Requisition No: 798529
Agency: Department of Law Enforcement
Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I – 71900151
Position Number: 71900151
Salary: $17.48/hour
Posting Closing Date: 04/25/2023
OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I
CAPTIOL POLICE
TALLAHASSEE
**Open-Competitive Opportunity**
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position reports to a Law Enforcement Sergeant in charge of the FDLE headquarters building. This is a part-time position that works closely with subject-matter experts to coordinate the operations of the access identification and entry card system to the FDLE headquarters building. The position also requires excellent facilitation and customer service skills.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific duties include:
- Conducts vendor and construction worker Level I background checks for individuals requiring access to the HQ facility;
- Provides back-up support to the reception area at FDLE Headquarters;
- Greets visitors, citizens and other FDLE members to FDLE’s Headquarters (HQ) facility in a professional and courteous manner;
- Ensures that visitors, citizens and other members are directed to the appropriate member, unit or other external agency;
- Receives subpoenas, requests for criminal history checks and/or other forms of correspondence on behalf of FDLE members and ensures they are delivered to the respective member;
- Issues the appropriate visitor pass to individuals visiting the HQ facility;
- Maintains a visitor log and database of all individuals visiting the HQ facility to include the person’s name, time of arrival and departure, as well as the purpose of the visit;
- Ensures all visitor passes are returned and accounted for at the end of each day. In the event a pass is not returned the incumbent will take the appropriate steps to retrieve the pass;
- Acts as liaison to FDLE and other State agencies for the processing, updating and deletion of identification and entry cards to the HQ facility; and
- Interprets administrative policies and procedures, and aids visitors, citizens and other FDLE members to resolve their problems or concerns.
To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or its equivalent and two years of experience in planning, research and evaluation, or administrative work; or
- 60 semester hours, or equivalent, of coursework, from an accredited college or university; or
- Any combination of education or experience, as described above, for a total of two years.
Note: 30 semester hours, or equivalent, of coursework from an accredited college or university is equivalent to one year of experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
- Ability to coordinate and disseminate information;
- Ability to deal effectively with individuals;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with others;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information;
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
- Ability to speak clearly and listen effectively;
- Ability to type;
- Ability to work independently;
- Knowledge and ability to utilize a keyboard;
- Knowledge of correct spellings, punctuation and grammar usage;
- Knowledge of filing procedures;
- Knowledge of office procedures; and
- Knowledge of standard business formats and styles of letters and business forms.
BASE SALARY:
- $17.48/hour
HOW YOU WILL GROW:
FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.
OUR SALARY & OPS BENEFITS:
Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive OPS benefits package (ONLY available to OPS members who will be working 30 or more hours a week), including:
- HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
- $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
- Tax deferred medical reimbursement account; and
- Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more.
ABOUT OUR AGENCY:
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 1,900 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security by providing services in partnership with local, state, and federal criminal justice agencies to prevent, investigate, and solve crimes while protecting Florida’s citizens and visitors. Click here for additional information about FDLE.
HIRING PROCESS:
You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.
BACKGROUND:
FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant’s immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.
NOTES:
Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.
REMINDERS:
- Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.
- 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 cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.
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.