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Minimum Qualifications                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Bachelor's degree in tourism, public relations, business administration, hotel/restaurant management, marketing, journalism, or a related program and one year of graphic design experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.    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                                                  Now Hiring: Tourism Marketing Coordinator  Are you a creative powerhouse with advanced design skills and a strategic marketing mindset? Join the award-winning team at Visit Gainesville, Alachua County and help shape the visual identity and voice of one of Florida’s most exciting destinations. We’re looking for a professional designer + brand strategist who: *Has proven experience designing logos, multi-page booklets, brochures, and both print and digital ads. *Creates original, scroll-stopping content for social media. *Can build and manage pages using WordPress. *Writes and edits compelling content across platforms. *Masters Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and After E??ects). * Understands integrated marketing and tracks performance to optimize campaigns. *Works collaboratively in a fast-paced, creative environment. *This role supports our advertising, PR, social media, and content strategies while producing high-quality visual assets that elevate the destination brand and drive visitation. * Professional design experience is essential.  Help us show the world What’s Good® in Alachua County and be part of a mission-driven team that’s making a difference! #NowHiring #MarketingJobs #TourismCareers #GraphicDesign #BrandMarketing #VisitGainesville #CreativeCareers #WhatsGoodAlachuaCounty This is highly responsible administrative work managing a program in tourist development to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with departmental and County objectives. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for project management  and communication, including writing, editing, and graphic design to create content and collateral materials for marketing, advertising and public relations initiatives and other tourism related projects.  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 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.  Responsible for social media planning and creating reels and posts that yield followers and engagement on the visitors bureau social media platforms. Utilizes advanced proficiency in writing and editing to create marketing, advertising, and public relations materials across diverse formats. Designs various marketing materials to promote tourism to Alachua County.  Works with third party vendors for video and photographic services. Keeps abreast of the latest trends and best practices in communications and design, contributing innovative ideas to enhance the effectiveness of tourism marketing strategies.  Reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specific tourist development program objectives. Creates reports that demonstrate campaign effectiveness and key performance metrics. Contributes and adheres to editorial and publishing calendar and assists in creating media pitches and editorial submissions that increases the exposure of Visit Gainesville . Maintains an organized video and photo assets library and obtains/maintains/organizes all image and content rights releases.  Assists with the marketing plan for Alachua County Tourist Development. Maintains accurate calendar of conferences, conventions, meetings, major sporting events, university, city, and county events Develops and/or assists in development, implementation, and maintenance of tourist development program related computer programs.  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.   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   Expert knowledge of Adobe Suite and current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable.   Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) and web analytics.   Proficiency in Microsoft Office and content management systems.   Thorough knowledge of current practices and principles of the tourist development program.   Working knowledge of the county hotel and motel facilities, and public and private attractions and services.   Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to the tourist development program. Strong attention to detail skills.   Excellent time management and organizational skills.   Ability to be creative and think outside of the box. Ability to develop and implement operating policies and procedures.   Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, contractors, local business owners, and elected officials.   Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare and organize written reports.   Ability to generate necessary paperwork in accordance with local and state ordinances.  Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet tight deadlines.  Ability to work independently with limited review. 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, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile.   The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 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. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Completion of the eighth grade and two years experience operating heavy and/or moderately complex equipment; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A valid State of Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and fifth wheel endorsement 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.  Satisfactory completion of a course in hazardous waste identification is required within the first 12 months of employment. 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 operating a variety of heavy equipment, roll-off trucks and semi-tractor trailers used in the daily operations of the Alachua County Transfer Station. An employee in this classification is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of complex heavy equipment, conducting routine preventative maintenance on such equipment, performing manual tasks and assisting in the detection of hazardous materials. Work is performed under the general 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. Operates roll-off truck and a semi-tractor trailer. Occasionally operates a variety of transfer station related to heavy equipment including a grappler/tamper; skid steer loader/sweeper; yard tractor; front-end loader;  farm tractor. Cleans transfer station floor as required. Loads tires into a transfer trailer. Maintains wood waste and mulch stockpiles. Checks waste for hazardous and/or prohibited substances. Performs routine and preventative maintenance on equipment to insure good working order. Performs manual tasks as required. Assists with the routine servicing of transfer station related vehicles and equipment. 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. 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 hazards and safety precautions necessary in the operation of heavy equipment, roll-off trucks and semi-tractor trailers. Knowledge of the operating and repair characteristics of heavy equipment, roll-off trucks and semi-tractor trailers. Knowledge of the components parts, operating principles and maintenance requirements of heavy equipment and semi-tractor trailers. Skill in operating an 80,000 pound vehicle with fifth wheel and air brake endorsement. Skill in the operation of various types of heavy equipment, roll-off trucks and semi-tractor trailers. Ability to service various types of equipment and perform minor repairs. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Ability to withstand temperature extremes and endure difficult working conditions. Ability to recognize hazardous and/or prohibited substances brought into the site. Ability to provide courteous and effective customer service to 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 use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is frequently required to walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include 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 regularly works near moving mechanical parts; works in high, precarious places, and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles; outdoor weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works with explosives and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years general office/clerical and/or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis Must be able to type at a rate of 35 correct words per minute as required by the position.  This position requires a passing score on the following County's skills assessment tests:  Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and with a minimum score of moderate knowledge and typing with minimum correct words of 35 wpm.    The assessment tests can be taken in person or online/remotely through the CareerSource North Central Florida.  The applicant must contact CareerSource North Central Florida at:   assessment@careersourcencfl.com to arrange testing.   Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office via email at:   achr@alachuacounty.us no later than five business days after the posting closes. CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid only for a period of 2 years from the date of testing. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.   For County Manager’s Office: Reliable transportation is required to attend monthly meetings. Position Summary This is highly specialized and complex office work performing office and administrative duties of wide variety and scope. An employee assigned to this classification is expected to make decisions and act independently in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. Supervisor may review non-routine decisions. 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. Assists department head or designee in reviewing complaints or requests for services from the general public or other County departments. Prepares responses to requests; provides background information to supervisor to aid in responding to request. May coordinate the activities of subordinate employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Assists in the preparation of departmental budgets and prepares reports and statistical data. Makes recommendations, performs limited analysis, reviews and monitors budgets. Assists in the preparation of payrolls, purchase orders, purchase requests and other fiscal and statistical data. Establishes and maintains office filing systems; classifies and codes materials for filing; locates and retrieves files and materials as required. Schedules appointments for superior; arranges travel schedule and makes travel reservations. Prepares office/departmental paperwork such as correspondence, reports, forms, agendas and related material. Takes and transcribes minutes as required. Opens, sorts and distributes incoming office/departmental mail; collects, seals and stamps outgoing mail. Files office correspondence and records; ensures that notices, memoranda, directives and related material are properly distributed. Prepares, interprets and maintains department policy and procedure manuals and interprets complex and detailed data. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties (Community support Services).  Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. For Community Support Services only: Drives a County vehicle daily for mail runs to downtown location, frequently drives a County vehicle to pick up special items needed for the office and/or special events and occasionally drives County vehicle to Fleet for repairs. NOTE: The above listed 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 office practices and procedures. Considerable knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, spelling and punctuation in order to prepare and edit typed material. Considerable knowledge of established departmental standard operating procedures. Considerable knowledge of word processing systems and keyboards. Knowledge of effective telephone etiquette. Skill in dealing with applicants, employees, and the general public. Ability to plan and organize work and manage time effectively. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to write and organize correspondence. Ability to proofread typed material and make appropriate corrections. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to establish and maintain accurate, efficient filing systems. Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects; ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to write and organize reports and memoranda. 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 and hear. The employee is frequently required reach and to be mobile. The employee may occasionally move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance 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. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent and five years’ experience in parks, building, grounds, or road and bridge maintenance/construction, including two years of supervisory and/or lead-worker experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. 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 tra?c 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 in?uence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum quali?cations are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Safety Certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire and maintained as a condition of employment. Position Summary This is highly responsible supervisory work coordinating construction and maintenance operations for the Alachua County Department of Public Works, ensuring efficient project execution, adherence to quality standards, and effective team leadership. An employee assigned to this classi?cation is responsible for addressing citizen concerns, managing budgets, establishing goals, planning, scheduling, and employee performance management. The coordinator provides oversight, data proo?ng and input into the asset and work management system within the area of responsibility, as well as supervising employee work crews and construction equipment used in road construction and right of way maintenance. This role involves direct supervision of a large number of unskilled and semi-skilled employees, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, continuous learning, and fostering a growth mindset. 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 classi?cation. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classi?cation are required to work.   Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Supervises employees and coordinates activities including determining work procedures, schedules and priorities; assigning duties; processing time sheets; reviewing work in progress and upon completion; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation.  Responsible for establishing and monitoring the Unit’s annual goals. Ensures that the service requests assigned to the Unit are completed in a timely manner by working with the subordinate supervisors to plan and schedule work orders and projects. Responsible for developing and managing the Unit’s budget, including requesting purchase orders and approving invoices for payment. Develops metrics to evaluate the performance of teams, projects, and operational processes, providing regular reports and recommendations for continuous improvement. Coordinates employee training on equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and on-the-job safety practices, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and fostering a safe and efficient work environment. Implements programs and initiatives to recognize employee achievements, boost morale, and encourage active participation in organizational goals. Ensures that all data within the asset and work management system is maintained and work orders updated in order to track maintenance work orders from complaint to completion. Plans work activities by estimating the amount of materials, equipment and employees necessary to complete work schedules crews, materials and equipment in a manner to maximize cost savings and e?ciency. Responds to citizen complaints and service requests by conducting site visits for all assigned cases, ensuring proper assessment, documentation, follow-up, and resolution.    Troubleshoots problems with design plans of projects or problems with the worksite itself. Collaborates with higher-level supervisors/managers and the engineering construction inspection and surveying staff at best determine the most effective construction methods based on material types and land features. Oversees the storage, inventory management, and distribution of materials, supplies, and equipment to maintain optimal availability and efficiency. Maintains various written records related to assigned projects. Responsible for employee work crew adhering to applicable quality and safety standards. Drives a County vehicle and/or personal vehicle to work sites in order to perform required duties. 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 procedures and types of equipment used in road construction and/or maintenance. Thorough knowledge of  occupational hazards in labor work and equipment operation and the necessity of applicable safety precautions. Knowledge of e?ective supervisory practices and techniques and personnel management.   Skill in computer operations including pertinent software applications, i.e.MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Strong problem-solving skills to identify and implement appropriate solutions. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to build and sustain strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners, fostering collaboration, ensuring project alignment, and effectively resolving issues to achieve shared goals. Ability to manage a major construction and/or maintenance work unit. Ability to plan, direct, schedule, and supervise personnel and equipment, including managing operational staff, enforcing and documenting disciplinary procedures, effectively appraising performance, and fostering employee development. Ability to understand, interpret and transmit/communicate as well as follow written and oral instructions on a daily basis. Ability to read and interpret working diagrams, sketches and simple blueprints. Ability to analyze current working practices and make recommendations to improve them. Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare detailed reports. Ability to troubleshoot operational issues effectively. 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. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and talk or hear. 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 occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and 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 moderately quiet in office setting and occasionally loud at work sites.   Supplemental Information Acceptable related experience and education: •Associate degree in related field and three years of experience in parks, building, grounds, or road and bridge maintenance/construction, including two of supervisory and/or lead-worker experience •Bachelor’s degree in related field and one year of supervisory and or lead worker experience in parks, building, grounds, or road and bridge maintenance/construction. Acceptable combination of education and experience in the management of infrastructure or public works projects—such as buildings, highways, roads, utilities, parks, conservation/forest lands, or facilities. A background in administration, project management, or leadership is highly desirable. Acceptable related education: Associate degrees: Construction Management Construction Technology Civil Engineering Technology Building Construction Technology Associates in Science Associates in Applied Science Engineering Technology Business Management Project Management Bachelor’s degrees: Construction Management Civil Engineering Building Construction Construction Engineering Business Management Project Management 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.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of any or a combination of civil engineering, development review, geographic information system, environmental engineering and management,  road design, computer operations, drafting, survey, and/or road construction inspection experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is experienced technical work in the areas of floodplain management, roadway engineering, design and construction. An employee assigned to this classification performs complex technical assignments in field surveying and construction layout, including developing and checking engineering computations. Work may involve supervising and assisting in compiling, analyzing and summarizing in report form of basic traffic, roadway, crash and/or maintenance inventory data. 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. Tests and assists in recording and processing research engineering data, preparing and fabricating test specimens, components, and test apparatus. Serves as crew member on location surveys and performs some instrument work and complex computations. Makes earthwork computations and computes grades and curves. Maintains roadway inventory and assigns new segment numbers. Maintains traffic count data for preparation of annual report. Gathers basic traffic and roadway sufficiency data; verifies report data prior to submission. Maintains traffic crash reporting system for preparation of annual report. Serves as technician in roadway construction plans preparation. Maintains right-of-way and tax maps, plat books, and as-built drawing files. Performs design drawing reproductions. 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 Knowledge of Floodplain management, or roadway and drainage construction. Skill in learning and using computers. Ability to calculate areas, volumes, and vertical curves. Ability to use trigonometry tables and solve triangles. Ability to apply complicated mathematical formulas to work problems. Ability to apply methods and practices of survey. Ability to understand standard specifications as they apply to work being done. 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, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; 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. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent and seven years progressively responsible administrative experience in the construction and maintenance of County highways and streets, including four years of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. 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 supervisory work managing the Public Works Operations Division. Which is responsible for maintaining all County maintained roads and related infrastructure. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible plans, organizes, directs, and controls the various activities of the Public Works Division, including but not limited to: setting and developing annual goals for the Division, developing and managing the Division’s budget, allocating and managing resources across Operational Units, maintaining all County-maintained roads and related infrastructure, and ensuring the efficient and effective management of all Division resources, including all staff, equipment, and materials. 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 an 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 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. Oversees vacancies, employee selection, onboarding, and placement within the Division’s Units to ensure workforce readiness. Supervises all County road and highway operations; supervises the building and reconstruction of streets and roads. Prepares written cost estimates, including equipment labor and materials, for budgets and projects.  Ensures that data within the asset and work management system is maintained and work orders updated in order to track maintenance work orders from complaint to completion.   Makes frequent inspections of all County maintained road ways to determine the maintenance needs of roadways surfaces, shoulders, structures, and drainage facilities; assigns employees to make such repairs. Checks daily with crews building, rebuilding and grading roads to ensure that the work is proceeding according to plan and to resolve any problems that may have arisen; makes regular and routine checks throughout the road system to determine needed repairs. Oversees the requisitions  of asphalt, limerock, gravel, sand and other materials used; Directs subordinate supervisors as needed in the asphaltic patching of streets and roads in the clearing of road rights-of-way and general grass mowing.  Acts as field superintendent; plans, lays out, and supervises all work including building and rebuilding bridges; installing culverts, laying and repairing pipe; cleaning and widening of canals and ditches, herbiciding, and planning in advance the positions of all heavy equipment and assigning operators. Meets with the general public to answer questions regarding operational activities in the area; receives public requests for information and complaints related to work activities; and discusses these requests and complaints directly with members of the public. Contacts local officials about maintenance and construction activities in their areas as directed by high level supervisor. Drives a County and/or 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 and standards associated with road construction repair and maintenance operations. Considerable knowledge in the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of all typical public works construction equipment. Ability to effectively lead and manage the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees. Ability to understand, interpret and effectively carry out written or oral instructions accompanied by construction plans. Ability to use computer programs to review records, analyze and interpert reports. 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, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. 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 occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and 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 moderately quiet in office setting and occasionally loud at work sites. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Requires completion of the eighth grade; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.  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 unskilled and limited semi-skilled work performing a variety of routine, non-machine tasks in maintaining County roads, bridges and right-of-ways throughout the County. Employees assigned to this classification are responsible for the satisfactory performance of manual labor, which may be of a heavy nature, but does not require a high degree of manipulative skill or previous experience to do an effective job. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences 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 a variety of maintenance work not requiring specialized knowledge and skill; sprays and trims foliage; cuts grass and weeds with hand tools and mowers; operates various types of small gasoline powered equipment; assists in planting trees and shrubbery ; and trims hedges and rakes leaves. Digs, spreads, and levels dirt and gravel, using pick and shovel. Lifts, carries, and holds building materials, tools, and supplies. Cleans tools, equipment, materials, and work areas. Mixes, pours, and spreads concrete, asphalt, gravel, and other materials using hand tools. Joins, wraps, and seals sections of pipe. Assists skilled workers in a variety of unskilled tasks; mixes concrete with shovel, using prescribed amounts of sand, cement and water; chops walls and makes openings for repair and reconstruction work. Clears ditches; digs ditches with shovels, builds retaining walls, places sandbags; clears brush from roadside; sweeps walks; removes refuse and paper from grounds. Loads and unloads heavy materials from trucks and vans; moves or aids in moving heavy boxes or equipment and large bulky objects. 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 Some knowledge of simple tools used in maintenance and construction. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to operate simple machinery. Sufficient physical strength and agility to do heavy manual labor, occasionally under adverse weather 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 walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 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 outdoor weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related program area. Preferred related program area experience  in human services, grant management, case management, working with senior citizens or targeted populations, and/or volunteer coordination ; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.  Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. 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. This is a grant  funded  position. There is no guarantee of permanent employment.   Position Summary This is entry-level administrative work assisting in the coordination and administration of specially assigned programs and/or projects in an Alachua County department.   An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for assisting in the planning, coordinating, directing and promoting of County programs and/or projects. Work may involve serving as liaison with other county, state, federal or community agencies and organizations. Work may also involve analyzing program issues, conducting program policy analysis, performing lower-level, limited program related research activities and performing specialized clerical activities including personnel, purchasing, record keeping and research or general assistance in the preparation of administrative assignments. 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. Assists in the participation and coordination with state, federal, county and other local agencies in the design, development and implementation of related programs and projects. Serves as liaison with federal, state, county and private agencies; conducts research and prepares analysis of various issues and policies. Attends program related meetings, workshops and conferences. Conducts special studies in conjunction with related program and/or project. Assists in the development of program related policies and procedures. Prepares written and statistical reports, studies and summaries where analysis of data is required. Maintains and participates in the maintenance and processing of records. Prepares correspondence for administrative superior. Assists in assembling data for annual budget preparation. Represents administrative superior at meetings and conferences.   Advises the general public, and other County employees of program policies and procedures. Operates County-owned motor vehicles, as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: The examples listed above 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 available governmental and community agency programs and resources. Knowledge of human services and the legal system. Knowledge of modern office practices, systems and equipment. Knowledge of agency policies, procedures and regulations related to the area of assignment. Skill in the use of office related equipment including a personal computer including word processing software, telephone, copier, and fax machine. Skill in the operation of motor vehicles. Ability to plan, direct and coordinate the work of subordinates as may be required by work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, and elected and appointed officials. 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; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 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 quiet. 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.

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.   Supplemental Information Experience working with clinical documentation data management systems desired. 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.

Minimum Qualifications                                                                       Bachelor's degree in health and human Services or a related field and two years of professional level experience with responsibility for a poverty reduction program and/or special initiatives ; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.   Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.   Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.  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.   This is a  grant  funded  position. There is no guarantee of permanent employment. Position Summary This is highly responsible administrative work managing a program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified departmental objectives. An employee assigned to this classification plans and develops methods and procedures for implementing program, directs and coordinates program activities, and may exercise control over subordinate employees for specific functions or phases of program. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor or manager 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, 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 interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing work-related complaints and resolving problems. Reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is accomplished toward specific program objectives. Modifies and/or changes methodology as required to redirect activities and attain objectives. Prepares program reports for superiors. Controls program expenditures in accordance with budget allocations. Determines program direction and develops appropriate policies and procedures. Determines data to be analyzed in maintaining program; selects and analyzes data; formulates program changes/direction based on analysis and recommends to department director. Develops and/or assists in development, implementation, and maintenance of program related computer programs. Responds to citizen inquiries/complaints regarding the operation of the program. Assists in monitoring of contracts related to the operation of the program. Coordinates activities dealing with local, state, and federal agencies. Represents departmental program area when necessary at public meetings. Evaluates current procedures and practices for accomplishing program objectives. Reviews and analyzes reports, records and directives. Coordinates activities of program area with related activities of other County departments. 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 current practices and principles of the program or program area. Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to the program or program area. Considerable knowledge of computer hardware and software requirements of program area. Ability to develop and implement operating policies and procedures. Ability to perform complex analysis of data and formulate recommendations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, contractors, local business owners, and elected officials. Ability to attain proficiency in the operation of computer hardware, software, and related programs. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare and organize written reports. Ability to generate necessary paperwork in accordance with local and state ordinances. Ability to plan and organize work and manage time. Ability to work independently with limited review. 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; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 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. Supplemental Information For Community Support Services:  Bachelor's degree in Health and Human Services or a related field and two years of professional level experience with responsibility for a poverty reduction program and/or special initiatives; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. 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.

Minimum Qualifications                                                Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred, in Urban and Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Traffic Engineering, Geography, Public Administration or related fields, and approximately five plus (5+) years of progressively responsible supervisory or project management experience in private or public sector urban planning, public administration in a transportation field or operation. Apply online with resume, cover  letter,  and contact information for five professional references by November 14 .  Apply to the link below: https://www.govhrusa.com/careers-page-govhr/?cjobid=KF31369393&rpid=1493636&postid=-p7QA1NRf6w Address to Jim Dinneen, MGT Approved Independent Executive RecruiterQuestions may be directed to Jim Dinneen at (386) 846-2612. Position Summary Executive Director Essential Functions Organize and staff the new MTPO agency; review current by-laws, policies and procedures for updates and revisions as needed Provide professional management, technical expertise, and fiscal oversight for MTPO operations Review and develop working knowledge of existing TPO plans, the Alachua 2050 model and area transportation work programs by local governments and the State Review transportation plans and programs to assess alignment with local goals and priorities and coordination needs  Address transportation needs and goals comprehensively as a multi-modal system Develop agency resources, modeling, and transportation plans that make a significant contribution to area transportation improvements Orient board members and inform their decision making; provide input for board development of goals and priorities Provide routine updates to the board regarding system projects and conditions Secure appropriate agency certifications Develop effective working relationships with board members, project partners, local and state transportation providers Develop the agency website to engage users and serve as a community resource to collect and share information Direct preparation of the long term 20 year transportation plan and prepare an update in first year after appointment Develop scope of service for contracts, negotiate terms, and oversee consultant performance Provide project management for large planning and corridor studies Collect data regarding transportation issues and conditions for analysis and interpretation  Prepare the agency budget and manage resources to meet board goals and priorities Provide regular reports on capital projects and expenditures Oversee preparation of grant applications Prepare presentations and reports that communicate sometimes complex information to a variety of audiences Provide opportunities for public input including workshops and surveys Serve as agency liaison to local governments, transportation agencies, and the public   Supervise and develop staff, set expectations, evaluate performance, and take appropriate action as warranted Monitor and analyze impacts of transportation projects and regulations which affect the region Provide technical assistance and support to transportation agencies    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.

Minimum Qualifications Alachua County is looking for a Full-time or Part-time Veterinarian to join our team!   Competitive salary up to $160,000/year , based on experience. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an institution accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Florida, or currently licensed and in good standing in another U.S. state with the ability to obtain Florida licensure within 30 days of a conditional offer of employment. 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 a pre-employment drug screen and 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 and high volume spay/neuter services. 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.  Provides qualified testimony and documentation in court concerning cases of neglect and cruelty, in accordance with County ordinance and State Statutes. 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. Develops and maintains partnerships with the Humane Society, Veterinary Community Outreach Program (V-COP), Operation Catnip, and other local humane agencies. 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 and care of animals. 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. 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. 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. 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 and potential exposure to zoonotic diseases (e.g., ringworm). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information 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.

Please submit a cover letter for consideration. About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.  At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.  Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:  Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 13 paid holidays per year  Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $165,000 - $180,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Washington National Opera (WNO) Senior Director of Major Gifts (DMG) reports directly to the WNO Managing Director of Advancement. This new position will oversee a team of three major gifts officers and an assistant manager of individual giving, and works closely with WNO leadership and Board of Trustees. The WNO Senior Director of Major Gifts and the WNO Major Gifts team are also part of the larger Kennedy Center Development group, which works collaboratively to assist each area in advancing their assigned goals, while also helping to achieve results for the entire institution.    The WNO DMG is directly responsible for managing a sizable portfolio of major Opera donors, including leadership-level contributors assigned to this portfolio, as well as prospects whom the DMG will be expected to identify and develop. Under the DMG’s creative and strategic leadership, the Major Gifts team will be expected to establish and achieve annual contributed income goals for WNO, inclusive of aspirational growth, and support special campaigns, including a seven-year, WNO 70th Anniversary Campaign, the purpose of which is to increase annual giving and grow the WNO Endowment and other special funds. In concert with WNO leadership, the DMG will guide the Major Gifts team in achieving its goals through the thoughtful identification, research, planning, cultivation, solicitation, and management of the individuals in their portfolios. The DMG will play a large role in ensuring a collaborative culture that will also help identify opportunities for professional development for the staff. The entire WNO Development department, supported by Kennedy Center Special Events, is also involved in the fundraising and administrative aspects of WNO’s annual gala, and the Major Gifts team additionally organizes cultivation events throughout the year designed to engage new prospects, encourage increased commitments, and enrich donor involvement. The DMG participates in shaping the gala and oversees the Major Gifts team’s involvement in its cultivation activities and post-event follow-through, tracking costs and ensuring an effective result. The ideal candidate manages their time, resources, and workload to maximize productivity and financial results; exercises discretion; has proven success managing a high-end portfolio of individual donors; is entrepreneurial, creative, self-driven, and responsive to donor/prospects needs and interests; has exceptional verbal and written communication skills; is understanding and comfortable with complex internal and external relationships; is flexible and willing to switch gears as new opportunities arise that could advance the mission and goals of the Opera; and appreciates the value of collaborating across a matrixed organization to make the best use of the expertise of other departments to effect positive change and achieve shared goals. Key Responsibilities Maintain and grow a sizeable portfolio of Trustees and other high-level donors and prospects by managing and stewarding their philanthropic engagement, growth and involvement, and by encouraging and developing their appreciation for and enjoyment of the art form to enrich their opera-going experience and strengthen their financial commitment. In concert with the Managing Director of Advancement, Director of Individual Giving and Operations, and the Major Gifts team, the DMG helps establish WNO’s annual fundraising goals grounded in well-considered realities combined with strategic planning and aspirational growth. Meets regularly with the WNO Major Gifts team and leadership to creatively strategize and identify opportunities to secure ongoing and new major gifts and sponsorships. Collaborates with other Kennedy Center fundraising teams (e.g., membership, corporate, Circles, etc.) to deepen relationships and identify opportunities for cross-selling. Provides leadership, guidance, and feedback to the Major Gifts team to ensure a high-performing collaborative working group that meets or exceeds goals. Guides the team in best practices in all areas of fundraising, including written and verbal communications, prospect research, proposals, meetings, events, and donor engagement, and helps positively elevate skills as needed. Helps define and manage the annual gala and cultivation events. With the Managing Director of Advancement, co-leads weekly Major Gifts team meetings and strategic planning sessions, and co-leads or helps organize periodic staff trainings and professional development workshops. Works with the Managing Director of Advancement and Director of Individual Giving and Operations to evaluate and implement long-term goals and strategies, and to foster a team centered around clarity, kindness, and people-first management. Actively promotes a collegial and collaborative working relationship among Kennedy Center and WNO colleagues. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Minimum 7 - 10 years in development, with proven experience managing a portfolio of major donors and with at least 5 - 7 of those years in a supervisory capacity overseeing a high-performance major gifts team that met or exceeded shared goals. Knowledge of broad fundraising principles, standard accounting procedures, development trends, prospect research, non-profit management, and Boards is essential. An understanding of large cultural institutions is beneficial. Experience and comfort managing Board contributions and working with Trustees on goal-setting, donor cultivation, and strategic planning. Experience developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies in a timely fashion and with flexibility as donor interests or organizational priorities shift. Self-motivated, creative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial. Ability to delegate, multi-task, and deftly interact with a variety of personalities, internally and externally. Ability and confidence to work without close supervision, to foresee development trends, and to proactively participate in strategy meetings. Ability to collaborate across a matrixed organization to make best use of the expertise of other departments to effect positive change and achieve shared goals. Superior organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate persuasively, in person and in writing. Experience with Tessitura and/or other CRM systems. Interest in and knowledge of music, opera, and the arts is helpful. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.  Candidate must be willing to work onsite.  Additional Information Working outside of normal business hours (evenings and weekends) is expected during the performance seasons, primarily during WNO performances and events, and to assist with Kennedy Center and National Symphony Orchestra events if needed. Other than when out of office at donor meetings or for other business, normal hours are in-office. The WNO/Kennedy Center environment is a large, vibrant, faced-paced setting that values creativity, initiative, efficiency, diversity, and teamwork. ABOUT WASHINGTON NATIONAL OPERA Led by General Director Timothy O’Leary and internationally-acclaimed stage director and WNO Artistic Director, Francesca Zambello, Washington National Opera celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2026. Each season, the $24 million company produces five innovative mainstage productions—from the classics to the rare to the contemporary—and an annual holiday opera for families. Since 2012, the company’s much-lauded American Opera Initiative has commissioned and produced 36 twenty-minute operas, three each year, from emerging composers and librettists, and 7 hour-long operas, 6 of which have subsequently been seen at companies across the U.S. WNO’s Cafritz Young Artists program is considered one of the finest resident training and career advancement programs in the world, offering singers on the verge of international careers intensive coaching, career guidance, and—importantly—supporting roles in WNO mainstage productions and leading roles in the American Opera Initiative world premieres. WNO and the Kennedy Center annually celebrate the Marian Anderson Award given to a young American singer who has achieved initial success in opera, oratorio, or recital repertory with an annual recital, and WNO, in concert with Kennedy Center Education, oversee the WNO Opera Institute, a summer training program for high school singers. WNO further extends its mission into the community with programs throughout the year in churches, community centers, at the Library of Congress and other major institutions, with the tech community, and with teens at the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Center.

Minimum Qualifications                          Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years general office/clerical and/or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.  Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.   SKILLS TESTING REQUIRED – Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required skills testing scores will be referred to the next step in the recruitment for this position.  This position requires a passing score on the following four County's skills assessment tests:   Typing Test with 35cwpm, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Email Etiquette and Attention to Detail assessment with a minimum score of moderate knowledge.    The assessment tests can be taken in person or online/remotely through the CareerSource North Central Florida.  The applicant must contact CareerSource North Central Florida at  assessment@careersourcencfl.com to arrange testing.   Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office via email at  achr@alachuacounty.us no later than five business days after the posting closes. CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid only for a period of 2 years from the date of testing.   Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is technical, clerical, and supervisory work receiving and processing building permits and administrative zoning reviews for the  Growth Management Department. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for training and supervising subordinate staff; reviewing permit applications for correct information and completeness; referring citizens to the appropriate area if additional information is necessary; coordinating interdepartmental flow of applications/statements; notifying affected citizens of possible changes; and coordinating general service delivery with the Growth Management Department, Building Division. 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. 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. Assists citizens with completing applications for building permits and receives and reviews applications from citizens. Prepares and maintains records of all applications.  Answers citizen questions over the telephone and at the counter, assists citizens in obtaining necessary information to complete applications; refers to other departments as needed. Instructs customers on requirements from other agencies in order for a building permit to be issued such as pre-application screening, development plan approval, municipal zoning letters and driveway permits. Enters necessary application information into computer and locates property by legal description. Collects fees, issues receipts and prepares transmittal reports and bank deposits for delivery to Finance and Accounting. Provides current zoning information and verifies property location for setback requirements. Coordinates flow of permits between departments for required approvals. Notifies permit applicants of deficiencies or additional information required; elicits and records any comments. 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 permit and zoning application requirements and applicable fees. Considerable knowledge of County building and zoning codes ordinances, plat law, and policies and procedures. Considerable knowledge of mapping methods and techniques. Knowledge of general office practices and procedures. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees. Ability to prepare reports and maintain records. Ability to research records and documents and compile information for submission to the Board of County Commissioners. Ability to read maps and plot legal descriptions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and deal courteously with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, owners and the general public using tact and good judgment. Ability to read and understand complicated plans and blueprints. Ability to work under stressful conditions and with frequent interruptions. 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, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk. 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 is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information Knowledge and experience in the construction industry and/or International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certification desired but not required. 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.

Minimum Qualifications We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Risk Specialist to join our Risk Management team. This position plays a vital role in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks that could impact the organization, with a strong focus on insurance claims and workplace safety. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing insurance claims (e.g., workers' compensation, general liability, property, auto) and a solid understanding of safety programs, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA). You will work cross-functionally with internal departments, insurance providers, legal counsel, and third-party administrators to resolve claims efficiently, reduce loss exposure, and promote a safe work environment. You will also assist in the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies, analyze claims data to identify trends, and support training efforts to educate employees on risk and safety best practices. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about protecting people and assets, and who thrives in a role that blends analytical thinking with real-world impact. Associate degree from an accredited college or university and two years general office/clerical and/or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. SKILLS TESTING REQUIRED – Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required skills testing scores will be referred to the next step in the recruitment for this position.  This position requires a passing score on the following four County's skills assessment tests: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Attention to Detail assessment with a minimum score of moderate knowledge.    The assessment tests can be taken in person or online/remotely through the CareerSource North Central Florida.  The applicant must contact CareerSource North Central Florida at assessment@careersourcencfl.com to arrange testing.   Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office via email at achr@alachuacounty.us no later than five business days after the posting closes. CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid only for a period of 2 years from the date of testing.   Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. 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. Position Summary This is highly specialized and complex administrative support work for Risk Management in the administration of employee benefits, workers compensation and liability claims, and insurance. An employee assigned to this classification is expected to make decisions and act independently in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. Supervisor may review non-routine decisions. 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 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. Enters benefits information into the applicable payroll systems and into third party vendor sites. Assists in reviewing complaints or requests for services from the general public or other County departments; routes requests and complaints to the correct Risk Management employee/sector for response. Schedules appointments for higher level supervisors; arranges travel schedule and makes   travel reservations. Assists in the preparation, recommendation and monitoring of departmental budget and prepares reports and statistical data. Assists in the preparation of payroll, and other fiscal and statistical data.   Prepares and tracks Employee Action Forms (EAF) for the Risk Management division. Prepares and files office/departmental paperwork such as Board of County Commissioners Agenda items, correspondence, reports, forms, meeting agendas and related material. Takes and transcribes minutes as required. Processes all incoming and outgoing office/departmental mail and insures all correspondence is properly distributed. Prepares, interprets and maintains department policy and procedure manuals and interprets complex and detailed data. Manages the vendor certificate insurance program for Risk Management.Maintains all Risk Management documents on the Intranet, Internet, and databases; scans and indexes documents to databases. Tracks solicitations and contracts approaching the end of their term and coordinates renewal with applicable personnel. Administers the Risk Management bond program; produces biannual reports on bonds for analysis. Develops and conducts training for departments regarding policies and procedures relating to Risk Management. Identifies problem areas and recommends ways to improve efficiency of Risk Management. Assists Risk Management personnel with daily duties including site visit reporting, wellness event scheduling, and setting up open enrollment. Ensures Risk Management records are accurate and maintained within state and federal requirements for records retention and auditing; prepares Records Destruction documentation as required. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle in order to perform related duties. 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 Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and County enterprise resource planning system. Ability to utilize appropriate vocabulary, grammar, spelling, punctuation and accuracy in written correspondence, manuals, reports and publications. Ability to be adaptable, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Ability to respond appropriately and impartially to inquiries and provide adequate and appropriate information. Ability to educate and train internal/external customers. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain accurate, efficient filing systems. Ability to manage, plan, organize and coordinate Risk Management activities. Ability to plan and organize workload to meet deadlines. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, departments, and vendors, and general public. Ability to follow established policies and procedures. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to analyze a variety of Risk Management problems, to make sound recommendations for solutions and toprepare working procedures. 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 or hear; reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includeclose 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.

