PROPERTY SPECIALIST - 43001194

Requisition No: 864886 

Agency: Financial Services

Working Title: PROPERTY SPECIALIST - 43001194

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 43001194 

Salary:  $40,195.58 

Posting Closing Date: 12/03/2025 

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*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****

CLASS TITLE: PROPERTY SPECIALIST (NON-SWORN POSITION)

DIVISION: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION

BUREAU: SUPPORT SERVICES, QUARTERMASTER SECTION

CITY: TALLAHASSEE

COUNTY: LEON

The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. This advertisement is for the Bureau of Support Services, Quartermaster Section. This advertisement is for a Property Specialist position which is a NON-SWORN position.

Click here for additional information about the Department of Financial Services, Criminal Investigations Division.

SPECIAL NOTES:

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, SUBMIT A STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VIA PEOPLE FIRST AND SUBMIT A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION TO THE FOLLOWING EMAIL ADDRESS: 

cidhiring@myfloridacfo.com         

Click here for Supplemental Application.

This supplemental application MUST be received no later than five (5) business days after the closing date of this advertisement in order to be considered for this position.

 THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION. CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK IN THE OFFICE.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or its’ equivalent.

• A minimum of two (2) years of professional work experience in one or more of the following areas: Records, Property Inventory Control, Warehousing, and/or purchasing is required. A post-secondary degree from an accredited university/college may be used as an alternative for the years of professional work experience on a year-for-year basis.
• “Professional work experience” generally includes roles with administrative, supervisory, analytical, or operational responsibilities in structured or corporate settings. Entry-level roles in the service or retail industry (e.g., McDonald’s, Publix) typically do not qualify.

• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word Excel, and Outlook, and the ability and skills to effectively use this software.

• Physical requirements:
• Lift/Carry – 40 pounds
• Sit/Stand moderate periods
• Push/Pull moderate heavy loads
• Ambulate independently
• Climb (ladder, stairs, etc.)
• Bend, squat, stoop, crawl

• Driving requirements:
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate a variety of vehicles (e.g., sedans, vans, light trucks) across city and state routes.
• Skilled in maneuvering and parking vehicles in tight or congested areas, including garages, event venues, and urban environments.
• Must be able to perform routine vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Comfortable driving for extended periods and adhering to safety protocols at all times.
• Must be able to pass FDOT Defensive Driving Course if selected.
• VALID Driver’s License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by time of employment.

Preference:

• Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical need of the agency’s mission.

Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Please read below:

• Please include the names and phone numbers for the supervisor(s) and/or Human Resource Department for all periods of employment.
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.

• Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume”.
• Each field (address, city, and state, dates, phone numbers, etc.) should be completed.
• If claiming Right to Interview, candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.
• Upon the selection of the top candidate, a current supervisory reference contact will be required.

Experience and education requirements must be met at the time of application submission to be considered.

This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.

The annual salary for this position is $40,195.58.

Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS?

Selection is a three-to-six-month process where the successful applicants MUST PASS the Oral and Written Exam, as well as a Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) background prior to beginning.

If selected for an interview, interview will be conducted in person.

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive employee benefits including:

• State Group Health Insurance Coverage.
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer).
• Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available.
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• 10 paid holidays each year.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com ).
• Flexible Spending Accounts; and
• Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities!

For a more complete list of benefits, click https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 40lbs.
• Ability to provide effective customer service.
• Ability to research, collect, evaluate, and analyze data to present in written report format.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
• Ability to work independently.
• Applies spatial awareness and control to prevent damage and ensure optimal vehicle placement.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of vehicles safely and efficiently across urban and interstate routes, with advanced skill in maneuvering and parking in tight or congested environments.
• Knowledge of administrative principles and practices.
• Knowledge of criminal justice and fire service equipment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word Excel, and Outlook, and the ability and skills to effectively use this software.
• Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection.
• Maintains composure under pressure and ensures timely arrivals while prioritizing safety and compliance.
• Skill in operating motor vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of GPS navigation systems and traffic patterns, with the ability to plan efficient routes and adapt quickly to changing road conditions, detours, or delays.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Incumbent of position is a member of DFS’ Disaster Response Team and, in that capacity, may be required on short notice to perform duties and necessary attendant travel in support of disaster relief efforts.

Administrative Functions (Quartermaster)

• Assists the Division’s Quartermaster in researching, ordering, purchasing, issuing, and receiving equipment.
• Performs administrative functions of the Office of Professional Development to include reviewing, auditing, and entering data related to Division equipment into the Division’s Skill Manager database.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of statistical data and files relating to the Division’s equipment.
• Maintain all assigned equipment; prepare records and reports; and attend meetings, seminars, and training programs as required.
• Creating and maintaining a digital log for regularly changing inventory of items to include fleet and equipment.

Fleet Management Functions

• Safely operate and maneuver vehicles through city and state routes, including expertly parking in tight or congested areas to ensure efficient use of space and prevent damage.
• Moving of vehicles and warehouse equipment as needed.
• Assists the Division’s Fleet Manager as needed.

Performs related work as required.

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.

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.