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** APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED **

TITLE:                    Career Development Specialist – Region 2

POSITION NO:       Varies

SECTION:               Department of Corrections/Facility/Administrative Services

HIRING SALARY:   $31,824.00

HOURS:                  40 hours per week

CONTACT:              Human Resources at (850) 201-8510 or via email at hr@tcc.fl.edu

LOCATIONS:          The link to the Department of Corrections Region 2 map is included to assist you in identifying the location of each facility.  PLEASE ENSURE THAT THE LOCATION YOU SELECT IS WITHIN THE VICINITY OR LOCATION YOU DESIRE. 

• Mayo Correctional Institution  (Mayo, FL)

MAJOR FUNCTION: The Career Development Specialist is a grant funded position housed within Department of Corrections.  The Career Development Specialist is primarily responsible for the facilitation of employability and life skills, administration and interpretation of assessments, and training to include the Compass 100 hybrid curriculum and Thinking for a Change.  Specifically, the position will provide services related to Compass 100 Hybrid and supplemental in-cell assignments through cell-front instruction for eligible participants who are in restrictive housing as directed by the Lead Educator; services related to Compass 100 Hybrid and Thinking for a Change through a small group setting to eligible participants who are not in restrictive housing as directed by the Lead Educator and reports of monthly attendance, program enrollments and completions on the Department of Corrections approved format. 

MINIMUM TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:  An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university or a high school diploma and two (2) years of professional experience in the social services or corrections field.  Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry. Preference given to candidates with an Associate’s Degree and one year of experience in the social services or corrections field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of administrative principles and practices; knowledge of office procedures and practices; knowledge of methods of data collection; knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication; proficient computer skills in Excel and Microsoft Word software; proficient in specking effectively to small groups; ability to work independently with limited supervision; ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to utilize problem-solving techniques; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and complete work assignments with accuracy; ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with others; ability to work in a secured prison setting; ability to work with inmates; ability work within the vicinity of officials that carry guns; and ability to work with users of varying technical expertise. 

PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO VETERANS AND SPOUSES WHO ARE ELIGIBLE UNDER THE VETERANS' PREFERENCE LAW. AT TIME OF APPLICATION, SUBMITTAL OF FORM DD214 IS THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENT FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE CLAIM.  NOTE:  PLEASE UPLOAD YOUR DD214 AS AN ATTACHMENT AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION. 

***TCC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/E-VERIFY EMPLOYER *** 

The selected candidate identified for this position will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, which may include fingerprinting.  

The College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires.  Tallahassee Community College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its programs and activities.  Inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies may be directed to: Renae Tolson, Equity Officer, Room 239 Administration Building, 444 Appleyard Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32304, (850) 201-6074, tolsonr@tcc.fl.edu. 

ALL PERSONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources at (850) 201-8510.

Required Skills Required Experience

• USES EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS - Candid, clear and concise in communication. Effectively matches style, tone and method to audience.  Connects with intended audience.  Manages communication and feedback within the organization.
• DISPLAYS LEADERSHIP/TEAM ORIENTATION - Works collaboratively to achieve organization’s success. Effectively uses position and interpersonal skills. Mobilizes and inspires others to take action (situational leadership).  Willing and able to lead beyond area of expertise.
• TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL SKILLS - Hold self and others to high standards. Strives to stay ahead of technical/professional expertise. Is proactive and inspires others to stay current in areas of technical expertise.
• ACHIEVES RESULTS/HAS BIAS FOR ACTION - Achieves stretch results. Strong bias for action with sense of urgency and high energy.  Practices collaborative working environment to achieve more.
• TALENT MANAGEMENT - Provides positive coaching. Actively engages staff in challenging assignments.  Holds self and others to high standards.  Identifies and hires high potential.  Takes action on non-performers.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Has ability to look from customer’s view. Viewed as business partner by external and internal customers.  Anticipates customer needs to ensure no barriers to doing business.
• STRATEGIC EFFECTIVENESS – Demonstrates an organization-wide perspective and creates a shared vision and purpose.
• BUSINESS MANAGEMENT – Demonstrates sound business principles and planning processes and defines and measures results.