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Summary:
Assumes primary responsibility and 24/7 accountability for effective implementation of nursing practice and operations for assigned areas; at CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital. The nurse manager affects departmental outcomes through interpretation, implementation, and evaluation of hospital and departmental philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures. Facilitates intra and interdepartmental communication and collaboration to promote excellence in patient care, patient experience and patient outcomes. Effectively manages utilization of staff and material resources so that the most therapeutically effective patient care is provided in a safe and cost effective manner. Promotes the professional development of patient care and administrative support staff assigned for areas.
Responsibilities:
- Participates in the establishment and implementation of yearly goals for the units.
- Monitors operations of the unit. Measures progress towards goals, identifying problems and taking corrective actions.
- Serves as an advocate for patients/families, assuring that patient/family rights are respected, patient satisfaction issues are addressed, and associates adhere to the core values of the corporation.
- Directs patient care in compliance with regulatory standards such as Joint Commission and state licensure requirements.
- Participates in the development, communication, and implementation of nursing and organizational policy and procedure.
- Participates on intra and interdepartmental committees and task forces which are focused on improving patient care.
- Collaborates with other Department Managers and Hospital Leadership to resolve unit/staff issues.
- Participates and directs staff in hospital plans for emergency and disasters.
- Develops, communicates and updates unit(s), standards, protocols, policies and procedures to meet trends in nursing practice and patient services.
- Collaborates with Human Resources to recruit and hire qualified associates.
- Counsels, guides, and disciplines associates to enhance patient care through compliance with established hospital policies and procedures.
- Evaluates staff job performance on a timely basis and in a manner that recognizes associate's accomplishments, enhances performance and facilitates professional development.
- Provides HR with information to maintain associate files with current licensure, credentialing records, certifications, orientation documentation, skills checklists, and continuing education requirements.
- Facilitates and encourages staff participation in the professional practice model.
- Confronts and resolves conflicts involving staff, physicians, patients/families, interdepartmental and intra departmental issues.
- Empowers associates through effective delegation, maintaining accountability.
- Directs and ensures staff participation in process improvement activities for the unit/hospital.
- Conducts regularly scheduled staff meetings which address unit issues, process improvement, and safety; Ensures staff meeting minutes are available on a timely basis.
- Establishes and enforces with staff a method for ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the unit supplies and equipment.
- Maintains and ensures documentation of quality control aspects of the clinic(s) (e.g. POCT logs, refrigerator temps, etc which are required by Joint Commission)
- Collaborates effectively with physicians, administrators, patients, families, other departments, and the community to provide quality patient care and enhance patient outcomes.
- Maintains core staffing within established guidelines that assure patient safety and considers skill mix and experience of staff.
- Oversees daily staffing of the unit and collaborates with Lead Associates on the development and revision of the staffing schedule.
- Ensures assessment of competency of all associates as a part of the orientation program and on an ongoing basis.
- Identifies, plans, develops and/or arranges for programs to meet the educational/skills needs of the associates upon hiring and on an ongoing basis.
- Identifies, plans, develops methods to meet the educational needs of the patient population.
- On an annual basis, contributes to the development of operating and capital budgets to meet the needs of the unit.
- Assures effective and appropriate utilization of material and human resources,
- Reviews financial and productivity management reports and takes appropriate actions.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately reviews patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods performed by nursing to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Mission and CORE values of CHRISTUS Health System. GG. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree
- RN License in state of employment or compact
- BLS
Work Type:
Full Time
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Purpose:
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is internationally recognized for its leadership in the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer and is the region's only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute. As the preeminent institution in western Pennsylvania for the delivery of cancer care, the performance of basic, translational, and clinical research, and the education of the next generation of cancer researchers and physicians, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exceptionally well-positioned to contribute to the global effort to reduce the burden of cancer.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center's Department of Radiation Oncology provides comprehensive, individualized care to patients with all types of cancer using state-of-the-art imaging technology and radiation delivery systems. Our board-certified radiation oncologists and medical physicists work in collaboration with referring physicians and multidisciplinary specialists across the entire spectrum of health care to provide safe, effective radiation therapies based on the latest medical evidence. The American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO) accredits our radiation oncology program, recognizing our compliance with strict, national standards for cancer patient safety and radiation oncology practices. Hillman is the largest ACRO-accredited system in the nation.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is currently hiring for a Regular Full Time Radiation Therapist to support the Palmer Radiation Oncology Network office located in Greensburg, PA . This position offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus and will work a Regular Full Time daylight schedule Monday through Friday.
Under the direction of a radiation oncologist, delivers radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist and obtains localization images according to planned treatment delivery. Assists physician or nurse in the administration of contrast agents used during treatment localization. Performs measurements for use during treatment calculation. Collects and documents data acquired during the simulation procedure. Accurately inputs treatment-related data into the verify-and-record system.
We offer a Radiation Therapy career ladder which allows our staff to grow within the field at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. The incumbent will be placed into the appropriate level of our Radiation Therapist career ladder based on education and experience.
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Responsibilities:
* Clinical Operations: Assists in the orientation and supervision of students during clinical rotations. Assists the Chief Therapist in evaluation of student performance. Uses effective communication techniques and interpersonal skills to provide explanations for treatment-related procedures. Observes patients for expected and unexpected reactions to treatments and communicates this to appropriate staff members. Reinforces patient education/side effect management information and indicates non-compliance to medical/nursing staff. Maintains a safe, orderly treatment room. Under the direction of the Radiation Oncology Manager provides On Call coverage as needed. Has a good understanding of information systems and is fluent in all computer applications necessary to perform their job. Assists at other UPMC Radiation Oncology locations if the need arises.
* Regulatory Affairs Management: Participates in regulatory compliance activities and maintains continuous departmental readiness for inspections and surveys. Follows all radiation safety standards. Wears radiation monitoring badge and I.D. badge always. Remains HIPAA compliant always. Completes clinical competencies annually as required. Communicates any equipment issues to the appropriate site leadership.
* Clinical Operations: Performs treatment, simulation, fabrication of immobilization devices and shielding, radiosurgery, and brachytherapy procedures when applicable, according to written prescription and treatment plan. Performs measurements for use during treatment calculation. Collects and documents data acquired during the simulation procedure and accurately inputs treatment-related data. Provides safety in patient care through the consistent practice of departmental procedures for treatment administration. Recognizes deviation from prescribed treatment delivery and reports all deviations to the Chief Therapist / Physicist. Assures the quality of treatment delivery through the complete and accurate documentation of treatment records. Assures the quality and consistency of treatment portal placement by taking portal images according to departmental procedures. Explains treatment procedures to patient and/or family. Responds effectively to patient concerns and refers medical questions to appropriate personnel. Under the direction of a radiation oncologist, takes localization images according to planned treatment delivery. Assists physician or nurse in the administration of contrast agents used during treatment localization.
* Continuing Education Program Management: Participates in training programs required to maintain ARRT Certification. Performs in accordance with system wide competencies / behaviors.
* Fiscal Responsibilities: Participates in accurate and complete charge capture activities. Notifies appropriate site leadership of supply needs. Maintains travel expenses according to policy. Uses all UPMC Cancer Centers resources effectively.
* Quality Assurance / CQI Program Management: Prioritizes patient safety. Performs and documents daily and weekly QA activity for assigned equipment. Documents findings outside the range established by Physics. Notifies the Chief Therapist immediately of findings outside the normal range of operations. Participates in programs to measure and improve the quality of care within the Department, such as Press Ganey, Quality Improvement Measures, Chart Rounding, and Department Meetings. Works collaboratively with the Radiation Oncologist, Manager, and all team members to maintain high standards for quality service.
* Completion of a formal radiation therapy technology program in a JRCERT-accredited institution.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
ARRT Registration in good standing or Board Eligibility within six months of hire. Must maintain 24 CEU's per Biennium as required for ARRT Certification and Licensure. CPR certification required within 30 days of beginning employment.CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
* ARRT Certificate
* Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
* Act 34
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RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking
- Ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes
- Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
- Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care
- Practices using current clinical practice standards
Teamwork and Collaboration
- Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model.
- This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment
- Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members
- Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system
Professional Development and Initiative
- Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education
- Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforc modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment
Evidence Based Practice and Research
- Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing
- Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products
- Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes
- Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice
- Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions
Resources and Support
- Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care
- Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc)
- Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Minimum Education
- Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing
- Bachelor's Degree Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
- Reg Nurse (Single State)
- RN - Multi-state Compact
- Basic Life Support
- BLS - Instructor
- BLS - Provisional
Required Skills
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations and practices to give and evaluate patient care
- Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures
- Skill in appropriate assessment, examination, treatment techniques
- Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions
- Skill in maintaining records regarding medication or treatment
- Ability to perform department duties in a timely and efficient manner
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
- Ability to react calmly and competently in emergency situations
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, in writing, or by phone
- Outstanding written and oral communication
- Exercises good judgment in dealing with patients and staff
- Effective communication and teaching skills on all patient levels
- Able to process large volume of patient information in an accurate and timely fashion
- Basic understanding of cardiac anatomy, conditions, and treatment modalities
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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Risk Manager in the Aviation Administration - Risk Management section.
2026 Benefits of Broward County Employment
Eleven (11) paid holidays each year
Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year
Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)
Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions
Paid Parental Leave
Health Benefits
High-Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $10.90 / Family $80.79
Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually
Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $82.58 / Family $286.79
Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan
457 Deferred Compensation County matches up to $2,000 a year
General Description
The Aviation Department which operates the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the North Perry Airport is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Risk Manager for the Risk Management section within the Administration Division. The Risk Manager will serve as the cornerstone of BCAD's risk management program, ensuring the airport is protected from liability by evaluating risk exposures, reviewing and negotiating complex contracts, and establishing and enforcing insurance requirements and renewals for all vendors and third parties. It provides critical oversight of procurement activities, analyzes bid documents, and safeguards compliance through the monitoring of Certificates of Insurance. The role also represents the airport's risk management interests in high-stakes meetings with airlines and key vendors, supports County departments with insurance guidance and trains staff across multiple divisions. With its blend of technical insurance expertise, legal interpretation, contact analysis, and staff leadership, this position is integral to minimizing financial exposure and maintaining continuity in BCAD operations. The employee will function as the Safety Management System Coordinator for Landside Operations in conjunction with the Operations Division. This position will supervise a loss and safety team on our construction sites and will ensure Occupational safety and health training and education program tracking.
Plans, develops, implements and maintenance of an airport Safety Management System (SMS), which includes - SMS anonymous reporting, tracking, investigation, and audits; facilitation of the safety risk management (SRM) process; conducting safety assurance meetings and inspections; and providing safety promotion initiatives and incentives; as well as Gap Analysis, Data Collection Review and Synthesis, Updates, Committee Meetings, Safety Assurance Evaluations, and SMS manual and related policies and procedures updates.
This position will work closely with the Operations Division and Maintenance Division regarding employee safety issues and the general risk and safety conditions of the airport. Walk job sites, review reports, and meet with contractors and PMs to resolve safety hazards and OSHA non-compliance. Another important function is to establish and maintain relationships across lines of business as well as with BCAD's partners, including but not limited to BSO, Concessions, Airlines, Ground Handlers, Fuel Farm, Fire and Rescue.
Manages insurance renewals for BCAD and vendor insurance review; mediate claims between attorneys, claimants, and insurance companies; investigate backup for claims and secure additional documentation as needed; liability and subrogation claims. public records request process and review of video requests.
Reviews Loss Control and collaborates with all BCAD divisions and various partners to ensure risk is reduced.
Training and educating expanding community (700+) BCAD employees on compliance and safety standards.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, risk management, construction project management, occupational safety, or closely related field
One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires three (3) years of experience in an administrative capacity reviewing and evaluating safety programs, conducting worksite safety evaluations for loss prevention, performing risk management analysis and claims oversight and review.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with authority to drive a county vehicle for the duration of appointment.
2-20 Property and Casualty License
Certified Safety Management Practitioner (CSMP)
Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST)
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM)
Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
PreferencesDoctorate Degree in Law, Safety, Business, Insurance
Master's degree in risk management, Safety, Construction, Business or Public Administration
Associate in Risk Management - Public (ARM-P)
Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)
Underwriter experience or insurance agent or insurance broker license
Certified Risk Management (CRM)
Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP)
Minimum one (1) year of prior experience with Wrap Up (OCIP) insurance programs
Minimum one (1) year of prior experience analyzing contracts to determine insurance requirements
**All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment and to support the completion of work and tasks internally and externally in an efficient and effective manner.
SCOPE OF WORK
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.
Oversee the safety program's continued growth implementation review. To be the liaison with all departments for safety. Will also be responsible for reviewing and categorizing incoming issues through maximo (NON 139 SMS items).Implements and maintains automated Certificate of Insurance (COI) tracking system. Trains other Departments on utilization of the COI tracking system. Performs audits on certificates of insurance to determine compliance with insurance requirements.
Coordinates with Emergency Services and Communications, local, state and federal officials regarding FEMA guidelines and regulations.
Maintain information on BCAD's insurance policy and support the renewal process yearly. Utilize information and safety data collected to identify safety issues and help to mitigate claims, focus in on reoccurring issues and potential necessary projects training or other avenue to support the removal, mitigation or support for the identified safety risks.
Oversee the implementation of the new software (CTrax), when up and running, which is meant to track certificates of insurance and contractors.
Coordination with Director on regular basis to create strategies to support the forward movement in the areas of safety and insurance.
Exposure to Safety Management System (SMS) concepts or a readiness to learn and apply SMS practices in an airport environment.
Handle liability and subrogation claims; respond to public records requests and save and view video requests; training and educating expanding community (650+) BCAD employees on compliance and safety standards.
Plans, develops, authorizes, implements, supervises and evaluates programs/projects, activities and services on a large scale with County-wide impact; facilitates inclusion, prepares reports, and analyzes and interprets data.
Coordinates and manages all aspects of a program or project which has operational responsibility of a major scope, a large-sized budget and provides a critical County service.
Assists Director and Agency Leadership by researching issues, creating memorandums, policies, procedures, reports, etc. and monitors/advises on staff compliance with policy and procedures.
Conducts special research in conjunction with a project/program, analyzes data, and makes recommendations based upon research.
Identifies and understands agency/business needs, contractual business requirements, and regulations governing local, state and other requirements, confidentiality obligations, warranties, liabilities, indemnification, termination clauses, breach, and remedies.
Communicates business risks to project manager, senior/executive management, and approving authority for assessment and approval, while focusing on comprehending client-agencies' needs and business processes.
Coordinates with state and local agency partners on projects and programs, community outreach, media relations and regional and various services; may assist with press releases and responses to media.
Advises and assists the Department and Division Directors on all operational and technical matters related to the section(s) or function(s) assigned.
Reviews property claims and submits to insurance broker, communicates with attorneys as required.Participate in meetings involving contract negotiations, insurance requirements, sunshine meetings, risk assessment, claim reviews, and Risk Management Division meetings.
Monitor legislative decisions concerning property, casualty and liability issues, and rules and regulations potentially impacting the County.
Supervises, trains, develops, and motivates staff. Meets regularly with staff, to maintain open communications, ensure adequate workload, and update standard procedures.
Advises and educates other agencies on the risk management process and the importance of Enterprise Risk Management (ERP) to the County. Supports the Risk Management Information System (RMIS) by maintaining the Property Schedule and insurance policies.
Defines agency goals and objectives, develops and recommends policies and operating procedures.
Administers internal/external communications and public outreach activities for Division; manages and coordinates outreach efforts with other County divisions as well as other local and state governments and partnering agencies.
Prepares Commission agendas, including editing, posting and planning.
Provides assistance and training of agency staff and contracted services providers. May oversee the Agency's training program; schedules and/or delivers training and outreach opportunities for employees and the vendor community respectively.
Plans, organizes and implements a compliance and monitoring program, conducts contract central audits, field documentation reviews, investigations or management studies.
Oversees claim activity to ensure proper adjudication of claims in compliance with State regulations. Ongoing coordination of claims coverage to ensure proper investigation, treatment, and loss prevention actions are taken.Attends meetings which include contract negotiations, sunshine meetings, risk assessment, claim reviews, department meetings, both downtown risk and facility; participates in the negotiations and purchase of insurance coverage applicable to the facility or project.
Oversees/handles data collection from other agencies, inputting into system, refinement of procedures for handling, advising/educating other agencies on the process and what's important and how it affects them.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
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.
None.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Competencies
- Business Insight
- Financial Acumen
- Manages Complexity
- Cultivates Innovation
- Optimizes Work Processes
- Ensures Accountability
- Builds Networks
- Builds Effective Teams
- Communicates Effectively
- Situational Adaptability
County Core ValuesAll 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) ComplianceBroward 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 ResponsibilitiesNote: 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 ResponsibilitiesAll 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.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Engineering Unit Supervisor (Highway Construction and Engineering Division).
THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
This position supports professionals responsible for managing capital and mobility advancement projects for Broward County's Highway Construction and Engineering Division. The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating with multiple entities, including municipalities, state agencies, and local authorities. Work involves the review, planning, and coordination of the design and construction of County capital and mobility advancement projects, including schedules, budgets, and staff assignments.
General Description
Performs advanced professional and supervisory engineering work in the design and review of a wide variety of engineering and environmental projects.
Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering.
Requires six (6) years progressively responsible experience in professional engineering work related to roadway design and construction or closely related field, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Special Certifications and LicensesPossess and maintain Professional Engineer License in State of Florida for duration of assignment.
Preferences* Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration or closely related field* Certified in the use of one (1) or more of the following engineering programs (i.e. ICPR, ASAD, HY-8, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Synchro, HCS, IMSA), or similar
* Construction Training Qualification Program (CTQP) Certifications (Asphalt, Concrete, Earthwork, QC Manager, etc.)
* Professional Traffic Operations Engineer, Professional Surveyor & Mapper, General Contractor License, or similar
* Project Management Professional and/or Certified Public Manager
* Advanced Work Zone Traffic Control Training Certification
* At least ten (10) years of experience in design and construction of roadway/traffic projects
* At least five (5) years of experience in one (1) of the following specialized fields of engineering: Traffic Operations, Structures, Drainage, Geotechnical, Construction Management
* At least three (3) years of experience with MicroStation OpenRoads Designer (ORD)
* At least two (2) years of experience in governmental contract and procurement
* At least two (2) years of experience in the preparation of agenda items and/or resolutions
SCOPE OF WORK
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.
Schedules, assigns, and supervises engineering design projects; directs and coordinates field surveys, plan design, preparation and review, cost estimate development, and specifications preparation; participates in the development and design and review of major and complex projects.
Supervises and participates in the analysis and review of engineering studies and designs prepared by professional consultants; prepares recommendations for the consideration of professional and administrative superiors and committees.
Supervises the preparation of right-of-way and construction plans for major thoroughfares; conducts studies and prepares reports on proposed locations for future major thoroughfares; maintains liaison with appropriate outside agencies concerning projects under consideration for construction.
Supervises and participates in the activities of construction engineers, inspectors, and materials technicians in the investigation and construction of water and sewer mains, roadways, structures, and related public work projects; prepares general and special specifications for contract construction; supervises the maintenance and analysis of payment estimates and records.
Oversees and performs the technical review of remedial action plans; oversees and administers environmental licensing programs.
Conducts special engineering studies and projects relating to technical and administrative aspects of the public works function; coordinates the utilization of computer technology as related to the engineering function.
Conducts long-range studies involving other departments, agencies, and organizations; prepares reports and recommendations; seals and signs engineering plans, drawings, and documents.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
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.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Competencies
- Manages Complexity
- Decision Quality
- Balances Stakeholders
- Directs Work
- Plans and Aligns
- Optimizes Work Processes
- Ensures Accountability
- Builds Effective Teams
- Communicates Effectively
- Situational Adaptability
County Core ValuesAll 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) ComplianceBroward 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 ResponsibilitiesNote: 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 ResponsibilitiesAll 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.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of Commissioners Risk Management Division are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Claims Adjuster to manage Liability claims for [Broward County]. This role involves investigating, analyzing, and resolving claims while ensuring compliance with state regulations and organizational policies. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, analytical ability, and experience handling complex claims.
Benefits of Broward County Employment
High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $10.90 / Family $80.79
Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually
Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $82.58 / Family $286.79
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)
General Description
Performs advanced specialized technical work in the investigation and adjustment of public liability and/or Workers' Compensation claims.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Key Responsibilities- Review and analyze accident reports, property damage, and bodily injury claims to determine liability.
- Investigate Workers' Compensation and Liability claims, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing police reports and medical records.
- Negotiate claim settlements with internal leadership, legal teams, and claimants.
- Attend mediations and provide support to the County Attorney's office during the claims process.
- Authorize and coordinate medical treatment, property restoration, and other claim-related actions.
- Calculate and process indemnity and medical benefits, impairment ratings, and ensure timely payments to avoid penalties.
- Monitor work status, medical treatment, and discharge papers for accurate claim closure.
- Identify potential fraud, subrogation opportunities, and underwriting/safety risks.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with state-mandated reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with medical professionals, internal divisions, and legal counsel on complex cases.
Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires two (2) years equivalent of higher-level education from an accredited college or university with major coursework in insurance, risk management, or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires four (4) years in adjusting workers' compensation and/or bodily injury/property damage liability claims or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and LicensesPossession/retention of a Florida All-Lines Adjusters License (Type 6-20 or 7-20) from the State of Florida Division of Insurance Agent and Agency Services.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment.
Preference-Associate in Risk Management - (ARM)-Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC)
-Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)
-Accredited Claims Adjuster (ACA).
-Associates in Claims (AIC) Certificate.
-Claims handling in Clearsight Enterprise claims software
-2+ years of experience handling subrogation claims
-Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant field
SCOPE OF WORK
Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Reviews and analyzes reports of accidents including property damage and bodily injury to determine liability; reviews and analyzes Liability and/or Workers' Compensation claims and recommends appropriate action.
Consults on injury cases with various medical personnel in order to ascertain the extent and cost of treatment, loss of earning capacity and prognosis; confers with County physician on employment limitations.
Performs the calculation and payment of benefits whether indemnity and/or medical benefits, including entering all payments for benefits.
Coordinates the gathering of formal evidence by taking photographs, preparing diagrams and making measurements at accident scene; arranges for witnesses to appear at legal proceedings; and prepares accident reports.
For Workers Compensation claims the adjuster will contact the injured employee, employer, and medical provider to document the claim. For Liability claims the adjuster will contact the claimant, the division and any witnesses.
Contacts injured employee, employer, and medical provider to document claim. Conducts field investigations, face-to-face statements with employees, employer representatives and witnesses to understand the nature of the claim and gain an understanding of what occurred prior to the claim.
Negotiate claim settlements with the Director of Risk Management, the County Administrator, the County Attorney, claimants and/or their legal teams. Attend mediations with the County Attorneys office to support the claims process.
Provide advice regarding potential fraud, subrogation, and underwriting/safety risk, and communication with counsel.
Authorizes/coordinates medical treatment with walk-in facilities and specialists to update claim.
Analyze complex information from different sources, such as police reports, videos from surveillance cameras or audio, and other information to further understand the incident.
Make decisions for approvals of medical treatments and property restoration. Make determinations on liability or compensability for Workers Compensation claims. Apportion percentage of liability and negotiate settlement with claimant or claimant's attorney or Liability Claims.
Review police reports, medical treatment records, medical bills, or physical property damage to determine the extent of liability.
Investigates liability claims; inputs data into the system association with findings.
Calculates/processes timely disability benefits and impairment ratings of 1% or more when given to issue benefits to avoid penalties.
Processes outgoing letters to injured employees and medical providers and places them on notice of action taking place.
Sets up medical only claims to document/update current work status and treatment.
Monitors/obtains discharge papers for impairment ratings and issues benefits when owed and paid within mandated timeframe to avoid penalties.
Monitors work status for a disability of 7 days or less through discharge for closing a claim.
Processes employee-received notices of outstanding medical bills to resolve non-payment issues.
Reviews/corrects reporting by Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) for accuracy.
Denies/processes claims for non-work related injuries with timely electronic filing to avoid penalties.
The Workers Compensation Adjuster calculates/processes disability benefits for impairment ratings of 1% or more when issuing benefits to avoid penalties. Sets up medical claims to document/update current work status and treatment. Monitors/obtains medical records and work status to ensure timely calculation and payment of indemnity and impairment ratings, complete State EDI mandated reporting within regulated time frames to avoid penalties. Processes employee-received notices of outstanding medical bills to resolve non-payment issues. Reviews/corrects reporting by Center of Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) for accuracy.
For disability more than 8 days, initiates timely electronic filings to Division of Workers' Compensation.
Conducts recorded interviews with employees and witnesses.
Attends meetings with other Divisions, Professional Standards/Human Rights Section (PS/HRS), and Human Resources to discuss complex claims.
Performs related work as assigned.
Competencies- Financial Acumen: Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Determines and estimates the main direct and indirect costs; makes generally appropriate decisions regarding expenditures. Studies financial and quantitative information; uses data to improve performance.
- 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. Uses metrics and benchmarks to monitor accuracy and quality. Takes steps to make methods productive and efficient. Promptly and effectively addresses process breakdowns.
- 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.
- Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles.
- Manages Conflict: Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Seeks out a variety of opinions and options; maintains an open mind; takes steps to ensure conflict remains constructive; avoids polarized or unilateral decisions; seeks agreement on critical issues.
- Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.
- Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Takes steps to adapt to changing needs, conditions, priorities, or opportunities. Understands the cues that suggest a change in approach is needed; adopts new behaviors accordingly.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
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.
None.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
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.
Copyright 2025 Korn Ferry. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward 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.
County-wide Emergency ResponsibilitiesNote: 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 ResponsibilitiesAll 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.
Employer
City of Kirkland
Salary
$105,122.98 - $122,830.27 Annually
Location
Kirkland, WA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202100752
Location
Fire - Mobile Integrated Health Program
Opening Date
03/04/2026
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME
Job Summary
The City of Kirkland's Fire Department is seeking to hire a Case Worker I for the Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) division!
Why Kirkland?
Ranked as one of the most livable cities in America, Kirkland is an attractive and inviting place to live, work, and visit. We have big city vision while maintaining a small-town, community feel. If you are a candidate with the desire to join an organization looking to innovate into the future, the City of Kirkland is the place for you!
If you ask our employees why they love where they work, they will tell you about the great people, work environment, supportive leadership and City Council, and fearless innovation.
We also invest in you!
Competitive Wages: We strive to maintain competitive compensation packages and work to provide wages that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities of our employees.
Awesome benefits: The City offers benefits that are unmatched by most other employers. Please click on the benefits tab above to view more details.
Childcare Programs: To help address the challenge of reliable childcare, the City of Kirkland has agreements with two local childcare providers that offer discounted rates for our employees at 10 locations within 20 miles of Kirkland. Learn more!
Training and Career Development: The City of Kirkland believes in developing it's employees. You will have access to training opportunities designed for career development and advancement based on your position, skills, and interests.
Job Summary
The role of the Case Worker is to mitigate the impact of chronic 911 callers and to better protect our most vulnerable residents. The Case Worker facilitates access to social services and non-emergency medical services for vulnerable adults and families in crisis encountered by 911 responders within the Fire Department.Distinguishing Characteristics: The Case Worker is a full-time civilian position working within the Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) program reporting to a Chief Officer. This position works in conjunction with Regional Crisis Response Agency Crisis Responders and other community partners. The Case Worker visits clients as part of a team with an Emergency Medical Technician.
The Case Worker I is an entry-level level position within the Case Worker job series. This classification is reserved for those with an associate license and/or master's degree. An employee in the Case Worker I classification will move to the Case Worker II classification when they are able to demonstrate that they have an independent clinical practice license from the Washington State Department of Health.
Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Follows up with clients and makes in-home visits to meet, interview, and assess residents after an initial encounter, referral, or response at the request of Police, Fire, or other authorized entities. Conducts biopsychosocial assessments when needed.
- Serves as one of the Department's subject matter experts on social and human services.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with outside agencies who are partners in the effort to guide 911 callers towards appropriate medical and social services.
- Participates in the development of the Department's performance metrics, tracking, and referrals related to the Mobile Integrated Health team.
- Promotes best practices in treatment approaches, support systems, and interventions through trainings that support clinical competency, culturally relevant practices, and use of appropriate technologies.
- Works with adult family homes, assisted living facilities, group homes, skilled nursing facilities and other care facilities to improve client outcomes.
- Works with City personnel who encounter and refer vulnerable individuals in need of assistance in their care, safety, mental or physical health issues.
- Keeps timely and organized progress notes on individuals enrolled for services.
- Uses clinical experience and expertise to inform evaluation, case management, coaching, and advocacy decisions with clients referred to MIH.
- Monitors and finds solutions for callers who are deemed "high users" of the 911 system.
- Provides proactive leadership to foster understanding and teamwork in the area of community response.
- Fosters a positive and supportive work environment; promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace, contributing to an environment of respectful living and working in a multicultural society.
- Completes and maintains training requirements as established by the Department.
- Performs functions as assigned in the City's emergency response plan in the event of an emergency.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in tracking client progress outcomes and use of data systems for case management and outcome tracking.
- Knowledge of HIPPA and RCW's and other laws related to the maintenance, retention, and confidentiality of patient records.
- Skilled in applying a trauma-informed care approach with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Knowledge of the principles of behavior and motivation.
- Knowledge of community health, housing, financial, and behavioral health resources and criteria for providing services.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal social service programs and eligibility criteria, including Veteran-specific programs, Medicare and Medicaid.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar programs.
- Knowledge of business letter writing, email communications, and report preparation.
- Understanding of regional programs and initiatives, including partnerships and inter-agency cooperation with other public and private agencies in the region such as MIH in King County and the Regional Crisis Response (RCR) Agency.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and assume responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, the organization, and quality of service within the assigned area.
- Ability to effectively handle confidential, delicate, and sensitive issues, using tact and diplomacy.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate and build and maintain effective team relationships with employees, public officials, and diverse populations.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain and project a calm, informational, and persuasive demeanor in stressful situations.
- Ability to establish and maintain productive professional relationships with City of Kirkland staff, MIH program partners, RCR Agency affiliates, and other community partners.
- Ability to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; obtain first-hand information and use it for improvements in services; act with community in mind; establish and maintain effective relationships and gain trust and respect.
- Value Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Understand and support equity and inclusion in policies and practices; work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, perspectives and lived experience; inspire and encourage fair treatment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Master's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, human development, or other related field or Associate's license as a social worker, mental health counselor, or marriage and family therapist as defined by WAC 246-809.
- Experience: 1 year of paid experience in a health care setting, including public health or behavioral health.
- Or: In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.
- Must have a valid Washington State Driver's license with 30 days of hire, and ability to remain insurable under the City's insurance to operate motor vehicles.
- Experience working with public safety entities preferred.
Other
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Must be physically capable of effectively using and operating various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, a personal computer, tablet computer, calculator, copier, scanner and fax machine. Must be able to safely operate a city vehicle.
Must be physically capable of lifting, walking, moving, carrying, climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, sitting, standing, pushing, and pulling. Will navigate rugged terrains and unsanitary public places, homes, and shelters. Ability to carry, don, and doff personal and safety equipment during community response, including N95 mask and eye protection.
Work involves contact with individuals and clients who may be experiencing housing insecurity. The incumbent may be exposed to repeated emotionally disturbing situations, high-stress dynamic situations, hostile and/or aggressive behaviors, which could present a personal risk of harm. Work may require visits to jails and out-of-town locations, emergency rooms, and other medical facilities. May include exposure to bloodborne pathogens or other potentially infectious material (OPIM).
This position encounters foot hazards as defined by the WAC, which may include any of the following: falling objects, rolling objects, piercing/cutting injuries, or electrical hazards.
Selection Process
Position requires a resume and cover letter for consideration of application. Please note how you meet minimum qualifications within the cover letter. Applicants who are selected for next steps in the hiring process will be invited by phone or e-mail. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest possible date as screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions will be made through the recruitment period, until such time as the vacancy is filled.
The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. We do this by solving problems, focusing on the customer, and respecting all people who come into the City whether to visit, live, or work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our job postings. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf 711.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Construction Project Manager-Crane Section at Port Everglades.
The Construction Project Manager in the Operations Division - Crane Section is responsible for performing advanced professional and administrative work in the design and management of crane improvement projects for the Port Everglades Department.
THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME.
General Description
Performs advanced professional and administrative work in the design and management of construction projects for the County.
Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires an associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in architecture, civil engineering, construction management or closely related field.
Requires Eight (8) years of professional engineering and/or construction management experience relevant to the area of assignment or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and LicensesPossess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.
Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment.
Ability to secure and maintain a valid Seaport Business Purpose Credential for the duration of employment.Preferences
- Bachelor's or master's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related field
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- LEED certification
- Licensed Engineer in the State of Florida, or Licensed General or Building Contractor in the State of Florida
- 1+ years experience using AutoCAD
- 1+ years experience using Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- 5+ years of experience in governmental accounting and procurement processes
- 3+ years of experience gantry crane maintenance
SCOPE OF WORK
Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Develop and prepare engineering plans and designs for various crane improvement projects; estimate quantities and costs of such projects.
Assists consultants in the development of construction projects; issues work orders to consultants, surveyors and testing labs; reviews consultant's plans and specifications at various stages of development for conformance to design standards, completeness and accuracy; monitors consultant's cost estimates and verifies consultant's invoices and recommends payment.
Coordinates bid advertisements; schedules and assists in conducting pre-bid conferences; assists in evaluating bids and making recommendations for award of contract.
Schedules and assists in conducting pre-bid construction meetings with consultants, contractors and subcontractors; issues Notice to Proceed to contractors; reviews field inspection reports.
Assists in the preparation of schedules and monitors construction progress; assists in the preparation of change orders; maintains records of consultant's payments.
Assists in the inspection of projects for substantial completion and prepares punch list of any deficiencies; arranges for correction of defects by contractor during warranty period and conducts inspection at end of warranty period to ensure correction of defects.
Prepares required paperwork for capitalizing and closing the project; performs special investigations, sites analyses and feasibility studies as required and submits technical and management reports.
Meets with consultants, contractors, utility organizations, city, state, federal agencies, civic associations, business and community leaders, property owners and attorneys; assists with the preparation of the budget for capital expenditures.
Makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline and promotions of subordinates; authorizes leave; evaluates employee performance.
Performs related work as assigned.
Competencies- Financial Acumen:Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Determines and estimates the main direct and indirect costs; makes generally appropriate decisions regarding expenditures. Studies financial and quantitative information; uses data to improve performance.
- Manages Complexity:Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms.
- 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.
- Balances Stakeholders:Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Ensures that own efforts meet the needs and requirements of internal and external stakeholders. Works to identify all relevant issues and satisfy the interests of multiple stakeholders during the decision-making process.
- Plans and Aligns:Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Stays focused on plans and improvises in response to changes, including risks and contingencies. Aligns own team's work with other workgroups'. Looks ahead to determine and obtain needed resources to complete plans.
- 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.
- Drives Results:Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles.
- Communicates Effectively:Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.
- Situational Adaptability:Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Sees even subtle cues to adapt; deploys a wide range of behaviors to stay effective. Exemplifies flexibility and resourcefulness; responds deftly to a variety of challenges and situations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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 of electronic office equipment or tools 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.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
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.
Copyright 2025 Korn Ferry. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward 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.
County-wide Emergency ResponsibilitiesNote: 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 ResponsibilitiesAll 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.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Veterinarian to support the Animal Care Division.
Benefits of Broward County Employment
High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $10.90 / Family $80.79
Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually
Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $82.58 / Family $286.79
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)
General Description
Provides high quality medical and surgical care for animals.
Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university.
Special Certifications and LicensesPossess a Florida Veterinarian License in good standing at time of start and for duration of assignment.
Possess a USDA Category I License, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
Possess a Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) License or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
PreferencesFluent in Spanish and/or Creole
Shelter Medicine Certification/Degree
Animal Cruelty Investigation Certification/Degree
Fear Free Shelter Certification
HQHVSN (High Quality High Volume Spay and Neuter) Training
USDA Category I Accreditation
DEA Registration
Additional Information:
This position is a safety-sensitive position. Candidates selected for employment will be subject to pre-employment verifications to include but not limited to; post-offer physical examination/drug test and clearance of the Department of Children and Families Affidavit of Good Moral Character.
SCOPE OF WORK
Duties and Responsibilities
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.
- Examines animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries; treats sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery.
- Examines impounded animals; directs separation of diseased animals for treatment or other disposition; issues certificate of health for animals adopted.
- Inoculates, spays or neuters animals in accordance with established laws, and policies and standard operating procedures and including adherence to all protocols put forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Performs and interprets laboratory tests for parasitic conditions and diseases.
- Reviews and makes recommendations to Department head concerning Animal Care program policies, procedures, and activities; prepares periodic evaluative reports on veterinary services.
- Collects body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis; inoculates animals against various diseases such as rabies or distemper.
- Compares medical and surgical protocols to the overall standard of care in the community to ensure that the best level of care possible is achieved.
- Trains the veterinary technicians in all procedures involving the care and treatment of animals.
- Provides lead direction to staff responsible for following prescribed treatment and maintaining treatment records for animals brought to the shelter; ensures that the highest level of service and care are provided and that changes in animals' conditions are recorded.
- Assists in monitoring inventory and ordering of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals with strict adherence to local and State protocols on the use and security of controlled substances.
- Performs related work as assigned.
- Business Insight:Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. Ensures that the team understands and discusses relevant industry changes. Gives strong messages about how people's efforts make a difference to the broader organization.
- Manages Complexity:Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms.
- Decision Quality:Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Ensures that people internalize policies and standards and accept full responsibility for their decisions. Confidently makes choices in the best interests of the organization, deals constructively with resistance.
- Action Oriented:Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes immediate, decisive, independent action to resolve issues or problems. Persists as needed. Quickly and consistently identifies and pursues beneficial new opportunities.
- Resourcefulness:Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently. Seeks best approaches to conserve resources and minimize waste. Consistently finds creative approaches and workarounds to get the work done with very constrained resources, skillfully matching the types of resources to the specific challenge.
- Directs Work:Provides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Delegates tasks, providing generally clear expectations to staff. Coordinates and integrates the team's work, reducing duplication. Measures team progress using the right indicators; recognizes when problems or shortfalls occur.
- Optimizes Work Processes:Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Encourages and rewards continuous improvement and quality outcomes. Equips others to handle day-to-day tasks effectively on their own. Integrates systems to improve quality and service.
- Develops Talent:Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals. builds long-term succession for key roles. Builds a learning culture in the team; uses teachable situations to offer insightful coaching. Recommends and facilitates activities and assignments that help people grow.
- Communicates Effectively:Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Ensures a free flow of information throughout the organization. Delivers messages effectively to all levels of the organization; creates forums for people to express themselves openly and regularly.
- Self-Development:Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. Actively pursues opportunities that expand own expertise and skills and motivates the team to continuously learn and develop. Pursues ways to both enhance skills and advance organizational strategy.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close 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 animals and disease/pathogens.
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Treatment Plant Operator - Water & Wastewater Operations Division
The Treatment Plant Operator for Wastewater, is responsible for the following, including but not limited to: operating equipment related to wastewater treatment plant processes, including aeration tanks, clarifiers, belt filter press, sludge flotation units and digesters under close supervision, and checking equipment to see that it is operating properly; performing minor repairs and adjustments to equipment as needed, and assisting Plant Maintenance Crew on maintenance projects; performing a variety of cleaning tasks in areas or structures, such as chemical rooms, chemical feed equipment, various wastewater treatment units, pumping stations, electrical rooms, secondary containment areas, head house bar screens, and general grounds keeping; having knowledge of the general operating principles and practices and the maintenance requirements of mechanical and electrical equipment similar to the types utilized in waste treatment plants; understanding and following specified operating and recording procedures; analyzing and troubleshooting various issues; performing basic mathematical calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and/or division; learning/performing a variety of work activities associated with the operation and maintenance of a variety of pumps, valves, filters, and related equipment associated with wastewater treatment system
General Description
Performs skilled operational and regulatory work in the testing and treatment of City water in compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires six (6) months experience in operation or maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical equipment similar to that utilized in treatment plant operations or completion of the Pre-Apprenticeship program in either Water Operations or Wastewater Operations through Junior Achievement of South Florida.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Must obtain the Class C Water or Wastewater Plant Operator License within two (2) years of hire.
Preferences
- Vocational/Technical School Certification OR Associates Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Water or Wastewater Treatment, Public Admin, or a closely related field.
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Water or Wastewater Treatment, Public Admin, or a closely related field.
- Master's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Water or Wastewater Treatment, Public Admin, or a closely related field.
- Possession of "C" Florida State Operator license in Wastewater
- Possession of "C", "B" or "A" Florida State Operator license in Water
- Possession of "C", "B" or "A" Collection certification in Wastewater
SCOPE OF WORK
Duties and Responsibilities
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.
Understands, implements, maintains and assists the processing of millions of gallons of wastewater entering the plant and following various biological, mechanical and chemical processes to return treated waters meeting state and federal safety standards back into the environment.
Performs routine to complex maintenance and repair duties of water equipment and facilities; collects water samples for testing; performs and records chemical adjustments and laboratory sampling and testing; ascertains treatment performance and quality; monitors and sets chlorine machinery to obtain proper chemical usage readings; operates and maintains pump stations; records daily pump readings, records flows, time of flows, pressures, and chemical usage.
Performs clerical duties, data entry, process control, calculations and runs quantitative and qualitative analysis and interprets data for performance evaluation.
Runs vacuum building system; collects samples from off sight station; receives chemical deliveries on and off sight; maintains and monitors backwash filter.
Checks plant equipment and troubleshoots plant problems; diagnoses, troubleshoots and writes work orders when a malfunction has been discovered; performs frequent rounds checking the status of water and wastewater treatment units, tanks and machines; performs a variety of routine cleaning activities in order to ensure the safety and cleanliness of facility/treatment plant; proper start up and shut down of different tanks and pumps according to conditions and supervisor directives; resets plant to proper operating conditions caused by storms and power outages.
Computes a variety of work orders to document treatment plant activity, request maintenance, repairs, and compile statistics for periodic reports.
Monitors treatment plant operations to ensure compliance with State and County regulations standards and verifies process is operating efficiently and effectively; checks on storage and inventory of chemicals.
Performs related work as assigned.
Competencies- Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Quickly determines the most critical data and focuses analysis there; recognizes even subtle symptoms that indicate problems; probes deeply for root causes; uses systematic problem-solving methods. Well.
- Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Swiftly internalizes coaching on routine issues; handles issues confidently after instruction. Leverages rules and procedures to speed up decision making. Confidently and quickly draws on others' expertise.
- Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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 of mechanical or electronic office equipment or tools 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 toxic/caustic chemicals.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
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.
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County-wide Emergency ResponsibilitiesNote: 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 ResponsibilitiesAll 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.
