RESEARCH & TRAINING SPECIALIST-SES - 48000651

Florida Department of Education

Division of Finance & Operations

Office of Educational Facilities

Location: Tallahassee Turlington Building

Position Title: Research & Training Specialist (SES)

Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00

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.

Job Description:

Plans, develops, and conducts statewide training to school districts, state colleges, universities, contractors, and government agencies.  Training includes Florida Building Codes, Fire Codes, statutory rules, Occupational Safety and Health, and forklift. Audiences range from 20 to 50 plus personnel. Provides technical assistance to school districts, state colleges, contractors, and government agencies in interpreting statute, rules, and codes. Aids in updating said codes and rules.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, implement, and maintain a statewide training program to school districts and the Florida college system institutions in the accurate application of Florida’s building and life safety codes and rules for new construction and existing buildings.  This includes special topics such as annual casualty and safety inspections, accessibility, playground safety, fire alarms, fire drills etc.
• Plan, develop, implement, and maintain a statewide forklift training program to certify school district and state college personnel on the safe use of various types of forklifts.
• Plan, develop, implement, and maintain a statewide training program for Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) requirements.  This includes maintaining a working knowledge of law and regulations.
• Consult with the State Fire Marshal in developing and updating training courses.
• Identify training needs as indicated by educational plant surveys and prepare and implement curricula and instructional materials as required.
• Maintain an advanced working knowledge of and provide technical assistance to school districts and the Florida college system institutions in the interpretation of the Florida Building Code, the Florida Fire Prevention Code, State Fire Marshal Rule 69A-58, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), State Board of Education Rule 6A-2.0010, F.A.C. (State Requirements for Educational Facilities), and life safety codes.
• Attend designated professional development conferences, seminars, and other meetings related to the development of best practices for safe, efficient educational facilities.
• Compile, analyze, and maintain documentation of technical advancement, state of the art innovations, and research improvements in facilities design, construction, and maintenance and operations.
• Compile, analyze and maintain office correspondence with school districts and Florida colleges regarding the review of construction documents, as well as board policies and procedures, for maintenance, sanitation, housekeeping, fire safety, casualty safety, etc. to determine areas for training priorities.
• Participate in the development, review, revision, and promulgation of the State Board of Education Rule 6A-2.0010, F.A.C. (State Requirements for Educational Facilities), including forms and other material incorporated by reference in the rule, State Fire Marshal Rule 69A-58, F.A.C., and other rule development assigned to the Office of Educational Facilities.
• Consult with school districts, state colleges, county, and municipal governments, upon request, for technical assistance on applicable laws, rules, and regulations relating to new construction and existing plant management.
• Conducts outreach across the state to encourage scheduling of available courses, assists school districts and state colleges in identifying needed training.
• Provide written reports and oral presentations as needed.
• Cross train with other Office of Educational Facilities staff to be familiar with the programs and activities of all personnel.

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 school design, research, and implementation methodologies
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection
• Knowledge of the principles of human behavior, learning and effective communication
• Ability to compile and analyze data relating to training and evaluation programs
• Ability to prepare professional papers, research studies and evaluation reports
• Ability to conduct research
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
• Proficiency with the use of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of training individuals on OSHA standards, policies and procedures.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with public speaking and training a large group of individuals
• Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication
• Experience in creating and conducting training courses
• Ability to travel up to three weeks each month

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferences will be given to:

• Applicants who have excellent writing skills, presentation experience and an educational legal background
• Applicants who are authorized OSHA trainers, have a minimum of 5 years of general industry safety experience, and/or hold an OSHA, CSP, or CIH certification
• Applicants who hold are a certified forklift trainer including counterbalanced rider forklift, motorized Pallet Jack, and narrow aisle lift trucks

*Pay is based on the qualifications the incumbent holds.*

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

Office Contact:

Cheyenne Silva; 850-245-9491

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. 

• We care about the success of our employees
• We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customers’ experiences and ourselves
• We care about the success of our clients
• A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees