Qureos Mentor

Broward County, Florida

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>This announcement will remain active until a sufficient number of applications has been received and may close at any time.</b><br>
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<b> ***** This is not a remote position*****</b><br>
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<b> The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Purchasing Agent.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Broward County Purchasing Division is responsible for procuring of goods, services, construction, and professional services for over 60 different agencies of the Board of County Commissioners. As a centralized purchasing agency, the Division is responsible for:</div><ul><li>
Creating and issuing solicitations</li><li>
Vendor selection</li><li>
Negotiation</li><li>
Award</li><li>
Contract management</li><li>
Reporting</li><li>
Disposal of surplus property, and</li><li>
Logistic / resource management support for emergencies</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
The Broward County Purchasing Division has been nationally recognized, receiving the National Institute of Government Procurement&rsquo;s Outstanding Agency Accreditation Award (OA4), and the National Procurement Institute&rsquo;s Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award. Additionally, it has received the Florida Association of Public Procurement Officials, Inc. (FAPPO) Award of Excellence in Public Procurement.<br>
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 The Purchasing Agent (PA) provides a key role in the division, procuring the goods and services required to operate, maintain, and grow the County&rsquo;s operations, for all who live, learn, work and play in Broward County.</div><div><div><b><br>
General Description:</b><br>
Performs specialized work in a large central purchasing operation with responsibility to bind the County for the purchase of commodities and/or services up to an authorized threshold.<br>
Works independently, under supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.<br>
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<b>Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:</b><br>
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Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, or closely related field.<br>
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<b>(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)</b><br>
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Requires two (2) years in a centralized public or private sector purchasing operation with some lead work experience or closely related experience.</div></div><br>
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Preferences:</b><br>
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Master&rsquo;s degree in relevant field</li><li>
Certified Professional Public Buyer or (CPPB)</li><li>
Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO)</li><li>
Certified Procurement Professional (CPP)</li><li>
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)</li><li>
1+ years of Government Procurement Experience</li><li>
Bonfire (electronic bidding system) experience</li><li>
1+ years of PeopleSoft/ERP Experience</li></ul><div><b><br>
Knowledge Abilities and Skills:</b><br>
 Implements the principles and practices of procurement, including market factors such as availability, sources of supply, trends, pricing structures, grades and qualities that impact the procurement of assigned commodities and services, and apply this knowledge to make effective purchases and to resolve associated problems.<br>
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 Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>SCOPE OF WORK</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>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.</b></p><p>
Reviews, corrects, and researches using agency's specifications to ensure competitive and non-restrictive requirements; ensures basic requirements and industry standards/certifications are included; determines if licensing, insurance and bonding are required.</p><p>
Prepares solicitations for advertising. Evaluates vendor responses for responsiveness, responsibility, and compliance with solicitation requirements. Performs solicitation award processes and prepares central purchase orders.</p><p>
Prepares memoranda requesting special conditions for solicitations, makes recommendations for award/rejection of solicitations, or responses to vendor issues or protests.</p><p>
Responsible for conducting presentations, outreach events, or pre-bid/proposal conferences.</p><p>
Reviews, analyzes and resolves purchasing issues. Determines the appropriate terms, conditions, pricing structure, specifications, and forms for assigned procurements.</p><p>
Responds to requests for information and public records requests.</p><p>
Reviews and analyzes existing contracts to determine whether the contract should be renewed or re-solicited and prepares recommendations for renewal. Processes recommended contract renewals.</p><p>
Performs related work as assigned.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Physical Demands</b></div><p><i>
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.</i></p><p>
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.</p><div><b>
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)</b></div><p><i>
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.</i></p><p>
None.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>SPECIAL INFORMATION</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Competencies</b></p><ul><li><b>
Manages Complexity</b></li></ul><div>
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Resourcefulness</b></li></ul><div>
Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently. Identifies and obtains resources needed to accomplish objectives; identifies different ways to accomplish work when resources are limited. Makes progress across multiple priorities or responsibilities.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Optimizes Work Processes</b></li></ul><div>
Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Generally follows defined and communicated standards, methods, and procedures. Seeks advice and finds ways to work better within processes. Makes some reasonable suggestions to improve work methods.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Ensures Accountability</b></li></ul><div>
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.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Drives Results</b></li></ul><div>
Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Regularly pushes self to achieve outstanding outcomes; consistently establishes bold goals for own performance; is passionate about excellent results and significant contributions. Shows great tenacity to complete goals/initiatives in a timely way.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Communicates Effectively</b></li></ul><div>
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.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness</b></li></ul><div>
Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Actively seeks feedback from a variety of sources; asks clarifying questions to understand and improve own impact on others or on team performance. Reflects on and learns from own mistakes.</div><br>
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County Core Values</b><div>
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.</div><ul><li><b>
Collaborates</b>: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.</li><li><b>
Customer focus</b>: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.</li><li><b>
Instills trust</b>: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.</li><li><b>
Values differences</b>: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.</li></ul><div><b><br>
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance</b></div><div>
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.</div><div><b><br>
Emergency Management Responsibilities</b></div><div>
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.</div><div><b><br>
County-wide Employee Responsibilities</b></div><div>
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.</div><div><br>
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.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Purchasing Agent

