OPERATIONS & MGMT CONSULTANT MGR-SES - 48002951

Florida Department of Education

Division of Finance & Operations

Office of Educational Facilities

Location: Tallahassee Turlington Building

Position Title: Research & Training Specialist (SES)

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00

This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies for up to six months.

Application Information and Hiring Requirements

Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety.

Application Information:

• Work history (in easy to review chronological order) consists of:
  • Any position held at a State of Florida agency
  • Any position held at a Florida university
  • All periods of employment from high school graduation
  • All periods of current or prior unemployment
  • All gaps in employment of 3 months or more
    • Must account for and explain any gaps in employment to include unemployment. List under “Period of Employment” or attach a word document listing gaps.
  • Gaps in employment of 3 months or more must be accounted for *
  • Any education
  • Any volunteer experience
• Applicant’s resume and application must match.
• It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. The candidate profile will be converted to the official application.
• Include supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact information of the Human Resources office to verify current or former employment.
• Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.
  • Any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

Hiring Information and Requirements:

• The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews every application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history in the People First system.
• If claiming Veteran’s Preference, the candidate MUST attach supporting documentation such as the DD214 and VA Letter reflecting the level of disability, if applicable. Applicable to career service positions only.
• If claiming Right to First Interview, the candidate MUST attach a copy of the official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. Applicable to career service positions only.
• The application may be held up at the final review if any of the above items are missing.

Office Contact:

Cheyenne Silva; 850-245-9491

Job Description:

This position performs intermediate-level work with the responsibility of managing the Planning, Review and Training Section of the Office of Educational Facilities, Division of Finance and Operations. This position also supervises the staff in the Planning, Review and Training Section and functions relating to the technical aspects of educational facilities and building programs for public schools and community colleges. This position also oversees the development, updates and changes to the rules, regulations, the Florida Building Code for Educational Facilities, and applicable building codes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

“This position spends the majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training and evaluating employees, planning and directing employees’ work and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action, including all employees serving as supervisors, administrators, and directors in accordance with Section 110.205(2)(w), Florida Statutes.”

Communicates with and motivates staff and provides and/or coordinates training and directs the work of his/her subordinates. In addition, the employee must complete timely performance appraisals, develop timely and accurate work plans, and timely approve monthly timesheets and attendance and leave requests for each position under his/her direct reports. The incumbent has the authority to make hiring recommendations as well as disciplinary recommendations.

• Provides management for all staff including personnel management, contract management, training, and other related duties as required by the department
• Directs the outreach and technical assistance programs designed to inform and educate boards and their employees, private design professionals, and other interested parties regarding reviews (such as plans and building replacements) and proposed changes
• Supervises staff to develop, monitor, and review proposed legislation as assigned, provides technical assistance and information to legislative staff, the public, and other entities on facilities related issues for public educational programs statewide
• Provides oversight for the state program to review construction documents and issuance of approvals for construction of educational facilities for K-12 and community college facilities projects
• Provides guidance on the preparation and dissemination of facility maintenance and operation guidelines
• Manages the preparation and review of curricula for training modules, conference material, courses, publications, and curricula pertaining to the uniform building code, State Requirements for Educational Facilities, and related rules and regulations
• Manages the development and delivery of outreach programs to inform boards and design professionals about availability of the office’s services for plan review, training and technical assistance
• Reviews local government comprehensive plan amendments and supporting documentation to determine whether proposals, if adopted, would have the potential to create adverse impacts on public school facilities
• Reviews legislative proposals determine whether proposals, if adopted, would have the potential to create adverse impacts on public school facilities and impact of proposals
• Provides technical support and assistance to the agencies and local governments throughout the process

Who We Are Looking For:

The ideal candidate must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and completing priorities and maintain goal-oriented behavior and performance, sometimes under stressful conditions. The candidate must interact courteously with others, be self-motivated, and must demonstrate awareness of others as to not negatively affect the productivity and morale of the staff. Attendance is an essential function of the position and candidate must be able to travel anywhere between one to three weeks a month.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the Florida Building Code, the Florida Fire Prevention Code, State Fire Marshal Rule 69A-58, F.A.C., State Board of Education Rule 6A-2.0010, F.A.C. (the State Requirements for Educational Facilities), the Florida Accessibility Code and life safety codes
• Knowledge of Florida educational facilities laws and rules
• Knowledge of Florida growth management laws, rules and Florida administrative procedures
• Knowledge of Florida Legislative Budget Process
• Knowledge of school design, research, and implementation methodologies
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
• Ability to compile and analyze data relating to training and evaluation programs
• Ability to prepare professional papers, research studies and evaluation reports
• Ability to analyze data
• Ability to conduct research
• Proficiency with the use of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Proficiency with database management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in architecture, engineering or planning
• Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication
• Experience with public speaking and training a large group of individuals
• Ability to travel up to one week each month with the possibility of more with national disasters

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferences will be given to:

• Applicants who have a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering or Planning AND 4 years of direct experience
• Applicants who have experience in community planning
• Applicants who have experience in design plan review
• Applicants who have experience in Florida laws, rules, and codes regarding educational facilities
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Florida Statute, Chapter 471
• Registration as an Architect in accordance with Florida Statutes, Chapter 481
• Certification as an AICP (Certified Planner)

Educational Substitutions:

SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in Architecture, Engineering or Planning can substitute for 4 years of direct experience.

Florida Department of Education Mission Statement:

Every day the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) works hand in hand with parents, teachers, educators, and community members to improve Florida's education system for students of all backgrounds and abilities. Our site reflects this cooperative relationship and the role that so many Floridians play in ensuring student success.

The mission of Florida’s Early Learning-20 education system shall be to increase the proficiency of all students within one seamless, efficient system, by allowing them the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills through learning opportunities and research valued by students, parents, and communities.

Serving approximately 2.8 million students, 4,471 public schools, 28 Colleges with 175 locations, 204,654 instructional staff, 39,000 professors and administrators, and 340,000 full-time staff throughout the state, the department enhances the economic self-sufficiency of Floridians through programs and services geared toward college, workforce education, apprenticeships, job-specific skills, and career development. The department manages programs that assist individuals who are blind, visually-impaired, or disabled succeed either in school settings or careers - encouraging independence and self-sufficiency.

FDOE’s goal is to hire individuals to provide:

• Higher student achievement
• Seamless articulation and maximum access
• Skilled workforce and economic development
• Quality services

Florida Department of Education Website

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

• State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)
• Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)
• Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
• Career Growth
• Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Ongoing comprehensive training provided
• Highly skilled, professional environment

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. 

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• A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees