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MyFlorida CLERK - 48006099 (BLIND SERVICES) in JACKSONVILLE, Florida
CLERK - 48006099 (BLIND SERVICES)
Date: Jan 30, 2025
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Requisition No: 845779
Agency: Department of Education
Working Title: CLERK - 48006099 (BLIND SERVICES)
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 48006099
Salary: $15.00/hr
Posting Closing Date: 02/28/2025
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES BUREAU OF CLIENT SERVICES & PROGRAM SUPPORT
LOCATION: JACKSONVILLE (DUVAL COUNTY)
JOB TITLE: CLERK (READER/DRIVER) - OTHER PERSONAL SERVICES (OPS)
SALARY RANGE: $15.00/hour
Our Mission:
The Division of Blind Services ensures blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support, and opportunities to achieve success. In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities. The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible. The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services. With District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, and the Braille and Talking Books Library, the Division of Blind Services has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians.
Florida Division of Blind Services Main Page (https://dbs.fldoe.org/)
Office Contact:
Patience Lofton, HR Liaison
(904) 348-2730
Job Description:
This is a part-time Clerk position located in the Division of Blind Services, District 3 Jacksonville Office. The incumbent in this position will provide reading and transportation services for an Employment Program Councelor and/or other staff members with a visual impairment, to assist the staff members in meeting his/her essential job requirements that require work tasks outside of the office enviorment. The incumbent in this position may as needed, perform general office tasks and duties in addtion to their main duty of serving as a Reader/Driver.
Examples of Work:
Acts as a reader for visually impaired staff. This includes reading confidential documents and emails as needed.
Provides transportation to community outreach events and informational sessions to unreached and underserved populations.
Provides transportation to client related meetings.
Provides transportation to/from trainings, conferences, and workshops as needed.
Operates the state vehicle and follows all guidelines in relation to the use of the state vehicle.
Completes vehicle logs as needed.
Maintains confidentiality standards required by all State of Florida employees.
Possesses and maintains a valid Florida Driver's License and a clear driving record.
Inputs work hours into the People First System.
Documents and records information as needed.
Enters, transcribes, records, stores, and/or maintains information in either written format or by electronic/magnetic recording.
Processes information to include compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying data.
Communicates with clients and entities outside of the division.
Represents the division to its customers, clients, the public, government officials and other external entities. Information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing or via telephone/electronic transfer.
Performs administrative duties and tasks in the office such as faxing, copying, scanning, and shredding.
Approves requests, handles paperwork, and performs day-to-day administrative duties and tasks.
Obtains information needed to do the job by researching and using analytical skills.
Observes, receives, and otherwise obtains information from all relevant sources.
Uses a personal computer, including the Microsoft Suite of products which includes Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access, etc.
Communicates internally with supervisors, staff, and coworkers.
Provides information to supervisors, fellow coworkers, and others as needed.
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships.
May sometimes handle, move, and transport office products or objects.
Evaluates information against known policies, procedures, and by learning the specifics of the division.
Proofreads documents, data, and other information.
Mails documents, stuffs envelopes and addresses, stamps, sorts, and distributes mail, packages, and other materials as needed.
Scans and indexes files.
Composes and drafts letters and other correspondence.
Orders materials, supplies, and services, and completes records and reports.
Answers telephones, responds to requests, delivers messages, and runs errands.
Inputs and retrieves program specific information and/or prints program documents.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires a valid Florida Class E Driver License with an acceptable driving record in accordance with FDOE and DBS State Vehicle Policies and Procedures. An unacceptable driving record is defined as any of the following:
Three (3) or more moving violations in the past 2 years that accumulate 3 or more points per violation.
Any two (2) convictions of reckless driving in the past 2 years.
A suspension or revocation of the driver license for moving violations in the past 2 years; and/or
A suspension or revocation for refusal to take a field sobriety test, or any suspension or revocation for a DUI conviction in the past 3-4 years.
Your driving record will be reviewed, and the status of your driver license confirmed.
Ability to maintain a clear driving history.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to read and comprehend written information and documents.
Ability to formulate sentences and use proper spelling and grammar.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person.
Ability to gather information and conduct fact-finding research.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, customers, coworkers, supervisors, and other entities both internally and externally.
Ability to practice active listening and the ability to take notes and draft documents from in-person conversations.
Basic knowledge of mathematics to solve problems and add/subtract totals and figures.
Ability to coordinate office functions, meetings, and assist with set-up of trainings and workshops.
Ability to perform clerical duties and tasks.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including needs assessment techniques, quality service standards, alternative delivery systems and customer satisfaction evaluation techniques.
Ability to use a personal computer and software products to complete job tasks and duties.
To be considered for a position with the Division of Blind Services:
NOTE: All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Your packet may be held up at the final review step if you are missing any of the below items.
• All previous periods of employment must be listed and accounted for. Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first.
The following must be included:
• Any and all State of Florida jobs.
• Any and all Florida Community College or University jobs.
• All periods of employment from high school graduation forward.
• Periods of unemployment (gaps). *All gaps 3 months (90 days) or more must be accounted for.
• Education (high school, GED, Community College, University).
• Volunteer Experience.
• A current resume must be included with this application, and the information contained in the resume must match the information contained in the state application.
• Periods of employment should include the supervisor's name and contact information. Your current place of employment should be included. If you are currently unemployed, please make sure that information is included.
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Gaps of employment of 3 months or more must be addressed on the application.
• Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• It is unacceptable to use the statement “see resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will convert to your official application.
• Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable in the candidate profile. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Preference will be given for qualifying veterans, employees in layoff status and qualified candidates based on a review of their overall scores, KSAs, primary and supplemental applications, as well as completion of any required work samples, willingness questionnaires, and behavioral/personality/skills tests, and interview responses, as applicable. References and file reviews from previous employment will be verified to determine suitability.
• Other documentation can be attached to provide additional information.
• Individuals lacking the ability to competently do the job and those who are unable to positively contribute to a productive team environment, need not apply.
• The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening.
• If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach the correct supporting documentation to be considered (DD214).
• If you are claiming Right to First Interview, you must attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying to be considered. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions.
• All documentation is due by the close of the job requisition/advertisement.
If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at: 877-562-7287.
WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!
» State Group Insurance coverage options
+ + (health, life, and other supplemental options)
» Career Growth
» OPS 401k plan options, including employer contributions (www.corebridgefinancial.com)
» Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
» Ongoing comprehensive training provided
» Highly skilled, professional environment
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT:
It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. The Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. For more information, please visit the Social Security website.
Selective Services System (SSS):
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962 will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the Selective Service website.
The Florida Division of Blind Services is committed
to increasing recruitment and hiring of Veterans and individuals with disabilities and
improving employment outcomes.
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.
Location:
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Nearest Major Market:Jacksonville