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MyFlorida LABOR, EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SPECIALIST - 79011235 in JACKSONVILLE, Florida
LABOR, EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SPECIALIST - 79011235
Date: May 15, 2024
Location:
JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32207
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Requisition No: 829383
Agency: Business and Professional Regulations
Working Title: LABOR, EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SPECIALIST - 79011235
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 79011235
Salary: Bi-weekly Hiring Salary: $1,467.90- $1,609.20
Posting Closing Date: 05/31/2024
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DIVISION OF REGULATION
LABOR, EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SPECIALIST
Position Number: 79011235
Bi-weekly Hiring Salary: $1,467.90- $1,609.20
INTERNAL STATE PERSONNEL OPPORTUNITY
ANTICIPATED VACANCY
Our Organization and Mission:
License efficiently. Regulate fairly. Florida counts on DBPR to ensure a lot of important matters are handled well. They range from the safety of food service to the integrity of real estate transactions, the standards of racing to the transparency of condominium governance, and of course, the qualifications of licensure that ensure work requiring a skilled professional is performed safely and sufficiently. Our stakeholders include these professionals and their customers alike.
Under the direction of Secretary Melanie Griffin, the agency oversees many of Florida’s professions and industries in the areas above, and many more which can be seen on our website: http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/ .
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for performing regulatory and compliance duties involving child labor related activities under Chapter 450, Part I, Florida Statutes in the Jacksonville Field Office. The incumbent in this position is responsible for performing duties in support of the Child Labor enforcement and compliance initiative. These duties include but are not limited to:
Conducts on-site investigations of complaints relating to youth employment to determine compliance with Chapter 450, Part I, Florida Statutes. Compiles and analyzes evidence of infractions through in-depth review of payroll records, conducts and interviews Subjects as necessary, prepares investigative reports of findings, and submits to the Child Labor Program staff for appropriate action. Issues notice of investigations, warnings and follow-up correspondence which may include notice of unfounded or in compliance notifications.
Conducts educational workshops/seminars, through written materials, telephone contacts, and program presentations for employers, employees, Florida Board of Education, schools, parents, and the general public. May coordinate and/or work with outside agencies on matters relating to the employment of minors working in the workforce . May refer complaints and apparent violations outside of our enforcement authority to appropriate state, federal and local law enforcement agencies including, but not limited to; USDOL (Wage & Hour), OSHA and Workers Compensation .
Conducts scheduled and unscheduled compliance inspections of employer businesses and regional sweeps . Evaluates, analyzes, compiles, and records investigative reports which may include, but are not limited to, payroll audits and spreadsheets.
Conducts fact-finding conferences, takes testimony from parties regarding complaints and witnesses. Assists Department's legal staff in the preparation and prosecution of cases, and attends formal and informal hearings, giving testimony concerning investigations.
The Difference You Will Make:
At DBPR, you will always have an opportunity to make a difference in the daily lives of Floridians and the communities where they live and work. As an employee, you help to “make DBPR and Florida great places to do business.” To that end we will invest in you, treat our licensees as valued customers and partners, and uphold laws that protect the public and Florida’s competitive marketplace.
How You Will Grow:
DBPR employees are expected to uphold these seven core values: Accountability, Innovation, Integrity, Ownership, Responsiveness, Respect and Teamwork. In turn, we will involve you on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
Pay:
Employees are normally hired at the minimum of the range.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Ability to compile, organize and analyze data.
Ability to interpret and apply laws, statutes policies and regulations.
Ability to conduct investigations in the field to gather evidence.
Ability to conduct research and fact finding interviews to secure accurate information.
Ability to write detailed chronological reports.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in different driving environments.
Ability to work flexible hours with occasional regional overnight travel.
Possess analytical skills necessary to identify violations of statutes and rules and identify elements of the alleged violations.
Ability to use available technology including computer software, hardware and data systems.
Proficient in windows based computer software programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to speak in public forums.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Minimum Qualifications:
The selected incumbent should possess the following:
Associates’ degree from an accredited college or university in an regulatory-related field;or
Two (2) or more years of regulatory-related experience. Experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education;and
The ability to work flexible hours with regional travel and occasional overnight travel;and
A valid Drivers’ License is required.
NOTE: If you are the selected candidate for this position and hold a current license through the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, you may be required to place your license in an inactive status.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number and date of birth in order to conduct this background check.
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.
Applicants are required to apply online through the People First system by the closing date. All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement. If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DBPR Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 487-2074. DBPR requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
SPECIAL REMINDERS:
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov .
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation values the sacrifices
veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports
the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.
A candidate for veterans’ preference who believes he or she was not afforded employment preference may file a complaint in accordance with Rule 55A-7.016, F.A.C., with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Veterans’ Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL, 33778. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs has also established an email where people can electronically file claims or ask questions. The email is veteranspreference@fdva.state.fl.us .
We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market:Jacksonville