SPECIAL AGENT
State of Florida job in Tampa, FL
Working Title: SPECIAL AGENT Pay Plan: Career Service 71000264 Salary: 66,150.00 Total Compensation Estimator Tool SPECIAL AGENT INVESTIGATIONS AND FORENSIC SERVICES COMMAND
STATEWIDE
Open-Competitive Opportunity
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently seeking experienced Law Enforcement Investigators to fill multiple Special Agent positions throughout the state. To be considered as a potential applicant, you must meet the minimum requirement(s) listed below. Positions are available in Miami, Ft. Myers, Orlando, Tampa Bay, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee and Pensacola.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Special Agents are sworn law enforcement officers who assist the state's criminal justice community by providing a variety of services including:
* Identifying and investigating organized and multi-jurisdictional crimes;
* Apprehending fugitives;
* Collecting and disseminating criminal intelligence information;
* Investigating public corruption;
* Seizing illegally obtained assets;
* Dismantling criminal organizations;
* Assisting in locating missing persons; and
* Providing protective services to Florida's Governor and other dignitaries.
To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Four (4) years of sworn law enforcement experience, two of which must be investigative, and applicant must possess current law enforcement certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
* Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling;
* Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations;
* Ability to probe and obtain critical facts;
* Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
* Ability to communicate effectively;
* Ability to describe facts and events accurately;
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
* Ability to analyze and interpret data;
* Ability to effectively interview suspects, complainants, and witnesses; and
* Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.
BASE SALARY:
Persons selected will be hired at $66,150.00 and increases are granted based upon appropriations as determined by the Florida Legislature. The annual salary for this position in Monroe, Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach counties will be increased by $4,999.80.
Salary for the position will be commensurate with experience and training.
HOW YOU WILL GROW:
FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four fundamental values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.
OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:
Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE's pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
* Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
* HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
* $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
* Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
* Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
* Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
* Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.
ABOUT OUR AGENCY:
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide - either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.
HIRING PROCESS:
All successful applicants must pass a physical agility test consisting of a 1 ½ mile run, sit-ups and push-ups, as well as a drug screen, physical exam, electronic fingerprint submission and psychological evaluation to further determine suitability and compatibility to perform the basic job functions. Applicants will be evaluated based on their writing skills and ability to perform during an oral interview process. Persons selected must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license. A thorough background investigation will be conducted to include a financial credit check. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.
BACKGROUND:
FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant's immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.
NOTES:
Preference will be given to applicants who are certified in the state of Florida. Applicants must reside or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of an FDLE office at the time of employment. Information contained in responses to qualifying questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills or abilities must also be disclosed on the State of Florida application. Applicants will be required to sign an employment training reimbursement agreement.
REMINDERS:
* Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: *******************
* If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
SPECIAL AGENT
State of Florida job in Saint Petersburg, FL
Working Title: SPECIAL AGENT Pay Plan: Career Service 71000264 Salary: 66,150.00 Total Compensation Estimator Tool SPECIAL AGENT INVESTIGATIONS AND FORENSIC SERVICES COMMAND
STATEWIDE
Open-Competitive Opportunity
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently seeking experienced Law Enforcement Investigators to fill multiple Special Agent positions throughout the state. To be considered as a potential applicant, you must meet the minimum requirement(s) listed below. Positions are available in Miami, Ft. Myers, Orlando, Tampa Bay, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee and Pensacola.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Special Agents are sworn law enforcement officers who assist the state's criminal justice community by providing a variety of services including:
* Identifying and investigating organized and multi-jurisdictional crimes;
* Apprehending fugitives;
* Collecting and disseminating criminal intelligence information;
* Investigating public corruption;
* Seizing illegally obtained assets;
* Dismantling criminal organizations;
* Assisting in locating missing persons; and
* Providing protective services to Florida's Governor and other dignitaries.
To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Four (4) years of sworn law enforcement experience, two of which must be investigative, and applicant must possess current law enforcement certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
* Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling;
* Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations;
* Ability to probe and obtain critical facts;
* Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
* Ability to communicate effectively;
* Ability to describe facts and events accurately;
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
* Ability to analyze and interpret data;
* Ability to effectively interview suspects, complainants, and witnesses; and
* Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.
BASE SALARY:
Persons selected will be hired at $66,150.00 and increases are granted based upon appropriations as determined by the Florida Legislature. The annual salary for this position in Monroe, Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach counties will be increased by $4,999.80.
Salary for the position will be commensurate with experience and training.
HOW YOU WILL GROW:
FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four fundamental values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.
OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:
Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE's pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
* Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
* HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
* $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
* Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
* Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
* Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
* Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.
ABOUT OUR AGENCY:
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide - either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.
HIRING PROCESS:
All successful applicants must pass a physical agility test consisting of a 1 ½ mile run, sit-ups and push-ups, as well as a drug screen, physical exam, electronic fingerprint submission and psychological evaluation to further determine suitability and compatibility to perform the basic job functions. Applicants will be evaluated based on their writing skills and ability to perform during an oral interview process. Persons selected must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license. A thorough background investigation will be conducted to include a financial credit check. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.
BACKGROUND:
FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant's immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.
NOTES:
Preference will be given to applicants who are certified in the state of Florida. Applicants must reside or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of an FDLE office at the time of employment. Information contained in responses to qualifying questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills or abilities must also be disclosed on the State of Florida application. Applicants will be required to sign an employment training reimbursement agreement.
REMINDERS:
* Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: *******************
* If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
CHILD PROTECTIVE FIELD SUPPORT CONSULTAN - 60075453
State of Florida job in Tampa, FL
Working Title: CHILD PROTECTIVE FIELD SUPPORT CONSULTAN - 60075453 Pay Plan: Career Service 60075453 Salary: TBD per DCF Salary Policy Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Child Protective Field Support Consultant
Department of Children and Families
Suncoast Region
Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco Counties
Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
This is advanced professional work assessing and developing Child Protective Investigators (CPIs) to ensure possession of the appropriate level of professional competencies. This position will work in cooperation with CPI Supervisors and management in promoting the development of knowledge, skills, and their application for CPIs.
Observe and document investigator casework activities in providing protective investigations, assessment of service needs and referrals to service providers.
Reviews casework, assessments and safety plans with investigators, and provides consultation and direction to ensure appropriateness, clarity, quality, thoroughness and proper documentation.
Provides real-time support/guidance by scheduling field assessments (random and scheduled) during investigative activities conducted by CPIs to provide on-the-job training.
Assist in providing guidance to investigators by coaching, motivating, modeling and providing other mentoring initiatives.
Coach and assist CPIs with documenting aspects of investigations (i.e., chronological entry of case summaries), in which support was provided to investigators, by updating the appropriate information systems.
Observe, analyze, and evaluate individual CPI performance to determine their effectiveness and level of competency and provide recommendations to regional management regarding actions to improve performance.
Serves as member of leadership team responsible for developing system-based solutions to CPI training and development issues or concerns.
Based on field experience and observations, provide recommendations to the Department's Program Office on enhancements to both CPI pre-service and in-service training to ensure the development and maintenance of a comprehensive and relevant training curriculum.
Serves as a subject matter expert in child protective investigations.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agenices involved with child protective investigations such as community based providers, Children's Legal Services, law enforcement, medical personnel, schools, and other community/agency resources.
Ensures effective communication with deaf or hard-of hearing Customers or companions in accordance with the ADA and/or Section 504 and shall manage service records and report this data and any resources and/or training needs to their designated program point of contact.
Travel to observe field work or provide in-service or pre-service instruction is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of theories and practicein child protection. Knowledge of professional ethics relating to child protection and counseling.
Knowledge of family-centered interviewing and counseling techniques.
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Knowledge of interviewing and observation techniques.
Skill in considering child development in guiding placement of children.
Ability to recognize indicators of abuse and neglect.
Ability to conduct risk and safety investigations.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to understand and apply relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to actively listen to others. Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to maintain well-executed case files. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize computer systems.
Ability to write accurate investigative reports.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits.
For a more complete list of benefits, visit *****************************
Growth Opportunities:
With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development.
DCF is focused on investing in its world-class workforce!
Where you will work:
Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team!
About Department of Children and Families:
Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.
Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families.
Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve.
To learn more please visit ******************************
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
Mental Health New Patient/Insurance Coordinator
Largo, FL job
Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks
Competitive Compensation
Great Work Environment
Career Advancement Opportunities
New Patient Intake & Coordination
Respond to inquiries from prospective patients seeking mental health services.
Conduct initial intake calls to gather demographic, clinical, and scheduling information.
Assess the urgency and appropriateness of services requested and guide patients accordingly.
Schedule new patient appointments with appropriate providers based on clinical fit, availability, and insurance network status.
Insurance Verification & Eligibility
Verify mental/behavioral health insurance benefits before the first appointment.
Confirm patient eligibility, co-pays, deductibles, out-of-pocket maximums, and service limits.
Communicate benefit details to patients clearly, including potential out-of-pocket costs.
Contact insurance companies directly or use verification portals as needed.
Pre-Authorization and Documentation
Determine if prior authorization is required for services and obtain it when needed.
Collect and upload all required documents into the EHR (Electronic Health Record) system.
Maintain accurate records of insurance conversations, authorizations, and benefit summaries.
Interdepartmental Coordination
Work closely with billing, clinical, and administrative teams to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
Alert clinical staff to any coverage limitations or delays that may affect patient care.
Assist in transitioning new patients into ongoing care by tracking appointment follow-through and troubleshooting insurance issues.
ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST I - 60052598
State of Florida job in Sarasota, FL
Working Title: ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST I - 60052598 Pay Plan: Career Service 60052598 Salary: $1,392.96 bi-weekly, $36, 216.96 annually Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Eligibility Specialist
Department of Children and Families
Sarasota, Florida
Open Competitive
This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in Career Service.
Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy.
What you will do:
Families in need and in crisis require time sensitive actions from strong, compassionate individuals who are dedicated to assisting the vulnerable and promoting strong self-sufficient families. This demanding and challenging career could be your opportunity to help those in need make a better life for themselves and their families.
Every minute and every case processed count for those who are hungry, caring for others, in need of assistance to provide shelter for loved ones, or just need a helping hand, and your career choice could make a critical difference by making a tremendous impact on countless lives. If you are interested in making a difference, please join our TEAM!
How you will make an impact:
The primary function of an Eligibility Specialist involves determining the eligibility of applicants and recipients for government assistance programs. The work performed includes processing data from electronic sources and entering information into a computer-based eligibility system under state and federal requirements. Eligibility workers are expected to handle a high volume of work which is deadline driven. Workers must be able to prioritize, plan and project their work, while remaining flexible to frequent changes in the program policy and/or computer-based systems. The duties of a typical day are as follows:
* Interviewing applicants to obtain and verify information needed to determine eligibility for Food Assistance, Medicaid, and Cash Assistance.
* Learning numerous state and federal program regulations, through intensive training prior to full case assignment and then ongoing training thereafter. This work is driven by ongoing reliance on regulations.
* Instructing clients in completion of various forms, and reviewing the applications and forms submitted for completeness and accuracy.
* Determining program eligibility in accordance with current regulations using a computer-based eligibility system.
* Researching information provided by an applicant until satisfactory explanations regarding eligibility status is confirmed.
* Reporting cases where identity theft or fraud is suspected.
* Advising clients of deadlines, time frames, and necessary actions to be taken.
* Working with clients who may not take the necessary actions within the required time frame.
* Establishing and maintaining multiple electronic files and conducting regular reviews and updates.
* Documenting all communications and contacts with clients.
* Managing an electronic caseload that varies based on the community needs, ensuring that accuracy levels are maintained, and cases are processed within the specified time frames set by federal and state regulations.
* Computing and authorizing government assistance benefits based on financial and family status. Reviewing and explaining the monthly benefit amount to the customer.
* Staying current with changes in rules, laws, procedures, etc. that affect timeliness and accuracy.
* This position may require face-to-face contact with clients.
Qualifications:
* Two years or more of customer service, interviewing, recruiting, investigating, accounting, processing insurance policies or determining eligibility. OR Associate degree, or higher from an accredited college or university, OR 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours can substitute for the experience. (When applying please attach required education, certification, or licensure).
* Ability to attend an 8 - 12-week mandatory training course.
Additional Information/Requirements:
* All eligible candidates will be required to complete a skills assessment to include the following tests, which requires successful completion for advancement to the next step in the hiring process: Within 3 days of the link being sent by email, the assessment must be completed.
* Typing (TT) - A test of typing speed, measuring both speed and accuracy with a minimum 25 words per minute
* General Aptitude Mobile Evaluation (GAME) - A test to evaluate critical thinking, problem-solving ability, attention to detail and the ability to learn and apply new information.
* Computer Skills (CLIK) - A basic computer literacy test, assessing knowledge of internet browsers, email, chat, and word processing.
* Employee Personality Profile (EPP) - A test to assess personality traits.
* Hired candidates may be eligible for telework if they are employed with the department for a minimum of nine months, have completed training, and meet or exceed all performance expectations.
* Language proficiency may be considered in the selection process as determined by Agency needs at the time of selection.
* Incumbents may be expected to work during emergency situations or natural disasters.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Apply the laws, rules, and regulations governing eligibility and grant determination for multiple government assistance programs and the case administration of these programs.
* Ability to review images such as pictures or handwritten notes to make eligibility determinations based on the information provided. Documents provided by clients are uploaded electronically and converted into images for review and eligibility determination.
* Communicate with others to obtain and verify information concerning eligibility.
* Detect and evaluate potential fraudulent situations.
* Analyze and interpret written, numerical, and verbal data from various sources.
* Enter data accurately into a computerized system.
* Navigate through computer screens, complete, and review basic computer documents and other forms.
* Plan and organize caseload to ensure work is completed in accordance with regulations relating to eligibility and timeliness.
* Read, understand, apply complicated and detailed regulations, and policy directives.
* Perform a variety of mathematical computations accurately and rapidly.
* Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and staff.
* Use computers and related software packages.
* Follow written and oral directions and instructions.
Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.
* Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
* Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
* Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.
* It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history.
* If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at **************.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits.
For a more complete list of benefits, visit *****************************
Growth Opportunities:
With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development.
Where you will work:
Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team!
About Department of Children and Families:
Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.
Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families.
Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve.
To learn more please visit ******************************
* If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be suspended or voided, and you will be required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement.
* The position will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures.
* We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.
* Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required as a condition of employment per F.S. 110.113, and enrollment must be completed within the first 30 calendar days of your appointment.
SELECTIVE SERVICE: Male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the SSS website: *******************
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and, if applicable, Chapter 408, F.S. Employment may be terminated based on the background investigation results if the candidate begins employment before the background results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Department.
Background investigations shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and national criminal records check through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. Employees will be retained in state and national rap back program, providing real-time arrest hit notifications.
No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.
BENEFIT RECOVERY SCREENING Candidates applying to positions in the Economic Self-Sufficiency Program may have a Benefit Recovery check completed to validate current or former government assistance case information and check for outstanding overpayments before completing the hiring process.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 42001550
State of Florida job in Clearwater, FL
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 42001550 Pay Plan: Career Service 42001550 Salary: $48,000.16 Total Compensation Estimator Tool ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF AGRICULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
* OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY*
The position's headquarters are negotiable.
CONTACT:
Michael Walters, **************
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or
Six (6) months of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; or
One (1) year of experience in environmental protection, environmental regulation, or environmental health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or agriculture.
Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at "Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education." Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org)
* ATTENTION CANDIDATES*
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
* All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
* Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
* Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
The incumbent of this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36, FAC.
Must obtain restricted-use pesticide license within six months of initial employment and must maintain licensure thereafter. Will be subject to the requirements of the proper use of appropriate respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and must pass post-employment physical examinations to determine medical fitness for respirator and/or SCBA use.
This position's headquarters is negotiable. The territory will cover Gadsden, Liberty, and Franklin counties.
The selected candidate must reside in the negotiated headquarters county by the first day of employment, and throughout employment in this position.
Frequent travel required.
Must be able to work outside of normal working hours, including occasional weekends and/or holidays as directed.
Must be willing and able to be deployed from assigned headquarters for extended periods of time for incident response activities.
NOTES:
To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate's use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.
Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
Flextime schedule.
JOB DUTIES:
Schedule and conduct inspections and collect samples as directed. Perform these activities in order to determine compliance with Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C. Perform inspections and sample collections in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Conduct investigations in response to reports, complaints, violations or suspicious matters in order to collect, summarize and report evidence. Perform these activities in order to determine compliance with Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C. Perform investigations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Prepare and submit written and electronic reports in a timely manner as required for activities conducted. Prepare and submit reports in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Issue corrective notices as necessary in accordance with department policy.
Maintain knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations. Read and interpret pesticide labels, regulations and legal descriptions. Regularly review current versions of Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C.
Participate in coordinated enforcement activities involving other department employees and government agencies as directed. Participate in statewide enforcement operations as directed.
Serve as representative of the department in administrative hearings, court proceedings or meetings as necessary.
Participate in bureau and division meetings and training courses as required.
Participate in special projects and incident response activities, and perform other duties as requested.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
* Ability to communicate effectively.
* Ability to work independently.
* Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
* Ability to use personal computers.
* Ability to lift, maneuver and carry sixty (60) pounds.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
* Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
* Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
* State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
* Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit ***************
* Flexible Spending Accounts;
* Tuition waivers;
* And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit *****************************
For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the "Total Compensation Estimator Tool" located above under the "Posting Closing Date."
SPECIAL NOTES:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER - 80082499
State of Florida job in Lakeland, FL
Working Title: JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER - 80082499 Pay Plan: Career Service 80082499 Salary: $1,765.01 Bi-Weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool The Department of Juvenile Justice Salutes our heroes.
We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nation's veterans and their families.
We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses.
THIS POSITION IS A POOL ANNOUNCEMENT AND MULTIPLE
POSITIONS WILL BE FILLED FROM THIS ADVERTISMENT
LOCATION, CONTACT AND SALARY INFORMATION:
Location: Bartow, Lakeland Polk County,
Contact Person: Paul Sheffer, Chief Probation Officer **************
STARTING SALARY: $1,765.01 Bi-Weekly. (In accordance with the current spending restrictions, an internal promotion into this position will be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee's current rate, whichever is higher.)
DESCRIPTION:
This is work providing social services to assist in rehabilitation of juvenile law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Incumbents make recommendations for actions involving formulation of rehabilitation plan and treatment of offender, including conditional release and education and employment stipulations.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Case Management, Referrals, Recommendations and Assessment
Initiate contact with the youth, family, victims, and law enforcement when referrals are received by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (FDJJ). Conduct home and school visits as an integral part of the information gathering process and family involvement model.
Obtain and review collateral information such as abuse and neglect history, educational, mental health, substance use, gang related activity and other pertinent information from other agencies involved with the youth and/or family.
Conduct and document FDJJ screening(s), to identify the youth's risk and needs, protective factors and/or the need for further evaluations, including but not limited to detention screening, intake screening, Suicide Risk Screening Instrument, and any Department approved risk/needs screening and/or assessment instrument(s).
Formulate case management strategies based on assessments and/or information gathered to address the specific needs of the youth and family.
Make service referrals to the appropriate provider (s) and follow up actions needing to be taken.
Make supervision and treatment recommendations to the State Attorney and other judicial partners that allow the Department to provide the most appropriate services in the least intrusive manner.
Complete the screening instruments and reports used by the Department and/or the courts that include but are not limited to the following:
Detention Screening Risk Assessment (DRAI), Suicide Risk Screening Instrument (SRSI), Department approved risk/needs screening/assessment instrument(s) and case plan, Pre-Post Disposition Report, Adult Sentencing Summary Report, Progress (Status) Report, Electronic Commitment Packet, and Termination of Supervision.
Court Process
Acts as the DJJ representative during court hearings to support the Department's recommendation for the youth, family, and community.
Prepare and maintain current social histories, court reports, referral letters, and related correspondence.
Testify at hearings, when appropriate.
Prepare affidavits/petition for Violation of Probation for any violation that result in the filing of a delinquency petition.
Request hearings when appropriate.
Case Management, Interventions & Supervision
Complete a risk and needs assessment using the appropriate Department approved instrument(s) for all youth screened/supervised by the department.
Conduct face-to-face contacts in the home, school and varied community-based settings by interacting with the youth, family and community during non-traditional hours (weekends and evening hours) in addition to business hours.
Maintain communication based on departmental requirements for all stages of youth and family involvement; gain firsthand knowledge of where the youth resides, the family, the youth's immediate and extended environment by meeting in different locations, including the detention centers, schools, homes, out-of-home placements, place of employment, community sites, other agencies, treatment providers and offices.
Assist the youth with obtaining appropriate mental health, substance abuse evaluations based on administered assessments, and arrange for specialized testing and treatment, as needed.
Assist youth and family with school and after school enrollment; maintain school contact, verifying school attendance, academic performance, and behavior.
Provide crisis intervention; assist the youth and family in accessing crisis intervention services/resources by making necessary referrals and follow-up on actions taken.
Work with the youth to establish personal goals/ plans and provide ongoing support to help youth achieve their goals and maintain skills.
Discuss with youth and family projected timeframes for completion of goals, sanctions/conditions of supervision and anticipated date for termination of supervision based on progress and as ordered by the court.
Respond to concerns, needs, and risks as presented by youth, family, and the community by staffing cases, plans or violations with the unit supervisor in accordance with existing departmental policies, procedures, administrative rules, and FL statutes. Determine recommended handling of law violations and provide appropriate interventions when a youth violates the conditions of supervision based on the Effective Response Matrix and follow up on actions taken in response to a violation.
Conduct staffing when benchmarks occur, case milestones are achieved by the youth and or family or case is complex and in need of additional considerations (i.e. when youth is still securely detained a certain number of days pre-adjudication or post disposition, or beyond a timeframe identified in statute, when youth have completed all court ordered requirements and conditions of supervision, or violated supervision, and when transition and exit conferences are scheduled for a set number of days prior to the youth's release from residential commitment, complex cases).
Participate in transition and exit planning to finalize plans for the youth pending release from residential programs, which includes referrals for post-residential services to for mental health, substance abuse, education and workforce services.
Records Management
Enter into Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS) all case management activities, including risk/needs screening, assessment and case planning activities related to the youth and family during youth's involvement in the juvenile justice continuum.
Upload required forms/ documents into the Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS) case file to ensure accurate and timely entries, in accordance with administrative and JJIS business rules.
Community Collaboration
Ensure familiarity with community resources and provide input to circuit management on provider community-based service delivery issues and program developments, and provide input on grant related proposals, if requested.
Attend and participate in professional development trainings and meetings.
Follow all departmental policies, procedures and administrative rules.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of case management practices; of interviewing and counseling techniques.
Knowledge of computer programs.
Ability to make recommendations concerning the processing and handling of delinquent youth.
Ability to develop case plans; communicate effectively.
Ability to determine work priorities.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with community and judicial partners for the purpose of information sharing and collaboration to address community concerns, and promote safe and nurturing communities.
Ability to make independent decisions based on individual analysis, have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to conduct and document interviews.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Four years of experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice (e.g., law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole), social services (e.g., child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment).
A valid driver's license is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference may be given to candidates with a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile OR
An associate degree from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile and two years' experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice (e.g., law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole), social services (e.g., child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment).
Preference will be given to candidates who are certified State of Florida Juvenile Probation Officers, have experience as volunteers or interns with the Department of Juvenile Justice or social service agency programs, or with a concentration in the disciplines of social sciences and working with people such as social work, sociology, psychology and similar disciplines.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Juvenile Probation Officers are required to maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications throughout employment.
This position may require non-traditional hours, including weekend and evening hours when needed.
All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks, (state, local and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions.
DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility).
When identified on a position description, a valid driver's license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver's license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle.
Positions that include the transportation of youth while performing any work or work-related functions on behalf of DJJ, require: (1) a valid driver's license; and (2) a three-year acceptable driving record as defined in FDJJ Policy 1920.
Successful candidate must be certified in accordance with State of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice direct care training policy or obtain such certification within 180 days of employment. In order to obtain certification, the candidate must attend and successfully complete a mandatory residential training academy located in Quincy Florida. Such certification must be maintained.
For those candidates who are not currently in the state system as a direct care worker for DJJ at the time of application, the top-ranking candidate(s) after the interview phase will be required to take and pass Ergometric's IMPACT Assessment and Training Test in order to be considered for this direct-care employment opportunity. This test will be used to measure the candidate's overall suitability for working with Juvenile Justice involved youth. Test results will be used for a period of six months after initial testing for candidates who reapply during that period for another position for which testing is required.
985.66 Florida Statute Requirement
Be at least 19 years of age.
Be a high school graduate or its equivalent as determined by the department.
Not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person, who after September 30, 1999, pleads guilty or no lo contendere to or is found guilty of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement is not eligible for employment, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. Notwithstanding this subparagraph, any person who plead no lo contendere to a misdemeanor involving a false statement before October 1, 1999, and who has had such record of that plea sealed or expunged is not ineligible for employment for that reason.
Abide by all provisions of s. 985.644 (1), regarding fingerprinting and background investigations and other screening requirements for personnel.
Execute and submit to the department an affidavit-of-application form, adopted by the department, attesting to his or her compliance with sub paragraphs 1-4. The affidavit must be executed under oath and constitutes an official statement under s. 837.06. The affidavit must include conspicuous language that the intentional false execution of the affidavit constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree. The employing agency shall retain the affidavit.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
LAW CLERK INTERNSHIP
State of Florida job in Clearwater, FL
Working Title: Internship Salary: To Be Determined by the Agency Law Clerk Internship State of Florida Opportunities are located throughout Florida Internship Overview and Responsibilities:
The State of Florida is seeking motivated individuals to join our workforce. Our internship opportunities offer bright, highly motivated law school students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the operations of state government while obtaining valuable on-the-job training.
Law clerks will work on a broad range of assignments, including both transactional and litigation-related work. General duties include legal research and writing, discovery, and trial/hearing preparation. The ideal candidate would be a first, second- or third-year law student, possessing excellent research and writing skills, the ability to work efficiently and independently with a moderate amount of supervision, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. This is an ideal internship opportunity for those interested in public service after graduation or in fields related to administrative law, litigation or contracts.
Applications are accepted year-round. Internships may be paid or unpaid and there is no guarantee of employment. Agencies that have a current need for an intern will be reviewing applications to place qualified students within their respective agency.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
* Ability to work independently as well as with others.
* Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
* Ability to research and analyze laws and regulations.
* Ability to draft legal documents.
* Ability to think critically.
* Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.)
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in a juris doctor program or graduated within the last twelve months from an accredited college or university juris doctor degree program.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
IOP Mental Health Therapist
Largo, FL job
Job DescriptionBenefits:
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Now Hiring: IOP Therapist | $65,000 + Incentives & Benefits
Were seeking a dedicated and compassionate IOP Therapist to join our growing clinical team! This role is ideal for a licensed therapist who is passionate about providing high-quality, structured mental health care in an intensive outpatient setting.
Position Details:
Full-Time | $65,000 Annual Salary
Additional Incentives Available
Comprehensive Benefits Package (Health, PTO, CEUs, etc.)
Provide group and individual therapy in our IOP program
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, mission-driven environment
Requirements:
Active license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LPCC, or equivalent)
Experience in IOP or similar settings preferred
Strong clinical documentation and group facilitation skills
Commitment to evidence-based, client-centered care
Location: 1100 Clearwater Largo Rd. Largo, FL 33770
Schedule:9:00am to 5:00pm / Monday thru Friday
Why Join Us?
Supportive clinical leadership
Ongoing professional development
Growth opportunities within a dynamic organization
Apply now or send referrals to: *******************
Easy ApplyCHILD PROTECTIVE FIELD SUPPORT CONSULTAN - 60075446
State of Florida job in Sarasota, FL
Child Protective Field Support Consultant Department of Children and Families Suncoast Region Sarasota, Fl Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. WHAT YOU WILL DO This is advanced professional work assessing and developing Child Protective Investigators (CPIs) to ensure possession of the appropriate level of professional competencies. This position will work in cooperation with CPI Supervisors and management in promoting the development of knowledge, skills, and their application for CPIs.
Observe and document investigator casework activities in providing protective investigations, assessment of service needs and referrals to service providers.
Reviews casework, assessments and safety plans with investigators, and provides consultation and direction to ensure appropriateness, clarity, quality, thoroughness and proper documentation.
Provides real-time support/guidance by scheduling field assessments (random and scheduled) during investigative activities conducted by CPIs to provide on-the-job training.
Assist in providing guidance to investigators by coaching, motivating, modeling and providing other mentoring initiatives.
Coach and assist CPIs with documenting aspects of investigations (i.e., chronological entry of case summaries), in which support was provided to investigators, by updating the appropriate information systems.
Observe, analyze, and evaluate individual CPI performance to determine their effectiveness and level of competency and provide recommendations to regional management regarding actions to improve performance.
Serves as member of leadership team responsible for developing system-based solutions to CPI training and development issues or concerns.
Based on field experience and observations, provide recommendations to the Department's Program Office on enhancements to both CPI pre-service and in-service training to ensure the development and maintenance of a comprehensive and relevant training curriculum.
Serves as a subject matter expert in child protective investigations.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agenices involved with child protective investigations such as community based providers, Children's Legal Services, law enforcement, medical personnel, schools, and other community/agency resources.
Ensures effective communication with deaf or hard-of hearing Customers or companions in accordance with the ADA and/or Section 504 and shall manage service records and report this data and any resources and/or training needs to their designated program point of contact.
Travel to observe field work or provide in-service or pre-service instruction is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of theories and practicein child protection. Knowledge of professional ethics relating to child protection and counseling.
Knowledge of family-centered interviewing and counseling techniques.
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Knowledge of interviewing and observation techniques.
Skill in considering child development in guiding placement of children.
Ability to recognize indicators of abuse and neglect.
Ability to conduct risk and safety investigations.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to understand and apply relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to actively listen to others. Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to maintain well-executed case files. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize computer systems.
Ability to write accurate investigative reports.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits.
For a more complete list of benefits, visit *****************************
Growth Opportunities:
With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development.
DCF is focused on investing in its world-class workforce!
Where you will work:
Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team!
About Department of Children and Families:
Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.
Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families.
Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve.
To learn more please visit ******************************
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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 42001550
State of Florida job in Dover, FL
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 42001550 Pay Plan: Career Service 42001550 Salary: $48,000.16 Total Compensation Estimator Tool ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF AGRICULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
* OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY*
The position's headquarters are negotiable.
CONTACT:
Michael Walters, **************
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or
Six (6) months of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; or
One (1) year of experience in environmental protection, environmental regulation, or environmental health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or agriculture.
Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at "Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education." Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org)
* ATTENTION CANDIDATES*
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
* All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
* Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
* Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
The incumbent of this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36, FAC.
Must obtain restricted-use pesticide license within six months of initial employment and must maintain licensure thereafter. Will be subject to the requirements of the proper use of appropriate respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and must pass post-employment physical examinations to determine medical fitness for respirator and/or SCBA use.
This position's headquarters is negotiable. The territory will cover Gadsden, Liberty, and Franklin counties.
The selected candidate must reside in the negotiated headquarters county by the first day of employment, and throughout employment in this position.
Frequent travel required.
Must be able to work outside of normal working hours, including occasional weekends and/or holidays as directed.
Must be willing and able to be deployed from assigned headquarters for extended periods of time for incident response activities.
NOTES:
To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate's use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.
Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
Flextime schedule.
JOB DUTIES:
Schedule and conduct inspections and collect samples as directed. Perform these activities in order to determine compliance with Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C. Perform inspections and sample collections in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Conduct investigations in response to reports, complaints, violations or suspicious matters in order to collect, summarize and report evidence. Perform these activities in order to determine compliance with Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C. Perform investigations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Prepare and submit written and electronic reports in a timely manner as required for activities conducted. Prepare and submit reports in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Issue corrective notices as necessary in accordance with department policy.
Maintain knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations. Read and interpret pesticide labels, regulations and legal descriptions. Regularly review current versions of Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C.
Participate in coordinated enforcement activities involving other department employees and government agencies as directed. Participate in statewide enforcement operations as directed.
Serve as representative of the department in administrative hearings, court proceedings or meetings as necessary.
Participate in bureau and division meetings and training courses as required.
Participate in special projects and incident response activities, and perform other duties as requested.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
* Ability to communicate effectively.
* Ability to work independently.
* Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
* Ability to use personal computers.
* Ability to lift, maneuver and carry sixty (60) pounds.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
* Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
* Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
* State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
* Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit ***************
* Flexible Spending Accounts;
* Tuition waivers;
* And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit *****************************
For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the "Total Compensation Estimator Tool" located above under the "Posting Closing Date."
SPECIAL NOTES:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
LAW CLERK INTERNSHIP
State of Florida job in Saint Petersburg, FL
Working Title: Internship Salary: To Be Determined by the Agency Law Clerk Internship State of Florida Opportunities are located throughout Florida Internship Overview and Responsibilities:
The State of Florida is seeking motivated individuals to join our workforce. Our internship opportunities offer bright, highly motivated law school students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the operations of state government while obtaining valuable on-the-job training.
Law clerks will work on a broad range of assignments, including both transactional and litigation-related work. General duties include legal research and writing, discovery, and trial/hearing preparation. The ideal candidate would be a first, second- or third-year law student, possessing excellent research and writing skills, the ability to work efficiently and independently with a moderate amount of supervision, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. This is an ideal internship opportunity for those interested in public service after graduation or in fields related to administrative law, litigation or contracts.
Applications are accepted year-round. Internships may be paid or unpaid and there is no guarantee of employment. Agencies that have a current need for an intern will be reviewing applications to place qualified students within their respective agency.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
* Ability to work independently as well as with others.
* Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
* Ability to research and analyze laws and regulations.
* Ability to draft legal documents.
* Ability to think critically.
* Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.)
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in a juris doctor program or graduated within the last twelve months from an accredited college or university juris doctor degree program.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
SENIOR JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER - 80002526
State of Florida job in New Port Richey, FL
Working Title: SENIOR JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER - 80002526 Pay Plan: Career Service 80002526 Salary: $1,848.85 Bi-weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool The Department of Juvenile Justice Salutes our heroes.
We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nation's veterans and their families.
We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses.
THIS IS AN INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY
FOR CURRENT DJJ EMPLOYEES ONLY
LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
LOCATION: New Port Richey, Pasco County
CONTACT PERSON: Lisa Dotson **************
STARTING SALARY: $1,848.85 bi-weekly. (In accordance with the current spending restrictions, an internal promotion into this position will be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee's current rate, whichever is higher.)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Case Management, Referrals, Recommendations and Assessment
Initiate contact with the youth, family, victims, and law enforcement when referrals are received by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (FDJJ).
Conduct home and school visits as an integral part of the information collection/family involvement model.
Initiate contact with the victim when a referral is received by the FDJJ to obtain the victim's opinion regarding case handling and disposition.
Use Motivational Interviewing to engage the youth and family to determine the youth's social, developmental, emotional, financial and other needs.
Obtain and review collateral information such as abuse and neglect history, educational, mental health, substance use, gang related activity and other pertinent information from other agencies involved with the youth and family.
Conduct and document FDJJ screening(s) and assessments to identify the youth's risk and needs, protective factors and/or the need for further evaluations, including but not limited to detention and intake screening, Suicide Risk Screening Instrument, and any Department approved risk/needs screening and/or assessment instrument(s).
Facilitate the completion of comprehensive assessments, and if results indicate needed services refer the youth and family for services regardless of youth's legal status (e.g., intake status youth that may include diversion and civil citation).
Document all referrals for services regardless of youth's legal status and the youth or parent's acceptance or refusal of services.
Formulate case management strategies based on assessments and/or information gathered to address the specific needs of the youth and family.
Make service referrals to the appropriate provider (s) and follow up actions needing to be taken.
Make supervision and treatment recommendations to the State Attorney and other judicial partners that allow the Department to provide the most appropriate services in the least intrusive manner.
Discuss with the youth and family a safety plan that focuses on averting exposure to situations of risk, harm or injury to prevent victimization.
Complete the screening instruments and reports used by the Department and/or the courts that include but are not limited to the following:
Provide technical assistance and conduct case reviews with staff to determine applicable case management intervention strategies.
Detention Screening Risk Assessment (DRAI), Suicide Risk Screening Instrument (SRSI), Department approved risk/needs screening/assessment instrument(s) and case plan, Pre-Post Disposition Report, Adult Sentencing Summary Report, Progress (Status) Report, Electronic Commitment Packet, and Termination of Supervision.
Court Process
Act as the DJJ representative during court hearings in support of the Department's recommendation for the youth, family, and community.
Confer and advocate with attorneys (e.g., State Attorney, Public Defender, Youth's Private Counsel, DJJ General Counsel) on the Department's recommendations based on information gathered during the screening, assessment, intake and supervision process, which represents a balanced and restorative justice approach taking into consideration youth competency development, accountability to the victimized community and promoting public safety.
Prepare and maintain current social histories, court reports, referral letters, and related correspondence.
Explain court procedures to youth and their families.
Provide current information to the staff responsible for detention screening, detention reviews, and related court hearings.
Testify at hearings, when appropriate.
Prepare affidavits/petition for Violation of Probation for any violation that result in the filing of a delinquency petition.
Request hearings when appropriate.
Communicate and distribute the outcome of court proceedings to all affected parties (i.e., youth, family, supervisor, detention, residential, providers, schools, victims, etc.).
Notify circuit management on referrals to the Office of the General Counsel for resolution of problem court orders or proceedings.
Case Management, Interventions & Supervision
Complete a risk and needs assessment using the appropriate Department approved instrument(s) for all youth screened/supervised by the department. Prior to the development of or revisions to the case plan staff should negotiate, implement, and modify the plan based on input from the youth and family, and the risk and needs identified by the instrument in accordance with departmental rule/policy.
Conduct face-to-face contacts in the home, school and varied community-based settings by interacting with the youth, family and community during non-traditional hours (weekends and evening hours) in addition to business hours.
Initiate a face-to-face contact with the youth and family following court to conduct a preliminary review of the court order and to provide contact information for the JPO and/or program information to the youth and parent.
Maintain communication based on departmental requirements for all stages of youth and family involvement; gain firsthand knowledge of where the youth resides, the family, and the immediate and extended environment by meeting in various locations, including the home, detention centers, schools, out-of-home placements, places of employment, community sites, other agencies, treatment providers and/or offices.
Assist the youth with obtaining appropriate mental health, substance abuse evaluations based on administered assessments, and arrange for specialized testing and treatment, as needed.
Follow up with service provider(s) to ensure that assessments, evaluations and progress reports, written or verbal, are received on a regular basis, and follow-up with the youth and parent(s)/guardian(s) on any actions taken or issues communicated by the service provider.
Assist the youth and family with accessing community resources and services at an appropriate agency or placement resources, including intra-agency services, education and employment resources that will address youth and family needs.
Review written or verbal reports from collateral sources, such as educational institutions, employers, counselors, electronic databases, etc.
Assist with obtaining identification documents needed for employability skills training (Workforce Development) and employment, education, recreational activities, or child in care application.
Assist youth and family with school and after school enrollment; maintaining school contact, verifying school attendance, academic performance, and behavior.
Assist youth and family with enrollment in after school and weekend pro-social recreational activities.
Arrange for life skills groups, counseling, etc., as needed.
Confer with mental health practitioners, school personnel, public health specialists, law enforcement, adult corrections, child welfare and others to identify appropriate services and for the development of a youth specific supervision plan.
Provide crisis intervention; assist the youth and family in accessing crisis intervention services/resources by making necessary referrals and follow-up on actions taken.
Work with the youth to establish personal goals/ plans and provide ongoing support to help youth achieve their goals and maintain skills.
Assist youth, family and/or facilities with the planning and coordination of transportation of youth and family to and from detention centers, court, school, after school programs/activities, residential programs, homes and other community-based appointments.
Discuss with youth and family projected timeframes for completion of goals, sanctions/conditions of supervision and anticipated date for termination of supervision based on progress and as ordered by the court.
Monitor a specialized client caseload as assigned and refer for services, provide direct services and/or supervision, participate in all case related staffing's, document all case work in JJIS, and prepare required reports for the other involved agencies and/or the court as required.
Respond to concerns, needs, and risks as presented by youth, family, and the community by staffing cases, plans or violations with the unit supervisor in accordance with existing departmental policies, procedures, administrative rules, and FL statutes. Enlist concerned parties in a team conferencing approach to provide input on interventions and revisions to supervision plans.
Determine recommended handling of law violations and provide appropriate interventions when a youth violates the conditions of supervision based on the Effective Response Matrix and follow up on actions taken in response to a violation.
Conduct staffing when benchmarks occur, case milestones are achieved by the youth and or family or case is complex and in need of additional considerations (i.e. when youth is still securely detained a certain number of days pre-adjudication or post disposition, or beyond a timeframe identified in statute, when youth have completed all court ordered requirements and conditions of supervision, or violated supervision, and when transition and exit conferences are scheduled for a set number of days prior to the youth's release from residential commitment, complex cases).
Prepare case transfer or progress summaries within required timeframes as defined by administrative rule.
Participate in transition and exit planning to finalize plans for the youth pending release from residential programs, which includes referrals for post-residential services to for mental health, substance abuse, education and workforce services.
Provide the youth and family with needed support to ensure best outcomes are achieved prior to Department's involvement being terminated.
Provide technical assistance and conduct case reviews with staff to determine appropriate case management intervention strategies.
Records Management
Enter into Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS) all case management activities, including risk/needs screening, assessment and case planning related to the youth and family during youth's involvement in the juvenile justice continuum.
Upload required forms/ documents into the Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS) case file to ensure accurate and timely entries, in accordance with administrative and JJIS business rules.
Organize and maintain hard copy or electronic (JJIS Case Notebook Module) records to ensure inclusion of all required case file document.
Review referral history and other JJIS data for accuracy and conduct data collection for statistical purposes within established rules.
Obtain and maintain in JJIS the youth's photograph with updated images.
Conduct case reviews in JJIS, review for accuracy of data entries by staff, and when necessary correct data to reflect applicable JJIS data entry guidelines.
Act as the liaison to the Circuit Data Integrity Officer (DIO) on JJIS related issues as directed and approved.
Community Collaboration
Provide contact information for community-based service providers in response to inquiries from non-involved youth and families that may address the family's issues.
Meet and maintain communication with schools, teachers, law enforcement, care providers, and other agencies and organizations for the purpose of information sharing and collaboration to address community concerns and promote safe and nurturing communities.
Provide input to circuit management on provider community-based service delivery issues that may assist on with grant proposals or community-based program development and be knowledgeable of community-based resources.
Ensure familiarity with community resources.
Cultivate restorative justice community service work sites, schedule work crews, and supervise youth participating in group work projects, as needed.
Act as a liaison with co-workers, community organizations, agency partners, and the court in a capacity defined by the Department.
Special Assignments and Training
Attend and participate in professional development trainings and meetings.
Participate in informal and formal supervision case audit reviews and annual performance reviews.
Participate in committees and workgroups to develop policies and procedure or other task as assigned.
Speak to community groups or external parties and explain DJJ functions as directed and approved.
Serve on committees and workgroups in the community and within the department and offer input on projects, policies, procedures, rules and training as directed and approved.
Train and/or oversee interns, volunteers and/or students, as directed and approved.
Participate in special projects, as needed.
Provide assistance to other staff when language interpretation is needed.
Follow all departmental policies, procedures and administrative rules.
Provide presentations/training to other staff, community organizations and partnering agencies as directed and approved.
Assume supervisory functions as directed or in the absence of the Juvenile Probation Officer Supervisor.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of case management practices.
Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques.
Ability to provide counseling and guidance to others.
Ability to conduct and document fact-finding interviews.
Ability to make recommendations concerning the processing, handling and disposition of delinquent youth.
Ability to develop case plans. Ability to coordinate case assignments for multi-problem clients.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to supervise, lead and motivate people.
Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
Ability to actively listen to others.
Ability to understand, apply and explain applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, community/judicial partners, and act as a liaison to those entities in a capacity defined by the department.
Ability to incorporate safe work practices with each task performed and actively participates in initiatives designed to promote a safe work environment.
Ability to maintain a professional, safe and helpful work environment.
Ability to make independent decisions based on individual analysis, have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to conduct and document interviews.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Four years of experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice (e.g., law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole), social services (e.g., child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment).
A valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference may be given to candidates with a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile OR
An associate degree from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile and two years' experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice (e.g., law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole), social services (e.g., child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment).
One year of experience working with youth.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Senior Juvenile Probation Officers must maintain CPR & First Aid certifications throughout employment.
This position may require non-traditional hours, including weekend and evening hours when needed.
All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks (state, local, and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions.
DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility).
When identified on a position description, a valid driver's license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver's license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle.
Positions that include the transportation of youth while performing any work or work-related functions on behalf of DJJ require: (1) a valid driver's license; and (2) a three-year acceptable driving record as defined in FDJJ Policy 1920.
Successful candidate must be certified in accordance with State of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice direct care training policy or obtain such certification within 180 days of employment. In order to obtain certification, the candidate must attend and successfully complete a mandatory residential training academy located in Quincy, Florida. Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
For those candidates who are not currently in the state system as a direct care worker for DJJ at the time of application, the top-ranking candidate(s) after the interview phase will be required to take and pass Ergometric's IMPACT Assessment and Training Test to be considered for this direct-care employment opportunity. This test will be used to measure the candidate's overall suitability for working with juvenile justice involved youth. Test results will be used for a period of six months after initial testing for candidates who reapply during that period for another position for which testing is required.
985.66 Florida Statute Requirements:
Be at least 19 years of age.
Be a high school graduate or its equivalent as determined by the department.
Not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person, who after September 30, 1999, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement is not eligible for employment, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. Notwithstanding this subparagraph, any person who pled nolo contendere to a misdemeanor involving a false statement before October 1, 1999, and who has had such record of that plea sealed or expunged is not ineligible for employment for that reason.
Abide by all provisions of s. 985.644 (1), regarding fingerprinting and background investigations and other screening requirements for personnel.
Execute and submit to the Department an affidavit-of-application form, adopted by the Department, attesting to his or her compliance with subparagraphs 1-4. The affidavit must be executed under oath and constitutes an official statement under s. 837.06. The affidavit must include conspicuous language that the intentional false execution of the affidavit constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree. The employing agency shall retain the affidavit.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
SPECIAL AGENT
State of Florida job in Ellenton, FL
Working Title: SPECIAL AGENT Pay Plan: Career Service 71000264 Salary: 66,150.00 Total Compensation Estimator Tool SPECIAL AGENT INVESTIGATIONS AND FORENSIC SERVICES COMMAND
STATEWIDE
Open-Competitive Opportunity
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently seeking experienced Law Enforcement Investigators to fill multiple Special Agent positions throughout the state. To be considered as a potential applicant, you must meet the minimum requirement(s) listed below. Positions are available in Miami, Ft. Myers, Orlando, Tampa Bay, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee and Pensacola.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Special Agents are sworn law enforcement officers who assist the state's criminal justice community by providing a variety of services including:
* Identifying and investigating organized and multi-jurisdictional crimes;
* Apprehending fugitives;
* Collecting and disseminating criminal intelligence information;
* Investigating public corruption;
* Seizing illegally obtained assets;
* Dismantling criminal organizations;
* Assisting in locating missing persons; and
* Providing protective services to Florida's Governor and other dignitaries.
To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Four (4) years of sworn law enforcement experience, two of which must be investigative, and applicant must possess current law enforcement certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
* Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling;
* Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations;
* Ability to probe and obtain critical facts;
* Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
* Ability to communicate effectively;
* Ability to describe facts and events accurately;
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
* Ability to analyze and interpret data;
* Ability to effectively interview suspects, complainants, and witnesses; and
* Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.
BASE SALARY:
Persons selected will be hired at $66,150.00 and increases are granted based upon appropriations as determined by the Florida Legislature. The annual salary for this position in Monroe, Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach counties will be increased by $4,999.80.
Salary for the position will be commensurate with experience and training.
HOW YOU WILL GROW:
FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four fundamental values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.
OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:
Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE's pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
* Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
* HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
* $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
* Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
* Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
* Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
* Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.
ABOUT OUR AGENCY:
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide - either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.
HIRING PROCESS:
All successful applicants must pass a physical agility test consisting of a 1 ½ mile run, sit-ups and push-ups, as well as a drug screen, physical exam, electronic fingerprint submission and psychological evaluation to further determine suitability and compatibility to perform the basic job functions. Applicants will be evaluated based on their writing skills and ability to perform during an oral interview process. Persons selected must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license. A thorough background investigation will be conducted to include a financial credit check. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.
BACKGROUND:
FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant's immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.
NOTES:
Preference will be given to applicants who are certified in the state of Florida. Applicants must reside or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of an FDLE office at the time of employment. Information contained in responses to qualifying questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills or abilities must also be disclosed on the State of Florida application. Applicants will be required to sign an employment training reimbursement agreement.
REMINDERS:
* Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: *******************
* If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
CHILD PROTECTIVE FIELD SUPPORT CONSULTAN - 60073858
State of Florida job in Sarasota, FL
Working Title: CHILD PROTECTIVE FIELD SUPPORT CONSULTAN - 60073858 Pay Plan: Career Service 60073858 Salary: Per DCF Salary Policy Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Child Protective Field Support Consultant
Pre-Service Training
Department of Children and Families
Suncoast Region
Sarasota, FL
Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
This is advanced professional work assessing and developing Child Protective Investigators (CPIs) to ensure possession of the appropriate level of professional competencies. This position will work in cooperation with CPI Supervisors and management in promoting the development of knowledge, skills, and their application for CPIs.
Observe and document investigator casework activities in providing protective investigations, assessment of service needs and referrals to service providers.
Reviews casework, assessments and safety plans with investigators, and provides consultation and direction to ensure appropriateness, clarity, quality, thoroughness and proper documentation.
Provides real-time support/guidance by scheduling field assessments (random and scheduled) during investigative activities conducted by CPIs to provide on-the-job training.
Assist in providing guidance to investigators by coaching, motivating, modeling and providing other mentoring initiatives.
Coach and assist CPIs with documenting aspects of investigations (i.e., chronological entry of case summaries), in which support was provided to investigators, by updating the appropriate information systems.
Observe, analyze, and evaluate individual CPI performance to determine their effectiveness and level of competency and provide recommendations to regional management regarding actions to improve performance.
Serves as member of leadership team responsible for developing system-based solutions to CPI training and development issues or concerns.
Based on field experience and observations, provide recommendations to the Department's Program Office on enhancements to both CPI pre-service and in-service training to ensure the development and maintenance of a comprehensive and relevant training curriculum.
Serves as a subject matter expert in child protective investigations.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agenices involved with child protective investigations such as community based providers, Children's Legal Services, law enforcement, medical personnel, schools, and other community/agency resources.
Ensures effective communication with deaf or hard-of hearing Customers or companions in accordance with the ADA and/or Section 504 and shall manage service records and report this data and any resources and/or training needs to their designated program point of contact.
Travel to observe field work or provide in-service or pre-service instruction is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of theories and practicein child protection. Knowledge of professional ethics relating to child protection and counseling.
Knowledge of family-centered interviewing and counseling techniques.
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Knowledge of interviewing and observation techniques.
Skill in considering child development in guiding placement of children.
Ability to recognize indicators of abuse and neglect.
Ability to conduct risk and safety investigations.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to understand and apply relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to actively listen to others. Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to maintain well-executed case files. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize computer systems.
Ability to write accurate investigative reports.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits.
For a more complete list of benefits, visit *****************************
Growth Opportunities:
With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development.
DCF is focused on investing in its world-class workforce!
Where you will work:
Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team!
About Department of Children and Families:
Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.
Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families.
Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve.
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The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 42001550
State of Florida job in Brooksville, FL
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 42001550 Pay Plan: Career Service 42001550 Salary: $48,000.16 Total Compensation Estimator Tool ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF AGRICULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
* OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY*
The position's headquarters are negotiable.
CONTACT:
Michael Walters, **************
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or
Six (6) months of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; or
One (1) year of experience in environmental protection, environmental regulation, or environmental health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or agriculture.
Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at "Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education." Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org)
* ATTENTION CANDIDATES*
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
* All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
* Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
* Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
The incumbent of this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36, FAC.
Must obtain restricted-use pesticide license within six months of initial employment and must maintain licensure thereafter. Will be subject to the requirements of the proper use of appropriate respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and must pass post-employment physical examinations to determine medical fitness for respirator and/or SCBA use.
This position's headquarters is negotiable. The territory will cover Gadsden, Liberty, and Franklin counties.
The selected candidate must reside in the negotiated headquarters county by the first day of employment, and throughout employment in this position.
Frequent travel required.
Must be able to work outside of normal working hours, including occasional weekends and/or holidays as directed.
Must be willing and able to be deployed from assigned headquarters for extended periods of time for incident response activities.
NOTES:
To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate's use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.
Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
Flextime schedule.
JOB DUTIES:
Schedule and conduct inspections and collect samples as directed. Perform these activities in order to determine compliance with Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C. Perform inspections and sample collections in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Conduct investigations in response to reports, complaints, violations or suspicious matters in order to collect, summarize and report evidence. Perform these activities in order to determine compliance with Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C. Perform investigations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Prepare and submit written and electronic reports in a timely manner as required for activities conducted. Prepare and submit reports in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Issue corrective notices as necessary in accordance with department policy.
Maintain knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations. Read and interpret pesticide labels, regulations and legal descriptions. Regularly review current versions of Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C.
Participate in coordinated enforcement activities involving other department employees and government agencies as directed. Participate in statewide enforcement operations as directed.
Serve as representative of the department in administrative hearings, court proceedings or meetings as necessary.
Participate in bureau and division meetings and training courses as required.
Participate in special projects and incident response activities, and perform other duties as requested.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
* Ability to communicate effectively.
* Ability to work independently.
* Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
* Ability to use personal computers.
* Ability to lift, maneuver and carry sixty (60) pounds.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
* Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
* Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
* State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
* Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit ***************
* Flexible Spending Accounts;
* Tuition waivers;
* And more!
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For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the "Total Compensation Estimator Tool" located above under the "Posting Closing Date."
SPECIAL NOTES:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
LAW CLERK INTERNSHIP
State of Florida job in Lakeland, FL
Working Title: Internship Salary: To Be Determined by the Agency Law Clerk Internship State of Florida Opportunities are located throughout Florida Internship Overview and Responsibilities:
The State of Florida is seeking motivated individuals to join our workforce. Our internship opportunities offer bright, highly motivated law school students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the operations of state government while obtaining valuable on-the-job training.
Law clerks will work on a broad range of assignments, including both transactional and litigation-related work. General duties include legal research and writing, discovery, and trial/hearing preparation. The ideal candidate would be a first, second- or third-year law student, possessing excellent research and writing skills, the ability to work efficiently and independently with a moderate amount of supervision, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. This is an ideal internship opportunity for those interested in public service after graduation or in fields related to administrative law, litigation or contracts.
Applications are accepted year-round. Internships may be paid or unpaid and there is no guarantee of employment. Agencies that have a current need for an intern will be reviewing applications to place qualified students within their respective agency.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
* Ability to work independently as well as with others.
* Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
* Ability to research and analyze laws and regulations.
* Ability to draft legal documents.
* Ability to think critically.
* Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.)
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in a juris doctor program or graduated within the last twelve months from an accredited college or university juris doctor degree program.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER SUPV - SES - 80002618
State of Florida job in Bartow, FL
Working Title: JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER SUPV - SES - 80002618 Pay Plan: SES 80002618 Salary: $1,936.22 Bi-Weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool The Department of Juvenile Justice Salutes our heroes.
We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nation's veterans and their families.
We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses.
THIS IS AN INTERANAL AGENCY PROMOTIONAL
OPPORTUNITY FOR CURRENT DJJ EMPLOYEES ONLY
LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
LOCATION: Polk County
CONTACT PERSON: Paul Sheffer, Chief Probation Officer **************
STARTING SALARY: $1,936.22 Bi-Weekly. (In accordance with the current spending restrictions, an internal promotion into this position will be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee's current rate, whichever is higher.)
DESCRIPTION
This is work providing social services to assist in rehabilitation of juvenile law offenders in custody or on probation. Incumbents make recommendations for actions involving formulation of rehabilitation plan and treatment of offender, including conditional release and education and employment stipulations.
This occupation will be responsible for coordinating work and supervising employees, assigning work, reviewing progress and assessing performance.
Incumbent of position supervises employees, spends the majority of time communicating with, motivating, training and evaluating employees, planning and directing employees' work.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Case Management/ Reviews Screening & Intake Process
Assign tasks to staff based on an inquiry from youth, family, victims, law enforcement, the courts, or from department staff, as needed.
Assign cases to staff when referrals are received by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (FDJJ).
Conduct case reviews to ensure home and school visits are an integral part of the assigned case activities for gathering information and engaging the family.
Initiate contact with the youth, family, victim and law enforcement regarding case handling and disposition, when necessary.
Use Motivational Interviewing to engage the youth, family and staff to determine needs.
Review cases within the timelines and method defined by policy, procedures and administrative rules to ensure collateral information such as abuse and neglect history, educational, mental health, substance use, gang related activity and other pertinent information from other agencies involved with the youth and family has been gathered, and the identified needs have been addressed by assigned staff.
Review documentation of detention screening, intake screening, and risk and needs assessments [e.g., Suicide Risk Screening Instrument, and Department approved risk/needs screening/assessment instrument(s)] to ensure the proper administration of the instruments, which will identify the youth's risk/protective factors and the need for further assessments or evaluations.
Facilitate the completion of any assessments and evaluations, and if results indicate the need for services ensure staff have referred the youth and family for services regardless of the youth's legal status, e.g., intake status youth that may include diversion and civil citation and assist staff that encounter difficulty accessing services and resources, or if the youth or family has refused services.
Formulate case management strategies with assigned staff based on assessments and/or information that will address the youth's specific needs.
Ensure service referrals were made to the appropriate provider and follow-up actions were taken by assigned staff.
Approve supervision and treatment recommendations to the State Attorney and other judicial partners that allow the Department to provide the most appropriate services in the least intrusive manner.
Confirm that assigned staff discussed with the youth and family a safety plan that will focus on averting exposure to situations of risk, harm or injury to prevent victimization.
Review and/or approve screening instruments and reports used by the Department and/or the courts that include but are not limited to the following.
Detention Screening Risk Assessment DRAI, Suicide Risk Screening Instrument SRSI, Department approved risk/needs screening/assessment instrument ad case plan, Pre-Post Disposition Report, Adult Sentencing Summary Report, Progress Status Report, Electronic Commitment Packet, and Termination of Supervision
Provide technical assistance and conduct case reviews with staff to determine applicable case management intervention strategies.
Case Management/ Reviews Court Process
Acts as the DJJ representative during court hearings in support of the Department's recommendation for the youth, family, and community by testifying to the court, as necessary.
Confer with assigned staff to ensure the Department's recommendations are based on information gathered during the screening, assessment, intake and supervision process that represents a balanced and restorative justice approach, taking into consideration youth competency development, accountability to the victimized community and promoting public safety.
Certify that case files reflect current social histories, court reports, referral letters, and correspondence, and that staff is familiar with the contents of those documents and able to present relevant information to the court.
Provide current information policy & procedures to staff responsible for detention screening, detention reviews, and related court hearings, and share related information with the youth and family.
Review court dockets to confirm the department is represented at hearings. Ensure all necessary parties are informed of hearing and when cases need to be placed on a docket. Follow-up with staff to monitor the status of that request as appropriate.
Communicate the outcome of court proceedings to all affected parties i.e., youth, family, supervisor, detention, residential, providers, schools, victims, etc. in the absence of the assigned staff or when further clarification is requested by those parties.
Submit to the Chief Probation Officer or designee any requests to the Office of the General Counsel for assistance with resolution of problem court orders or proceedings.
Case Management/ Reviews Supervision Processes
Conduct a case review to certify staff completed the appropriate Department approved screening/assessment instruments to determine the risk and needs for all youth screened/supervised by the department.
Ensure that prior to the development of or revisions to a case plan that staff are negotiating, implementing, and modifying the plan based on input from the youth/family, and the risk and needs identified by the Department approved risk/needs instruments are in accordance with departmental rule/policy.
Certify that staff conducted face-to-face contacts in the home, school and varied community-based settings with the youth, family and community during non-traditional hours weekends and evening hours in addition to business hours.
Verify that staff initiates a face-to-face contact with the youth and family following court to conduct a preliminary review of the court order and provide the youth and family with the contact information on the assigned staff or program.
Maintain communication with assigned staff to confirm adherence to departmental requirements for interventions during all stages of youth and family involvement with the department e.g., meeting in the detention centers, schools, homes, and out-of-home placements, place of employment, community sites, other agencies and treatment providers and/or offices.
Ensure staff has assisted the youth and family with obtaining appropriate mental health, substance abuse evaluations based on administered assessments, and arranged for specialized testing and treatment, as needed.
Verify that staff followed-up with service providers, youth and family on assessments, evaluations and progress reports written or verbal, and have taken action on any issues communicated by the service providers.
Verify assigned staff has assisted the youth and family with accessing community resources and services at an appropriate agency or placement resources, including intra-agency services, education and employment resources to address youth and family needs. Verification of this assistance includes, but is not limited to the following.
Obtaining youth identification documents for employability skills training Workforce Development, employment, education, recreational activities, or child in care application.
Assisting youth and family with school and afterschool enrollment; maintaining school contact, verifying school attendance, academic performance, and behavior.
Assisting youth and family with enrollment in after school and weekend pro-social recreational activities.
Arranging for life skills groups, counseling, etc., as needed.
Review written or verbal reports from collateral sources, such as educational institutions, employers, counselors, electronic databases, etc.
Participate in case staffing with assigned staff and mental health practitioners, school personnel, public health specialists, law enforcement, adult corrections, child welfare and others to identify appropriate services and a youth specific supervision plan.
Ensure assigned staff provide crisis intervention by assisting the youth and family in accessing crisis intervention services/resources and making necessary referrals and follow-up on actions taken.
Work with assigned staff to verify personal goals/plans have been developed with the youth and ongoing support has been provided that will help youth achieve their goals and maintain skills.
Confirm youth, family and/or facilities have been contacted by the assigned staff and the planning and coordination of transportation of youth and family to and from detention centers, court, school, after school programs/activities, residential programs, homes and other community-based appointments has been arranged, as needed.
Conduct case reviews to ensure assigned staff discussed with youth and family projected timeframes for completion of goals, sanctions/conditions of supervision and anticipated date for termination of supervision based on progress, and as ordered by the court.
Assign and monitor specialized caseloads and verify that assigned staff provide services, supervision, participate in all case related staffing, document case work in JJIS, and prepare required reports for the other agencies involved with specialized cases, and/or the court as required.
Respond to case specific concerns, needs, and risks as presented by staff during case staffing related to court recommendations, supervision planning, effective responses to violations (technical & new law violations), and transition planning that is in accordance with existing departmental policies, procedures, administrative rules, and FL statutes. Enlist concerned parties in a team conferencing approach to provide input on interventions and revisions to supervision plans.
Discuss with assigned staff the recommendation for handling law violations and appropriate interventions based on the Effective Response Matrix, when a youth violates the conditions of supervision, and what follow-up actions must be taken in response to a violation.
Conduct staffings with assigned staff when case benchmarks occur, milestones are achieved by the youth and family, factors need to be considered prior to case recommendations/ management i.e. when youth is still securely detained a certain number of days pre-adjudication or post disposition, or beyond a timeframe identified in statute, a violation of court order or supervision has occurred, transition and exit conferences are scheduled a set number of days prior to a youth's release from a residential commitment, all court ordered requirements and conditions of supervision have been completed, handling of complex cases, crossover cases with other agencies, and human trafficking, etc.
Ensure case transfer or progress summaries are completed within required timeframes as defined by administrative rule.
Case reviews must include an assessment of the assigned staff preparation of transition and exit planning for a youth pending release from a residential program to ensure the plan is finalized prior to release. Actions must include referrals for post-residential services for mental health, substance abuse, education and workforce services.
Provide staff, youth and the family with needed support to ensure best outcomes are achieved prior to the Department's involvement being terminated.
Provide technical assistance and conduct case reviews with staff to determine appropriate case management intervention strategies.
Records Management
Conduct case reviews within the Juvenile Justice Information System JJIS according to policy, procedures and rules to ensure all case related activities are provided and documented for youth involved in the juvenile justice continuum.
Review JJIS for accuracy of data entries by staff, and when necessary correct data according to applicable JJIS data entry guidelines.
Review referral history and conduct data collection for statistical purposes within established rules.
Check that assigned staff obtain and maintain the youth's photograph with updated images in JJIS.
Assess that assigned staff upload and record any required forms/ documentation into the Juvenile Justice Information System JJIS on case file activities with timely entries, in accordance with administrative and JJIS business rules.
Upload and record any forms/documentation required of supervisors into the Juvenile Justice Information System JJIS on case file activities with timely entries, in accordance with administrative and JJIS business rules.
Verify hard copy and electronic JJIS Case Notebook Module are maintained and contain all required case file document.
Provide contact information for community-based service providers in response to inquiries from non-involved youth and families that may address the family's issues.
