Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville (Library HQ), FL
Minimum Qualifications Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting and two years experience in responsible accounting or bookkeeping work; or a Bachelor's degree with major course work in accounting, business or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Evening and weekend work hours may be required. Position Summary This is highly responsible work performing administrative and technical bookkeeping, accounting, and other administrative services operations. An employee in this class independently coordinates District-wide payroll and processes fiscal records, maintains books ledgers, journals, reviews fiscal documents and information, and prepares fiscal reports and assists in preparing and monitoring budget expenditures. Employee is required to perform job duties with professionalism, exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality in all matters, especially as task assignments and/or work environment expose employee directly, or indirectly to private data, protected health information, and employee and labor matters. Work is directed and reviewed by a higher level supervisor and by internal controls and periodic audits to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares routine and special fiscal statements. Processes purchase requisitions and invoices, maintains related records and assists in controlling inventories. Responsible for the completion of specialized administration projects as needed and required by supervisor. Maintains ledgers, journals and bookkeeping records. Tracks statistical data and prepares weekly, monthly and annual reports. Analyzes department programs to ascertain cost on a cost-accounting basis. Audits incoming and outgoing paperwork concerning fiscal matters for errors and makes recommendations for correction. Prepares payrolls and maintains payroll records. Maintains petty cash and other funds, processes expenditures and reimbursement requests. Maintains travel authorization files and processes travel registrations according to established guidelines. Assembles or compiles data used in preparation of budgets. Assists in developing and installing accounting and bookkeeping methods and procedures. Communicates with all divisions concerning the procedures for handling and processing payroll data. Ensure patron compliance of all policies and procedures through effective communication and enforcement. Provides staff support and administrative analysis work in the development of collective bargaining proposals and agreements. Receives and records final performance review form and update records accordingly. Sends out individual reminder spreadsheets spreadsheets to each department at the beginning of each month as specified in personnel rules, and monitors performance evaluations up to completion. Coordinates physical and electronic filing of performance evaluations (Knowledge Lake). Calculates and records employee merit/pay increases. Coordinates with Administration Human Resources staff to ensure Personnel Action Form is completed in a timely manner. Maintains high collaboration with internal and external business partners, ensuring positive departmental and organizational branding, and customer relationships. Effectively and positively brands and represents the Library District in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation. Establishes and maintains effective, respectful and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers. Performs related duties as required. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of the principles and practices of government accounting, budgeting and fiscal management. Knowledge of office practices, bookkeeping systems, and computerized record processing. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software programs. Highly skilled in managing projects from concept to completion. Ability to analyze accounting problems and assist in recommending solutions. Ability to work independently from general instructions. Ability to prepare reports and express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Ability to follow complex oral and written directions to prepare complex financial reports. Ability to operate calculator, adding machine, computer and other office equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, Library patrons and community members. Ability to prioritize and organize work and projects. Ability to learn, interpret and apply departmental and District-wide procedures. Ability to pay attention to detail. Ability to independently perform administrative tasks and manage multiple projects. Ability to exercise independent judgment to make sound decisions. Ability to perform research, compile and analyze data, and prepare reports of varying levels of complexity. Ability and willingness to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive and protected information, and exercise discretion in all administrative matters. Ability and willingness to remain flexible and adapt to change as needed to improve department and organizational performance. Ability to manage time, resources and adhere to stringent timelines. Ability to communicate effectively, prepare, disseminate and present data in oral and written form. Ability to independently interpret, follow moderately complex oral and written Instructions. Ability to take initiative and assume accountability for task assignments. Ability to work under pressure and with frequent interruptions. Ability to prioritize, review and evaluate work. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to approach internal and external customer interactions with respect, compassion and diplomacy. Ability and willingness to effectively communicate to maintain effective working relationships to ensure department and organizational success. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. • FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.For other benefits such as life insurance and health insurance: Employee Benefits New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday 3 Floating Holidays Pay periods are every two (2) weeks beginning at 12:01 a.m. Saturday through 12:00 midnight Friday. Payday is the second Friday following the end of a pay period.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting and two years experience in responsible accounting or bookkeeping work; or a Bachelor's degree with major course work in accounting, business or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Evening and weekend work hours may be required. Position Summary This is highly responsible work performing administrative and technical bookkeeping, accounting, and other administrative services operations. An employee in this class independently coordinates District-wide payroll and processes fiscal records, maintains books ledgers, journals, reviews fiscal documents and information, and prepares fiscal reports and assists in preparing and monitoring budget expenditures. Employee is required to perform job duties with professionalism, exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality in all matters, especially as task assignments and/or work environment expose employee directly, or indirectly to private data, protected health information, and employee and labor matters. Work is directed and reviewed by a higher level supervisor and by internal controls and periodic audits to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares routine and special fiscal statements. Processes purchase requisitions and invoices, maintains related records and assists in controlling inventories. Responsible for the completion of specialized administration projects as needed and required by supervisor. Maintains ledgers, journals and bookkeeping records. Tracks statistical data and prepares weekly, monthly and annual reports. Analyzes department programs to ascertain cost on a cost-accounting basis. Audits incoming and outgoing paperwork concerning fiscal matters for errors and makes recommendations for correction. Prepares payrolls and maintains payroll records. Maintains petty cash and other funds, processes expenditures and reimbursement requests. Maintains travel authorization files and processes travel registrations according to established guidelines. Assembles or compiles data used in preparation of budgets. Assists in developing and installing accounting and bookkeeping methods and procedures. Communicates with all divisions concerning the procedures for handling and processing payroll data. Ensure patron compliance of all policies and procedures through effective communication and enforcement. Provides staff support and administrative analysis work in the development of collective bargaining proposals and agreements. Receives and records final performance review form and update records accordingly. Sends out individual reminder spreadsheets spreadsheets to each department at the beginning of each month as specified in personnel rules, and monitors performance evaluations up to completion. Coordinates physical and electronic filing of performance evaluations (Knowledge Lake). Calculates and records employee merit/pay increases. Coordinates with Administration Human Resources staff to ensure Personnel Action Form is completed in a timely manner. Maintains high collaboration with internal and external business partners, ensuring positive departmental and organizational branding, and customer relationships. Effectively and positively brands and represents the Library District in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation. Establishes and maintains effective, respectful and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers. Performs related duties as required. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of the principles and practices of government accounting, budgeting and fiscal management. Knowledge of office practices, bookkeeping systems, and computerized record processing. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software programs. Highly skilled in managing projects from concept to completion. Ability to analyze accounting problems and assist in recommending solutions. Ability to work independently from general instructions. Ability to prepare reports and express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Ability to follow complex oral and written directions to prepare complex financial reports. Ability to operate calculator, adding machine, computer and other office equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, Library patrons and community members. Ability to prioritize and organize work and projects. Ability to learn, interpret and apply departmental and District-wide procedures. Ability to pay attention to detail. Ability to independently perform administrative tasks and manage multiple projects. Ability to exercise independent judgment to make sound decisions. Ability to perform research, compile and analyze data, and prepare reports of varying levels of complexity. Ability and willingness to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive and protected information, and exercise discretion in all administrative matters. Ability and willingness to remain flexible and adapt to change as needed to improve department and organizational performance. Ability to manage time, resources and adhere to stringent timelines. Ability to communicate effectively, prepare, disseminate and present data in oral and written form. Ability to independently interpret, follow moderately complex oral and written Instructions. Ability to take initiative and assume accountability for task assignments. Ability to work under pressure and with frequent interruptions. Ability to prioritize, review and evaluate work. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to approach internal and external customer interactions with respect, compassion and diplomacy. Ability and willingness to effectively communicate to maintain effective working relationships to ensure department and organizational success. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. • FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.For other benefits such as life insurance and health insurance: Employee Benefits New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday 3 Floating Holidays Pay periods are every two (2) weeks beginning at 12:01 a.m. Saturday through 12:00 midnight Friday. Payday is the second Friday following the end of a pay period.
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT, USA
Security Analyst II
Montana State University
Position Information
Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 26297
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
John Williams john.williams25@montana.edu 406-994-6391
Classification Title: Computer Sftwr Eng/Appl II
Working Title: Security Analyst II
Brief Position Overview
The full-time Security Analyst provides technical and administrative support to ensure the security of MSU’s environment. The primary responsibilities of this position include information, application, and system security assessments; the maintenance and operation of security-focused applications; training and awareness; and incident mitigation and response. This role functions as a resource to the four-campus MSU Enterprise, providing consulting and advisory services to technical and functional users on all MSU campuses on matters related to information and application security.
Under the supervision of the Chief Information Security Officer, this full-time position works closely with the technical and administrative staff throughout the four MSU campuses and the IT Community to maintain and improve the security of MSU’s data and IT resources.
Position Number: 4M0247
Department: UIT Info Security
Division: VP for Information Technology
Appointment Type: Classified
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
Semester:
If other, specify From date:
If other, specify End date:
FLSA: Exempt
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
FTE: 1.0
Benefits Eligible: Eligible
Salary: $34.88 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type: Classified Salary
If other, please specify:
Recruitment Type: Open
Position Details
General Statement
In support of the Montana State University mission, University Information Technology promotes, develops, delivers, and facilitates the use of information technology services and resources.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide general security monitoring, consultation, vulnerability remediation, and incident response. Serve as a subject matter expert across a range of server, application, and networking technologies to ensure proper security controls and practices. Analyze and remediate potential security issues identified by a range of internal and external tools and resources, with consistent follow-through ensuring accurate resolution. Design, implement, and manage a range of security services in coordination with information practitioners across MSU. Collaborate with a range of technical professionals across MSU on the identification and remediation of security issues. Provide technical support and expertise to software and hardware design efforts with a focus on secure architectures. Conduct technical training and security awareness presentations to a range of constituents across MSU.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Demonstrated experience with security and privacy best practices as well as incident response. 2. Demonstrated experience with server and desktop operating systems. 3. Demonstrated experience with information security tools and practices. 4. Demonstrated experience with operating system and network traffic behavior and trend analysis. 5. Demonstrated experience with data loss prevention, vulnerability management, threat hunting, anti-malware tools, and SIEMs in a higher education environment.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Advanced knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, and associated risks. 2. Hands-on systems and networking administration experience. 3. Demonstrated experience supporting ERP and other enterprise software and Web application environments. 4. Demonstrated experience providing both technical and functional users with training related to security best practices.
The Successful Candidate Will
Ability to conduct technical training and security awareness presentations to a range of constituents across MSU. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form. Demonstrated discretion in handling sensitive information and circumstances, including high-stress incident handling. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and rapidly re-prioritize a variety of tasks at different levels of complexity and urgency.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?: No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date:
Close Date:
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on March 31, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6972466
Full Time
Security Analyst II
Montana State University
Position Information
Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 26297
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
John Williams john.williams25@montana.edu 406-994-6391
Classification Title: Computer Sftwr Eng/Appl II
Working Title: Security Analyst II
Brief Position Overview
The full-time Security Analyst provides technical and administrative support to ensure the security of MSU’s environment. The primary responsibilities of this position include information, application, and system security assessments; the maintenance and operation of security-focused applications; training and awareness; and incident mitigation and response. This role functions as a resource to the four-campus MSU Enterprise, providing consulting and advisory services to technical and functional users on all MSU campuses on matters related to information and application security.
Under the supervision of the Chief Information Security Officer, this full-time position works closely with the technical and administrative staff throughout the four MSU campuses and the IT Community to maintain and improve the security of MSU’s data and IT resources.
Position Number: 4M0247
Department: UIT Info Security
Division: VP for Information Technology
Appointment Type: Classified
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
Semester:
If other, specify From date:
If other, specify End date:
FLSA: Exempt
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
FTE: 1.0
Benefits Eligible: Eligible
Salary: $34.88 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type: Classified Salary
If other, please specify:
Recruitment Type: Open
Position Details
General Statement
In support of the Montana State University mission, University Information Technology promotes, develops, delivers, and facilitates the use of information technology services and resources.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide general security monitoring, consultation, vulnerability remediation, and incident response. Serve as a subject matter expert across a range of server, application, and networking technologies to ensure proper security controls and practices. Analyze and remediate potential security issues identified by a range of internal and external tools and resources, with consistent follow-through ensuring accurate resolution. Design, implement, and manage a range of security services in coordination with information practitioners across MSU. Collaborate with a range of technical professionals across MSU on the identification and remediation of security issues. Provide technical support and expertise to software and hardware design efforts with a focus on secure architectures. Conduct technical training and security awareness presentations to a range of constituents across MSU.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Demonstrated experience with security and privacy best practices as well as incident response. 2. Demonstrated experience with server and desktop operating systems. 3. Demonstrated experience with information security tools and practices. 4. Demonstrated experience with operating system and network traffic behavior and trend analysis. 5. Demonstrated experience with data loss prevention, vulnerability management, threat hunting, anti-malware tools, and SIEMs in a higher education environment.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Advanced knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, and associated risks. 2. Hands-on systems and networking administration experience. 3. Demonstrated experience supporting ERP and other enterprise software and Web application environments. 4. Demonstrated experience providing both technical and functional users with training related to security best practices.