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Maintenance Worker.</b><br>
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<b><i>This announcement will remain active until a sufficient number of applications have been received and may close at any time.</i></b><br>
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<b>General Description</b><br>
Performs a variety of general building and grounds related maintenance and repairs at an assigned facility.<br>
Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.<br>
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<b>Minimum Education and Experience Requirements</b><br>
Requires three (3) months in maintenance or closely related experience.<br>
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<b>Special Certifications and Licenses Required</b><br>
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.</div><div>
Ability to secure and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.<br>
Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment.<br>
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Ability to secure and maintain a valid Seaport Business Purpose Credential for the duration of employment.<br>
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<b>Preferences</b></div>
2+ years of experience performing commercial facility maintenance<br>
2+ years of experience performing construction helper functions<br>
2+ years of experience operating small tools and equipment</div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>SCOPE OF WORK</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>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.</b></p><p>
Maintains grounds and landscape areas in order to ensure that grounds and landscape areas are presentable, clean, and safe.</p><p>
Performs a variety of facility maintenance work in order to ensure a clean, safe environment for the public and County employees, minimize major repair/replacement costs, and/or extend the useful life of equipment/fixtures.</p><p>
Cleans offices, break rooms, restrooms, halls, shop areas, pavilions, sidewalks, in order to provide a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for the public and other staff; moves a variety of furniture and related items in order to relocate/rearrange work stations/offices, set up for meetings, activities, and events.</p><p>
Interacts with the public and/or other County employees in order to give directions/information, explain work activities/procedures, identify their service needs, and/or resolve day-to-day operational issues.</p><p>
Sets out temporary traffic control devices at the work site in order to provide a safe work environment and facilitate safe, efficient traffic flow.</p><p>
Prepares a variety of log sheets in order to document work activities, track equipment usage, and provide summary information to management.</p><p>
Maintains a variety of landscape and construction related equipment in order to ensure that the equipment operates safely and appropriately when needed, extend the useful life of the equipment, minimize down time, and minimize major repair/replacement costs.</p><p>
Performs related work as assigned.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Physical Demands</b></p><p><i>
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.</i></p><p>
Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.</p><b>
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)</b><p><i>
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.</i></p><p>
Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>SPECIAL INFORMATION</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Competencies</b></p><ul><li><b>
Decision Quality</b></li></ul><div>
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Action Oriented</b></li></ul><div>
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Plans and Aligns</b></li></ul><div>
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence. Identifies the support and resources needed to carry out plans; delivers on time at an acceptable quality level.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Ensures Accountability</b></li></ul><div>
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about, and adheres to, most policies, procedures, and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly, communicates status, and addresses any errors.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Communicates Effectively</b></li></ul><div>
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Pays attention to others' insights, advice, or instruction, grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness</b></li></ul><div>
Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.</div><br>
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County Core Values</b><div>
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.</div><ul><li><b>
Collaborates</b>: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.</li><li><b>
Customer focus</b>: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.</li><li><b>
Instills trust</b>: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.</li><li><b>
Values differences</b>: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.</li></ul><div><b><br>
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance</b></div><div>
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.</div><div><b><br>
Emergency Management Responsibilities</b></div><div>
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.</div><div><b><br>
County-wide Employee Responsibilities</b></div><div>
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.</div><div><br>
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.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Maintenance Worker (Trades) - Port Everglades

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