City of North Miami, FL
Salary:
$70,314.91 - $105,472.37 Annually Location :
City Hall - Administration 776 NE 125 St North Miami, FL Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2025-00156 Department:
City Clerk Opening Date:
03/18/2025 Closing Date:
3/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
REPORTS TO:
The City Clerk in accordance with the principles, practices, and procedures of directing the workflow of an office. Work is performed under the Director's or designee's supervision and is evaluated by reports, observation, and results obtained.
Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical, clerical and administrative duties in the Office of the City Clerk. Work involves serving as administrative support to City boards and assisting the City Clerk. Employee is responsible for taking minutes at meetings, assisting with budget preparation for the department, maintaining files, answering correspondence, and assisting the public. Employee is also responsible for assisting with office volunteers and interns. Position reports to the City Clerk and requires considerable tact and courtesy with work involving frequent contact with City Officials and the general public. Ideal candidate will aspire to acquire City Clerk Certification after attainment of required experience. Essential Job Functions
Answers telephone; responds to or refers requests for information; greets and directs the public; types memoranda, reports, and other departmental documents. Carries out the duties and responsibilities of City Clerk in their absence. Maintains an appointment calendar as requested and makes appointments as directed. Assists City Clerk in preparing for Council meetings, City board meetings, and other meetings hosted by City Clerk, including notifying attendees of meeting times and places, assisting with the preparation of meeting packets, scheduling meeting facilities, setting up meeting rooms, etc.; attends meetings and takes minutes; proofreads minutes, transcribes, and distributes to meeting attendees, as requested and necessary. Maintains and processes various personnel-related materials; requisitions office supplies in accordance with budget; answers routine correspondence; assists in budget preparation; relieves supervisor of minor administrative/clerical detail as necessary. Responsible for City Clerk's travel arrangements for government functions to include registration and hotel accommodations, and travel reimbursement expenses in absence of Deputy City Clerk. Performs related duties as required. Notarizes, certifies and attests documents. Responsible for meeting preparation set-up, including the ordering, picking up and set-up of food and beverages, as required, setting up recording equipment and nameplates. Assists with passport functions as required. Plans and executes civic education and engagement projects on behalf of the Office of the City Clerk. Plans and executes outreach activities and communications on behalf of the Office of the City Clerk. Coordinates and communicates with other agencies on behalf of the City Clerk. Prepares and disseminates information on City Clerk events, meetings, and boards.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.) Minimum Requirements
Considerable knowledge of business English, spelling, and basic math; standard office practices and procedures; related office equipment operation. Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Office and related Office Suite products, Adobe Software, and social media applications. Knowledge of appropriate municipal codes, ordinances, and laws. Skilled in typing accurately from rough draft or plain copy. Ability to understand and carry-out complex oral and written instructions; learn departmental rules, regulations, and functions; make decisions in accordance with same; prepare routine documents; compose business letters and memoranda. Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
TRAINING, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED, in addition to experience in municipal government with extensive public contact, and possess excellence word processing skills. Minimum of two (2) years experience in performing secretarial/administrative work for executive personnel or minimum of two (2) years progressively responsible administrative work. Or, and combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Proficient in grammar and writing skills. Must be punctual; yet flexible with full-time work hours. Must maintain a valid Florida driver's license and clear driving record. Successful completion of background check.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Due to complexity of work involved, a probationary period of at least six (6) months will be required before optimum efficiency and initiative may be expected of employee. Appointment will be solely on basis of clerical and administrative abilities. Employee must develop: thorough knowledge of ordinances, policies and procedures of the City; knowledge of legal requirements, organization, function of and activities of municipal government; knowledge of and adherence to the legal requirements of public notices and the Sunshine Law; and knowledge of procedures employed in City Elections. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees and the general public. Must be proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Office and related Office Suite products and Adobe software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to communicate orally and in writing, possess good eyesight (with or without correction), physical mobility (with our without hearing aid), and be able to withstand the pressure of coordinating schedules, projects and people in an atmosphere of constant change. Must be physically able to operate a variety of general office machinery and equipment including computers, typewriters, copiers, printers, facsimile machines, postage meters, etc. Must be able to exert up to 15 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 5 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods as may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in office environment, but may be required to work in outdoor events and environments.
