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NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $41,454.40 Annually Bachelor's degree in plant science (botany, horticulture, or forestry) and two years experience working for a landscaping contractor, nursery operator, botanical garden, university science department, or governmental agency; 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. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. This is highly responsible professional, technical and supervisory work developing, implementing and maintaining the Alachua County Right of Way Vegetation Management Program. An employee assigned to this classification plans, organizes, manages and directs the functions associated with the introduction and protection of trees and landscaping, materials in the county rights-of-way, roadway medians, stormwater basins and parks (on an as needed basis). Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained.  Position Summary: This is highly responsible professional, technical and supervisory work developing, implementing and maintaining the Alachua County Right of Way Vegetation Management Program. 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 plans, organizes, manages and directs the functions associated with the introduction and protection of trees and landscaping, materials in the county rights-of-way, roadway medians, stormwater basins and parks (on an as needed basis). 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  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. Directs, supervises, and assigns staff and equipment for tree planting and removal, landscaping, mowing, aquatic and rights of way vegetation control services in county's rights of way, roadway medians, storm water basins, parks and other County properties, as required. Provides technical assistance and professional direction for roadway vegetation management. Conducts hazard tree evaluations on county rights of way, roadway medians, storm water basins and parks.   Directs, supervises and assists in the structural pruning and removal of trees in public rights of way. Coordinates the donation and receipt of mitigation trees from various local vendors or governmental agencies. Prepares bid documents for mowing and vegetation control and aquatic and rights of way vegetation management services within County rights-of-way, storm water basins, parks and other County properties, as required.   Administers annual contract(s) as required, for aquatic and rights of way vegetation management services within County rights-of-way, storm water basins, and parks & other County properties; for mowing and vegetation control within County rights of way, parks and other County properties;  with local nurseries to provide trees and landscaping materials.with local nurseries to provide trees and landscaping materials. Organizes volunteers for tree planting efforts. Receives complaints from general public regarding trees and other plants, inspects trees, and assigns work to repair damage. Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate employees including determining work procedures and work schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; and conducting performance reviews. Organizes inventory information on tree planting sites. Performs periodic inspections and prepares reports and recommendations concerning conditions and needs of trees. Develops and implements amendments or changes to the tree protection and landscaping ordinances, as required. Reviews landscaping plans and specifications for compliance with County policy and sound planning principles. Prepares preliminary and final reports based on research, interviews or field investigations. Coordinates with other County departments and outside agencies to ensure compliance with environmental protection regulations, tree protections, and erosion and sedimentation control standards. Drives a County vehicle and/or personal vehicle to work sites in order to perform required duties. 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 Extensive knowledge of forestry and landscaping design principles and practices. Knowledge of arboricultural principles and practices. Knowledge of botany, plant physiology, entomology, landscape design, pathology and plant and tree anatomy. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in arboriculture.  Knowledge of and ability to apply tree appraisal techniques, including the relationship of planned, natural and built environments. Knowledge of tree species and landscaping materials for appropriateness in rights of way and roadway medians and storm water basin area. Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and ordinances related to environmental protection and vegetation management. Knowledge of computers and relevant software. Ability to analyze emergency situations quickly and accurately and respond with an appropriate course of action.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, outside agencies, and the general public. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing 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, and 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 75 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.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $57,116.80 Annually Master's degree in urban planning, public administration, emergency management, business administration, fire science or related field, and two years of professional  experience in emergency management or related field; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Acceptable education/experience:  Master's degree and two years' related professional field experience = (8 years); or Bachelor's degree and four years' related professional field experience = (8 years); or Associate's degree and six years' related professional field experience =(8 years);  or High School diploma or equivalent and eight years' related  professional field 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.Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Must obtain the National or Florida Professional Emergency Manager Certification. (IAEM CEM and/or FEPA FPEM) within 12 months of hire date. The employee must be able to report to the EOC within 60 minutes of notification in order to open and activate the EOC in the event of a declared emergency.    Position Summary: This is highly responsible professional and technical work in assisting in the conceptualization, formulation, and implementation the County's overall comprehensive emergency management program. 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 plans, organizes, directs, and controls the various activities and operations of the Emergency Management Division of the Alachua County Fire Rescue Department including preparedness, recovery, and mitigation planning. Work is performed under the general direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and the observation of results obtained.  Examples of Duties: Exudes a positive customer service focus.   Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with department mission and core values including:  integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication.   Coordinates and conducts planning efforts involving local agencies, jurisdictions and organizations; maintains and updates emergency plans; works to integrate County emergency planning with outside jurisdictions and organizations; ensures emergency planning efforts are in accordance with federal and state plans and guidelines; and ensures emergency planning efforts are in compliance with the current EMAP Standard. Coordinates the activities of County staff assigned as personnel in the Emergency Operations Center. This would include determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Performs difficult and complex research, analysis, and report preparation for emergency planning. Identifies potential hazards present in the jurisdiction in order to develop effective emergency plans. Serves as principal planner for major program areas such as the Local Mitigation Strategy, the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, and the Recovery Plan. Assists the higher level supervisor with short and long-range planning for the division. Assists the higher level supervisor with budget preparation for the division. Responds to the County's Emergency Operations Center when required to coordinate multi-agency operations. Reviews emergency plans from outside agencies, businesses and other governmental jurisdictions, providing recommended revisions and additions to those plans. Reviews all continuity plans prepared by County departments/offices; proposes revisions and additions to those plans. Develops and/or assists in the development, implementation and maintenance of related computer programs such as: CAMEO for data on all county facilities; MARPLOT and Visual Risk for mapping; and ALOHA for real time event plotting. Conducts the hazards analysis of chemicals in Alachua County in compliance with relevant state contract(s) and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. Conducts annual county-wide Critical Facilities Inventory in accordance with State Division of Emergency Management requirements. Develops policies and procedures for the program's operation in conjunction with department director or immediate supervisor. Confers with the public on matters concerning emergency planning, both in individual and group settings, including making formal presentation to groups of citizens. Responds to inquiries and/or complaints regarding the operation of the program. Prepares grant applications for local program funding and coordinates state and Federal grant programs as assigned. Attends trainings and/or meetings at offsite locations, some of which may include overnight travel as required. 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  Thorough knowledge of principles, practices and methods of local emergency management program. This may include contemporary principles, practices, and methods in as many of the following areas as possible; EOC operations, mitigation strategies, alert and warning, National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), continuity of operation/continuity of government, threat assessments, emergency planning, damage assessment, mass care planning and recovery planning. Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of emergency response and recovery operations to include Incident Command System (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Knowledge of federal, state and local emergency response and recovery plans Knowledge of recovery guidance and practices for declared and non-declared disasters. Knowledge of natural and human-made hazards as applied to emergency planning. Knowledge of the traditional organization and operations of local and state government agencies. Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to the practice of emergency management and planning; knowledge of state and/or Federal emergency grants and budgetary management. Knowledge of the use of planning and presentation software; knowledge of and ability to use computer techniques in public planning and management applications. Skill in the operation of motor vehicles. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees.  Ability to carry out complex emergency planning studies and to spearhead the preparation and maintenance of emergency plans and working plans. Ability to analyze information and to formulate substantive policy recommendations based upon such studies. Ability to conduct hazards identification, risk assessments, and consequence analyses. Ability to express ideas and findings clearly and concisely, utilizing oral, written, and graphic techniques. Ability to train emergency management personnel, stakeholders, and other staff on emergency management practices, procedures, and plans. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, outside agencies, 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 regularly required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach and occasionally required to be mobile. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus associated with the constant use of computer monitors. 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 occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock.  The employee may perform field work in inclement weather and harsh conditions such as wet areas and dense brush with biting insects, venomous animals or irritating plants. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $57,116.80 Annually Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, business administration, information sciences or related field; and three years progressively responsible computer software support services and/or geographical information systems experience, including web programming experience and application system, program analysis and/or design experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. This position is responsible for the development of in-house software, including the evaluation and integration of system architectures, data models, first and third-party frameworks, technical documentation and utilization of code repositories and version control. This position will also occasionally assist in the evaluation, installation and integration of third-party software. This position involves frequent development with Microsoft SharePoint, ASP .NET , C#, CSS and JavaScript. This position will be required to work closely with front-end developers, database analyst and other members of the development team and will be required to follow technical direction from our project leads and managerial team members.    Position Summary: This is responsible advanced technical work in the development and/or design of management information systems. An employee assigned to this classification develops, maintains, and/or designs information systems using code and applications techniques.  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 Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, employees in this classification may be required to report 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. Assists in the design and implementation of complex information systems and applications primarily using web-based technologies Creates, updates and re-writes codes behind using .NET and C# as the primary languages.  Creates web services to pass data between applications and external data sources and uses web services to achieve CRUD functionality between applications and SharePoint data sources. Creates modules for Microsoft SharePoint/web based applications utilizing .NET/C# and SharePoint. Creates applications and modules that utilize MSSQL as a data source. Creates applications and modules that can output HTML and CSS as specified by design staff. Manipulates front-end interfaces and controls utilizing JavaScript and/or jQuery. Utilizes the tools and resources in Microsoft Visual Studio. Utilizes source control technologies such as Microsoft TFS (Team Foundation Server). Assists in the application architecture of new applications. Assists in maintenance and development of online mapping Geographic Information Systems (GIS) application as assigned within Growth Management.    Assists in collaboration with GIS team members in maintenance of Geodatabases as assigned within Growth Management. 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 Thorough knowledge of principles, practices, techniques and programming/project methodologies of application development and architecture/design. Knowledge of application architecture and database design/schemas. Knowledge and skill in the use of commonly used programming languages, e.g., C#, JavaScript, VB.Net or MSSQL.  Ability to analyze, conduct meetings and document different project needs based on descriptions and requests for applications from different users. Ability to adhere to and suggest code standards. Ability to interact efficiently within a team environment. Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate work on a variety of projects. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to initiate and implement administrative procedures. Ability to develop and carry out objectives. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 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 talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and be able to reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, 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 occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $54,246.40 Annually Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, public works engineering, or a closely related engineering field.  A valid State of Florida Driver's 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.  Requires successful completion of a criminal history background investigation prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience may be considered for trainee status.  Position Summary: This is entry level professional work in the review and preparation of plans, designs and specifications for public works projects. 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 in this classification assists engineers of higher rank in the design and review of various public works projects. Independent judgment is exercised in planning and technical decisions. 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 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. Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design projects. Calculates cost and determines feasibility of projects based on analysis of collected data.  Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project. Drives a County vehicle and/or personal vehicle to work sites for planning, analysis, project progress, and to perform inspections of construction sites and advises construction inspectors. Inspects construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards. Directs construction and maintenance activities at project site. Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents. Assists in the design of highways, intersections, drainage systems and other public works projects in accordance with established specifications and standards. Develops preliminary layouts of proposed highways and other public works projects with the aid of topographic surveys and aerial photography. Establishes preliminary vertical grades for projects and computes vertical curves. Computes project plan quantities. Performs preliminary cost estimates. Reviews plans and reports, zoning requests, and board of Adjustment applications. Ensures plans are prepared in compliance with County development codes. Drafts proposed regulations. Responds to citizen requests for flood zone information and assistance with drainage problems. 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 Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering. Knowledge of design, construction and operation of public works facilities. Considerable knowledge of computer drafting techniques. Skill in the use of engineering instruments and calculators. Skill in microcomputer applications. Ability to perform engineering and related mathematical computations. Ability to read and review plans for public works type projects. 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, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance 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 occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua CLOSE DATE/TIME: Fri. 07/12/19 11:59 PM Eastern Time SALARY: $45,968.00 Annually Master's  Degree in  counseling, psychology or related mental health field  and  one year 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 two years 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. This position is grant funded until December 31, 2023 which is renewed or negotiated annually. Employees are eligible for benefits but have no rights to permanent employment.  Position Summary: This is responsible professional crisis intervention counseling work providing mobile response team services, and the ongoing development, training and support of the Crisis Center's mobile response program in the County's Crisis Center and onsite throughout the community. 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 reviews the daily processing of crisis calls, mobile response calls, care plans, follow up contacts and warm hand offs to community providers. Work  is  performed  under  the  direction  of  a  higher  level  supervisor  and  is reviewed through conferences, reports and  observation of the results obtained.  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 trauma sensitive and strength based mobile response crisis intervention services.   Provides direct service through mobile response, crisis phone line, face to face counseling, 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.   Coordinates ongoing in-service trainings and debriefs for mobile response team members.   Ensures team compliance with policy and procedures.   Provides supervision and clinical training to graduate students toward their certification and/or licensure.   Assists all staff and volunteers, through individual and group conferences, in analyzing mobile response cases, client concerns, and the ongoing coordination of care, case problems and in improving their diagnostic and helping skills.   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 and organizes feedback from each individual and family regarding the service delivery to improve outcomes of care that inform, individualize, and improve provider service delivery.   Provides in-service training for experienced workers in areas such as advanced mobile response and crisis intervention skills, new policies, procedures, and regulations including those related to trauma informed care, cultural and linguistic competency. Represents department in community or in interagency activities. Conducts and/or directs staff development programs. Continuously reviews current caseload. Counsels and refers clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community as appropriate. Supervises and continuously evaluates, assist, and advises crisis intervention volunteers, practicum and internship graduate students. Ensures the  proper  tracking  of  data  and   statistical  information  related  to  the  mobile response team program.   Provides after-hours on-call and in person supervision for mobile response team and all Crisis Center workers.   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 develop and implement community-wide strategies to address mental health issues.   Coordinates and assists with implementation of mobile response program policies and procedures.   Coordinates   activities,   groups and    internal   projects   geared toward   personal and professional development of mobile response team, volunteers, graduate students and staff.   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   mobile response, crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs.   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 regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach and to be mobile.   The   employee may   occasionally lift and/or   move    up   to 10   pounds. Specific   vision abilities required for this job include close vision, and distance 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 CLOSE DATE/TIME: Fri. 07/12/19 11:59 PM Eastern Time SALARY: $70,220.80 Annually Associate's degree in fire science, emergency medical services, or a directly related field and eight (8) years experience of which three years must have been at a Chief Officer level or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and criminal history background check are required prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided via attached to application,email to achr@alachuacounty.us, or fax via to 352-374-5233 : 1. Current Fire Officer I (NFPA-1021) dated before November 18, 2013 or State of Florida Fire Officer II dated on or after November 18, 2013. 2. Current State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance. 3. Current state of Florida Paramedic certificate with attending privileges as approved by the Alachua County Medical Director. 4. Current designation as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider. 5. Completion of a minimum certified sixteen (16) hour emergency driving course. 6. 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. 7. A sworn affidavit attesting to the non-use of tobacco products must be submitted by all external applicants. Please call Human Resources at 374-5219 or email achr@alachuacounty.us for this form. 8. Successful applicants must meet all requirements for Drivers as listed in Florida Statutes 401.281. Upon appointment to position, the following must be completed and maintained as a condition of employment: Certification by the Alachua County Medical Director is required and must be maintained as a condition of employment.  Position Summary: This is responsible supervisory, technical and administrative work in planning and directing the activities of the assigned Branch within the Operations Section of the Alachua County Fire Rescue Department. This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or  emergency, employees in this classification are required to work. An employee assigned to this classification directs and manages operational functions of the assigned Branch including formulating and recommending policies and procedures, allocating and monitoring resources, responding to fire and medical emergencies, and supervising and evaluating staff.  Work is performed under the direction of the Operations Section Chief and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of the results obtained.  Examples of Duties: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  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. Responsible for formulating and recommending the short and long range planning of training, development and operations of the assigned Branch.  Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; administering discipline; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Confers with Section Chief and supervisory personnel in order to determine program management and staff development needs. Responds to medical and fire related incidents. Initiates command procedures in compliance with the Department's Incident Command System. Reviews data and analyzes past and current year activities of assigned Branch in order to prepare budgets and justify funds requested. Formulates and recommends programs, policies and procedures. Maintains a close working relationship with other Fire/Rescue/EMS professionals to ensure a coordinated and efficient delivery of services is provided. Evaluates effectiveness of patient care delivered and compares patient outcomes with national standards. Makes recommendations and formulates departmental standard operating procedures. Compiles statistical reports on interviews, transfers, performance ratings, and promotions to evaluate performance of subordinates. Makes recommendations for the specifications and selection of equipment and vehicles. Maintains accurate records, logs and files, and prepares reports as required. Makes recommendations involving the assigned Branch budget; monitors and makes recommendations for expenditures. Counsels and recommends departmental employees for educational programs or for promotion or transfer. Writes applications and proposals to submit to fund-granting authorities, such as government and foundations. Remains current with Local, State, and Federal regulations, standards, and guidelines related to fire/rescue services. 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 Thorough knowledge of laws, rules and regulations relating to operations of community emergency agencies. Thorough knowledge of current emergency medical and fire services principles and practices and procedures. Thorough knowledge of emergency scene management and fire ground tactics and strategies. Thorough knowledge and understanding of industry-wide fire/rescue standard operating procedures and guidelines. Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of administration and organization including general budgeting, accounting, and personnel techniques and management principles and practices. Ability to supervise and organize the work of staff, develop capable staff, enforce disciplinary procedures, coach and counsel staff, and effectively appraise employees' work performance. Ability to analyze emergency situations quickly and accurately; establish command and operational priorities; and respond with appropriate courses of action. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including public speaking and preparing written reports and memoranda. Ability to develop efficient policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, assisting agencies, civic groups, fire and medical professionals, and the general public. Ability to lift and/or move patients and/or equipment, as needed, in emergency situations Ability to analyze and evaluate program activities and procedures. Ability to obtain, and maintain, physician certification attesting to general good health and freedom from communicable diseases. 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 sit; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and 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, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat (non-weather); work with explosives; risk of radiation, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.  Supplemental Information: Preferred Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration or public safety related field. 2. State of Florida Certified Public Manager 3. National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua Salary: $48,921.60 Annually MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Graduation from high school or equivalent. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and criminal history background check are required prior to employment.  Upon submission of application on-line or in person, proof of the following must be provided in the following manner by the closing date of this position or your application will not be forwarded to the hiring manager:  Proof can be submitted in person, by mail, by attaching to your application, or by  fax to 352-374-5233 to Human Resources: Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided: 1. Current State of Florida Paramedic certification. 2. Current designation as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider.  3.  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. 4.  Successful applicants must meet all requirements for Drivers as listed in Florida Statutes 401.281. Upon appointment to position, the following must be completed and maintained as a condition of employment:  1. Current State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance or ability to obtain State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance within one year from the initial date of full-time employment with Alachua County Department of Fire Rescue in accordance with Florida Statute, Title XXXVII, Chapter 633, Section 35, paragraph (2) (FS 633.35(2)).  2. Successful completion of a course in Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support or    Basic Trauma Life Support must be obtained within the first twelve months upon appointment to position and maintained as a condition of employment.  