Minimum Qualifications Associate of science degree in computer science or a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, and one year of programming experience; or any equivalent combination of directly related education, training and/or experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is professional technical work programming and designing management information systems in the Department of  Information and Telecommunication Services. An employee assigned to this classification performs a variety of tasks relating to systems design, computer processing and information documentation for an assigned project team. 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. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Modifies system and existing programs to produce information and reports in response to user needs. Assists team members in developing new and/or revised systems by writing programs.   Analyzes information objectives and/or needs and prepares system flow charts for achieving desired reports. Analyzes input requirements and designs output reports based on user needs.  Works with Programmers providing technical assistance and training to provide desired information to users. Writes advanced programs and completes testing and debugging to produce desired information. Analyzes information from users to modify and/or simplify current operating systems.   Exudes   a positive customer service focus. 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 programming language. Considerable knowledge of major types of computer processing equipment for business, technical and statistical processing. Considerable knowledge of information research techniques and available resources. Knowledge of statistical concepts and advanced mathematics. Ability to visualize the flow of data through the system and deal with abstractions in order to develop a sequence of operations. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Ability to interface systems accurately. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department directors, 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. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Completion of the eighth grade and six months experience in laboring work; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. 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. Weekend work will be required. Position Summary This is semi-skilled manual work in the maintenance and upkeep of County parks and facilities and/or roadway trees and plants . An employee assigned to this classification performs a variety of tasks including the care and maintenance of grounds; the operation of lawn maintenance equipment; the repair and construction of park equipment; and care of plants, trees, and other landscaping materials in the county parks; performs general clerical functions, cash handling, and customer service. 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. Cleans, plants, fertilizes, sprinkles, mows, edges and otherwise maintains park grounds. Cuts, trims, prunes, clears, stakes and irrigates trees and shrubbery as necessary for proper growth, health, density and appearance. Plants, transplants, and removes trees, shrubs, plants and flowers. Cleans sidewalks and parking areas. Operates riding and tractor mowers, small front end loaders, backhoes, bucket trucks, and light trucks. Performs routine and preventive maintenance service on equipment. Picks up trash and disposes at appropriate sites. Inspects parks and play areas to determine and prioritize maintenance needs. Repairs playground equipment, picnic tables, pavilions and rest rooms. Performs repair work on park facilities and/or amenities. Assists in painting, plumbing work, electrical and maintenance duties in parks. Monitors assigned park areas and advises supervisor when non-routine repairs are needed. Operates truck and trailer combinations hauling equipment, materials, debris and supplies. Operates tree spade and small construction equipment, small dump truck, backhoe and other small construction equipment. Loads and unloads materials from trucks. Performs routine office work of limited complexity involving the performance of general clerical functions, cash handling, and customer service.   Provides courteous, prompt and knowledgeable customer service to the public in parks and county rental facilities. Schedules facility and ensures documents are finalized; collects fees for rental of parks facilities and amenities. Maintains assigned park facilities in clean and sanitary conditions; picks up trash and disposes at appropriate sites, restocks, and cleans restroom facilities, sidewalks and parking areas. Assists other crew members in varied work assignments. May lead and/or participate in park maintenance training. 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 Knowledge of general gardening, grounds keeping, and nursery practices. Knowledge of methods and tools used in grounds keeping, nursery and landscaping work. Knowledge of trades methods and practices for construction and maintenance repairs. Skill in the use and care of gardening and/or nursery tools and equipment. Ability to perform manual labor out of doors under sometimes adverse weather conditions. Ability to operate equipment such as weedeaters, chain saws, mowers, small dump trucks, backhoe, bucket truck, and small construction equipment. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to reconcile daily transactions.       Ability to operate cash register and credit card machine. Ability to work effectively, and efficiently, under limited, indirect supervision. 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 use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 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 in excess of 100 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 regularly works near moving mechanical parts, and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Work is performed on a flexible rotating work week which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. 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.

Minimum Qualifications                         Bachelor's degree in forestry, arboriculture, or plant sciences such as botany or horticulture or a related field, and two years' experience in tree protection and management, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.  Must possess International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist Certification, or must obtain within one year of hire date. 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 professional and technical work in the implementation and maintenance of the tree protection and landscaping ordinances for Alachua County. An employee assigned to this classification plans, organizes, manages, and directs the functions associated with the protection of trees and implementation of good forestry and landscaping practices. Responsible for proper implementation of and compliance with the tree protection ordinance and landscaping ordinance of Alachua County. 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 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. Ensures proper implementation of the tree protection ordinance for the protection of trees and the landscaping ordinance for implementation of good forestry and landscaping practices through the development plan review process. Investigates public complaints and advises general public on care and maintenance of trees. Reviews and comments on development plans for compliance with County policy for adequate tree protection and tree canopy preservation.  In addition, reviews include landscape plan analysis for compliance with County Comprehensive Plan and Unified Land Development Code.    Conducts field investigations and interviews and provides assistance to the public relating to implementation of the tree protection and landscaping ordinances for land development. Inspects construction work in progress to ensure compliance with landscape specifications, to approve quality of materials and work, and to advise client and construction personnel on landscape features. Advises general public, developers, and contractors on requirements of appropriate County ordinances; reviews County development projects and provides recommendations on tree related items; inspects encroachment permits affecting trees. Develops and implements amendments or changes to the tree protection and landscaping ordinances, as required. Prepares preliminary and final reports based on research, interviews, and/or field investigations.  Drives a County vehicle and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties. 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  Extensive knowledge of current Urban Forestry and landscape design principles and practices. Thorough knowledge of arboricultural principles and practices, especially as applied to the planting, care, and maintenance of trees. Knowledge of and ability to apply tree appraisal techniques, including the relationship of planned, natural, and built environments. Knowledge and competence in forest management, silviculture, reforestation, watershed management, botany, plant physiology, entomology, landscape design, pathology, and plant and tree anatomy. Knowledge of local, state and federal rules, regulations, and ordinances related to environmental protection and vegetation management. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in arboriculture. Ability to analyze emergency situations quickly and accurately and respond with an appropriate course of action. Ability to understand and ensure compliance with laws, ordinances, rules and regulations governing all types of Urban Forestry and Landscaping practices.  Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing; including public speaking and presentations and the preparation of written reports and memoranda. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, employees, supervisors, other government agencies and the general public. Ability to analyze and evaluate departmental programs, procedures and policies to ensure services are delivered efficiently and effectively. Knowledge of computers and relevant software.  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 and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and be mobile. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color 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 occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. 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.

Minimum Qualifications                                               Master's  Degree in  counseling, psychology or related mental health field. Licensure in mental health, marriage and family counseling or any related mental health field is required within three years of employment.   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. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education requirement may be considered for trainee status. Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a  Level 2 background check as specified by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Successful 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 responsible professional crisis intervention counseling work providing mobile response team services, and the ongoing development, training and support of the Crisis Center's mobile response program in the County's Crisis Center and onsite throughout the community.   An employee assigned to this classification reviews the daily processing of crisis calls, mobile response calls, care plans, follow up contacts and warm hand offs to community providers. 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.  Provides trauma sensitive and strength based mobile response crisis intervention services to the community with a specific focus on youth and families.   Provides direct service through mobile response, crisis phone line, face to face counseling, and/or telehealth services as needed, both on planned basis and in emergencies.   Provides clients and families with prompt screening, assessment, crisis intervention support, and linkage to community services.   Develops care plans for mobile response clients and their families focused on strategies to reduce individual and family stressors and for maintaining stabilization.   Provides care coordination by enlisting the consultation of psychiatric providers and other mental health/social service organizations and transitioning care via a warm hand off when possible and appropriate.   Coordinates ongoing in-service trainings and debriefs for mobile response team members.   Ensures team compliance with policy and procedures.   Provides supervision and clinical training to graduate students toward their certification and/or licensure.   Assists all staff and volunteers, through individual and group conferences, in analyzing mobile response cases, client concerns, and the ongoing coordination of care, case problems and in improving their diagnostic and helping skills.   Informs citizens and community organizations about the Crisis Center's mobile response team, crisis intervention services and suicide prevention programs that are available to the community.   Collaborates with local agencies to coordinate client care as well as to develop and implement community-wide strategies to address mental health issues.   Collects and organizes feedback from each individual and family regarding the service delivery to improve outcomes of care that inform, individualize, and improve provider service delivery.   Provides in-service training for experienced workers in areas such as advanced mobile response and crisis intervention skills, new policies, procedures, and regulations including those related to trauma informed care, cultural and linguistic competency. Represents department in community or in interagency activities. Conducts and/or directs staff development programs. Continuously reviews current caseload. Counsels and refers clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community as appropriate. Supervises and continuously evaluates, assists, and advises crisis intervention volunteers, practicum and internship graduate students. Ensures the  proper  tracking  of  data  and   statistical  information  related  to  the  mobile response team program.   Provides after-hours on-call and in person supervision for mobile response team and all Crisis Center workers.   Collaborates with local agencies to develop and implement community-wide strategies to address mental health issues.   Coordinates and assists with implementation of mobile response program policies and procedures.   Coordinates   activities,   groups and    internal   projects   geared toward   personal and professional development of mobile response team, volunteers, graduate students and staff.   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  the  operation of community crisis intervention programs.   Considerable   knowledge   of   current   techniques,   principles   and    practices    of   mobile response, crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs.   Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing programs.   Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural and linguistic competency.   Ability to work with and counsel suicidal/distraught clients and work within a family driven and youth guided collaborative model.   Ability to function in a team setting.   Ability to train, supervise and appraise volunteers and students.   Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergencies.   Ability to coordinate and supervise volunteers and students in emergency situations.   Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.   Ability to   make    public   presentations   before   community   organizations    about   the program.   Ability to develop and   maintain good   working relationships with assisting   agencies, other County departments, employees 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. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile.   The   employee may   occasionally lift and/or   move    up   to 10   pounds. Specific   vision abilities required for this job include close vision, and distance 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.   The Crisis Center operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and employees in this position will be required to work various hours and days of the week.   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.

Minimum Qualifications                                                       Bachelor's degree in business management, facilities management, and/or related field and two years of related work experience; or any combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. 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 professional work managing the improvements, renovation, upgrades and repairs of all Facilities Preservation County Capital Projects in the Department of Facilities Management. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for working independently on a variety of projects exercising considerable judgment and working closely with building  professionals, such as architects,  consultants, engineers and contractors and has extensive contact with County Agencies and Officials. 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, 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. Schedules and directs project startup conferences and progress meetings between architect and contractor as required. Schedules, records, and directs meetings between County agencies, contractors, consultants and architects; acts as liaison consultant, contractors, and customers  on all project management matters. Monitors contractors in regards to obtaining and maintaining all the necessary permits, fees and notices. Works with the County's various departments to ensure that the contracts presented to the vendors for signature, and recommended for Board of County Commissioners approval, are comprehensive and are in the best interest of the County. Monitors the owner's responsibility including project management over contract relationship with the architect, engineers, and contractors. Monitors the contractor's estimated progress schedule for projects and prepares monthly reports on the status of the schedule and budget. Reviews Facilities Preservation projects in phases, including necessary plans for temporary facilities and permanent relocation. Reviews and recommends approval of all contractor's applications for payment. Reviews all change orders with contractors and recommends approval. Coordinates Facilities Preservation work.   Operates various project tracking software programs.   Monitors and maintains budgets for Facilities Preservation capital projects.  Initiates preservation project work orders within the department's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Reviews project close out to ensure receipt of warranties, operation and maintenance manuals and as-built drawings. Upon project completion, produces a close-out/turnover checklist to transition the facility from the project to facilities maintenance and building services; including all operations and maintenance (O&M) documents, warranties, cleaning requirements, etc.  Operates a County vehicle and/or personal vehicle for County business for Facilities Preservation capital projects. 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 all areas of building repairs and improvements; the materials and  methods used  in building repairs; and  the stages of building improvements when possible defects and violations may  be most easily  observed and  corrected. Considerable knowledge of County and State laws, codes and ordinances governing building, electrical and plumbing standards. Considerable knowledge of building codes as they apply to builders and owners. Knowledge of basic architectural principles. Knowledge of project management and best practices. Knowledge of principles, elements and specifications contained in legal construction and building improvements documents, or contracts.  Ability to interpret legal construction drawings and building documents/contracts in order to monitor maintenance and building improvements progress and ensure compliance with those documents. Ability to read blue prints. Ability to prepare and maintain reports and records. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to plan and organize work and effectively manage time on a variety of continuing projects.  Ability to make effective, professional decisions based on the available facts using considerable independent judgment and a required knowledge and experience in the field of building construction. Ability to understand the budget of a Facilities Preservation capital project and to recognize potential cost impacts related to construction changes. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County agencies and building improvement professionals such as architects and contractors as well as supervisors and co-workers. Ability to operate a County and/or personal vehicle while adhering to the Alachua County Motor Vehicle Operation Policy. 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 stand; walk; sit; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 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 occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. 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.