Requisition No:833276
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: HUMAN TRAFFICKING SPECIALIST-POLICY - 60075074
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number:60075074
Salary: 50,000-75,000
Posting Closing Date: 07/29/2024
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Human Trafficking Policy Specialist
THIS IS ANOPEN COMPETITIVE OPPURTUNITY
Department of Children and Families
Office of Community Services- Policy Specialist
THIS POSITION MAY BE TELEWORK.
This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week.
Location: Centre of Tallahassee Building, 2415 N. Monroe Street, Suite 400 Tallahassee, FL 32303.
Regular business hours of operation are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST, Monday - Friday.
Some travel may be required.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work or related area of study from an accredited college or university required. Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the preferred college education.
- Note: Be prepared to provide a copy of your degree/diploma or request official transcripts from your school in a sealed envelope. All documents must be in English, clear, and legible, showing all signatures and pertinent details. Foreign degrees must be validated by a third party to meet the US equivalency requirements. All costs are the responsibility of the applicant.
- At minimum, 2 years’ experience working as an advocate and/or policy analyst.
Preference will be given to applicants who have:
- At least one year of experience related to human trafficking or related field,must be reflected on your candidate profile and/or resume.
- Work experience with any State of Florida Government Agency.
- Knowledge of the contract management process, program evaluation, and data analysis.
- Knowledge of social work.
- Knowledgeof the human trafficking field.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
This is a highly responsible position requiring extensive knowledge of policy analysis and human trafficking in Florida. The incumbent will play a pivotal part in shaping and advancing policies that directly impact the well-being of human trafficking victims and survivors.
- Develop and apply the policies, procedures, and programs governing the agency.
- Read, understand, apply complicated and detailed regulations, and policy directives, including reading and analyzing proposed legislation to determine impact to the Department.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with community stakeholders.
- Prepare clear, concise, and accurate records and reports.
- Demonstrate ability to work independently.
- Demonstrate ability to create project plans and meet timelines and deadlines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research, develop, and analyze human trafficking policies, ensuring they align with best practices and the evolving needs of the community.
- Apply lived experience to provide insights into the practical implications and potential challenges of proposed policies.
- Act as a liaison between the organization and individuals with lived experience in human trafficking, ensuring their voices are heard in policy discussions.
- Engage with government agencies, advocacy groups, and community stakeholders to build alliances and influence policy decisions.
- Assess the effectiveness of existing human trafficking programs and policies, identifying areas for improvement based on your unique perspective and understanding of the system.
- Develop and deliver training programs to educate internal staff, external partners, and policymakers about the realities and nuances of human trafficking from a lived experience perspective.
- Conduct in-depth research on trends, best practices, and innovative approaches in human trafficking policy, utilizing data to inform evidence-based recommendations.
- Analyze demographic data to identify disparities and inequities within human trafficking, proposing strategies to address them.
- Participate in community outreach initiatives to connect with families, individuals, and organizations affected by human trafficking, fostering a collaborative and inclusive approach to policy development.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for the position:
This position requires knowledge of human trafficking programs and policy along with related Florida Statutes, Administrative Code and Operating Procedures. Knowledge of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data. Ability to evaluate the quality of service to clients and evaluate programs. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish effective working relationships and work as a team member.
REQUIRED SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY:
Microsoft Excel
Growth Opportunities:
With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development.
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- No state income tax for residents of Florida.
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidaysand onePersonal Holiday each year.
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions(For more information, please clickwww.myfrs.com).
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visitwww.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Your People First Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.
- Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
- Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
- Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responsestopre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.
- It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume”in place of entering work history.
The position will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures.
EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES
- US CITIZEN REQUIREMENTOnly US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired.
- SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM REGISTRATIONAll selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS).Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the SSS website:http://www.sss.gov.
- RETIREE NOTICEIf you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be suspended or voided, and you required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement.
- BACKGROUND SCREENINGIt is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.
- BENEFIT RECOVERY SCREENINGCandidates applying to positions in the Economic Self-Sufficiency Program will have a Benefit Recovery check completed to validate current or former public assistance case information before completing the hiring process.
If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
