Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, public administration or a related field and two years fiscal experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. SKILLS TESTING REQUIRED – Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required skills testing scores will be referred to the next step in the recruitment for this position. This position requires a passing score on the following four County's skills assessment tests: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Attention to Detail and Accounting skills with a minimum score of moderate knowledge. The assessment tests can be taken in person or online/remotely through the CareerSource North Central Florida. The applicant must contact CareerSource North Central Florida at assessment@careersourcencfl.com to arrange testing. Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office via email at achr@alachuacounty.us no later than five business days after the posting closes. CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid only for a period of 2 years from the date of testing. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible professional, supervisory work coordinating the development and implementation of accounting and budgeting activities. An employee assigned to this classification independently processes, maintains and reviews requisitions, spreadsheets, books, ledgers, journals, vendor contracts and fiscal reports and assists with budget preparation and monitors budget expenditures. Work is directed by a higher level supervisor and reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Coordinates, oversees and/or supervises activities of workers engaged in calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain and record financial data for use in maintaining accounting and statistical records. May assign duties and examine work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures. Maintains budgeting systems which provide control of expenditures made to carry out departmental activities. Compiles composite reports from individual reports of subordinates required by management or other governmental agencies. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow. Writes justifications for overrun or underrun of budget estimates. Maintains accounting ledgers on receivables, payables and purchase orders; audits reports and balances to ledgers. Reviews and processes requisitions; maintains detailed tracking records on progression of requisitions through financial systems. Evaluates and maintains computer spreadsheets on inventory and depreciation. Prepares vendor contracts and reviews prior to submission; tracks and monitors adherence to contracts. Assists management with budget preparation, including budget projections and end of year budget projection analysis. May maintain departmental petty cash fund. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of accounting, budgeting and fiscal management. Considerable knowledge of fiscal procedures as related to County government. Knowledge of basic personal computer and data entry skills. Ability to review, analyze and evaluate financial data and recommend solutions. Ability to work independently on tasks requiring a great deal of accuracy. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, users, and County employees. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate subordinate work assignments. Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions, including preparation of complex financial reports. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, public administration or a related field and two years fiscal experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. SKILLS TESTING REQUIRED – Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and submit the required skills testing scores will be referred to the next step in the recruitment for this position. This position requires a passing score on the following four County's skills assessment tests: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Attention to Detail and Accounting skills with a minimum score of moderate knowledge. The assessment tests can be taken in person or online/remotely through the CareerSource North Central Florida. The applicant must contact CareerSource North Central Florida at assessment@careersourcencfl.com to arrange testing. Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office via email at achr@alachuacounty.us no later than five business days after the posting closes. CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid only for a period of 2 years from the date of testing. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible professional, supervisory work coordinating the development and implementation of accounting and budgeting activities. An employee assigned to this classification independently processes, maintains and reviews requisitions, spreadsheets, books, ledgers, journals, vendor contracts and fiscal reports and assists with budget preparation and monitors budget expenditures. Work is directed by a higher level supervisor and reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Coordinates, oversees and/or supervises activities of workers engaged in calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain and record financial data for use in maintaining accounting and statistical records. May assign duties and examine work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures. Maintains budgeting systems which provide control of expenditures made to carry out departmental activities. Compiles composite reports from individual reports of subordinates required by management or other governmental agencies. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow. Writes justifications for overrun or underrun of budget estimates. Maintains accounting ledgers on receivables, payables and purchase orders; audits reports and balances to ledgers. Reviews and processes requisitions; maintains detailed tracking records on progression of requisitions through financial systems. Evaluates and maintains computer spreadsheets on inventory and depreciation. Prepares vendor contracts and reviews prior to submission; tracks and monitors adherence to contracts. Assists management with budget preparation, including budget projections and end of year budget projection analysis. May maintain departmental petty cash fund. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of accounting, budgeting and fiscal management. Considerable knowledge of fiscal procedures as related to County government. Knowledge of basic personal computer and data entry skills. Ability to review, analyze and evaluate financial data and recommend solutions. Ability to work independently on tasks requiring a great deal of accuracy. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, users, and County employees. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate subordinate work assignments. Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions, including preparation of complex financial reports. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent, and two years of general office/clerical and/or customer service experience, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Must possess a valid notary public commission or be willing to obtain within 30 days of employment in this position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible administrative support work involving the performance of a wide variety of legal and secretarial duties in the Code Administration Office. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for assisting the Code Administration Office in scheduling and preparing documents, correspondence and agendas for Special Magistrate hearings. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Communicates with County attorneys, other County employees, outside agencies, and the public in general through electronic, in person and telephonic means regarding code cases and other matters. Files office correspondence and records, utilizing established filing system; coordinates the proper distribution and disposition of notices, memoranda, directives, and related material. Reviews and schedules Code Cases for Special Magistrate Hearings, prepares orders, documents, and agendas and maintains detailed files of the cases. Serves as Clerk for the Special Magistrate hearings. Maintains lien files and receives and processes payments for fines and liens. Researches Florida Statutes, case law and county codes. Coordinates with other County departments when appropriate to accomplish assigned tasks. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of general office procedures. Considerable knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Knowledge of business and legal terminology and the process for conducting a hearing. Strong organizational skills. Skill in the use of microcomputers, word processing and database programs and other software applications necessary for successful job performance. Skill in dealing with the general public and County staff/employees. Ability to learn, understand, and follow County and departmental policies and procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitive information. Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions. Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with procedures, laws, and regulations and to apply these to work situations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with outside agencies and the public as well as supervisors and co-workers. Ability to become a Notary Public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information Desired but not required: Experience in a Code Enforcement Office and/or knowledge of the Code Enforcement process in Florida. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent, and two years of general office/clerical and/or customer service experience, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Must possess a valid notary public commission or be willing to obtain within 30 days of employment in this position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is responsible administrative support work involving the performance of a wide variety of legal and secretarial duties in the Code Administration Office. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for assisting the Code Administration Office in scheduling and preparing documents, correspondence and agendas for Special Magistrate hearings. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Communicates with County attorneys, other County employees, outside agencies, and the public in general through electronic, in person and telephonic means regarding code cases and other matters. Files office correspondence and records, utilizing established filing system; coordinates the proper distribution and disposition of notices, memoranda, directives, and related material. Reviews and schedules Code Cases for Special Magistrate Hearings, prepares orders, documents, and agendas and maintains detailed files of the cases. Serves as Clerk for the Special Magistrate hearings. Maintains lien files and receives and processes payments for fines and liens. Researches Florida Statutes, case law and county codes. Coordinates with other County departments when appropriate to accomplish assigned tasks. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of general office procedures. Considerable knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Knowledge of business and legal terminology and the process for conducting a hearing. Strong organizational skills. Skill in the use of microcomputers, word processing and database programs and other software applications necessary for successful job performance. Skill in dealing with the general public and County staff/employees. Ability to learn, understand, and follow County and departmental policies and procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitive information. Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions. Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with procedures, laws, and regulations and to apply these to work situations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with outside agencies and the public as well as supervisors and co-workers. Ability to become a Notary Public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information Desired but not required: Experience in a Code Enforcement Office and/or knowledge of the Code Enforcement process in Florida. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent; six months experience preferred in animal care/control, assisting at a veterinarian facility, kennel, and/or handling shelter animals or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. As a condition of employment incumbents must meet all Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) requirements/prerequisites to handle controlled substances. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is animal shelter work responsible for the safe and humane handling of animals and providing basic care of animals and animal facilities in the Alachua County Animal Resources & Care Department. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for providing daily care, feeding, cleaning, and monitoring the health and well-being of animals, such as dogs, cats, pocket pets, and other animals in need. Work is performed under the direction of a higher – level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, pens, yards, and general grounds. Washes laundry and dishes. Feeds and waters animals according to schedules. Examines animals for signs of illness and treats them according to Veterinarian instructions. Transfers animals between quarters. Adjusts controls to regulate temperature and humidity of animal's quarters. Provides enrichment for the animals such as making treats, walking animals, and playtime and exercise with the animals. Comforts animals when needed. Assists the public with reclaims and adoptions. Interacts with the public including adoption counseling, foster requests, dog to dog interactions, playgroups and assist staff requests for processing. Performs intake of the animals including taking photos, providing core vaccines, flea treatment and dewormer. Updates animal records in computer system. Records information according to instructions such as gender, breed, diet, weight, location, behavior, medications, food intake, and identifiers. Reports signs of illness or unusual behavior in animals to supervisor. May restrain unclaimed and/or unwanted animals for humane euthanasia, including large-breed (50 pounds or greater) dogs. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of the care and handling of animals. Ability to treat animals and people with respect. Ability to recognize signs of stress or disease in animals. Ability to restrain and handle hostile or large animals. Ability to assist with humane euthanasia procedures. Ability to deal effectively with the public and co-workers in a professional manner, especially during emotional or stressful situations. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions. Skills with Pet Care and Animal Handling and Care. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to talk or hear, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases (e.g., ringworm). The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Part-Time
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent; six months experience preferred in animal care/control, assisting at a veterinarian facility, kennel, and/or handling shelter animals or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. As a condition of employment incumbents must meet all Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) requirements/prerequisites to handle controlled substances. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is animal shelter work responsible for the safe and humane handling of animals and providing basic care of animals and animal facilities in the Alachua County Animal Resources & Care Department. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for providing daily care, feeding, cleaning, and monitoring the health and well-being of animals, such as dogs, cats, pocket pets, and other animals in need. Work is performed under the direction of a higher – level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, pens, yards, and general grounds. Washes laundry and dishes. Feeds and waters animals according to schedules. Examines animals for signs of illness and treats them according to Veterinarian instructions. Transfers animals between quarters. Adjusts controls to regulate temperature and humidity of animal's quarters. Provides enrichment for the animals such as making treats, walking animals, and playtime and exercise with the animals. Comforts animals when needed. Assists the public with reclaims and adoptions. Interacts with the public including adoption counseling, foster requests, dog to dog interactions, playgroups and assist staff requests for processing. Performs intake of the animals including taking photos, providing core vaccines, flea treatment and dewormer. Updates animal records in computer system. Records information according to instructions such as gender, breed, diet, weight, location, behavior, medications, food intake, and identifiers. Reports signs of illness or unusual behavior in animals to supervisor. May restrain unclaimed and/or unwanted animals for humane euthanasia, including large-breed (50 pounds or greater) dogs. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of the care and handling of animals. Ability to treat animals and people with respect. Ability to recognize signs of stress or disease in animals. Ability to restrain and handle hostile or large animals. Ability to assist with humane euthanasia procedures. Ability to deal effectively with the public and co-workers in a professional manner, especially during emotional or stressful situations. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions. Skills with Pet Care and Animal Handling and Care. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to talk or hear, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases (e.g., ringworm). The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Micanopy FL 32667, FL
