Alachua County Board of County Commissioners

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible administrative experience in budget (Minimum $2 million) and program management and strategic planning.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the minimum requirements listed. Salary Range: $85,000   (Salary negotiable based upon education & experience). POSITION SUMMARY: The Executive Director is the professional leader and official representative of the Children's Trust of Alachua County.  This position oversees the implementation of the Trust's strategic direction and policies in order to pursue the organization's vision and achieve its mission. The Executive Director provides strategic visioning, planning and operational leadership consistent with the mission of the taxing district to ensure fully integrated service delivery and to maximize the use of resources available in the community to positively impact the lives of children and families in Alachua County. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: GENERAL DUTIES Planning, budgeting, advocacy, community leadership, implementing, managing and evaluating the activities and functions of the Children's Trust of Alachua County.   SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position is responsible for the overall operations of the Children's Trust of Alachua County.  Specific duties may be assigned to other personnel with appropriate oversight.  Final accountability remains with this position.   STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP Assists the Trust Board in defining the organization's vision, mission, strategic direction, and policies.   Develops a comprehensive set of guiding principles and values that guides all considerations on how to achieve the Children's Trust of Alachua County's (CTAC) vision, mission and goals.    In concert with and after consultations with appropriate providers, community partners, community representatives, managers, and staff, sets the direction and focus of activity.   Oversees the development of a business plan for the CTAC that anticipates, assesses, and shapes responses to both short-term issues and long-term opportunities and challenges.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Engages with the stakeholder community to promote the CTAC's mission and vision and recruits supporters and strategic partners. Establishes credibility within the CTAC and with the Board as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges. Collaborates to develop and implement systems, processes and procedures and personnel designed to achieve the objectives of the Trust. Uses independent judgment to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload. Principal spokesperson of the CTAC and stakeholder queries.   JOB OBJECTIVES Planning Work with the Board to develop a Strategic Plan and update as appropriate. Direct the activities of the CTAC based on the strategic plan. Institute mechanisms to ensure community involvement in planning processes. Work with other local planning bodies to ensure coordination and consistency of efforts. Develop benchmarks to track progress toward strategic goals.   Financial and Program Management Preparation, management and oversight of annual budget and funding recommendations for Board approval. Preparation and oversight of budget model forecast for planning purposes. Establishment of policies and procedures related to the evaluation of funding requests. Oversight of program and fiscal monitoring of funded programs.    Operation Management Foster high levels of customer service to ensure effectiveness and further development of customer-centered service delivery. Establish work environment that fosters a productive work culture. Prioritize a dynamic workload. Develop and provide oversight to such organizational plans and procedures as necessary for effective operations. Manage and direct the activities of staff to ensure programs are properly executed and the CTAC's priority objectives are achieved. To lead and ensure the effective management of the Council in meeting the statutory functions relevant to CTAC. Participate and oversee emergency planning and responses to emergency situations when required to do so. Other administrative duties as required.   COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND ADVOCACY Establishment and oversight of mechanisms to communicate the activities of the CTAC to the community. Develop and foster effective, and collaborative, external working relationship with community stakeholders within the community in order to address key strategic issues facing the community. Build and foster effective relations among a diverse array of individuals. Representation of the CTAC to the community. Representation of the CTAC at various local and state events addressing issues related to the interests and mission of the CTAC. Work with local legislative delegation and local elected officials to advance the interests of the children and families. Communicate the CTAC's positions to providers and the community.   BOARD RELATIONS Provide directional leadership and sound, imaginative advice to the Board on all matters relating to CTAC. Develops and maintains positive and open relationship and communication with the Board. Ensures the Board is kept informed of relevant policy issues and relevant operational issues. Preparation and oversight of agendas and supporting materials for Board meetings. Preparation and oversight of recommendations as requested by the Board. Assists the Chair in matters relating to Board member participation and meetings. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES   Strong management and leadership skills including, but not limited to, consensus building, conflict resolution, motivation, decision-making. Knowledge of strategic planning. Knowledge of local, state, national and corporate funding streams. Knowledge of curriculum design and training assessment. Experience in social service or community planning. Understanding of major policy issues involving children and families. Experience in advocacy for children and families, especially with marginalized and vulnerable populations. Experience in competitive procurement and program evaluation. Highly developed skills in oral and written communication and personal interaction. Ability to analyze data from a variety of sources and use it to form strategic initiatives and evaluate programming.    WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Duties are primarily performed in a general office environment and the community. Position and duties require:   Employee must travel to off-site facilities in visiting agencies throughout the community and participate in off-site meetings. Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services. Cognitive skills in order to perform essential functions. NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's  Degree in  counseling, psychology or related mental health field  and  two years of mental health counseling and/or crisis intervention experience, or any equivalent combination  of  related training  and  experience. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Licensure in mental health, marriage and family counseling or any related mental health field is required within six months of employment.   Must successfully pass a Level 2 Background Check as specified by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.  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 record shows more than 3 moving traffic violations, and/or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Applicants   within   six   months   of   meeting   the   minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.  The Center is a 24 hr/day operation. All staff will periodically be asked to work at night, on weekends and be on call. NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua POSITION SUMMARY: This is responsible professional work providing mobile response team services, and the ongoing development, training and support of the Crisis Center's mobile response program. An employee assigned to this classification coordinates the mobile response team training and external relationships with schools, law enforcement, and other agencies.  The employee also directs the daily processing of mobile response calls, follow up contacts, and warm hand offs to community providers. This is an emergency essential classification.  Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Work is directed and reviewed by a higher level supervisor through conferences, reports and observation of the results achieved. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: 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.  Provides supervision and guidance to both volunteers and graduate students, counsels clients and helps to maintain a continuous community suicide prevention and crisis intervention program.   Provides trauma sensitive and strength based mobile response crisis intervention services. Provides direct service through mobile response, crisis phone line, face to face counseling, or through Crisis Center chat/text services as needed, on planned basis and in emergencies.   Provides clients and families with prompt screening, assessment, crisis intervention support, and linkage to community services.   Develops care plans for mobile response clients and their families focused on strategies to reduce individual and family stressors and for maintaining stabilization. Provides care coordination by enlisting the consultation of psychiatric providers and other mental health/social service organizations and transitioning care via a warm hand?off when possible and appropriate.   Provides after-hours on-call and in person supervision for mobile response team and all Crisis Center workers.   Assists with coordination of mobile response team schedules, caseloads and related duties, and coordinates activities of staff, volunteers, and graduate students in providing mobile response and ongoing counseling services to assist clients and families in crisis.   Designs training curriculum, identifies, and prepares mobile response team members in coordination with other Crisis Center staff.   Develops and reviews assessment tools, care plans, and safety standards for mobile outreach response.   Maintains memorandums of understanding with all county law enforcement agencies, local school administration, and other participating agencies.      Ensures process for informed consent and HIPAA compliance measures.   Provides supervision and clinical training to graduate students toward their certification and/or licensure.   Assists staff and volunteers, through individual and group conferences, in analyzing mobile response cases, client concerns, and the ongoing coordination of care.    Informs citizens and community organizations about the Crisis Center's mobile response team, crisis intervention services and suicide prevention programs that are available to the community.   Collaborates with local agencies to coordinate client care as well as to develop and implement community-wide strategies to address mental health issues.   Collects feedback from each individual and family regarding the service delivery to improve outcomes of care that inform, individualize, and improve provider service delivery.   Participates in developing and implementing agency administrative policy.   Trains new employees in areas such as agency policy, department procedures, and agency or government regulations.   Provides in-service training for experienced workers in areas such as advanced mobile response and crisis intervention skills, policies and procedures, trauma informed care, cultural and linguistic competency.   Represents department in community or in inter-agency activities. Conducts and/or directs staff development programs.   Directs and assists volunteer and graduate student counselors in effective processing of immediate telephone, mobile outreach, and walk-in requests for assistance.   Continuously reviews current caseload. Counsels and refers clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community as appropriate.   Supervises and continuously evaluates and advises crisis intervention volunteers, practicum and Internship graduate students.   Maintains client files and records. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events.   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  the  laws,  rules  and   regulations relating  to  the  operation of community crisis intervention programs.   Considerable   knowledge   of   current   techniques,   principles   and    practices    of   crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs.   Knowledge of community counseling/intervention resources available to the center.   Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing programs.   Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural and linguistic competency.   Ability to work with and counsel suicidal/distraught clients and work within a family driven and youth guided collaborative model.   Ability to function in a team setting.   Ability to train, supervise and appraise volunteers and students.   Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergencies.   Ability to coordinate and supervise volunteers and students in emergency situations.   Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.   Ability to   make    public   presentations   before   community   organizations    about   the program.   Ability to develop and   maintain good   working relationships with assisting   agencies, other County departments, employees and the general 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 frequently required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close 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.   The Crisis Center operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and employees in this position will be required to work various hours and days of the week. NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Master's degree in Library Science from a library school program accredited by the American Library Association and five years of professional library experience including two years of supervisory experience. Must provide own means of transportation. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua CLASS CONCEPT: This is highly responsible professional administrative work in directing the Public Services Division in the Alachua County Library District. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for all activities, operations and functions of the Public Services Division, including the supervision of staff, implementation of modern library techniques and technologies, establishment of procedures, recommendation of policies, and development and monitoring of short and long range plans and budgets for the service area, as well as assisting with District-wide planning. Work is performed independently under the direction of the Library Director with a high degree of sound independent judgment and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.   EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Coordinates the work of the Public Services Division, which includes headquarters, branch, outreach, bookmobile, jail library services, and technical services that includes library materials acquisition, cataloging, processing, preservation and collection management. Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate supervisors, branch managers, and other employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Keeps abreast of new developments in the field, including those of a technological nature. Analyzes needs, and recommends and implements appropriate measures for improving service; disseminates such information to division and other library staff. Plans, organizes and coordinates Library District-wide, in-service training for Division staff. Provides technical assistance and guidance to professional and paraprofessional staff. Develops division budget, monitors, and controls budget expenditures. Plans and organizes services. Recommends policies and implements procedures for the Division and the library system. Assists in establishing standards for collections and services and devises control procedures to assure the attainment of standards. Reviews and evaluates operating policies and procedures and makes recommendations to improve operating efficiency and productivity.   