair or replace various commercial facility components and systems at the St. Pete Pier. The work environment includes both interior and exterior locations; and working on or near the water. The general scope of work may include installation, maintenance and repair using various trade skills including:  testing and trouble-shooting HVAC and other electrical systems; repairing fencing and landscape irrigation components; reading manuals, blueprints and schematics to determine assembly or repair needs for various equipment; evaluating and maintaining landscaping; skilled use of a variety of hand and power tools; performing painting, drywall repair, carpentry, plumbing, masonry and; and conducting preventative and scheduled maintenance.  Work may involve lead worker responsibility over one or more semi-skilled workers on an assigned project as well as serving as a liaison or providing in-field oversight with outside vendors to coordinate repairs, surveys, and other field work. An employee in this class will on occasion be required to report to work outside of the normal shift hours to address urgent repairs, respond to other emergencies, perform storm preparation, and staff special events that may occur outside of the normal shift hours.

Salary:  $20.96 - $29.92 Hourly

Close Date:  12-30-2024 (11:59 PM)

This is police work involving the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.  The Department is accepting applications for Police Officer (Florida Certified Law Enforcement Officers) and Police Cadet (Full Academy Sponsorship Program -or- Equivalency of Training Academy Sponsorship for out-of-state Certified Law Enforcement Officer). Certified Police Officer candidates may be eligible for a new hire incentive payment and a higher pay grade for prior law enforcement experience. This position requires a supplemental application information and documents.  Applicants will only be considered after submitting required documents.  Applicants will be invited to participate in the pre-employment process once an application is submitted.  Information regarding the St. Petersburg Police Department, Cadet training program, new hire incentive information, benefits, and selection standards, can be found using the links on the following webpage: https://police.stpete.org/employmentOfficer/index.html#gsc.tab=0.

Police Cadet Salary:  $45,355

Police Officer Salary:  $68,432 - $109,387

Close Date:  Continuous Recruitment / Open Until Filled

St. Petersburg Fire Rescue is recognized by local businesses, residents, and regional fire agencies as a progressive, well trained, and customer-centered fire rescue organization, which places a high premium on quality service. St. Petersburg Fire Rescue has an energetic staff at all levels of the organization who provide the highest level of service possible.  St.  Petersburg Fire Rescue is consistently working to achieve the highest level of professionalism and efficiency on behalf of those it serves. St. Petersburg Fire Rescue has recognized that developing customer focus is an absolute necessity. Our workforce culture reflects a respectful team atmosphere that is nurtured by fair practices, open communication processes and up-to-date procedures that guide the decisions of our personnel. Our mission will be accomplished by fostering a diverse and inclusive organization made up of motivated individuals who possess good moral character, are dynamic, team-oriented, physically fit, and well trained.

Salary:   Firefighter/EMT: $54,909 - $87,573

               Firefighter/Paramedic: $70,441 - $103,337

Close Date:  Open Until Filled