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    Child Care Licensing Specialist - Plantation, United States - Broward County (FL)

    Broward County (FL)
    Broward County (FL) Plantation, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered.


    The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Child Care Licensing Specialist to support the Consumer Protection Division.

    Benefits of Broward County Employment

    High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:

    Single $10.39 / Family $76.94

    Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually

    Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
    Single $78.64 / Family $273.13

    Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan

    457 Deferred Compensation employee match

    Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

    Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year

    Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

    Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

    Paid Parental Leave


    The Consumer Protection Division seeks a knowledgeable professional to serve as Child Care Licensing Specialist within the Child Care Licensing and Enforcement Section.

    This position requires knowledge and experience in the field of early childhood education and regulation, performing various duties such as:


    • Conducting routine, renewal and re-visit inspections to child care arrangements to monitor for compliance with regulatory requirements.
    • Conducting enforcement activities, to include but not limited to investigating complaints, issuing Notices of Violation, and testifying in administrative hearings.
    • Participating in the development of and conducting trainings, consultations, speaking engagements and other special events or projects.
    General Description


    Performs site visits to child care facilities and family child care homes to monitor for compliance with the State Statutes and the County Child Care Facility and Family Child Care Ordinances.

    Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

    Minimum Education and Experience Requirements


    Requires a Bachelor's degree with major coursework in early childhood development, child psychology, sociology/social work, elementary education, pediatric nursing or closely related field.

    (One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)


    Requires one (1) year working with young children in a preschool or child care setting or investigating complaints and providing licensing visits to child care facilities or closely related experience.

    Certifications and Licenses


    Must possess a valid Florida driver's license at time of appointment and have a vehicle or access to a vehicle.

    Must be able to drive and to obtain and maintain authority to drive on County business.

    Requires:
    Passing and maintaining a Level 2 Background Screening.

    Preferences


    • Master's degree in related field
    • Basic and/or Specialized National Certified Investigator & Inspector (NCIT) - CLEAR Credential at time of hire
    • National Regulatory Professional Credential - NARA Certification at time of hire
    • Bi-Lingual in English/Spanish, English/Creole, English/French, English/Russian, English/Portuguese
    • Active Playground Safety Certification

    International Degree Evaluation Language:

    For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE).

    All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate.

    To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https:
    //aice- Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.

    The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.


    Conducts routine, renewal and re-visit inspections to child care arrangements licensed or registered by the County to monitor for compliance with regulatory requirements related to child care standards of education and training, health, safety, sanitation, and nutritional requirements.

    Prepares inspection reports using web-based inspection software.

    Prepares Notices of Violations following standard operating procedures.

    Prepares Administrative Staffings for child care arrangements who demonstrate patterns of non-compliance.


    Investigates and reports the findings of complaints regarding licensed, registered, and unlicensed child care arrangements through field visits within 48 hours of receipt of complaint.

    Participates in enforcement activities.

    Confers with child care facility owners, directors, and/or staff to make compliance recommendations for quality improvements.

    Coordinates with allied resource agencies with regard to related services.

    Reviews and processes re-licensing applications in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.

    Provides technical assistance to child care providers regarding program improvements.


    Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in related areas by attending workshops and seminars on early childhood development, education and regulatory processes.

    Participates in the development of and conducts trainings, consultations, speaking engagements and other special events or projects.


    Participates in the preparation of and testifies in hearings involving child care arrangements in violation of the State Statutes or County Ordinances and consults with Assistant County Attorney when necessary.

    requested by providers to contest licensing actions related to Notices of Violations and Administrative Fines.

    Responds as assigned to additional duties and responsibilities before, during and after County designated emergency events.

    Prepares monthly Outlook calendars, monthly Performance Measure reports and other reports as requested.

    Performs other job related duties as assigned.

    Physical Demands

    Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.


    Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation electronic office equipment such as computers and laptops within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

    Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)


    Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

    Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery and potential exposure to pathogens.

    Competencies


    • Decision Quality
    Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.


    • Optimizes Work Processes
    Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pursues, explores, and develops ways to ensure own work is as effective as possible within all relevant processes. Shares an analysis of process problems with stakeholders; discusses how to resolve the issue.


    • Ensures Accountability
    Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.


    • Manages Conflict
    Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.

    Takes a positive approach to conflicts; helps dispel tension; seeks guidance and feedback on managing conflict; delivers controversial viewpoints candidly and sensitively; does not take arguments personally.


    • Communicates Effectively
    Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.


    • Courage
    Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. Is known for expressing views directly and respectfully; communicates what needs to be said. Assumes personal ownership and responsibility when confronted or challenged; shows readiness to learn and to resolve issues.


    • Situational Adaptability
    Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

    Finds out which situations call for flexibility and responds accordingly; seeks and listens to others' input and feedback on how to adapt approach to changing situations.

    County Core Values

    All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.


    • Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
    • Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
    • Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
    • Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
    Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

    Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

    We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at or email to make an accommodation request.

    Emergency Management Responsibilities

    Note:
    During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers.

    County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

    County-wide Employee Responsibilities


    All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.


    All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

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