Requisition No: 870738 Agency: Veterans Affairs Working Title: OPS SENIOR REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR - 50601589 Pay Plan: Health Care Practice Position Number: 50601589 Salary: 32.64 Posting Closing Date: 03/06/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Requisition #870738 OPS REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs Clifford C. Sims State Veterans’ Nursing Home Panama City, Bay County, FL Hourly Rate: $32.64 Paid Bi-Weekly Position is overtime eligible *Other vacant positions/shifts may be filled from this advertisement within six (6) months of the closing date** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Must possess a current Florida Registered Nurse License Must possess a current CPR certification Must have supervisory nursing experience Must be willing and able to work evening, night, weekend and holidays as required Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, and Word) Successful completion of the due diligence process, to include but not limited to, a Level II Background check and drug screen https://info.flclearinghouse.com PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Experience in long-term care or 120 bed skilled nursing facility Experience with Electronic Medical Records Experience with medication administration POSITION DESCRIPTION : Incumbent reports to the Director of Nursing and will provide quality professional care to our American Heroes to ensure their health, safety, and security in accordance with established agency Standard Operating Procedures and Nurse Practice Act. Responsible for administration of medications and treatments per MD order, monitoring and providing interventions to meet the needs of the resident, completing accurate clinical documentation reflective of resident’s status, and providing supervision and guidance to the RN, LPN, CNA and other health care professionals Ensure that the nursing personnel are following their job descriptions and that the residents are receiving total nursing care Receive notices of absences when nursing staff calls off, and coordinates assignments to maintain regulatory compliance and meet the needs of the residents Notify the Administrator and/or DON of any emergency situations in the building Make daily rounds to observe residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met Observe all nursing staff giving care at least once during an eight-hour shift Maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the facility and nursing department Follow all local, state, and federal rules and regulations Assist in review of policies and procedures Ensure that reference material at the nurses’ stations is current Make recommendations to DON for improved and/or additional items Review and follow-up incidents and/or complaints occurring on assigned tour of duty. Complete reports and forward to DON Will give Basic Life Support (CPR) when necessary Assist DON in ensuring that all assessments are completed prior to the Interdisciplinary Resident Care Plan Committee meeting Check all documentation related to assessment for those residents scheduled for IDT Ensure that any incomplete documentation is finished within twenty-four (24) hours of a scheduled IDT Conference Participate in economical utilization of supplies and ensure that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in residents such as cardiac arrest Participate in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment Actively participate in continuing educational programs for self-development and in overall quality improvement programs Perform other related duties, including special projects, as assigned This position is in the OPS (Temporary) system. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Requisition No: 870588 Agency: Veterans Affairs Working Title: SENIOR REGISTERED NURSE SUPV - 50556020 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 50556020 Salary: $72,113.08 Annually Posting Closing Date: 02/28/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Requisition 870588 SENIOR REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs Alwyn C. Cashe State Veterans’ Nursing Home Orlando, Orange County, FL. Annual Salary: $72,113.08 Paid Bi-Weekly 8-hour Shift 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday, with some weekends and holidays. *This position is eligible for both overtime pay and an additional $1.00 per hour shift differential pay for qualifying shifts. The Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs is an agency dedicated to serving those who served the U.S. We are seeking a motivated, dynamic individual to join our team. Our facility boasts a loyal team of long-term and fantastic work culture. Come join our team to reduce your travel times, decrease the costs of gas and tolls, increase flexibility during the week, have more quality time with family and a great work-life balance! EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS (Benefits are prepaid): Competitive Wage Scale Choice of Insurance plans - HMO or PPO Health Insurance - Individual Plan $50 per MONTH Health Insurance - Family Plan $180 per MONTH Spouse Program: If you and your spouse work full-time for the State of Florida, the cost of your family health insurance premiums will be reduced rate. Both spouses must be members of the same insurance plan. Life, Dental, Vision and much more offered The Florida Retirement System (FRS) offers two retirement plans - the Investment Plan and the Pension Plan The Florida Deferred Compensation Plan is a 457b pre-tax retirement program. Vacation Leave Sick Leave Nine paid holidays Tuition Waiver Program for full-time employees- up to 6 credit hours each semester Education and employment history must be verifiable. Please attach any credentials you claim (degrees, certifications, etc.) to your application. *Other vacant Sr. Registered Nurse Supervisor positions (shifts), including OPS (Temporary), may be filled in from this advertisement within six (6) months of the closing date.* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a valid CPR certification. Must have a valid Florida Registered Nursing license. Must have supervisory experience working in a long-term care facility. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Successful completion of the employment screening process includes, but is not limited to, a national background investigation and drug test. https://info.flclearinghouse.com PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with Electronic Medical/Health Records. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, and Word). Experience with medication administration. At least one (1) year of experience as a Registered Nurse Supervisor. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The incumbent is responsible for providing quality professional care to the veteran residents to ensure their health, safety, and security in accordance with established agency Standard Operating Procedures and Nurse Practice Act. This position reports to the Director of Nursing. Provide initial and ongoing assessment of the resident population. Perform assigned duties to include, but not limited to, administration of medications and treatments per Medical Doctor (MD) order, monitoring and providing interventions to meet the needs of the resident, completing accurate clinical documentation reflective of resident’s status, and providing supervision and guidance to the Registered (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and other Allied Health Care Professionals Supervise and direct nursing personnel on an assigned shift. Ensure that the nursing personnel are following their job descriptions and that the residents are receiving total nursing care. Review shift assignments and ensure that the assignments reflect the ability of the staff to meet the specific nursing care needs of the residents. Ensure that work assignments are written, dated, and posted. Receive notices of absence when nursing staff calls off, and coordinates assignments to maintain regulatory compliance and meet the needs of the residents. Notify the Administrator and/or DON of any emergency situations in the building. Make daily rounds to observe residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met. Observe all nursing staff giving care at least once during an eight-hour shift. Maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the facility and nursing department. Follow all local, state, and federal rules and regulations. Assist in review of policies and procedures. Ensure that reference material at the nurses’ stations is current. Make recommendations to DON for improved and/or additional items. Review and follow-up incidents and/or complaints occurring on assigned tour of duty. Ensure that all verbal orders, including telephone orders from attending physicians, are reviewed by a registered nurse. If no RN is available, receive all telephone orders from physicians. Assist Nursing Program Specialist in ensuring that all assessments are completed prior to the Interdisciplinary Resident Care. Plan Committee meeting. Check all documentation related to assessment for those residents scheduled for Care Plans. Ensure that any incomplete documentation is finished within twenty-four (24) hours of the scheduled Care Plan Conference. Participate in economic utilization of supplies and ensure that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest. Participate in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Actively participate in continuing educational programs for self-development and in overall quality improvement programs. Perform other duties as assigned. This position is in the Career Service System. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Requisition No: 858241 Agency: Veterans Affairs Working Title: SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 50950072 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 50950072 Salary: $50,960.78 Posting Closing Date: 03/03/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Requisition #858241 SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT of VETERANS' AFFAIRS Clifford C. Sims State Veterans' Nursing Home Panama City, Bay County Annual Salary: $50,960.78 Paid Bi-weekly **All SLPN's working 2nd or 3rd shift will be eligible for $1.00/hr. shift differential. ** Anticipated Vacancy Excellent retirement package and optional deferred compensation plan. Health, vision, dental, disability, and other supplemental insurance available at reasonable premium rates. Paid vacation and sick leave. Nine (9) paid holidays and personal day. Tuition waiver available for State Universities and Community Colleges (up to 6 credits per semester). The FDVA Nursing State Veterans’ Nursing Homes are designated employment sites for the Nursing Student Loan Forgiveness Program From funds available, the program may make nursing education loan repayments of up to $4000 per year, per nurse enrolled in the program, for a maximum of four years. Payment is made at the end of each 12-month enrollment period and made directly to the participant’s lender. Enrollment and payment of awards is based on available funds. ***Other Senior Licensed Practical Nurse, including OPS (Temporary) positions, may be filled from this advertisement within six (6) months of the closing date.*** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be willing and able to work weekends and holidays as required Must possess a valid State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse Licensure Must possess a valid CPR certification Must be able to communicate effectively in English: reading, writing, speaking, and understanding Must possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Successful completion of the due diligence process to include, but not limited to, a Level II background check and drug screen https://info.flclearinghouse.com PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: One (1) year of experience in long-term care/120-bed skilled nursing facility, with a geriatric population One (1) year of experience providing practical nursing services Experience with Electronic Medical Records Experience passing medications in a skilled nursing facility Knowledgeable in the use of computer applications: Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) POSITION DESCRIPTION: The incumbent is responsible for providing quality care to the residents to ensure their health, safety, and security in accordance with established agency Standard Operating Procedures and Nurse Practice Act. Incumbent reports to the Nursing Supervisor. Provides administrative support that is technical in nature through established nursing standards, the individualized care plan and interdisciplinary teamwork according to established local and FDVA policies and procedures Coordinates shift assignments to team members, providing supervision of licensed and unlicensed staff and follow up to ensure completion of assignments Provide assistance with all aspects of resident care, treatments, self-administration of medications, coordinating medical appointments and spending time in social interactions with residents each shift worked Report resident concerns and needs promptly to the appropriate team member Assist with monitoring and accountability of residents to enable medical personnel to accomplish health related tasks Follow Resident’s Rights policies at all times and maintain confidentiality of resident information Consistently work cooperatively and respectfully with residents, family or resident representatives, facility staff, physicians, ARNP’s, consultants and ancillary service providers to assist residents to achieve maximum abilities, safety and promote happiness Document services and care plan outcomes appropriately within the facility software/database Participate in staff development and orientation of new personnel Attends all in-service programs, training classes and meetings. Assumes responsibility and accountability for information contained in the Employee Handbook Observe all facility safety, infection control, risk management, HIPAA policies Performs other related duties as required This position is in the Career Service system. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Requisition No: 870404 Agency: Veterans Affairs Working Title: REGISTERED NURSING CONSULTANT - 50000327 1 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 50000327 Salary: $66,686.87 Posting Closing Date: 03/04/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Requisition # 870404 REGISTERED NURSE CONSULTANT FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS Mary Grizzle Office building Homes Program Largo, Pinellas County Starting Salary : $66,686.87 Paid Bi Weekly Excellent retirement package and optional deferred compensation plan. Health, vision, dental, disability, and other supplemental insurance available at reasonable premium rates. Paid vacation and sick leave. Nine (9) paid holidays and personal day. Tuition waiver available for State Universities and Community Colleges (up to 6 credits per semester). Education and employment history must be verifiable. Please attach any credentials you claim (degrees, certifications, etc.) to your application. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be willing to obtain MDS Certification within first year of employment. Must possess a current Florida licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. Must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in nursing or a related field and two (2) years of nursing experience - OR - have six (6) years of professional nursing experience - OR - possess an Associate's degree and have four (4) years of professional nursing experience. Availability to travel 75% includes overnight required. At least one (1) year of experience working in a long-term care facility with a geriatric population. Successful completion of the due diligence process to include, but not limited to, a Level II Background check and drug screen. https://info.flclearinghouse.com PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel. Basic experience and familiarity with MDS and Care Plans. Infection Control Preventionist Certification. Position Description: Serve as a liaison between nursing staff and executive leadership of the FDVA Homes Program. Ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care. Monitor resident outcomes and quality measures. Coordinates and oversees all functions of the FDVA Homes Program’s MDS Assessment process to assure compliance with Federal and State requirements. Performs audits to assure prompt completion and transmission of the required MDS Assessment. Coordinates with Billing to assure accurate RAI-MDS and billing process. Develops and provides educational programs to the Interdisciplinary Team members. Prepare for and participate in regulatory surveys and inspections. Assist in identifying and correcting deficient practices. Ensure staff competency and licensure compliance. Review and update nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care. Oversee infection control and patient safety programs. Performs Other Duties as Assigned. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of Nursing Home State and Federal regulations. Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. This position is a Career Service Position The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Requisition No: 870239 Agency: Agency for Persons with Disabilities Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - F/C - 67044209 APD/ DDDP CHATTAHOOCHEE, FL Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 67044209 Salary: $2,633.05- $2,891.92 BIWEEKLY, plus shift differential, $68,459.26- $75,189.92 ANNUALLY Posting Closing Date: 03/03/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool AGENCY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES POSITION: Registered Nurse Specialist Forensic POSITION NUMBER: 67044209 OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY *This is an ANTICIPATED VACANCY* SALARY RANGE: $2,633.05- $2,891.92 BIWEEKLY, plus shift differential, $68,459.26- $75,189.92 ANNUALLY This posting may close before the posted closing date. CANDIDATE POOL: Future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for a period of up to six months. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for eligible employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits, including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits. Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options. Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com ). Flexible Spending Accounts. Tuition waivers. And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com . Paid Maternity and Parental Leave. https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/ The Agency seeks team members who demonstrate the qualities of being humble, hungry, and smart and lead others to embody the same. This entails lacking excessive ego, sharing credit, being self-motivated, and exercising good judgment and intuition regarding the subtleties of group dynamics. This position with APD will serve staff and management across the Agency. Your work will impact the workplace culture, our community, and the population we serve as we continuously strive to achieve the Agency’s mission. *Responses to the qualifying questions are required and must be verifiable based on your submitted application. Position Summary Duties of a Registered Nurse Specialist F/C include: The incumbent assigned to this position is responsible for the professional medical care, health, safety, and well-being of residents ordered by the Court to the custody of the Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program which is a 24/7 treatment and training facility. Performs direct nursing care functions as ordered/prescribed and in compliance with applicable policies, Florida Statutes, and the scope of practice. Provides health and safety monitoring of all residents by performing thorough documented nursing assessments upon complaints, referrals, or signs and symptoms of adverse medical or psychiatric conditions. Notifies and refers to medical or psychiatric provider as necessary and documents as required. Ensures all physician-ordered treatments are carried out as prescribed (BP, Pulse, Respirations, Temperatures, I & O, Phlebotomy, Wound Care, Radiological Exams Preparation, Application of Salves/Bandages, UA’S, EKG’S, etc.) Serves as charge person in management for medical/psychiatric emergencies (i.e., Oxygen, Suction, CPR, Splints, Documentation of event, etc.) pending the arrival of the attending physician or EMS for transport out of the facility. Prepares and documents administration and /or refusals of medications according to applicable policies, scope of practice, and best practices. Performs quality control protocols on medications received from the pharmacy against physician orders to ensure accuracy, stamps with medication stamps, and completes other required information as appropriate. Timely and accurately completes Medication Administration Records (MAR’S). Assumes accountability and security of controlled substances from the licensed nurse being relieved and transfers accountability to the relieving licensed nurse by confirming the count and security of all controlled substances before departing the facility. This confirmatory count will be documented and signed by both licensed nurses at the time of the count. If the counts do not reconcile, the nursing supervisor will be immediately notified for further instruction before either nurse departs the area/facility. Documents in compliance with professional nursing standards, best practices, policies and procedures, and integrated hospital services to provide a base of information to ensure quality resident care. Participates in appropriate audit/survey processes. Ensures/gives/receives reports of incidents, illness, and other relevant data pertaining to resident care with appropriate documentation, at the beginning and end of shift, to ensure continuity of resident care. Direct observation of each new admission within 24 hours, other than weekends and holidays to gather baseline data and for completion of Nursing Assessment on admission and annually; Completion of Monitoring of Side Effects Scale (MOSES) on admission. Initiation of flow sheets to identify conditions that may require treatment, i.e. BP, Meal Intake, Voiding, etc. Assists the physician with examination of residents as appropriate, makes notations in the patient charts and communicates orders for diet, laboratory, x-ray studies, and other medical treatments. Develops, implements, and/or monitors assigned residents’ treatment and overall well-being. Ensures monthly documentation of care given with notation of progress/lack of progress, as well as response to all prescribed treatments. Ensures emergency medical carts, “Crash Carts,” are checked per policy and as required to ensure that all necessary items are present and in good working condition. Complies with APD/Unit “Double-On” “Double-Back” Policies. Completes all the training required. Maintain MANDT certification as required. Maintain timesheet, ensuring accuracy and submitting timely in accordance with policy and procedure. Perform other related duties as required. Program Overview The Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program operates on the campus of Florida State Hospital in Chattahoochee and at Sunland in Marianna under the auspices of The State of Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). The Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program (DDDP) is dedicated to empowering persons with developmental disabilities charged with a felony crime to: 1. Acquire the skills and supports that will prepare them for success in their future environments. 2. Acquire the skills needed to become competent to stand trial. Minimum Qualifications Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse and three years of professional nursing experience or Bachelor of Science degree in nursing and two years of documented employment. Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: • Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques. • Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. • Ability to provide emergency nursing services. • Ability to participate in the planning and implementing of treatment for patients. • Ability to conduct individual and group therapy sessions. • Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical or emotional problems. • Ability to observe patients' reactions to medications. • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. • Ability to communicate effectively. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. • Ability to effectively interview and assess the health care of clients. • Ability to analyze complex reports and determine the service utilization habits of clients and to evaluate the appropriateness of that utilization. Other job-related requirements for this position: • Certification in the agency approved crisis prevention and intervention program at the Advanced level is required unless the incumbent requests reasonable accommodation supported by an annual medical certification. Incumbent is required to submit to pre-employment TB screening and on an annual on-going basis as prescribed by DDDP. • Maintain confidentiality of employee and/or resident information. This specific standard is mission critical as the Agency is entrusted with information about employees and residents, which is protected by HIPAA and other federal and state laws. The Agency’s ability to maintain and protect confidential information has a direct relationship to our ability to gain and maintain the public’s trust. • Based on the duties and essential functions of this position, incumbents will be required to spend a minimum of 75% of work time performing duties that involve direct contact with residents in a secure forensic facility. This position requires lifting, pulling, and squatting. • Employees of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities are required to demonstrate total commitment to outstanding customer service. This includes, but is not limited to, acting in a responsive, professional, courteous manner with the employees, customers, and public we serve at all times. Additional Information We are dedicated to empowering persons with developmental disabilities charged with a felony crime to acquire the skills needed to become competent to stand trial, and to acquire the skills and supports that will prepare them for success in their future environments. This position may be required to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency per APD OP 2-0035. This position is critical to the safety and supervision of residents and may require the incumbent to work beyond their normal work schedule to maintain minimum coverage levels in the facility. Our campus and facility are tobacco-free. Recruiting Contact: Jodi NeSmith Recruitment Manager- Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program & Pathways Agency for Persons with Disabilities Telephone: (850) 793-7075 Email: jodi.nesmith@apdcares.org WORK SCHEDULE This position is located at a 24-hour facility. Staff members must be agreeable to working a shift schedule; regular, evening, or night. Days Off: Varies. Employees may be required to work additional days/hours based upon the needs of the facility and center. This includes, but is not limited to ensuring facility coverage, activities, holidays, and emergency situations. Direct Deposit Program – As a condition of employment, a person appointed to a position in State government is required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program. BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT- It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities that applicants for employment undergo Level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the Level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Agency. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for Statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and Federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies. THIS POSITION REQUIRES A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION INCLUDING FINGERPRINTING, PURSUANT TO S. 110.1127(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. WE HIRE ONLY U.S. CITIZENS AND THOSE LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE U.S. APD PARTICIPATES IN THE U.S. GOVERNMENT’S EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION PROGRAM (E-VERIFY). E-VERIFY IS A PROGRAM THAT ELECTRONICALLY CONFIRMS AN EMPLOYEE’S ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES AFTER COMPLETION OF THE EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION FORM (I-9). ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD COMPLETE THE ON-LINE APPLICATION PROCESS. IF ASSISTANCE IS NEEDED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE CALL THE PEOPLE FIRST SERVICE CENTER AT 1-877-562-7287. RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. ANSWERS TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
