Requisition No: 789386

Agency: Economic Opportunity

Working Title: EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE II - 40047026

Position Number: 40047026

Salary: agency to update

Posting Closing Date: 01/16/2023

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) works across the state to support Florida’s economy, robust and talented workforce and our local communities. We are dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters.

In collaboration with our partners, we salute our nation’s veterans and are honored to have the opportunity to support them and their family members by encouraging them to apply for positions at DEO that fit their skill sets.

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. (TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771 or the Florida Relay Service – 711.)

Let DEO’s mission become yours. To find out more about us, click on the link: http://www.floridajobs.org/

The Work You Will Do:

As a Lead Mobile Driver, you will be a key member of the DEO Regional Team. You will be in charge of the Mobile Team and direct their day-to-day activities. This position performs specialized work as a member of the South Florida Workforce Program Mobile Unit Team, serving as the team lead driver (Lead Mobile Driver) responsible for the safe operation and coordination of the mobile units to specified locations in the region. As the Lead Mobile Driver, you will be responsible for the safe operation and coordination, scheduling, deployment, management, and delivery and return of the mobile units to specified locations in the region. Duties may include but not be limited to the following: driving the mobile unit, setting up and breaking down the communication/computer remote workstations, satellite internet connection, an interactive SMART board audio-visual system, which involves squatting, bending, crawling, pushing and lifting. In this roll, you take directions from the Operations & Management Consultant II as well as the DEO Program Manager.

The Difference You Will Make:

Responsible for assisting Miami-Dade and Monroe County citizens in finding employment, help create and update resumes, conducts on-site interviews and provides a range of testing and assessment services they need to become job-ready.

How You Will Grow:

DEO encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with our Office of HR Training and with our Division of Workforce Training Unit. In accordance with

DEO’s Vision and Mission, the employee:

These expectations are for all our employees, and you will be expected to model these as a leader. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

Where You Will Work:

Miami-Dade County the most southern portion of the main land of Florida. According to a 2019 census report, the county had a population of 2,716,940, making it the most populous county in Florida and the seventh-most populous county in the United States. It is also Florida's third largest county in terms of land area, with 1,946 square miles (5,040 km2). The county seat is Miami, the principal city in South Florida.

Miami-Dade County is one of the three counties in South Florida that make up the Miami metropolitan area, which was home to an estimated 6,198,782 people in 2018. By population, Miami-Dade is the largest majority-minority county in the United States with over 69.4% of the population being of Hispanic and Latino descent.

The county is home to 34 incorporated cities and many unincorporated areas. The northern, central and eastern portions of the county are heavily urbanized with many high-rise buildings along the coastline, including South Florida's central business district, Downtown Miami. Southern Miami-Dade County includes the Redland and Homestead areas, which make up the agricultural economy of the region. Agricultural Redland makes up roughly one third of Miami-Dade County's inhabited land area, and is sparsely populated a stark contrast to the densely populated, urban northern portion of the county.

Miami Dade County includes portions of two national parks. Everglades National Park to the west, which is inhabited by the Miccosukee Indians and to the east, you will find Biscayne National Park and Aquatic Preserve.

We are known for some of the state’s best-known beaches including Miami Beach and its famous Art Deco hotel district. Haulover Beach regularly hosts kite-making workshops and sells kites, which are perfect to fly in the grassy area overlooking Biscayne Bay. Bal Harbour Beach is a laid-back stretch of sand is fringed with luxury condominiums and five-star hotels, has a jogging path winds around the mile-long beach, shaded by palms. Anglers often fall in love the jetty at north end of beach which tourists and locals alike can be found in the tiny cafes in the nearby Town of Surfside or the elegant bistros in Bal Harbour Shops on any given day of the week. Surfside Beach is one of the few beaches in Miami Dade County that has no commercial properties encroaching on the sand – no hotels, no shops, no restaurants blocking the mile long view of the lovely sand beach.

Your Official Miami and Miami Beach Guide (miamiandbeaches.com)

Miami-Dade County (miamidade.gov)

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA IS MORE THAN A PAYCHECK!!

* State Group Insurance coverage options+ * Retirement plan options, including employer

(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options) contributions (FYI, please click www.myfrs.com)

* Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year * Annual and Sick Leave Benefits

* Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required) * Flexible Spending Accounts

* Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) * Ongoing comprehensive training provided

* Career Growth * Highly skilled, professional environment

+For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

At DEO, we salute our heroes. We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nation’s veterans and their family members by encouraging them to apply for positions at DEO that fit their skill sets. Let DEO’s mission become yours.

This position’s advertisement may also be viewed by registering on the Employ Florida website at http://www.employflorida.com/.

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. (TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771 or the Florida Relay Service – 711.)

If you think you have been subjected to unlawful discrimination, you may file a complaint within 180 days from the date of the alleged violation with either the recipient’s Equal Opportunity Officer, or the Director, Civil Rights Center:

Pay: $41,197.00

As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state and national law enforcement records.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION.

The Mobile Lead is responsible for the coordination and the delivery all activities regarding the Mobile Team in Region 23 (Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties).

YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must have knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the labor exchange process, strong customer relations skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in accordance with local/state/federal policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate experience and knowledge about workforce programs, services, and available resources.
• Computer application skills, working knowledge/experience using Microsoft applications.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective customer service and the ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Skilled in group presentations, workshop instruction and/or facilitation.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of counseling and case management.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work independently by planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work relatively independently at times and with supervision as needed.
• Demonstrate good judgment in driving the mobile unit.

THE HIRED CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING

THIS POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING JOB RELATED REQUIREMENTS

• Must become certified as a Workforce Development Professional (Tier 1) within 2 weeks of appointment.
• Required to travel locally and must furnish own transportation.
• Required to possess a valid class E driver’s license with excellent driving history is required with no points within the prior 24 months
• Experience in operating an RV or large vehicle (over 20’ in length).
• Required to attain the State of Florida Tier 1 certification within one (1) year of hire date.
• After the first year, incumbents must maintain current Tier 1 certification by completing 15 continuing education credits annually.
• Must be able to work evening and weekends, as needed.
• Ability to lift and handle items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, crawl, push, lift and reach to establish remote workstations

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.