Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in psychology or related mental health field and five years progressively responsible administrative experience in a human service field including one year of supervisory experience in mental health, suicide and/or crises intervention or similar work; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.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. Must have current Florida Mental Health License and Clinical Supervisor Certification. 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 all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is highly responsible administrative and professional work directing the Alachua County Department of Community Support Services, Crisis Center. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for all activities, operations and functions of the suicide and crisis intervention program. Duties include the planning, coordination, and the supervision of professional and volunteer personnel, fiscal management, 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 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. Directs the activities of the Crisis Center Program, ensuring that effective and efficient suicide and crisis intervention services are provided. Provides and supervises professional individual and group counseling, psychotherapy, crisis and bereavement counseling. Conducts psychological autopsies. Provides and directs appropriate assessments of lethality and suicidal intent. 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. Prepares program budget requests and projections and supervises expenditures. Develops, supervises, and evaluates implementation of operating policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains liaison with service agencies to integrate community human service efforts. Continuously reviews federal, state, and local mental health and socials service laws, rules and regulations. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events. 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 Considerable knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to operations of community crisis intervention programs. Considerable knowledge of current techniques, principles and practices of community crisis intervention programs. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees. Ability to develop and ensure effective and efficient implementation of policies and procedures. Ability to write clear and concise letters and reports. Ability to analyze and evaluate program activities and procedures. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with assisting agencies, other County departments and employees, and the general public. Ability to prepare detailed operating budgets. 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. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. 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. 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 or related mental health field and five years progressively responsible administrative experience in a human service field including one year of supervisory experience in mental health, suicide and/or crises intervention or similar work; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.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. Must have current Florida Mental Health License and Clinical Supervisor Certification. 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 all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is highly responsible administrative and professional work directing the Alachua County Department of Community Support Services, Crisis Center. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for all activities, operations and functions of the suicide and crisis intervention program. Duties include the planning, coordination, and the supervision of professional and volunteer personnel, fiscal management, 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 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. Directs the activities of the Crisis Center Program, ensuring that effective and efficient suicide and crisis intervention services are provided. Provides and supervises professional individual and group counseling, psychotherapy, crisis and bereavement counseling. Conducts psychological autopsies. Provides and directs appropriate assessments of lethality and suicidal intent. 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. Prepares program budget requests and projections and supervises expenditures. Develops, supervises, and evaluates implementation of operating policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains liaison with service agencies to integrate community human service efforts. Continuously reviews federal, state, and local mental health and socials service laws, rules and regulations. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events. 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 Considerable knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to operations of community crisis intervention programs. Considerable knowledge of current techniques, principles and practices of community crisis intervention programs. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees. Ability to develop and ensure effective and efficient implementation of policies and procedures. Ability to write clear and concise letters and reports. Ability to analyze and evaluate program activities and procedures. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with assisting agencies, other County departments and employees, and the general public. Ability to prepare detailed operating budgets. 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. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. 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. 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 DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited institution, licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Florida or licensed in another US State in good standing capable of getting licensed in Florida within 30 days of conditional hire. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Job offer to non-Florida license holders will be contingent upon successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) developed by the International Council for Veterinary Assessment (ICVA), the Florida Laws and Rules examination. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. https://www.myfloridalicense.com/CheckListDetail.asp?SID=&xactCode=1016&clientCode=2601&XACT_DEFN_ID=5976 Position Summary This is highly responsible professional work supervising and providing medical care and treatment to sheltered animals in the medical unit of the Animal Resources & Care Department. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for providing veterinary services including a broad variety of clinical and laboratory activities. Exercises medical judgment and skill in the independent performance of duties for the care and treatment of animals within the shelter. Supervision is exercised over clinic subordinates assisting in routine details. Work is performed in accordance with County ordinances and other applicable policies and legislation. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through reports, conferences, and observation of results achieved. 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. Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate 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. Participates as a member of the management team and attends applicable meetings. Provides medical and surgical care, treatment and sterilizations to sheltered animals. Provides medical examinations and sterilizations to animals being transferred to other animal welfare organizations and/or rescue groups. Provides sterilizations for pets of citizens participating in the low-income and low-cost spay/neuter programs. Performs forensic exams and necropsies as warranted and provides qualified testimony and documentation in court concerning cases of neglect and cruelty, as enforced by Animal Resources & Care Officers in accordance with County ordinance and State Statutes. Counsels citizens who adopt pets on post operative care. Trains staff on prevention of canine, feline and zoonotic diseases. Aids in development and implementation of cleaning, vaccination, intake, and quarantine protocols. Participates in interviewing and hiring decisions for shelter medical staff. Communicates directly with applicable staff with regard to care of all shelter animals. Participates in the continuing education of senior students at the College of Veterinary Medicine in the cooperative externship program with the University of Florida. Stays current on the latest procedures and developments regarding the handling, care and disposal of animals. Performs decapitation of animals that are submitted for rabies testing. Maintains medical inventory, compliance with DEA requirements related to controlled substances, and offers qualified expertise on the appropriate selection of medical supplies. Reviews and makes recommendations to the director concerning animal care and regulations program policies, procedures, and activities; prepares periodic evaluative reports on medical services. Responds to verbal and written inquiries from the public and the local veterinary community regarding Animal Resources & Care. Develops programs designed to inform the citizens of Alachua County about the proper care and handling of animals. Provides technical advice and assistance to citizens as requested. Treats people and animals with respect, contributes to effective teamwork, promotes intra-and inter-departmental cooperation, and fosters public relations beneficial to Animal Services. 