CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 25025 UNIT: WHITE COLLAR
EE04: PARA-PROFESSIONAL
CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under general supervision is responsible for performing a variety of subjects based on assignment within the Department; including general economic and community development, redevelopment, housing development, homeless services, and administrative work, including specific real estate and escrow related tasks, general project planning assignments and other work as assigned. Incumbents in this classification perform increasingly complex para-professional, technical, financial, real estate and administrative tasks which are typically in support of a specific project or housing related program; and others duties as assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position’s essential duties. They are descriptive, not limiting
Essential Duties:
Assists in the preparation of correspondence, reports, agenda items, agreements, and other documents relating to assigned phases of various projects and programs; c oordinate and prepare public notices as required for all departmental hearings and other regulatory required actions; Assists in compiling and analyzing data on a variety of assigned projects and programs; compile s and maintains status reports on assigned project/program activities; Coordinates meetings with community groups to discuss and plan projects and community events Related to program/project activities;
Prepares presentations for boards, commissions and community events; Assists in budget preparation in relationship to various loan programs; Maintains records and databases;
Assists in the coordination, dissemination, and presentation of program/project informational materials; participates in the updates of program/project activities; Prepares real estate documents and monitors transactions; including coordination with real estate agents, lenders, and other parties; orders all documentation necessary to complete transactions; processes documents for recording;
Evaluates loan files; orders any and all documentations necessary to complete loan files; review verifications and credit history; completes borrower’s analysis; witness/notarize borrower’s signature on loan documents as necessary; submits accurate and complete loan packages; coordinates and facilitates the closing and servicing of loans.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This position is distinguished from the Economic & Community Development Specialist in that the latter exercises a gr eater degree of independent judgment due to the scope of assigned duties, responsibilities, loan underwriting and qualifying responsibility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
• Basic principles and practices of City programs related to economic, community development, housing, homeless services and other related programs;
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2 • City-wide and department-specific policies, processes, and procedures; • Maintain a variety of fiscal records and prepare accurate reports; • Perform a variety of general administrative office support duties such as typing, proofreading, filing, and answering the telephone;
• Handle sensitive and confidential information;
• Budgetary practices;
Related computer applications including word processing and spreadsheet software.
Ability to:
Understand and apply those aspects of federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards that pertain to community and housing development; Research, analyze and summarize data;
Assist in the preparation of clear, concise and complete technical documents including agreements and written materials;
Work with a variety of real estate and escrow related service providers; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Use initiative and independent judgment in the performance of job duties; Meet challenging loan processing deadlines;
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Training and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Associate’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field; AND
Two (2) years experience in office administrative role, preferably in a real estate or escrow management capacity; OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
Licenses, Certifications, and Special Requirements:
Successfully pass a background check.
Valid notary license or ability to obtain within probationary period.
Physical Conditions or Special Requirements:
Standard office environment and working conditions
Must be willing to work in various neighborhoods in the City including both businesses and private residences.
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: July 8, 2021 Approved by the City Council: July 14, 2021
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: October 21, 2025 Approved by the City Council: