OPERATIONS & MGMT CONSULTANT II - SES - 64007428

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for planning and coordinating activities related to background checks as required by Florida Statutes. The role involves all supervisory duties including hiring and selection, developing performance plans, conducting performance appraisals, planning and directing work, approving leave, and taking disciplinary action. The supervisor will oversee staff responsible for conducting background checks by assigning work, reviewing progress, and assessing performance. They will also confer with personnel to ensure the successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures and ensure staff are trained and prepared to process background screening. Additionally, the position requires reviewing outgoing letters and monthly invoices for accuracy, grammar, and spelling, and ensuring proper legal review of additional information related to criminal history findings to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. The role also involves evaluating and analyzing problems and procedures, documenting findings, preparing recommendations, and assisting with the implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes. Interpretation of related laws, rules, policies, and/or regulations is also a key responsibility, along with other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of computer databases.
• Knowledge and use of the compliance management system and licensing system.
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, and government rules & regulations.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Communicating effectively with others in writing.
• Listening to others and asking questions.
• Investigating and researching information.
• Identifying essential information.
• Structuring or classifying information.
• Using logic and analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses of approaches.
• Organizational skills.
• Effective time management.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Ability to interpret, understand, and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to motivate, develop, and direct people.
• Ability to identify the best people for the job.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year leadership experience.
• Two years professional experience in reviewing and auditing documents for specific criteria.
• Two years professional experience in applying state and federal statutes, rules, or policies and procedures related to background screening regulations.
• A valid Driver's License.
• Participation in direct deposit.
• Satisfactorily complete a background investigation.
• Fingerprinting.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Nice To Haves

• Preference given to experience with documents related to background screening.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating activities related to background checks.
• Performing all supervisory duties including hiring, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• Supervising staff responsible for conducting background checks, assigning work, and assessing performance.
• Ensuring staff are trained and prepared to process background screening.
• Reviewing outgoing letters and monthly invoices for accuracy, grammar, and spelling.
• Ensuring proper legal review of criminal history findings for compliance with regulations.
• Evaluating and analyzing problems and procedures, documenting findings, and recommending changes.
• Assisting with the implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes.
• Interpreting related laws, rules, policies, and/or regulations.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options)
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED