Alachua County Board of County Commissioners

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $88,940.80 Annually Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems or a directly related field and four years of progressively responsible database experience; or any equivalent combination of directly related education, training and/or experience. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Alachua County does not support H1B Visas at this time  Position Summary: This is responsible advanced technical work in the management of database services in Alachua County Information and Telecommunication Services Department.   An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for administering, maintaining and supporting the County's database infrastructure for development, testing, training, and production database environments.  Ensures database integrity and optimum operation by monitoring databases, diagnosing and resolving performance issues, developing backup and recovery strategies and managing access privileges. 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: Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, employees in this classification may be required to report to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Manages the installs, maintains and configures database and application data across different database servers.  Monitors and reports database functions and overall system health.   Develops database applications, stored procedures and SQL statements for various applications.   Administrates the upgrades and patch management for servers on which the databases are installed and maintained. Maintains and configures overall database security for databases and applications.   Works with vendors to install, configure and maintain third party databases and applications.   Evaluates existing databases and makes recommendations for improving operational efficiency for improved productivity.  Provides direction on the maintenance and configuration of database security for databases and applications.   Verifies and evaluates the success of database back-ups.    Creates and maintains customized database reports, performs data analysis and works with customers to evaluate database needs.  Provides technical support for all levels of the organization.  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 Database structures, theories, principles and practices.   Thorough knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of database systems management.   Considerable knowledge of information research techniques and available resources.   Considerable knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL).   Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate work on a variety of projects.   Ability to initiate and implement administrative procedures.   Ability to conduct meetings with users and determine their information technology needs.   Ability to develop and carry out objectives.   Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.   Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, constitutional officers and the general public.   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; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and reach with hands and arms.   The employee must occasionally lift and/or   move   up   to 50   pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and 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 frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $88,940.80 Annually Master's degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field and five years progressively responsible administrative/supervisory and technical experience in environmental science or environmental engineering; or any equivalent combination of related training or 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 record shows more than 3 moving traffic violations, and/or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.  Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. An incumbent of this job classification will be required to file a financial disclosure statement (Form 1) with the Supervisor of Elections in their county of residence, in compliance with Florida Statutes, Chapter 112, Part III. Such filing is required within 30 days of placement in a covered position, annually thereafter by no later than July 1 of each year in which they serve in the covered position, and within 60 days of leaving the covered position.  Position Summary: This is highly responsible administrative and managerial work directing and supervising the Alachua County Environmental Protection Department. This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for all activities, operations and functions of the pollution control, water resources, natural resources and environmental resiliency, climate mitigation and adaptation programs; which cover domestic waste, industrial waste, storm water programs, wetlands programs, hazardous and petroleum waste management and air and water quality programs. These activities, functions and operations include but are not limited to providing technical assistance to staff development and policy formulation. 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 Exudes a positive customer service focus.  Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Manages and coordinates the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending and approving personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Directs the establishment and implementation of all standard operating procedures for the various program areas within the Environmental Protection Department. Reviews federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to departmental operations and ensures departmental compliance with those regulations through standard operating procedures, administrative directives, staff meetings and other management tools. Promotes community knowledge and understanding of departmental activities via contacts with the general public, environmental interest groups, and state and local officials including the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Environmental Protection Agency, Florida Fish and Game Commission, and water management districts. Provides technical assistance through conferences and meetings with owners, agents, operators, and the general public to explain the application of E.P.A., F.D.E.P., and Alachua County rules and regulations as they relate to a specific location, construction site or facility operation. Prepares the annual departmental budget request and projections for presentation to the County Manager and the Board of County Commissioners during annual budget hearings. Directs the business and financial affairs of the Environmental Protection Department, including preparation of requisitions, budget amendments and transfers, monitoring expenditures to budgeted line-item accounts, and contract administration. Monitors staff in each of the program areas for adherence to established objectives, policies and procedures, and provides direction concerning program operation. Directs staff evaluation of construction and operating permits as they relate to the County's development review process and represents the department at Development Review Committee (DRC) meetings as required. Directs site inspections, confers with field personnel, directs the investigation of complaints, reviews monthly reports, and provides technical assistance to staff as required. Operates, as required, motor vehicles (including departmental motor vehicles) in order to conduct field tests, inspections, and investigations to obtain data for use in determining code compliance, sources of, and methods for controlling County-wide environmental pollutants. 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 local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations pertaining to environmental protection, environmental resiliency, climate mitigation and adaptation and program areas within the Environmental Protection Department. Considerable knowledge of air and water sampling procedures and equipment. Knowledge of basic chemistry. Skill in the operation of motor vehicles. Ability to supervise and organize the work of professional, technical and clerical staff; develop capable staff; enforce disciplinary procedures, coach and counsel staff and effectively appraise employees' performance. Ability to utilize independent judgment in making highly visible and complex decisions. Ability to decide upon a reasonable and effective course of action in emergency situations and to anticipate and prevent development of such situations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including public speaking and preparing written reports and memoranda. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, other professionals, environmental officials, elected and appointed officials and the general public. Ability to develop departmental objectives and direct effective long and short-range plans for the accomplishment of stated objectives. Ability to establish and utilize effective public relations programs and techniques to promote community understanding and awareness of pollution control. 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 talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. 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 occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $49,857.60 Annually Graduation from high school or equivalent and five years progressively responsible experience in the construction and maintenance of public highways and streets, including three years of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.  This position requires the completion of Microsoft Word 2010, Excel 2010 and Attention to Detail and  Email Etiquette, Following Directions, Business Communication and Logical Thinking assessments with a minimum score of "moderate knowledge". These tests can be taken at CareerSource North Central Florida (formerly Florida Works), located at 10 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601. I also understand that I should call CareerSource North Central Florida at (352) 955-2245 to schedule an appointment or call the County Human Resources Office at (352) 374-5219 to confirm that my scores are already on file. Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Thursday after the position closes. I understand that CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting my test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid for a period of 2 years from the date of  testing.  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 record shows more than 3 moving traffic violations, and/or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Testing for the assessments is held on Tuesday and Wednesday at 9:00a.m. or 1:00 p.m. and Thursday at 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. at   CareerSource North Central Florida (formerly Florida Works), located at 10 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601.    Position Summary: This is responsible administrative and supervisory work assisting the Director with providing direction for road construction and maintenance for the Department of Public Works. This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for oversight of the Cityworks asset and work management system and assisting the Director in coordination and supervision of labor, maintenance crews and equipment while reconstruction, resurfacing and general highway maintenance work are performed. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observations of results obtained.  Examples of Duties: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Exudes a positive customer service focus.  Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Oversees the Cityworks asset and work management system in order to effectively manage the department's operational needs. Ensures that all data with Cityworks is maintained and work orders updated in order to track maintenance work orders from complaint to completion. Utilizes GIS and Cityworks data to monitor risk and assist with informed operational decisions. Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Assists with the supervision of all County road and highway operations; and the building and reconstruction of streets and roads.  Utilizes preventative maintenance programs for roads; makes frequent inspections of all highways to determine maintenance needs of surfaces, shoulders, structures, and drainage facilities; assigns employees to make such repairs. Checks daily with various crews building, rebuilding and maintaining roads to ensure that work is proceeding according to plan; resolves any problems that arise. Requisitions gravel, sand and other materials used; requisitions equipment, keeps simple inventories of materials on hand; records location and purpose of materials used. Directs subordinate supervisors in the maintenance of all County roads, streets, retention basins, drainage structures, and rights-of-way.  Acts as field superintendent; plans, lays out and supervises all work including building and rebuilding bridges; installing culverts, laying and repairing pipe; dynamite blasting and deepening, cleaning and widening of canals and ditches; and spraying herbicide. Meets with the public and answers any questions, requests and complaints regarding public works activities in the area. Responds to requests for information and complaints from the general public. Contacts local officials about maintenance and construction activities in their areas. Drives a County and/or a personal vehicle to perform required duties to site locations and/or to attend meetings. 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 methods, operating rules and equipment of road construction and maintenance operations. Thorough knowledge of the types and uses of public works equipment related to street and highway reconstruction and maintenance operations. Thorough knowledge of effective management principles. Considerable knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of public works construction equipment. Considerable knowledge of the maintenance and repair characteristics of the road network within the County. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees. Ability to plan and schedule personnel, equipment and materials in emergency situations in an efficient and safe manner. Ability to keep records and make reports. Ability to effectively oversee a work management system. Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 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 talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell. The employee must 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $52,499.20 Annually Bachelor's of Science degree in computer science or an Associate's degree in computer science or a directly related field and two years of programming experience, of which one year must have been working with interactive programming; or any equivalent combination of directly related education, training and/or experience.  Successful completion of a criminal background investigation prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.  Position Summary: This is advanced professional and technical work programming and designing management information systems in the Alachua County Department of Information & Telecommunications Services. An employee assigned to this classification performs a variety of tasks relating to the analysis of complex information systems and assisting in the design of new systems or major enhancements to existing systems. 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  Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, employees in this classification may be required to report to work.   Exudes a positive customer service focus.   Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including:  integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Analyzes current system and existing programs to determine whether modifications are necessary. Designs and writes new programs based on information gathered from users regarding desired output. Completes testing and debugging of new programs to produce desired information and minimize the user's workload Provides technical assistance and training to lower level team members. Assists staff and users in troubleshooting problems as required. Writes and updates user and system documentation as required. 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 computer processing equipment for business, technical and statistical processing. Thorough knowledge of information research techniques and available resources. Thorough knowledge of programming languages. Considerable knowledge of statistical concepts and advanced mathematics. Ability to conceptualize the flow of data through the system and deal with abstractions in order to develop multiple sequences of operations. Ability to meet with users and ascertain other's needs. Ability to interface complex systems accurately and independently. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, constitutional officers and the general public. 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 talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.