(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)
ASSIGNED CITY VEHICLE:
May occasionally be required to drive a city vehicle in the performance of duties.
DATA CONCEPTION:
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or composite characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION:
Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments or directions from superiors.
LANGUAGE ABILITY:
Requires the ability to read a variety of reports, records, minutes, bills, timesheets, etc. Requires the ability to prepare agendas, minutes, purchase requests, reports, records, forms, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control and confidence.
INTELLIGENCE:
Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.
VERBAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English.
NUMERICAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; and use decimals and percentages. FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.
MOTOR COORDINATION:
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using office equipment.
MANUAL DEXTERITY:
Requires the ability to handle general office equipment. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
COLOR DISCRIMINATION:
Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.
INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT:
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:
Requires the ability to talk and hear: (Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words. Hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear.) Must be able to communicate via telephone.
OTHER:
It is understood that every individual duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employee, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.
NOTE:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (ie: emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, or technological development). Skills
KNOWLEDGE OF JOB:
Has general knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Has general knowledge of the organization and operation of the City. Has some knowledge of state sunshine and public records laws. Is skilled in the use of common office machines, including popular computer-driven word processing, spreadsheet and file maintenance programs. Is able to type accurately at a moderate rate of speed. Is able to maintain a variety of clerical records and to compile data from such records. Is able to exercise tact, courtesy, patience and discretion in frequent contact with the general public. Is able to establish and maintain effective impartial working relationships as necessitated by work assignments. QUALITY OF WORK:
Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts within department and division, and with co- workers and the general public.
QUANTITY OF WORK:
Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Specific Duties and Responsibilities."
DEPENDABILITY:
Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, City policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.
ATTENDANCE:
Attends work regularly and adheres to City policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time- off requests.
INITIATIVE AND ENTHUSIASM:
Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountability. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.
JUDGMENT:
Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.
COOPERATION:
Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with City policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons within the department.
RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS:
Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff for mutual and departmental benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all department employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staffers and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the general public so as to maintain good will toward the department and project a good departmental image. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the City. Interacts effectively with fellow employees, supervisor, professionals and the general public.
COORDINATION OF WORK:
Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Maintains a calendar for meetings, deadlines and events.
SAFETY AND HOUSEKEEPING:
Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the City and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly work place.
Health Care
Group Health/Dental/Vision Insurance: HMO and dependent coverage is available Life Insurance: One times employee's gross annual salary. Dependent coverage is available. Disability Insurance: Optional coverage available Cafeteria Plan: The City offers Flexible Savings Accounts for reimbursement of medical and day care expenses through "pre-tax" dollars. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Events and Fitness Classes On-The-Job Injury Benefits: Worker's Compensation and Supplemental Pay Benefits, when applicable Retirement
Pension: (General Employees) Mandatory participation. Defined benefit plan/Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension: (Sworn Police Personnel) Mandatory participation. Defined benefit plan/Florida Retirement System (FRS) Deferred Compensation: Optional employee contribution to IRA, and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans offered through Mission Square and Corbridge Financial. Work-Life Balance
Vacation: Two weeks per year; after five years, three weeks; after fifteen years, four weeks. Accumulation starts on date of hire. There is a six-month waiting period for using vacation time. Holidays: Paid holidays, employee's birthday, and two Floating/Personal Holidays Sick Leave: Ten days per year; after three years, 11 days; after five years, 12 days. Accumulation starts on date of hire. There is a three-month waiting period for using sick time. Additional Benefits
Student Loan Forgiveness: The U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program may forgive your student loan balance after making 120 qualifying payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. For additional information please visit Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Trust Fund: A trust fund set up by the City of North Miami to assist employees who are faces with unforeseen emergencies. Participation is on a volunteer basis. Reduced pricing for Transit and Tri-Rail Passes Legal benefits coverage available Free City Library Card Merit Increase: Full time employees are eligible for an annual merit increase. Salary: Paid on a weekly basis for the previous work week Direct Deposit Benefit Documents
$70,314.91 - $105,472.37 Annually Location :
City Hall - Administration 776 NE 125 St North Miami, FL Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2025-00156 Department:
City Clerk Opening Date:
03/18/2025 Closing Date:
3/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
REPORTS TO:
The City Clerk in accordance with the principles, practices, and procedures of directing the workflow of an office. Work is performed under the Director's or designee's supervision and is evaluated by reports, observation, and results obtained.
Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical, clerical and administrative duties in the Office of the City Clerk. Work involves serving as administrative support to City boards and assisting the City Clerk. Employee is responsible for taking minutes at meetings, assisting with budget preparation for the department, maintaining files, answering correspondence, and assisting the public. Employee is also responsible for assisting with office volunteers and interns. Position reports to the City Clerk and requires considerable tact and courtesy with work involving frequent contact with City Officials and the general public. Ideal candidate will aspire to acquire City Clerk Certification after attainment of required experience. Essential Job Functions
Answers telephone; responds to or refers requests for information; greets and directs the public; types memoranda, reports, and other departmental documents. Carries out the duties and responsibilities of City Clerk in their absence. Maintains an appointment calendar as requested and makes appointments as directed. Assists City Clerk in preparing for Council meetings, City board meetings, and other meetings hosted by City Clerk, including notifying attendees of meeting times and places, assisting with the preparation of meeting packets, scheduling meeting facilities, setting up meeting rooms, etc.; attends meetings and takes minutes; proofreads minutes, transcribes, and distributes to meeting attendees, as requested and necessary. Maintains and processes various personnel-related materials; requisitions office supplies in accordance with budget; answers routine correspondence; assists in budget preparation; relieves supervisor of minor administrative/clerical detail as necessary. Responsible for City Clerk's travel arrangements for government functions to include registration and hotel accommodations, and travel reimbursement expenses in absence of Deputy City Clerk. Performs related duties as required. Notarizes, certifies and attests documents. Responsible for meeting preparation set-up, including the ordering, picking up and set-up of food and beverages, as required, setting up recording equipment and nameplates. Assists with passport functions as required. Plans and executes civic education and engagement projects on behalf of the Office of the City Clerk. Plans and executes outreach activities and communications on behalf of the Office of the City Clerk. Coordinates and communicates with other agencies on behalf of the City Clerk. Prepares and disseminates information on City Clerk events, meetings, and boards.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.) Minimum Requirements
Considerable knowledge of business English, spelling, and basic math; standard office practices and procedures; related office equipment operation. Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Office and related Office Suite products, Adobe Software, and social media applications. Knowledge of appropriate municipal codes, ordinances, and laws. Skilled in typing accurately from rough draft or plain copy. Ability to understand and carry-out complex oral and written instructions; learn departmental rules, regulations, and functions; make decisions in accordance with same; prepare routine documents; compose business letters and memoranda. Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
TRAINING, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED, in addition to experience in municipal government with extensive public contact, and possess excellence word processing skills. Minimum of two (2) years experience in performing secretarial/administrative work for executive personnel or minimum of two (2) years progressively responsible administrative work. Or, and combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Proficient in grammar and writing skills. Must be punctual; yet flexible with full-time work hours. Must maintain a valid Florida driver's license and clear driving record. Successful completion of background check.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Due to complexity of work involved, a probationary period of at least six (6) months will be required before optimum efficiency and initiative may be expected of employee. Appointment will be solely on basis of clerical and administrative abilities. Employee must develop: thorough knowledge of ordinances, policies and procedures of the City; knowledge of legal requirements, organization, function of and activities of municipal government; knowledge of and adherence to the legal requirements of public notices and the Sunshine Law; and knowledge of procedures employed in City Elections. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees and the general public. Must be proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Office and related Office Suite products and Adobe software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to communicate orally and in writing, possess good eyesight (with or without correction), physical mobility (with our without hearing aid), and be able to withstand the pressure of coordinating schedules, projects and people in an atmosphere of constant change. Must be physically able to operate a variety of general office machinery and equipment including computers, typewriters, copiers, printers, facsimile machines, postage meters, etc. Must be able to exert up to 15 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 5 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods as may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in office environment, but may be required to work in outdoor events and environments.
(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)
ASSIGNED CITY VEHICLE:
May occasionally be required to drive a city vehicle in the performance of duties.
DATA CONCEPTION:
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or composite characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION:
Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments or directions from superiors.
LANGUAGE ABILITY:
Requires the ability to read a variety of reports, records, minutes, bills, timesheets, etc. Requires the ability to prepare agendas, minutes, purchase requests, reports, records, forms, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control and confidence.
INTELLIGENCE:
Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.
VERBAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English.
NUMERICAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; and use decimals and percentages. FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE:
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.
MOTOR COORDINATION:
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using office equipment.
MANUAL DEXTERITY:
Requires the ability to handle general office equipment. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
COLOR DISCRIMINATION:
Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.
INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT:
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:
Requires the ability to talk and hear: (Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words. Hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear.) Must be able to communicate via telephone.
OTHER:
It is understood that every individual duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employee, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.
NOTE:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (ie: emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, or technological development). Skills
KNOWLEDGE OF JOB:
Has general knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Has general knowledge of the organization and operation of the City. Has some knowledge of state sunshine and public records laws. Is skilled in the use of common office machines, including popular computer-driven word processing, spreadsheet and file maintenance programs. Is able to type accurately at a moderate rate of speed. Is able to maintain a variety of clerical records and to compile data from such records. Is able to exercise tact, courtesy, patience and discretion in frequent contact with the general public. Is able to establish and maintain effective impartial working relationships as necessitated by work assignments. QUALITY OF WORK:
Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts within department and division, and with co- workers and the general public.
QUANTITY OF WORK:
Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Specific Duties and Responsibilities."
DEPENDABILITY:
Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, City policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.
ATTENDANCE:
Attends work regularly and adheres to City policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time- off requests.
INITIATIVE AND ENTHUSIASM:
Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountability. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.
JUDGMENT:
Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.
COOPERATION:
Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with City policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons within the department.
RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS:
Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff for mutual and departmental benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all department employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staffers and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the general public so as to maintain good will toward the department and project a good departmental image. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the City. Interacts effectively with fellow employees, supervisor, professionals and the general public.
COORDINATION OF WORK:
Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Maintains a calendar for meetings, deadlines and events.
SAFETY AND HOUSEKEEPING:
Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the City and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly work place.
Health Care
Group Health/Dental/Vision Insurance: HMO and dependent coverage is available Life Insurance: One times employee's gross annual salary. Dependent coverage is available. Disability Insurance: Optional coverage available Cafeteria Plan: The City offers Flexible Savings Accounts for reimbursement of medical and day care expenses through "pre-tax" dollars. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Events and Fitness Classes On-The-Job Injury Benefits: Worker's Compensation and Supplemental Pay Benefits, when applicable Retirement
Pension: (General Employees) Mandatory participation. Defined benefit plan/Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension: (Sworn Police Personnel) Mandatory participation. Defined benefit plan/Florida Retirement System (FRS) Deferred Compensation: Optional employee contribution to IRA, and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans offered through Mission Square and Corbridge Financial. Work-Life Balance
Vacation: Two weeks per year; after five years, three weeks; after fifteen years, four weeks. Accumulation starts on date of hire. There is a six-month waiting period for using vacation time. Holidays: Paid holidays, employee's birthday, and two Floating/Personal Holidays Sick Leave: Ten days per year; after three years, 11 days; after five years, 12 days. Accumulation starts on date of hire. There is a three-month waiting period for using sick time. Additional Benefits
Student Loan Forgiveness: The U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program may forgive your student loan balance after making 120 qualifying payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. For additional information please visit Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Trust Fund: A trust fund set up by the City of North Miami to assist employees who are faces with unforeseen emergencies. Participation is on a volunteer basis. Reduced pricing for Transit and Tri-Rail Passes Legal benefits coverage available Free City Library Card Merit Increase: Full time employees are eligible for an annual merit increase. Salary: Paid on a weekly basis for the previous work week Direct Deposit Benefit Documents