Minimum Qualifications Completion of the eighth grade and six months experience in laboring work; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is semi-skilled manual work in the maintenance and upkeep of County parks and facilities and/or roadway trees and plants . An employee assigned to this classification performs a variety of tasks including the care and maintenance of grounds; the operation of lawn maintenance equipment; the repair and construction of park equipment; and care of plants, trees, and other landscaping materials in the county parks; performs general clerical functions, cash handling, and customer service. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Cleans, plants, fertilizes, sprinkles, mows, edges and otherwise maintains park grounds. Cuts, trims, prunes, clears, stakes and irrigates trees and shrubbery as necessary for proper growth, health, density and appearance. Plants, transplants, and removes trees, shrubs, plants and flowers. Cleans sidewalks and parking areas. Operates riding and tractor mowers, small front end loaders, backhoes, bucket trucks, and light trucks. Performs routine and preventive maintenance service on equipment. Picks up trash and disposes at appropriate sites. Inspects parks and play areas to determine and prioritize maintenance needs. Repairs playground equipment, picnic tables, pavilions and rest rooms. Performs repair work on park facilities and/or amenities. Assists in painting, plumbing work, electrical and maintenance duties in parks. Monitors assigned park areas and advises supervisor when non-routine repairs are needed. Operates truck and trailer combinations hauling equipment, materials, debris and supplies. Operates tree spade and small construction equipment, small dump truck, backhoe and other small construction equipment. Loads and unloads materials from trucks. Performs routine office work of limited complexity involving the performance of general clerical functions, cash handling, and customer service. Provides courteous, prompt and knowledgeable customer service to the public in parks and county rental facilities. Schedules facility and ensures documents are finalized; collects fees for rental of parks facilities and amenities. Maintains assigned park facilities in clean and sanitary conditions; picks up trash and disposes at appropriate sites, restocks, and cleans restroom facilities, sidewalks and parking areas. Assists other crew members in varied work assignments. May lead and/or participate in park maintenance training. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of general gardening, grounds keeping, and nursery practices. Knowledge of methods and tools used in grounds keeping, nursery and landscaping work. Knowledge of trades methods and practices for construction and maintenance repairs. Skill in the use and care of gardening and/or nursery tools and equipment. Ability to perform manual labor out of doors under sometimes adverse weather conditions. Ability to operate equipment such as weedeaters, chain saws, mowers, small dump trucks, backhoe, bucket truck, and small construction equipment. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to reconcile daily transactions. Ability to operate cash register and credit card machine. Ability to work effectively, and efficiently, under limited, indirect supervision. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is performed on a flexible rotating work week which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Completion of the eighth grade and six months experience in laboring work; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is semi-skilled manual work in the maintenance and upkeep of County parks and facilities and/or roadway trees and plants . An employee assigned to this classification performs a variety of tasks including the care and maintenance of grounds; the operation of lawn maintenance equipment; the repair and construction of park equipment; and care of plants, trees, and other landscaping materials in the county parks; performs general clerical functions, cash handling, and customer service. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Cleans, plants, fertilizes, sprinkles, mows, edges and otherwise maintains park grounds. Cuts, trims, prunes, clears, stakes and irrigates trees and shrubbery as necessary for proper growth, health, density and appearance. Plants, transplants, and removes trees, shrubs, plants and flowers. Cleans sidewalks and parking areas. Operates riding and tractor mowers, small front end loaders, backhoes, bucket trucks, and light trucks. Performs routine and preventive maintenance service on equipment. Picks up trash and disposes at appropriate sites. Inspects parks and play areas to determine and prioritize maintenance needs. Repairs playground equipment, picnic tables, pavilions and rest rooms. Performs repair work on park facilities and/or amenities. Assists in painting, plumbing work, electrical and maintenance duties in parks. Monitors assigned park areas and advises supervisor when non-routine repairs are needed. Operates truck and trailer combinations hauling equipment, materials, debris and supplies. Operates tree spade and small construction equipment, small dump truck, backhoe and other small construction equipment. Loads and unloads materials from trucks. Performs routine office work of limited complexity involving the performance of general clerical functions, cash handling, and customer service. Provides courteous, prompt and knowledgeable customer service to the public in parks and county rental facilities. Schedules facility and ensures documents are finalized; collects fees for rental of parks facilities and amenities. Maintains assigned park facilities in clean and sanitary conditions; picks up trash and disposes at appropriate sites, restocks, and cleans restroom facilities, sidewalks and parking areas. Assists other crew members in varied work assignments. May lead and/or participate in park maintenance training. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of general gardening, grounds keeping, and nursery practices. Knowledge of methods and tools used in grounds keeping, nursery and landscaping work. Knowledge of trades methods and practices for construction and maintenance repairs. Skill in the use and care of gardening and/or nursery tools and equipment. Ability to perform manual labor out of doors under sometimes adverse weather conditions. Ability to operate equipment such as weedeaters, chain saws, mowers, small dump trucks, backhoe, bucket truck, and small construction equipment. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to reconcile daily transactions. Ability to operate cash register and credit card machine. Ability to work effectively, and efficiently, under limited, indirect supervision. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is performed on a flexible rotating work week which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
