DOE/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I - 48004661

Requisition No: 841705 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: DOE/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I - 48004661

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48004661 

Salary:  Monthly Salary: $2,813.33 

Posting Closing Date: 12/03/2024 

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DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

LOCATION: ORLANDO

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I

Position Number: 48004661

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state vocational program dedicated to helping people with physical or mental disabilities be successful in employment. Visit our website: Vocational Rehabilitation | Florida Department of Education (rehabworks.org)

To be contacted for an interview:

Meet the Minimum Requirements below

Complete the application entirely, including all employment history following your highest level of education.

Be prepared to explain employment gaps exceeding 3 months, including employment with acceptable reasons such as being a student, unemployed, caretaker, etc.

Review your application, making sure all blank fields under employer are completed.

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Minimum Requirements:                

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of administrative experience. 

A master’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required one year experience.  Administrative or clerical experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of administrative principles and practices, office procedures, methods of data collection, principles and techniques of effective communication; proficiency in standard business formats for letters and forms, along with accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation, is essential; expert knowledge in Microsoft Excel

Ability to operate general office equipment, and analyze data; use methods for correct spelling, apply relevant rules and policies, and use problem -solving skills to address challenges; implement strong organizational skills, and foster positive and collaborative working relationships.

SOME EXAMPLES OF WORK MAY INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist with special assignments.
• Perform research as needed.
• Track and/or prepare documentation regarding fiscal activities for the area
• Assist with personnel duties as assigned.
• Assist in conducting daily administrative activities.
• Track/log Prior Approvals and Independent status.
• Train area staff on travel rules and regulations.
• Travel to other units for assistance if needed.

STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

http://mybenefits.myflorida.com/

• State pays 80% premium for health insurance monthly (family $180.00 / individual $50.00)
• State of Florida Retirement - 3% Employee Contribution Required
• 9 Paid Holidays annually
• Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month.
• Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month
• Life Insurance – State pays premium for $25,000 basic term life insurance for full time employee
• Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, etc.
• Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available
• Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction

Background Screening Requirement:

It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment undergo level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer.

All applicants for employment or to volunteer who are selected for an interview will be provided with the Consent to Background Screening form for level 2 screening, the Affidavit of Good Moral Character, and the Notice of Rights. The leading candidate for employment or to volunteer will be required to execute the Consent form and Affidavit, report to a designated location, and submit fingerprints for level 2 screening.

No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department.

Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.

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

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). 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. 

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.