3. Certification by the Alachua County Medical Director within the first month of employment and maintain this certification as a condition of employment. NOTE: EXTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST ADDITIONALLY SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING ALONG WITH ALL OTHER DOCUMENTATION LISTED ABOVE: 1. A sworn affidavit attesting to the non-use of tobacco products. Please contact Human Resources at 352-374-5219 to obtain this form. NOTE: RECRUITMENT FOR THIS POSITION IS TO ESTABLISH A HIRING/PROMOTIONAL ELIGIBILITY LIST THAT WILL REMAIN IN EFFECT FOR UP TO TWO YEARS.     Position Summary: This is responsible technical and supervisory work in the Alachua County Fire Rescue Department providing medical care to the critically ill or injured and performing firefighting duties as required by the situation. 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 the supervisor on an ALS ambulance who is responsible for rendering initial evaluations of patients and performing basic and/or advanced life support procedures on the sick or injured and performing firefighter duties including combating, extinguishing and preventing fires as required. Work is performed within standard guidelines and under physician's orders. An employee is expected to exercise considerable independent judgment, based on technical training in the emergency medical field. Work is reviewed by higher level supervision through quality assurance, reports and observation of results obtained.  Examples of Duties: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 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. Responds to medical, fire and other emergency and non-emergency calls. Counsels employees as required, supervises and evaluates assigned driver. Performs duties of field training officer with probationary employees and acts as a preceptor for EMT and Paramedic students. Utilizes all required safety measures when performing assigned job duties. Determines extent of illness or injury, establishes priority for required care and performs triage.  Provides emergency medical assistance including, but not limited to: airway control and maintenance, positive pressure ventilation, cardiac resuscitation, cardiac monitoring, intravenous therapy and pharmacological therapy. Provides control of hemorrhaging and limb and spinal immobilization; bandages wounds and treats other medical emergencies. Transmits patient information to the receiving facility via telephone or radio. Assists in moving patients to emergency medical vehicles to transport to a medical facility. Reports necessary information to emergency room upon arrival with patient and fully documents information on run report as required. Initiates command procedures in compliance with the department's Incident Command System (ICS). Supervises the delivery of critical patient care upon arrival at the scene to ensure proper care is administered. Prepares and maintains records and reports as directed and in accordance with State, local, and department's guidelines. Operates hose line and other emergency equipment used in extinguishing fires. Ventilates burning buildings; performs forcible entry as necessary. Recognizes and secures evidence of arson for analysis; secures building before leaving the scene. Assists in inspections and pre-fire tactical surveys of area buildings. Attends and participates in company drills and training sessions. Assists in cleaning, restocking, and maintaining vehicle and equipment after each call. Inspects equipment and supplies daily to ensure that vehicle is in compliance with all state and local laws and requirements. Performs routine maintenance of quarters, station and grounds. 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  Thorough knowledge of current emergency medical treatment procedures and departmental medical care protocols. Thorough knowledge of emergency medical and fire equipment, operation and maintenance. Thorough knowledge of departmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual. Considerable knowledge of fire prevention, suppression, and extinguishment techniques. Ability to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to recognize life-threatening situations and react accordingly. Ability to follow precise technical instructions from a physician via phone or radio. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to learn and operate relatively complex fire fighting equipment. Ability to perform prolonged and difficult work under adverse conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and representatives from other agencies. 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 stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move more than 100 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 frequently works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places, in outside weather conditions; and with explosives and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alachua SALARY: $57,122.42 Annually Master's degree in urban planning, geography, public administration, architecture, civil engineering, environmental science, or related field, and one year professional planning experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.  Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. 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 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. This position is a professional position to manage EPD's water quality and hydrologic monitoring program which includes wastewater treatment facilities, groundwater, surface waters, springs, and stormwater.  The selected candidate will supervise 2-4 employees and will be responsible for assisting with budgeting, hiring, and purchasing processes. This position requires extensive knowledge of Alachua County's water resources and the State's regulatory framework. The position is responsible for technical interpretation and reporting of hydrologic and water quality data and coordination with other agencies including water management districts, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and local municipalities.  This position requires experience obtaining and managing grant funded projects. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. This position is in Environmental Protection/ Water Resources Division  Position Summary: This is highly responsible professional and technical work in a variety of County Departments.  An employee assigned to this classification designs and performs difficult and complex planning research; prepares reports; assists senior professional staff in conceptualizing, formulating, and implementing the County's overall Comprehensive Plan, land development regulations, and other departmental policies and procedures; economic development and housing program activities; environmental and transportation impact studies; developing and conducting research projects; supervising research project teams presenting research results and recommendations to management. Performs difficult and complex environmental trend analysis, performs difficult and complex transportation analysis, as well as detailed development plan analysis which culminate in comprehensive reports and presentations, as required. Work is performed under the general direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and the observation of results obtained.  Examples of Duties: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS  Upon   declaration of   a disaster   and/or   emergency, employees in this classification may be required to report 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 and conducts extensive background research, surveys, and interviews and prepares reports on such areas as economics, the environment, land use, public facilities and infrastructure systems, planning law, urban design, social issues, and other planning concerns. Conducts field investigations and interviews. Makes presentations to other members of the Department, Administration, and to elected and appointed officials and citizens dealing with factual information and predetermined policy recommendations. Reviews and comments on site plans and development proposals for compliance with County policy and sound planning principles. These reviews may include Comprehensive Plan Amendment analysis, Zoning Application Process System analysis, and site plan/development plan/subdivision plat analysis. Supervises, as required, departmental research teams of lower level professional and/or technical employees.  Confers with the public on matters concerning planning, both in individual and group settings, including making formal presentations to groups of citizens. Compiles data, inventory, and tracking of the county's natural resource base. Performs on-site analysis of environmental or transportation impacts, responds to citizens inquiries and complaints regarding natural resources. Researches applicable federal, state, and local planning/regulatory literature to be used in the formulation of the Comprehensive Plan policy and Unified Land Development Code. Hires and supervises, as required, the work of intern positions. Prepares grant applications for local program funding. Operates, as required, motor vehicles (including departmental motor vehicles) in order to conduct field tests, inspections, and investigations to obtain data for use in determining code compliance and sources of, and methods for, controlling County-wide environmental pollutants, attending meetings, and site visits. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. This classification exists in multiple County Departments. The duties listed above apply to all SR Planner positions and the specific duties listed below are shown for each department/division. Environmental Protection Department/Natural Resources: This position performs detailed complex land use change, zoning change and development plan analyses that culminate in comprehensive reports and presentations used by decision-making bodies such as the Board of County Commissioners, the Planning Commission and the Development Review Committee.  Additionally, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of Comprehensive Plan goals, objectives and policies; land development regulations and environmental codes.  This position requires considerable knowledge about regional wetland and upland flora and fauna including rare and regulated species and their habits, and demonstrate a thorough understanding of environmental planning issues relevant to north-central Florida.   This position will complete site inspections utilizing a County and/or personal vehicle, review detailed development applications, coordinate reviews with staff members, write reports, present findings at official public meetings, and may assist with land acquisition and stewardship activities such as prescribed fires, exotic plant control, floral and faunal inventories, and environmental monitoring. Environmental Protection Department/Water Resources: This position prepares and implements comprehensive, water conservation programs for Alachua County; develops and monitors strategies and schedules for implementing water conservation and water quality  programs for Alachua County. Evaluates, measures, and reports progress towards achieving program goals and objectives. Develops and monitors budget expenditures for water programs; investigates, applies for and manages grant and cooperative funding. Represents Alachua County on local and regional water  committees, councils, etc, as assigned. Communicates the Board's water goals and objectives to the public and private sectors.  Considerable knowledge of Alachua County's water resources and the state's regulatory framework is required. Parks and Conservation Lands Department/Land Acquisition: This position performs difficult and complex environmental analyses which culminate in comprehensive reports, maps and presentations required by the Department.  