Meet and maintain communication with schools, teachers, law enforcement, care providers, and other agencies and organizations for the purpose of information sharing and collaboration to address community concerns and promote safe and nurturing communities.
Provide input to circuit management on provider community-based service delivery issues/ program development and provide input for potential grant proposals based on knowledge of community resources.
Cultivate restorative justice community service work sites and identity resources that support youth participation in group work projects.
Assess that assigned staff are familiar with community resources and are knowledgeable on how to access those resources.
Act as a liaison to department, provider staff, community organization/agency partners, and the court.
Supervision of Employees, Special Assignments and Training
Attend and participate in professional development trainings and meetings.
Facilitate the process to identify and develop a cadre of staff to deliver group facilitated training, develop training plan to maintain fidelity of the model during delivery.
Participate in informal and/or formal case review audits as required.
Participate in community/ departmental committees, workgroups, special projects and pilots as assigned.
Provide leadership on initiatives and offer input and review policies, procedures, rules, protocols, and training curriculum as assigned.
Speak to community groups or external parties and explain DJJ functions.
Provide presentations/training to other staff, community organizations and partnering agencies, as needed.
Participate on committees and community-based organizations and agency workgroups.
Participate in special projects, as directed.
Secure resources for interpreter assistance for staff on case related activities, when the need is identified.
Train and/or supervise staff, interns, volunteers and/or students, as directed and approved.
Provide oversight for tracking pre-service and in-service training according to policy and procedures.
Develop annual performance measures and review as required by policy and procedures.
Supervise, approve and maintain workloads, schedules, deadlines and work objectives for staff; expected to work with employees to identify flexible schedules that include non-traditional hours.
Complete administrative personnel assignments related to hiring, transfers, promotions, disciplinary action and related People First requirements.
Ensure reportable incidents are reported in the manner and timeframe dictated by policy and rule.
Complete administrative fiscal and general services assignments as directed (i.e., travel, purchasing, leases, property inventory, etc.)
Provide leadership on initiatives and participate in pilot projects upon request.
Act as a conduit for communication of initiatives instituted by the Department to direct care staff and keep staff informed of the mission, vision and goals of the FDJJ.
Act as a conduit for communication from direct care staff to circuit management to keep management informed of staff issues and/or ideas proposed by staff.
Assume management functions of the Assistant Chief Probation Officer and/ or Chief Probation Officer, as delegated.
Provide knowledge on current research and related juvenile justice professional literature.
Follow all departmental policies, procedures and administrative rules.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of case management practices.
Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques.
Ability to provide counseling and guidance to others.
Ability to make recommendations concerning the processing, handling and disposition of delinquent youth.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; to supervise, lead and motivate people.
Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
Ability to actively listen to others, to understand, apply and explain applicable laws, rules regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, community/judicial partners, and act as a liaison to those entities in a capacity defined by the department.
Ability to incorporate safe work practices with each task performed and actively participates in initiatives designed to promote a safe work environment.
Ability to maintain a professional, safe and helpful work environment.
Ability to make independent decisions based on individual analysis, have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to conduct and document interviews.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Four years of experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice (e.g., law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole), social services (e.g., child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment).
A valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates:
A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile OR
An associate degree from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile and two years' experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice (e.g., law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole), social services (e.g., child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment).
Who have experience as a Juvenile Probation Officer, volunteers or interns with the Department of Juvenile Justice or other social service agency programs.
With a concentration in the disciplines of social sciences and working with people such as social work, sociology, psychology, and similar discipline.
1 year of experience working with youth as a certified Juvenile Probation Officer.
985.66 Florida Statute Requirement
Be at least 19 years of age.
Be a high school graduate or its equivalent as determined by the department.
Not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person, who after September 30, 1999, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement is not eligible for employment, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. Notwithstanding this subparagraph, any person who pled nolo contendere to a misdemeanor involving a false statement before October 1, 1999, and who has had such record of that plea sealed or expunged is not ineligible for employment for that reason.
Abide by all provisions of s. 985.644 1, regarding fingerprinting and background investigations and other screening requirements for personnel.
Execute and submit to the department an affidavit-of-application form, adopted by the department, attesting to his or her compliance with subparagraphs 1-4. The affidavit must be executed under oath and constitutes an official statement under s. 837.06. The affidavit must include conspicuous language that the intentional false execution of the affidavit constitutes a misdemeanor of the second degree. The employing agency shall retain the affidavit.
SPECIAL NOTES
JPO Supervisor positions work non-traditional hours, including weekend and evening hours when needed.
Juvenile Probation Officers are required to maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications throughout employment.
All responses provided to the qualifying questions for this vacancy advertisement must be verifiable on your Candidate Profile. Please provide an explanation of gaps in employment. Incomplete profiles will NOT be considered.
All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks state, local, and national and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions and the successful completion are conditions of employment.
DJJ participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility.
When identified on a position description, a valid driver's license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver's license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle.
Positions that include the transportation of youth while performing any work or work-related functions on behalf of DJJ, require.1 a valid driver's license, and 2 a three-year acceptable driving record as defined in FDJJ Policy 1920.
Successful candidate must be certified in accordance with the Department direct care training policy and must obtain such certification within 180 days of employment.
For those candidates not currently in the state system as a direct-care worker for DJJ at the time of application, the top-ranking candidate after the interview phase will be required to take and pass an Ergometric's IMPACT Assessment and Training Test in order to be considered for the direct-care employment opportunity. This test will be used to measure the candidate's overall suitability for working with juvenile justice involved youth. Test results will be used for a period of six months after initial testing for candidates who reapply during that period for another position for which testing is required.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 42001550
State of Florida job in Auburndale, FL
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 42001550 Pay Plan: Career Service 42001550 Salary: $48,000.16 Total Compensation Estimator Tool ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF AGRICULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
* OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY*
The position's headquarters are negotiable.
CONTACT:
Michael Walters, **************
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or
Six (6) months of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; or
One (1) year of experience in environmental protection, environmental regulation, or environmental health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or agriculture.
Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at "Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education." Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org)
* ATTENTION CANDIDATES*
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
* All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
* Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
* Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
The incumbent of this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36, FAC.
Must obtain restricted-use pesticide license within six months of initial employment and must maintain licensure thereafter. Will be subject to the requirements of the proper use of appropriate respirator and/or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and must pass post-employment physical examinations to determine medical fitness for respirator and/or SCBA use.
This position's headquarters is negotiable. The territory will cover Gadsden, Liberty, and Franklin counties.
The selected candidate must reside in the negotiated headquarters county by the first day of employment, and throughout employment in this position.
Frequent travel required.
Must be able to work outside of normal working hours, including occasional weekends and/or holidays as directed.
Must be willing and able to be deployed from assigned headquarters for extended periods of time for incident response activities.
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To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate's use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.
Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
Flextime schedule.
JOB DUTIES:
Schedule and conduct inspections and collect samples as directed. Perform these activities in order to determine compliance with Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C. Perform inspections and sample collections in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Conduct investigations in response to reports, complaints, violations or suspicious matters in order to collect, summarize and report evidence. Perform these activities in order to determine compliance with Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C. Perform investigations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Prepare and submit written and electronic reports in a timely manner as required for activities conducted. Prepare and submit reports in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Issue corrective notices as necessary in accordance with department policy.
Maintain knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations. Read and interpret pesticide labels, regulations and legal descriptions. Regularly review current versions of Chapters 388, 482, 487, 576, 578 and 580, F.S., and rules 5E-1, 5E-2, 5E-3, 5E-4, 5E-9, 5E-13 and 5E-14, F.A.C.
Participate in coordinated enforcement activities involving other department employees and government agencies as directed. Participate in statewide enforcement operations as directed.
Serve as representative of the department in administrative hearings, court proceedings or meetings as necessary.
Participate in bureau and division meetings and training courses as required.
Participate in special projects and incident response activities, and perform other duties as requested.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
* Ability to communicate effectively.
* Ability to work independently.
* Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
* Ability to use personal computers.
* Ability to lift, maneuver and carry sixty (60) pounds.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
* Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
* Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
* State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
* Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit ***************
* Flexible Spending Accounts;
* Tuition waivers;
* And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit *****************************
For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the "Total Compensation Estimator Tool" located above under the "Posting Closing Date."
SPECIAL NOTES:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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LAW CLERK INTERNSHIP
State of Florida job in New Port Richey, FL
Working Title: Internship Salary: To Be Determined by the Agency Law Clerk Internship State of Florida Opportunities are located throughout Florida Internship Overview and Responsibilities:
The State of Florida is seeking motivated individuals to join our workforce. Our internship opportunities offer bright, highly motivated law school students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the operations of state government while obtaining valuable on-the-job training.
Law clerks will work on a broad range of assignments, including both transactional and litigation-related work. General duties include legal research and writing, discovery, and trial/hearing preparation. The ideal candidate would be a first, second- or third-year law student, possessing excellent research and writing skills, the ability to work efficiently and independently with a moderate amount of supervision, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. This is an ideal internship opportunity for those interested in public service after graduation or in fields related to administrative law, litigation or contracts.
Applications are accepted year-round. Internships may be paid or unpaid and there is no guarantee of employment. Agencies that have a current need for an intern will be reviewing applications to place qualified students within their respective agency.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
* Ability to work independently as well as with others.
* Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
* Ability to research and analyze laws and regulations.
* Ability to draft legal documents.
* Ability to think critically.
* Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.)
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in a juris doctor program or graduated within the last twelve months from an accredited college or university juris doctor degree program.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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