The Successful Candidate Will
Ability to conduct technical training and security awareness presentations to a range of constituents across MSU. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form. Demonstrated discretion in handling sensitive information and circumstances, including high-stress incident handling. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and rapidly re-prioritize a variety of tasks at different levels of complexity and urgency.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?: No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date:
Close Date:
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on March 31, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6972466
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
FL - Facilities Dept., FL
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school, vocational school, or equivalent and two years of experience in carpentry and/or painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is skilled work in one or more building/facility maintenance areas, including HVAC systems, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and painting, in the Facilities Management Department and/or the Sports and Events Center for Tourism and Economic Development. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining furniture and fixtures, equipment, building systems, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing; performing carpentry work and interior and exterior painting. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Performs general maintenance/carpentry work in the construction, alteration and maintenance of buildings, floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, fixtures and furniture. Estimates time and materials for assigned projects and keeps records of cost involved. Provides limited supervision and instruction to semi-skilled and unskilled helpers. Performs services, maintenance and minor repairs on HVAC units/systems and energy management systems. Completes work orders as assigned, including accurate and timely entries into the department’s work order management system. Conducts preventative maintenance/safety inspections and repairs. Cleans and prepares exterior and interior surfaces for painting; prepares materials and erects scaffolds. Paints buildings, walls, furniture, fixtures, and equipment, as assigned, including the use of specialized equipment such as mechanical lifts and scaffolding. Maintains and repairs power tools and equipment, as assigned. Installs, maintains, and replaces electrical wiring, switches, lighting, and outlets; performs general maintenance work on buildings and grounds. Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment not under contract with the carrier. Performs all minor plumbing repairs and notifies supervisor when contractor assistance is needed. Replaces and repairs lighting systems and notifies supervisor when contractor assistance is needed. Checks all equipment under contract for proper operation. Compiles safety logs, maintenance records, and accident reports as necessary. Repairs or replaces windows, window systems, door systems, and related hardware, as needed. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. Facilities Management: Participates in a 24/7 on-call rotation. Tourism & Economic Development: Acts as on-site County Representative at the Alachua County Sports and Events Center, overseeing the building and activities of the public, renters, and service providers. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and practices for one or more of the following areas: air conditioning/heating systems, carpentry, electrical, and painting. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to electrical and HVAC systems, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance. Skill in the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in general maintenance. Ability to work with mobile devices and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) platforms for work order scheduling, documentation, and preventive maintenance management. Ability to work from sketches, plans, blueprints, and schematics. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to make estimates of time and materials and prepare records of same. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and the public. Ability to perform duties under adverse conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather); work in high, precarious places; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat (non-weather), and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold (non-weather); work with explosives, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. May work weekends and/or nights in support of mission objectives. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school, vocational school, or equivalent and two years of experience in carpentry and/or painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is skilled work in one or more building/facility maintenance areas, including HVAC systems, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and painting, in the Facilities Management Department and/or the Sports and Events Center for Tourism and Economic Development. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining furniture and fixtures, equipment, building systems, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing; performing carpentry work and interior and exterior painting. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Performs general maintenance/carpentry work in the construction, alteration and maintenance of buildings, floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, fixtures and furniture. Estimates time and materials for assigned projects and keeps records of cost involved. Provides limited supervision and instruction to semi-skilled and unskilled helpers. Performs services, maintenance and minor repairs on HVAC units/systems and energy management systems. Completes work orders as assigned, including accurate and timely entries into the department’s work order management system. Conducts preventative maintenance/safety inspections and repairs. Cleans and prepares exterior and interior surfaces for painting; prepares materials and erects scaffolds. Paints buildings, walls, furniture, fixtures, and equipment, as assigned, including the use of specialized equipment such as mechanical lifts and scaffolding. Maintains and repairs power tools and equipment, as assigned. Installs, maintains, and replaces electrical wiring, switches, lighting, and outlets; performs general maintenance work on buildings and grounds. Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment not under contract with the carrier. Performs all minor plumbing repairs and notifies supervisor when contractor assistance is needed. Replaces and repairs lighting systems and notifies supervisor when contractor assistance is needed. Checks all equipment under contract for proper operation. Compiles safety logs, maintenance records, and accident reports as necessary. Repairs or replaces windows, window systems, door systems, and related hardware, as needed. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. Facilities Management: Participates in a 24/7 on-call rotation. Tourism & Economic Development: Acts as on-site County Representative at the Alachua County Sports and Events Center, overseeing the building and activities of the public, renters, and service providers. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and practices for one or more of the following areas: air conditioning/heating systems, carpentry, electrical, and painting. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to electrical and HVAC systems, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance. Skill in the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in general maintenance. Ability to work with mobile devices and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) platforms for work order scheduling, documentation, and preventive maintenance management. Ability to work from sketches, plans, blueprints, and schematics. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to make estimates of time and materials and prepare records of same. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and the public. Ability to perform duties under adverse conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather); work in high, precarious places; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat (non-weather), and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold (non-weather); work with explosives, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. May work weekends and/or nights in support of mission objectives. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in psychology, counseling or related human service field and one year experience in suicide and crisis intervention. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Florida licensure in mental health or marriage and family counseling is required. Certification as a qualified supervisor as defined by the Florida Department of Health, Division 64B4, is required within three years of hire. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and s uccessful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. This is a grant funded position. There is no guarantee of permanent employment. Position Summary This is supervisory and professional work involving evaluating, managing, maintaining, and supporting the clinical documentation and data management systems in the Department of Community Support Services Crisis Center. An employee assigned to this classification directs and supervises the Crisis Center case management, data management/software programs, and service delivery infrastructure. It also supervises Crisis Center case management staff and provides crisis intervention counseling and mobile response to clients in need. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. . Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate employees, volunteers, and interns including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and providing departmental training and orientation. Evaluates software platforms, data communication requirements, and documentation for service delivery infrastructure for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and State 988 systems and directs the Crisis Center's performance and response through the required collection and management of data. Directs implementation and monitors utilization of applications, programs, and digital technologies for data collection, service delivery, and internal/external communications to recommend and make adjustments to service delivery. Manages and directs the Crisis Center's clinical documentation system and facilitates its use through staff and volunteer training and revisions from the results of documentation review completed by the Crisis Center Case Management staff. Develops, manages, and evaluates the workflow processes that support the operations of the Crisis Center with a focus on process improvement. Identifies operational needs of the Crisis Center including those related to implementation and ongoing service of 988 and develops solutions to address them, e.g. frequent callers using various names and merging related contact records. Coordinates data management and reporting to facilitate collaboration with partner mental health agencies and stakeholders to improve the continuum of care in Alachua County. Ensures Crisis Center clinical documentation and data management programs and policies are compliant with accreditation, certification, and contractual standards. Counsels and consults with staff, volunteers and interns concerning crisis invention services provided to clients. Provides in-house crisis intervention services to walk-in clients or those referred by the Crisis Center phone lines. Responds to and assists with crisis mobile response to the schools, other agencies, businesses and residences. Coordinates and assists in the design and implementation of program policies and procedures. Assists in the development of the program budget and monitors expenditures. Informs community organizations of suicide and crisis intervention techniques, procedures, and services available. Liaisons with the mental health service providers throughout the community to ensure the needs of clients are being met. Ensures proper clinical coding of statistical information and case documentation. Provides training and supervision on 988/Suicide Hotline policies, procedures, and services. Assists with American Association of Suicidology accreditation and collaborations with the National Prevention Lifeline Network. Recommends, develops, and conducts in-service training for the program staff, volunteers, and interns. Maintains liaison between other components of the department, community programs and other relevant social service agencies. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to the operation of community crisis intervention programs. Considerable knowledge of current counseling techniques, principles and practices of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs. Considerable knowledge of local public and private mental health, crisis counseling and social service agencies. Considerable knowledge of the dynamics of suicide prevention, intervention, and follow up. Considerable knowledge of crisis counseling theory and practice. Considerable knowledge of methods, procedures and practices of crisis and suicide intervention. Considerable knowledge of laws, developments, and literature in the crisis field. Considerable knowledge of local, public, and private agencies and their various requirements. Ability to coordinate and offer training programs for potential crisis line counselors using volunteer trainers. Ability to coordinate and assist in the effective and efficient implementation of policies and procedures. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations, coordinate and supervise staff, volunteers, and interns in emergency situations. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with other agencies, County departments, and the general public. Ability to organize the work of subordinates and volunteers. Ability to prepare technical and professional reports using computer-based applications, create and maintain detailed records and documentation. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Ability to maintain accurate service delivery documentation and reporting requirements of funding and regulatory agencies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position may be required to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as well as mandatory overtime. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in psychology, counseling or related human service field and one year experience in suicide and crisis intervention. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Florida licensure in mental health or marriage and family counseling is required. Certification as a qualified supervisor as defined by the Florida Department of Health, Division 64B4, is required within three years of hire. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and s uccessful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. This is a grant funded position. There is no guarantee of permanent employment. Position Summary This is supervisory and professional work involving evaluating, managing, maintaining, and supporting the clinical documentation and data management systems in the Department of Community Support Services Crisis Center. An employee assigned to this classification directs and supervises the Crisis Center case management, data management/software programs, and service delivery infrastructure. It also supervises Crisis Center case management staff and provides crisis intervention counseling and mobile response to clients in need. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of the results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. . Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate employees, volunteers, and interns including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and providing departmental training and orientation. Evaluates software platforms, data communication requirements, and documentation for service delivery infrastructure for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and State 988 systems and directs the Crisis Center's performance and response through the required collection and management of data. Directs implementation and monitors utilization of applications, programs, and digital technologies for data collection, service delivery, and internal/external communications to recommend and make adjustments to service delivery. Manages and directs the Crisis Center's clinical documentation system and facilitates its use through staff and volunteer training and revisions from the results of documentation review completed by the Crisis Center Case Management staff. Develops, manages, and evaluates the workflow processes that support the operations of the Crisis Center with a focus on process improvement. Identifies operational needs of the Crisis Center including those related to implementation and ongoing service of 988 and develops solutions to address them, e.g. frequent callers using various names and merging related contact records. Coordinates data management and reporting to facilitate collaboration with partner mental health agencies and stakeholders to improve the continuum of care in Alachua County. Ensures Crisis Center clinical documentation and data management programs and policies are compliant with accreditation, certification, and contractual standards. Counsels and consults with staff, volunteers and interns concerning crisis invention services provided to clients. Provides in-house crisis intervention services to walk-in clients or those referred by the Crisis Center phone lines. Responds to and assists with crisis mobile response to the schools, other agencies, businesses and residences. Coordinates and assists in the design and implementation of program policies and procedures. Assists in the development of the program budget and monitors expenditures. Informs community organizations of suicide and crisis intervention techniques, procedures, and services available. Liaisons with the mental health service providers throughout the community to ensure the needs of clients are being met. Ensures proper clinical coding of statistical information and case documentation. Provides training and supervision on 988/Suicide Hotline policies, procedures, and services. Assists with American Association of Suicidology accreditation and collaborations with the National Prevention Lifeline Network. Recommends, develops, and conducts in-service training for the program staff, volunteers, and interns. Maintains liaison between other components of the department, community programs and other relevant social service agencies. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to the operation of community crisis intervention programs. Considerable knowledge of current counseling techniques, principles and practices of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs. Considerable knowledge of local public and private mental health, crisis counseling and social service agencies. Considerable knowledge of the dynamics of suicide prevention, intervention, and follow up. Considerable knowledge of crisis counseling theory and practice. Considerable knowledge of methods, procedures and practices of crisis and suicide intervention. Considerable knowledge of laws, developments, and literature in the crisis field. Considerable knowledge of local, public, and private agencies and their various requirements. Ability to coordinate and offer training programs for potential crisis line counselors using volunteer trainers. Ability to coordinate and assist in the effective and efficient implementation of policies and procedures. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations, coordinate and supervise staff, volunteers, and interns in emergency situations. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with other agencies, County departments, and the general public. Ability to organize the work of subordinates and volunteers. Ability to prepare technical and professional reports using computer-based applications, create and maintain detailed records and documentation. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Ability to maintain accurate service delivery documentation and reporting requirements of funding and regulatory agencies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position may be required to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as well as mandatory overtime. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
