Inmate Work Crew Leader

Requisition No: 854662 

Agency: Military Affairs

Working Title: Inmate Work Crew Leader

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 62000061 

Salary:  $36,036.00 

Posting Closing Date: 06/27/2025 

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Department of Military Affairs

*** OPEN COMPETITIVE***

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11:59 p.m. on closing date

VACANCY # 62000061

WORK LOCATION:  Starke, FL

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS (DMA)

The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida.

OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance     
• Retirement Benefits   
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses
• Training Opportunities
• For benefit information available to State of Florida employees, go to http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. New employees of the Department of Military Affairs will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
2. New employees of the Department of Military Affairs are required to participate in a direct deposit/electronic transfer program. 
3. The Department of Military Affairs is paid on a monthly basis.
4. This position is a Cooperative Agreement position.
5. As a CANDIDATE, you are required to provide documentation (i.e., High School Diploma or Equivalency, College Transcripts, ETC.) to verify meeting these Minimum Qualifications.
6. Must be able to obtain a completion of a favorable National Agency Check background investigation clearance.

*NOTE*

To be considered for this position, application must be fully completed, your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process and clearly stated within the employment history.   

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A High School Diploma AND
• Two (2) years of experience in Groundskeeping, Property Maintenance, or related field. 
• Must have minimum of One (1) year of Supervisory experience in Groundskeeping, Property Maintenance, or related field OR One (1) year of experience supervising inmates. 
• Must possess valid Florida Driver's License.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs inmates in the proper use and operation of mechanical equipment such as compactors, various loaders, and hand tools. Directs inmates to ensure the best use of available time and resources to complete tasks. Collects recycle materials throughout post, separates materials and bales, bundles, or bands materials to ready them for transport. Transports recycle materials off post to vendors. Maintains accountability for materials collected and any revenue generated from the sale of such materials. In the absence of Inmates, this position will perform all duties and responsibilities listed herein.
• Provides transportation of FDC inmates to and from CBJTC. Supervises inmates in the maintaining of lawns, roadways, trees, and shrubbery using tractors, mowers, power tools and hand tools. Supervises inmates in the trimming of trees and shrubs, and removal dirt, rubbish, leaves, and all other refuse from grounds. Maintains accurate inventory and condition of all tools and equipment utilized by FDC inmates. Ensures that tools with cutting edges are sharp, clean, and ready to use. Ensures that inmates follow safety requirements, such as hazardous material handling requirements, vision and hearing protection requirements, and sanitary practices.
• Assists in maintaining environmental compliance for the DPW Grounds Maintenance Section.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of Florida Statutes (F.S.) section 946.40 and Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) Rule 33-601.201, Inmate Work Program and 33-601.202, Use of inmates in Public Works.
• Knowledge of the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) Interagency/Public Works Agreement (Local Agreement).
• Knowledge in the operation of compacting equipment and loaders.
• Knowledge of groundskeeping, landscaping or horticulture techniques.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn Post Environmental regulations and assist in maintaining compliance for each section.
• Skill in the safe operation and maintenance of machinery.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Ability to operate various mechanical equipment related to the job.
• Ability to supervise FDC inmates.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to details.
• Ability to record data and maintain records.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow safety rules.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to accurately document inmate work performance. Responsible for the daily completion of FDCs “Community Work Squad Activities Report (DC6-239)”.

SPECIAL REMINDERS:

The State of Florida and The Department of Military Affairs participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires that all employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of any person hired to work in the United States.

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

All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis.

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 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.

The Department of Military Affairs values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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.  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.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

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.