OFFICE OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 78000612

Requisition No: 858710 

Agency: Commission on Offender Review

Working Title: OFFICE OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 78000612

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 78000612 

Salary:  $37,264.07 

Posting Closing Date: 08/13/2025 

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OFFICE OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - CS

 FLORIDA COMMISSION ON OFFENDER REVIEW

***INTERNAL AGENCY***

**Anticipated Vacancy**

The Florida Commission on Offender Review, formerly known as the Florida Parole Commission, is looking to fill the Office Operations Consultant I– CS position. The Commission on Offender Review performs a vital role in Florida’s criminal justice system by preserving the autonomy needed in post-release decisions affecting inmates and ex-offenders. The commission functions as a quasi-judicial, decision-making body. Commissioners preside over weekly meetings at the central office in Tallahassee and various other state locations as required by statute. During these public proceedings, the commissioners make a variety of determinations regarding parole and other releases.

This is an internal agency advertisement for current Florida Commission on Offender Review employees.

BENEFITS

• State Group Health Insurance Coverage through CHP and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
• Various plans for dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options are available.
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Ten paid holidays each year.
• One Personal Holiday each year.
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (paid 100% by employer).
• Retirement plans that include employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida colleges and universities for up to six credit hours per semester.
• Seven paid weeks of Maternity Leave, plus two paid weeks of Care and Bonding Leave.

DESCRIPTION

• This is an administrative position that assists the Directors of Field Services and Operations with the daily operations of the office.  The position requires the exercise of discretion and the independent judgment to accomplish tasks of a complex nature with minimal supervision.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Responsible for all administrative and information tracking duties for the Directors and the resolution of routine administrative matters. Conducts research and prepares complex reports at the direction of the Directors and for the Director’s review. Monitors conditional release and parole supervision reviews to ensure cases are docketed timely.  Evaluates policies and procedures of the Division of Operations to make sure the agency is in compliance with all state, local, and federal guidelines and utilizing the most up to date technology and techniques.

• Coordinates training with the Director of Central Office and the Director of Field Services for all staff. Coordinates with other state agencies and local agencies in utilizing resources for out of town Commission meetings. Schedules Directors of Field Services and Operations travel arrangements and develops Director’s itinerary.

• Assist Commissioners with requests.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree preferred or a minimum of three years of professional administrative experience.
• Administrative experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of criminal justice principles and practices.
• Skills in using personal computers.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of assignments.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Preference may be given to applicants that possess a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

As part of the interview process, a work sample may be required.

Special Notes:

“BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: It is the policy of the Florida Commission on Offender Review that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and, if applicable, Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background investigation results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Commission. Background investigations shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. Also, employees are subject to background re-screening.”

**NOTE: It is unacceptable to use the statement “See resume” in place of work history. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All responses provided to the qualifying questions for this vacancy advertisement must be verifiable on your State of Florida employment application. Please use complete sentences, correct grammar, and punctuation.

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.