REHAB SERVICES DIST ADMIN-BLIND -SES - 48007201 (BLIND SERVICES)

Requisition No: 831220 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: REHAB SERVICES DIST ADMIN-BLIND -SES - 48007201 (BLIND SERVICES)

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 48007201 

Salary:  $55,000.00 - 58,683.00 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 07/18/2024 

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DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES
LOCATION:DAYTONA BEACH (VOLUSIA COUNTY)  

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A LEVEL 2 BACKGROUND SCREENING IS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY.

ALL EMPLOYMENT GAPS MUST BE EXPLAINED AND INCLUDED WITH WORK HISTORY WHEN APPYING.

THIS IS A STATE OF FLORIDA SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE (SES) POSITION.

Job Description

This position is responsible for managing, overseeing and directing district staff while demonstrating accountability and support towards the goals of the agency leadership and communicating the same to other employees. The incumbent will be expected to model, demonstrate and guide other employees in the use of the principals of flexibility, adaptability and approachability – while adhering to applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures.

Examples of Work

• Communicate with, motivate, provide or coordinate training and direct the work of subordinates. 
• Complete timely performance appraisals, develop timely and accurate work plans and timely approve monthly attendance and leave for each subordinate. 
• Make hiring recommendations as well as disciplinary recommendations.
• Utilize effective counseling and coaching strategies in accordance with agency personnel policies and procedures to ensure acceptable job performance of subordinates. Keep Program Administrator of Client Services and Personnel Administrator advised of personnel issues that may require corrective action.
• Meet at least quarterly with each subordinate to discuss job performance to ensure each employee is fully aware of their level of performance as it relates to established performance standards.
• Provide services unique and specialized to blind adults and children throughout the vision rehabilitation process including advocacy, referral and resource development; counseling and guidance and all other aspects of Independent Living (IL) and Children’s (CP) and Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services.
• Provide overall administration, management and direction in the district office and ensure that the district adheres to all state and federal laws, policies and procedures.
• Responsible for direct supervision of Assistant District Administrator and administrative/clerical staff.
• Responsible for the oversight of all district office staff.
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding program goals for district.
• Facilitate and/or participate in communication between Community Rehabilitation Partners (CRPs) and Division of Blind Services (DBS) Contracts Unit in regards to invoices and supportive documentation about client service provision.
• Provide supportive documentation including, but not limited to, Invoice Review Checklist, Facility On-Site Observation and Program On-Site Observation as outlined in DBS/CRP contracts (Independent Living – Older Blind (IL-OB), Independent Living Adult Program (IL-AP), Blind Babies/Early Intervention (BB/EI), Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) and Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Program (VR-TS)). Additional supportive documentation is to be conducted during on-site reviews in conjunction with contract managers from the state office.
• Communicate client services provisions through monthly meetings between DBS and CRPs for each contracted program, to address concerns of progress or lack of client progress during training.
• Coordinate field staff employment and outreach activities.
• Collaborate statewide outreach to employers and community partners such as Career Source.
• Implement a tailored employment model for the district.
• Support statewide employment efforts and follow-up as needed.
• Other duties as requested.

To be considered for a position with the Division of Blind Services:

• All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.
• A current resume must be included with this application, and the information contained in the resume must match the information included in the state application.
• All previous periods of employment must be listed and accounted for. Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first. 
• Periods of employment should include the supervisor's name and contact information. 
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.  Gaps of employment of 3 months or more must be addressed on the application. 
• Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position. Putting "see resume" does not substitute for completing all sections of the candidate profile.
• Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable in the candidate profile. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Preference will be given for qualifying veterans, employees in layoff status and qualified candidates based on a review of their overall scores, KSAs, primary and supplemental applications, as well as completion of any required work samples, willingness questionnaires, and behavioral/personality/skills tests, and interview responses, as applicable. References and file reviews from previous employment will be verified to determine suitability.
• Resumes and other documentation can be attached to provide additional information.
• Individuals lacking the ability to competently do the job and those who are unable to positively contribute to a productive team environment, need not apply.
• The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening.
• If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach the correct supporting documentation to be considered (DD214). 
• If you are claiming Right to First Interview, you must attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying to be considered. 

The Florida Division of Blind Services is committed

to increasing recruitment and hiring of Veterans and individuals with disabilities and

improving employment outcomes.

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.