The position includes coordination of activities for the contract Land Acquisition Negotiator with County staff; reviews and processes nominations of land acquisition projects and coordinates site evaluations; manages contracts for land acquisition services, appraisers, surveyors, and environmental auditors, and reviews work products; conducts land acquisition activities and supervises related real estate functions, including negotiations, development of conservation easements, and the review of title work and deeds; develops and maintains GIS and other data management systems to document and track real property interests; and conducts and documents field inspections to determine compliance with conservation easements. Growth Management Department:  This position performs difficult and complex professional urban planning services that relate to the County's comprehensive plan, land development code, zoning, development review, and/or intergovernmental coordination. This includes research and preparation of relevant data and analysis, review of proposed site plans for consistency with state statutes, the Comprehensive Plan and land development code, drafting of proposed policies and codes,  preparation and presentation of staff reports to advisory committees and elected officials and in other public settings, provision of information to groups and individuals about the County's comprehensive plan and land development code,  intra-departmental and inter-departmental coordination, and coordination with other local government, regional and state entities regarding planning matters. 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 Thorough knowledge of principles, practices and methods of comprehensive planning and plan implementation. This may include contemporary principles, practices, and methods in the following disciplines: land use planning, site design, public policy analysis, economic and demographic analysis, conservation ecology/biology, ecosystem dynamics, wildlife ecology/biology, population dynamics, botany, geography, geology, soil science, hydrology, water chemistry, and transportation modeling/engineering. Knowledge of zoning, subdivision regulation and other development regulations and techniques to include historic preservation. Knowledge of advanced technical skills in botany, ecology and land management, as well as familiarity with sound planning principles. Knowledge of planning research procedures in both written and graphic form. Knowledge of economics, government finance, political science, geography, sociology and environmental science as applied to public sector planning. Knowledge of the traditional organization and operations of local and state government agencies. Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to the practice of public sector planning. Knowledge of the use of planning/development related computing devices and software; knowledge of and ability to use computer techniques in public planning and management applications. Skill in the operation of motor vehicles. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees. Ability to carry out complex planning studies and to take a significant role in the preparation and maintenance of comprehensive plans and functional plans. Ability to analyze information and to formulate substantive policy recommendations based upon such studies. Ability to express ideas and findings clearly and concisely, utilizing oral, written, and graphic techniques. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, outside agencies, 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 regularly required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach occasionally required to be mobile. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus associated with the constant use of computer monitors. 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 occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The employee may perform field work in inclement weather and harsh conditions such as wet areas and dense brush with biting insects, venomous animals or irritating plants. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Director, Travel Industry Sales & Marketing – Latin America & Caribbean  Destination marketing organization seeking an experienced Travel Industry Sales & Marketing Director with a proven track record.  This person is responsible for developing, managing and executing the tourism activities and strategic marketing plans/programs to support sales, market share expansion, goals and objectives for the GMCVB.  These programs are designed to sell and promote Greater Miami as a destination to the Latin American & Caribbean travel trade. Responsibilities include managing the GMCVB’s Latin America & Caribbean Representation offices; expanding Greater Miami’s products/programs across all travel industry segments; generating group leads for Miami hotels and the destination’s large meeting facilities; and collaborating on sales awareness initiatives alongside the GMCVB’s Multicultural Tourism & Development team.   Requires: Bachelors degree in Marketing, Hospitality Management, Business Administration or related field, minimum of 5 years hotel sales, destination sales or related work experience and group sales experience. Excellent command of English. Spanish and Portuguese is a plus.   Candidate must possess good management skills including, management of projects and relationships, as well as an aptitude for marketing, advertising & media.   The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau is a sales and marketing company.  Our mission is to market Greater Miami & the Beaches across the globe as a premier convention & vacation destination. Visit our website at www.MiamiandBeaches.com .   We offer an excellent compensation & benefits package.  For consideration, qualified candidates SEND resume & salary requirements by January 11, 2019 to: Employment@GMCVB.com or fax: 305 530-5859. EOE    NO PHONE CALLS        

The City of Gainesville and GRU are seeking innovative and forward thinking Professionals that are career oriented for Infrastructure Server Administrator & Network Administrator opportunities.  If you are a resourceful professional with creative and innovative ideas, visit our website to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ AA/DFWP/EOE

As the Wild Spaces & Public Places Logistics Coordinator you will be assisting the Wild Spaces & Public Places Director with the management of $6-7M worth of capital improvements of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Facilities annually.  The Wild Spaces & Public Places referendum was approved by the voters of Alachua County on November 8, 2016 and will generate a one-half cent sales tax for eight years, raising approximately $50 million for the City of Gainesville. The Wild Spaces & Public Places (WSPP) team is responsible for facilitating capital projects associated with the tax. Visit our website to apply A A/DFWP/EOE/VP