Recommends selection of library materials or coordinates the development of District materials' collections. Works with Library Director and other Division Directors to provide a coordinated program of library services in compliance with the Long Range Plan and Service Level Guidelines. Coordinates District-wide public service projects and studies; develops, implements, analyzes and reports statistical measures of library service. Recommends changes in Long Range Service Plans to Library Director; assists in developing District-wide plans. Represents the Library Director, when necessary, at meetings to furnish or obtain information. Provides Board of Trustees and Governing Board with information as requested by Library Director. Provides the public with information by utilizing library resources, and through public presentations on library services; resolves complaints. Attends conferences and participates in related professional organizations. Performs related work as required. 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 Comprehensive knowledge of goals, principles, practices, systems, and techniques of professional public library work. Comprehensive knowledge of public library management, supervisory techniques, and the ability to apply them to create effective and efficient service. Thorough knowledge of library materials and services to satisfy patron needs. Thorough knowledge of developing methods to deliver library services to persons who cannot or choose not to come to the library. Considerable knowledge of delivering to patrons library materials available within the District and from other libraries. Knowledge of the effective application of computerized library systems. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate headquarters, branch, technical service administrators, managers, supervisors and other employees. Ability to analyze library problems and make sound recommendations for change. Ability to effectively plan for and manage public library services within an independent taxing district. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library staff, elected officials, Library District support groups, and the public. Ability to maintain complex records, perform research and in-depth analysis, and prepare reports. Ability to contribute to the overall growth and development of the Library District. Understand how and why Library policies and procedures were developed. Ensure patron compliance of all policies and procedures through effective communication and enforcement. 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.  

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $43,659.20 Annually Field Ops: Associates degree in a field of study related to animal welfare, business administration, criminal justice and two years' experience in animal welfare, or a closely  related field; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.  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 record shows more than 3 moving traffic violations, and/or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. As a condition of employment, incumbents must meet all Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) requirements/prerequisites to handle controlled substances.  Incumbents applying for the Field Ops Supervisor must be certified as an Animal Control Officer through the Florida Animal Control Association (FACA), or their state's equivalent, at the time of employment.  Those  with out-of-state equivalency must  successfully pass the forty  hour minimum standards  training course (Animal Control Officer Certification)through  FACA  within six  (6)  months of  date  of hire.  Shelter: Associates degree in a field of study related to animal welfare or business administration and two years' experience in animal welfare, or a closely related field; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.  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 record shows more than 3 moving traffic violations, and/or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. As a condition of employment, incumbents must meet all Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) requirements/prerequisites to handle controlled substances.  All  incumbents (both Shelter & Field Ops Supervisors) must successfully pass the Euthanasia Technician Certification Course through FACA within six (6) months of date of hire. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and criminal history background investigation are also required prior to employment.    Position Summary: This is highly responsible supervisory work coordinating the daily activities of Animal Service employees. This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for taking initiative; improving morale; assisting and educating citizens, staff and volunteers about County-wide ordinances and departmental procedures for adoptions, reclaims and pick-ups; generating ideas for continuous process improvement, working collaboratively with internal and external partners; leading, scheduling and training the diverse staff assigned and maintaining vehicles, the kennel, and grounds.  Responsibilities will vary according to assignment within the Animal Services Department as stated below.    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 (Shelter and Field Operations) 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. Leads the diverse Animal Services staff offering guidance, training and support in an accountable, approachable and professional manner.  Determines work procedures and schedules; issues instructions and assigns duties; reviews work; recommends personnel actions; and conducts performance reviews. Builds strong working relationships with department staff, County departments, animal welfare partners and other local and state partners. Professionally represents the Department to elected officials, citizens and other County departments both verbally and in writing. Manages the department's budget and resources with an emphasis on responsible stewardship. Implements appropriate division procedures and makes recommendations to the Animal Services Director for department-wide procedures. Produces professional, accurate, quality reports. Values lifelong learning to remain current on professional trends and takes a personal interest in the professionalism and career development of staff. Supervises and participates in animal cruelty investigations. Examines animals to determine need of services from veterinarian.  Monitors  the  use of all drugs and hazardous substances used by Animal Control in accordance with state and  federal regulations.  Responsible for humane euthanasia of designated animals in accordance with department procedure, applicable laws and regulations and best practices.  Acts as Department Director in his/her absence.   Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.  FIELD OPS (Essential Job Functions in addition to those listed above):   Investigates  animal complaints and  violations;  ensures action is  taken to comply with ordinances.   Supervises and participates in animal cruelty investigations.   Operates tranquilizing equipment to subdue dangerous animals when necessary.   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 County ordinances, law enforcement and health regulations pertaining to animals and related legal procedures. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees. Ability to prepare and interpret related budget and statistical reports. Ability to deal effectively with the public especially during emotional or stressful situations. Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions. 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 talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds;. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. 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 outdoor weather conditions; occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather); fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.