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 veterinary medicine, infectious disease, shelter medicine, aseptic technique, standards of care in veterinary medicine, and high volume surgery techniques. Thorough knowledge of the operation of laboratory equipment, use of drugs, and related supplies for an animal facility. Considerable knowledge of the policies, procedures and laws pertaining to animal resources & care operations. Ability to perform high volume spay/neuter surgery; ability to perform other surgeries including by not limited to cystotomy, mass removal, entropion repair, cherry eye repair, enucleation, and amputation; ability to prioritize, multitask, and triage; and ability to work well with others. Ability to supervise and organize the work of staff, develop staff, and effectively appraise employee performance. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including public speaking and the preparation of written reports. Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with a culturally diverse staff, volunteers, and community in a professional, pleasant, and respectful manner at all times. Ability to work well within frenetic nature of shelter environment. 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 regularly required to stand for extended periods; walk; sit, and reach with hands or arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision. 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 wet, humid conditions (non-weather), and fumes or airborne particles. Subject to animal bites and scratches. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 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 Computer Purchase 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 FirefightersPay 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 DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited institution, licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Florida or licensed in another US State in good standing capable of getting licensed in Florida within 30 days of conditional hire. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Job offer to non-Florida license holders will be contingent upon successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) developed by the International Council for Veterinary Assessment (ICVA), the Florida Laws and Rules examination. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. https://www.myfloridalicense.com/CheckListDetail.asp?SID=&xactCode=1016&clientCode=2601&XACT_DEFN_ID=5976 Position Summary This is highly responsible professional work supervising and providing medical care and treatment to sheltered animals in the medical unit of the Animal Resources & Care Department. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for providing veterinary services including a broad variety of clinical and laboratory activities. Exercises medical judgment and skill in the independent performance of duties for the care and treatment of animals within the shelter. Supervision is exercised over clinic subordinates assisting in routine details. Work is performed in accordance with County ordinances and other applicable policies and legislation. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through reports, conferences, and observation of results achieved. 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. Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate 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. Participates as a member of the management team and attends applicable meetings. Provides medical and surgical care, treatment and sterilizations to sheltered animals. Provides medical examinations and sterilizations to animals being transferred to other animal welfare organizations and/or rescue groups. Provides sterilizations for pets of citizens participating in the low-income and low-cost spay/neuter programs. Performs forensic exams and necropsies as warranted and provides qualified testimony and documentation in court concerning cases of neglect and cruelty, as enforced by Animal Resources & Care Officers in accordance with County ordinance and State Statutes. Counsels citizens who adopt pets on post operative care. Trains staff on prevention of canine, feline and zoonotic diseases. Aids in development and implementation of cleaning, vaccination, intake, and quarantine protocols. Participates in interviewing and hiring decisions for shelter medical staff. Communicates directly with applicable staff with regard to care of all shelter animals. Participates in the continuing education of senior students at the College of Veterinary Medicine in the cooperative externship program with the University of Florida. Stays current on the latest procedures and developments regarding the handling, care and disposal of animals. Performs decapitation of animals that are submitted for rabies testing. Maintains medical inventory, compliance with DEA requirements related to controlled substances, and offers qualified expertise on the appropriate selection of medical supplies. Reviews and makes recommendations to the director concerning animal care and regulations program policies, procedures, and activities; prepares periodic evaluative reports on medical services. Responds to verbal and written inquiries from the public and the local veterinary community regarding Animal Resources & Care. Develops programs designed to inform the citizens of Alachua County about the proper care and handling of animals. Provides technical advice and assistance to citizens as requested. Treats people and animals with respect, contributes to effective teamwork, promotes intra-and inter-departmental cooperation, and fosters public relations beneficial to Animal Services. 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 veterinary medicine, infectious disease, shelter medicine, aseptic technique, standards of care in veterinary medicine, and high volume surgery techniques. Thorough knowledge of the operation of laboratory equipment, use of drugs, and related supplies for an animal facility. Considerable knowledge of the policies, procedures and laws pertaining to animal resources & care operations. Ability to perform high volume spay/neuter surgery; ability to perform other surgeries including by not limited to cystotomy, mass removal, entropion repair, cherry eye repair, enucleation, and amputation; ability to prioritize, multitask, and triage; and ability to work well with others. Ability to supervise and organize the work of staff, develop staff, and effectively appraise employee performance. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including public speaking and the preparation of written reports. Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with a culturally diverse staff, volunteers, and community in a professional, pleasant, and respectful manner at all times. Ability to work well within frenetic nature of shelter environment. 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 regularly required to stand for extended periods; walk; sit, and reach with hands or arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision. 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 wet, humid conditions (non-weather), and fumes or airborne particles. Subject to animal bites and scratches. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 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 Computer Purchase 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 FirefightersPay 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.
