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Current job listings (updated 9/11/09)

Activity Project Manager (Working Title: Labor Relations Manager)
Corrections Officer Trainee
Corrections Officer
Deputy II/Reserve Deputy
Human Resources Manager (Working Title: Benefits Manager)
Maintenance/Trades/Equipment Operator Opportunities
Senior Lifeguard
Telecommunicator
Votran positions (apply only at Votran)

Activity Project Manager  (Working Title: Labor Relations Manager)
(1030B)
Pay Range: $52,711-$86,680/annually
Posted: 7/17/09
Closes: Subject to close without notice.
This position is located in the Personnel Division and will be responsible for coordinating and administering County Personnel Policies and Procedures, labor agreements and negotiating labor agreements. May oversee the day- to- day operations of the Personnel Division in the absence of the Director.
Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Science or related field, and five (5) years progressively responsible experience with negotiating and administering multiple labor agreements in the public sector, as well as, have a thorough knowledge and experience working with upper management on employment issues, such as employee grievances, employment law, FMLA and ADA matters. Must also have a thorough knowledge of Federal and State laws affecting public sector human resources administration and labor relations. A comparable amount of education, training or experience may be substituted for the job requirements. The preferred applicant will have experience administering and negotiating labor agreements in a Florida County and/or City. Previous experience administering Drug Free Work Programs a plus. Must be available for on call duty during emergency situations/activations.
Status: currently accepting applications

Human Resources Manager (Working Title: Benefits Manager)
Financial & Administrative Services/Personnel
(1502B)
Pay Range: $49,196-$80,823/annually
Posted: 7/6/09
Closes: Subject to close without notice.
This position is located in the Personnel Division and will supervise and manage the self-insured health plan, supervise payroll and the Florida State Retirement Plan.
Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Science or related field, and five (5) years progressively responsible experience in the management of agency/organization self-insured health plans, supervision of employees, as well as, have thorough knowledge and experience handling FMLA and ADA issues and requirements. A comparable amount of education, training or experience may be substituted for the job requirements. The preferred applicant will have experience with benefits to include; life insurance, disability (short and long term), and supplemental insurance policies. Previous experience working with a municipal government agency (county/city) and payroll experience a plus. Must be available for on call duty during emergency situations/activations.
Status: currently accepting applications

The following positions do not represent current job vacancies. However, vacancies are anticipated throughout the year and are filled by referring qualified applicants from a standing list of eligible.

Senior Lifeguard
Public Protection/Beach Safety
(3021D)
Pay Range: $15.95 - $24.92/hourly
Posted: 11/7/08
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or GED and certification as a Florida Law Enforcement Officer. Applicant must successfully complete the Ocean Rescue certification course. Must possess a valid Florida EMT certification. Must semi-annually meet the physical ability requirement of a 500-meter swim of a measured course within ten (10) minutes. Applicant may be hired as a trainee if they do not possess all three (3) certifications, but must possess at least one of them to be considered. The applicant must obtain the other certifications within 18 months of being appointed. Salary is 10% below minimum with one certification and 5% below with two certifications. Note: Successful completion of the CJ-BAT test is required.
NOTE: It is this organization’s policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies. Please click here to review the policy.

Deputy II Pay Range : $15.39 - $23.54/hourly
Reserve Deputy Pay Range:$11.91 - $18.73/hourly
Sheriff's Office
(3150D)
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications:  Graduation from high school or completion of the GED and completion of the Minimum Standards Course required by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission for police officers. Must meet the qualifications for employment set forth in section 943.13, Florida Statute which includes: At least nineteen (19) years of age; a citizen of the United States; a high school graduate or its equivalent; no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or a false statement; no dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States; fingerprints on file with the employing agency; passed a physical examination by a licensed physician based on specifications established by the commission; good moral character as determined by a background investigation under procedures established by the Commission. Must also possess a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment. Applicants will undergo a polygraph, psychological examination and background investigation. Must successfully complete the Volusia County Sheriff's Office Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP).
NOTE: It is this organization’s policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies. Please click here to view policy.
Status: Accepting applications

Corrections Officer Trainee
Public Protection/Corrections
(3411D)
Pay Range:   $13.12 - $20.40/hourly
Closes:  Open Continuously
Minimum qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.  Prior to hire:  Must be 19 years of age. Must have passed a 7-8 level-A TABE test with scores at or above the 10th grade in all areas tested.  Exceptions can be made for those applicants who can show they have completed college level courses equivalent to this testing level.   Applicants must have a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment. Corrections will fund initial training and provide salary to the Corrections Officer Trainee.
NOTE: The TABE and CJ-BAT tests must be taken and passed prior to hire. Individuals are responsible for the fees and for scheduling tests directly with Daytona Beach Community College (386-506-3067). Individuals should forward their test results to the County of Volusia, Personnel Division. (There is provision for waiver of the TABE requirement based upon completion of higher education credits; individuals seeking this exemption should consult with DBCC officials.) Individuals may request reimbursement for the pre-employment TABE and CJ-BAT test fees upon commencing employment with the Corrections Division.
NOTE: It is this organization’s policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies. Please click here to view policy.
Status: Accepting applications

Corrections Officer
Public Protection/Corrections
(3412D)
Pay Range: $14.51 - $22.25/hourly
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications:  Graduation from high school or GED. Must hold current Florida State Certification as a Correctional Officer. A copy of this certification must be submitted with the employment application. Applicants must have a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment.  Will perform responsible corrections officer duties involved in the custody, control, care, and general welfare of inmates detained in the County Correctional Facilities. Click here for more Information on the Corrections Division.
NOTE: It is this organization’s policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies. Please click here to view policy
Status: Accepting applications

Telecommunicator
Sheriff's Office
(3108F)
Pay Rate: $11.32/hourly
Closes: Open Continuous
This position is responsible for receiving and dispatching 911 emergency calls for the County’s Law Enforcement and Emergency Operations agencies. Qualifying applicants will be required to pass a computerized assessment test. Computer literacy preferred.
Minimum qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of GED and the ability to demonstrate typing skills. 12-Month probationary period, extensive background investigation, medical exam, drug screening and computerized voice stress analysis. Bilingual applicants with ability to translate/interpret English in another language and vice versa are encouraged to apply. Present working schedule: Twelve hour shifts, two on and two off, rotating shifts every 3 months. Hours are from 6:00 – 6:00.
Status: currently accepting applications
Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

Applicants MUST complete and send a Supplemental questionnaire. Supplemental questionnaire may be accessed here.

Status: Accepting applications

Maintenance Worker I-III
County Wide
Pay Range: $9.15 - $16.65/hourly
Closes: Open Continuously
Ability to lift heavy objects; to write and read English and to follow oral instructions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Level I: 8th grade education.   
Level II:  One year experience as Maintenance Worker I is required or equivalent. 
Level III: One year experience as Maintenance Worker II is required.
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or Florida driver license may be required, depending on location of position.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. 

Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

Equipment Operator I-III
County Wide
Pay Range: $10.08 - $20.27/hourly
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications:
Level I: Completion of the eighth (8th) grade, and at least one (1) year of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of moderately heavy trucks or similar equipment. Possession of a valid Florida CDL of a class determined by the division/service center of assignment within 6 months of appointment. 
Level II: Two (2) years related experience.
Level III: Three (3) years related experience.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

Trades Worker I-III
County Wide
Pay Range: $10.58 - $23.30/hourly
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications: 
Level I: 8th Grade plus one (1) year building maintenance and repair experience in any one trade.
Level II: Two (2) years of related experience.
Level III:  Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance and repair with ability to operate at the full journey-man level in any one trade.
 (Applicants applying for Trades Worker positions, please supply copies of certifications, licenses, and complete employment history.)

Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

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