GENERAL SERVICES SPECIALIST - 48007016 (BLIND SERVICES)

State of Florida•East Lake-Orient Park, FL

5d•$57,783 - $63,561•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs a wide range of assignments under the limited supervision of the direction of the Operations & Management Consultant Manager – SES, Business Enterprise Program (BEP), Division of Blind Services. This position serves as the primary point of contact for the licensed operators in the Business Enterprise Program (BEP). The position will be responsible for communicating, training, supporting, and initiating new site development as needed.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study reasonably related to, business administration, purchasing, procurement, supply inventory, property management, or food service operations; or
Four years of professional and relevant experience in a field of study reasonably related to business administration, purchasing, procurement, supply inventory, property management, or food service operations.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of purchasing and maintaining supply inventory, property management, food service and/or real property management.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to formulate policies and procedures.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to analyze and identify operational and/or management problems.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal.
Ability to work and perform under stressful conditions.
Ability to demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of others.
Ability to work independently and perform tasks and responsibilities with limited guidance and direction.
Ability to gather, analyze and organize information into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in business administration, purchasing, procurement, supply inventory, property management, or food service operations.
Candidates who hold a Safe Serve Certification.
Preference will be given to those with a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Advises and assists blind clients and consumers of the division in managing food service facilities with employer/employee relations, inventory control, sales strategies, and pricing structures.
Provides training, as needed on menu planning, food preparation, caring for equipment and business development.
Ensures that businesses are operated according to Licensed Operator Facility Agreements, and State and Federal Regulations.
Helps negotiate with building managers and cafeteria site owners.
Procures equipment, materials, and supplies.
Assists with installing, replacing, or repairing equipment and vending machines.
Provides coordination services for licensed operators.
Advises and assists blind managers with employer/employee relations, inventory control, sales strategies, and pricing structures.
Provides training in business development or other areas as deemed necessary.
Inspect business sites for compliance with sanitation and health codes.
Writes activity reports and documents on the client manager’s progress.
Advises licensed operators on inventory resale merchandise as needed.
Writes purchase and repair orders as needed. Recommends new opportunities for food service and/or vending routes throughout the State of Florida.
Participates in the activities of the committee of vendors as required.
Make surveys of buildings or properties to determine their suitability as locations for vending facilities to be operated by blind Business Enterprise Program (BEP) managers.
Assists with the completion of necessary contractual arrangements for the establishment and operation of vending facilities with appropriate property management companies.
Arranges for the design, installation of equipment, supply procurement, and initial stock needed for opening new or remodeled units.
Prepares reports as required on the status of various Business Enterprise Program (BEP) activities including reports related to the operation of facilities by licensed operator’s and unassigned facilities.
Ensures activity of in-service training opportunities for facility managers.
Documents contact and communication with BEP managers, public representatives and private vendors utilizing standardized reports.
Serves as the contract manager with respect to licensed operator agreements.
Participates in on-going staff development opportunities and maintains a current Safe Serve Certification.
Implements effective facility visitations to ensure optimal operation of each facility. At minimum, visits must include a review of financial, compliance, health, and safety and sanitation matters.
Keeps the supervisor informed on ongoing facility inspection issues and provides a plan of action to address any violations.
Responsible for providing a concise summary of all licensed food service facilities inspections semi-annually as assigned.
Performs other duties as requested.
Travel and driving are required for this position.

Benefits

State Group Insurance Coverage options+ (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options)
Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required).
Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities).
Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits.
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com).
Annual and Sick Leave Benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Ongoing comprehensive training provided.
Highly skilled, professional environment.