Records Specialist III- 11655 (VAB​/Board Records

Job Title

Value Adjustment Board Specialist

The Value Adjustment Board (VAB) performs a wide range of specialized clerical and administrative duties including processing petitions, preparing documentation, coordinating hearings, and serving as a primary administrative resource for internal and external stakeholders. This position supports the full annual operational cycle of the VAB; an ideal candidate is adaptable, highly organized, detail oriented, and thrives in a collaborative, team driven environment.

This position requires comfort working across multiple governmental entities and proficiency with various technological applications. Individuals must be able to manage repetitive tasks with accuracy, work efficiently under pressure, and identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational effectiveness. All work is performed in accordance with Florida Statutes, VAB rules, and established organizational procedures.

Starting Salary: $20.40 hourly/ $42,432 annually

Core Competencies

• Customer Commitment
  - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of our customers and provide the highest standards of service
• Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity
  - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve
• Organizational Excellence
  - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations
• Success through Teamwork
  - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals

Job Specific Summary & Competencies

The VAB Specialist establishes and maintains consistent administrative practices supporting the operations of the Value Adjustment Board in compliance with all Federal, State, and County regulations. Work involves ensuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and economical operation of VAB processes.

Daily duties involve coordination with the Board of County Commissioners, the Property Appraiser, the Tax Collector, and members of the public in supporting VAB procedures and hearings. Internal documents outline the VAB's statutory foundation and operational structure, which guide the Specialist's work. An ideal candidate would:

• Demonstrate comprehensive proficiency in standard office operations, including effective use of computer systems, software applications, and office equipment to support departmental functions.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, producing accurate documentation and ensuring all work products meet established quality and compliance standards.
• Apply strong administrative and analytical capabilities to perform a broad range of duties, including data verification, information processing, and the execution of complex tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail in both routine and peak‑season (July-May) workloads.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, external partners, and the public, while providing guidance and support to colleagues and new employees as operational needs require.
• Exercise sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion in all interactions and work products, ensuring conduct aligns with organizational standards and expectations.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly and in strict accordance with legal, ethical, and organizational requirements.
• Work independently with initiative and accountability, effectively organizing, prioritizing, and completing assignments to ensure timely and accurate results, including during periods of elevated workload and accelerated deadlines.

Representative Duties

• Process petitions and associated documents in accordance with VAB procedures.
• Coordinate and support VAB hearings and meetings.
• Maintain daily and weekly reports to document activity, deadlines, and operational progress.
• Perform tasks requiring knowledge of VAB processes, timelines, and statutory requirements.
• Work under pressure to ensure all State mandated deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
• Accurate…