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CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST IV - 71000602
Date: Mar 3, 2025
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Requisition No: 847974
Agency: Department of Law Enforcement
Working Title: CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST IV - 71000602
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 71000602
Salary: $56,650.00 - $65,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 03/07/2025
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CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST IV
BUSINESS SUPPORT PROGRAM
OFFICE OF GENERAL SERVICES
Open-Competitive Opportunity
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is in the Office of General Services, Facilities Maintenance Section. This is a full-time position that works closely with subject-matter experts to provide daily facilities and building management operations activities for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). This position requires the ability to work in a collaborative environment, perform research, collect data, and create building facility related documents for both internal and external customers. The position also requires excellent facilitation and customer service skills.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific duties include:
Representing and serving as the statewide liaison between FDLE and the Department of Management Services (DMS) regarding facility issues related to structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental deficiencies, etc;
Serving as the point of contact between FDLE division liaisons and DMS for all client agency agreements or design professionals in the preparation and development of the project program which serves as the descriptive documents that establishes the project scope. Participates as a member of the Selection Committee in the selection of qualified professional firms and individuals for planning and/or design of assigned projects;
Representing the department at project planning conferences to ensure the project is developed realistically under existing construction methods and budget limitations. Participates in and chairs meetings with architects/engineers and client agencies to ensure sound development of projects;
Acting as the project liaison for Tenant Improvement (TI) projects. This includes:
Initiating paperwork by obtaining quotes from vendor(s) to include a statement of work, before and after drawings;
Submitting Tenant Improvement Request forms to DMS for approval to commence work;
Following up with vendor(s) to ensure all applicable permits are obtained before project begins; and
Ensuring vendor(s) secure Fire Marshals approval (if applicable) before payment is tendered.
Ensuring routine inspections, preventive maintenance, testing and repair of two 600 KW diesel generators with associated fuel supply and fuel monitoring systems, and ensures a maintenance contract is in place with a qualified vendor. Timely responds and facilitates the necessary repair(s) in the event that either or both generators become compromised. Coordinates weekly scheduled tests of generators to ensure both are in good working condition, and maintains a log of all testing; and
Coordinating and preparing Legislative Budget Requests for new construction or facility improvements in conjunction with Business Support Program management. Represents the department throughout this process and keeps management informed on any issues that may arise.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of methods for research, data collection evaluation and analysis, computer systems concepts, and principles and practices of procurement under Chapter 255, Florida Statutes;
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, monitor and inspect building projects and construction program activities, and to communicate engineering information effectively;
Ability to research and interpret literature, rules, and pronouncements;
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to facilities management and procurement, and to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials;
Ability to utilize problem solving techniques, make decisions, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and maintain effective working relationships with others; and
Ability to work independently, and to determine work priorities and ensure completion of assignments.
Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.
BASE SALARY:
Minimum starting salary will be between $ 56,650.00 - $65,000. Salary will be commensurate with selected applicant’s work experience .
HOW YOU WILL GROW:
FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.
OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:
Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
$25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.
ABOUT OUR AGENCY:
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here (http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/) for additional information about FDLE.
HIRING PROCESS:
You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.
BACKGROUND:
FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant’s immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.
NOTES:
Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.
REMINDERS:
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov .
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
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