HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem #02 - Discussion ItemHOMER E. WHITTAKER
P. O. Boa 260756, Pembroke Pines FL 33026 Phone (h) (954) 438-5654 (w) 305-416-2141
EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF LAW Coral Gables, Florida
JURIS DOCTOR DEGREE, December 1997
GLENDON COLLEGE, YORK UNIVERSITY Ontario, Canada
BACHELOR ofARTS, POLITICAL SCIENCE - MINOR in ECONOMICS
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Fall 1997 JUVENILE YOUTH CLINIC Miami, Florida
CERTIFIED LEGAL INTERN
Drafted motions and court orders; performed legal research and analysis;
and represented children within the court system.
Feb - Dec 1996 11TH CIRCUIT DADE COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT Miami, Florida
BAILIFF
Prepared the judge's daily calendar, maintained order in the court, and
performed other duties as assigned by the judge.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Nov 1983 - Feb 1996 CITY OF MIAMI
Miami, Florida
DEPARTMENT of COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Sep 1999 - present
CONTRACTS ANALYST
Utilize good judgment and computer skills to conduct on-going analyses and research of
current and projected social program projects; monitoring agencies' fiscal and
programmatic activities to ensure compliance of City of Miami sub-recepients with City
of Miami and Federal (H.U.D.) regulations.
DEPARTMENT of HUMAN RESOURCES May 1995 - Feb 1996
PERSONNEL OFFICER
Developed and executed recruitment programs, screened applications for entry-level,
competitive classifications; assisted in performing testing and validation procedures as
they related to the hiring process; also created job announcements.
FIRE RESCUE & INSPECTION SERVICES June 1984 - May 1995
SENIOR FIRE SAFETY SPECIALIST (Feb 1992 -May 1995)
Assisted in the training and supervision of 10 Fire Safety Specialists charged with
enforcing the City's fire and safety code requirements; tasks included using independent
judgment in conducting complex or technical field inspections of new construction or
existing buildings/premises; work also involved conducting field inspections to
ensure that approved plans complied with actual construction.
FIRE SAFETY SPECIALIST I (June 1987 - Feb 1992)
Inspected residential, commercial, and industrial installations and equipment in new and
existing buildings for compliance with national and/or state, and/or local fire and life
safety regulations. received and investigated complaints of fire hazards and alleged
violations of fire regulations. Obtained evidence of violations, secured warrants, and
assisted in the preparation of court cases for legal action.
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HOMER E. WHITTAKER
P. O. Box 260756, Pembroke Pines FL 33026 Phone (h) (954) 43&5654 (w) 305-416-2141
ZONING INSPECTOR (June 1984 - June 1987)
Provided information for, and responded to, complaints from the public regarding
zoning infractions. Conducted field inspections, monitored areas to ensure compliance
with zoning ordinances. Executed final inspections on new buildings and businesses.
Participated in the Neighborhood Improvement through the City's Code Enforcement
(N.LC.E.) program.
DEPARTMENT of COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Nov 1983 - June 1984
JOBS DEVELOPERVOCATIONAL COUNSELOR
Developed and maintained relationships with businesses in the Miami area, thus
developing job possibilities for City of Miami residents. Interviewed eligible applicants,
assessed their skills, and counseled and/or prepared them for the world of work, on a
one-to-one basis, and in seminar form. Monitored and followed up on the participants'
progress.
AFFILIATIONS AFSCME 1907, Executive Board Member 1988-1992
CITY of MIAMI CML SERVICE BOARD, Board Member 1988-1992
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