Labor Training Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Government
Public Health, Government Agency, Government Administration
Location: Sarasota
LABOR, EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SPECIALIST -
Date:
Jan 21, 2026
EEO/Background:
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Requisition No:866402
Agency:
Business and Professional Regulations
Working Title:
LABOR, EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SPECIALIST -
The incumbent performs professional regulatory and compliance duties involving child labor and related activities under Chapter 450, Part I, Florida Statutes. The incumbent must have thorough knowledge of all laws and rules enforced to determine if a violation exists from evidence collected and a working knowledge of investigative techniques. Investigations may result from public complaints, individual reports, groups and organizations, or suspicion.
YourSpecific Responsibilities
- Conducts on-site investigations of complaints relating to youth employment to determine compliance with Chapter 450, Part I, Florida Statutes. Compiles and analyzes evidence of infractions, prepares investigative reports, and submits findings to the Child Labor Program Staff. Contacts and interviews witnesses, records statements, and prepares cases for post-investigative proceedings. May attend hearings to give testimony concerning investigations.
- Conducts educational workshops/seminars through written materials, telephone contacts, and program presentations for employers, employees, agricultural associations, advocacy groups, cooperatives, schools, parents, and the general public. Coordinates with outside agencies on matters relating to the employment of minors/farm workers. Refers complaints and apparent violations outside enforcement authority to appropriate state, federal, and local law enforcement agencies. Conducts routine walk-in unscheduled inspections of employer businesses.
- Evaluates, analyzes, compiles, and records investigative reports, including payroll audits and spreadsheets.
- Conducts fact-finding conferences, takes testimony, assists Department’s legal staff in case preparation and prosecution, and attends hearings with testimony about investigations.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to use technology including computer software, hardware, and data systems.
- Knowledge of investigative techniques; ability to compile, organize and analyze data; ability to apply and interpret laws.
- One year administrative or clerical office experience.
- Experience formatting, editing, and creating comprehensive correspondence using Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Ability to work flexible hours with regional travel and occasional overnight travel.
- A valid Florida Driver’s License.
- Experience in a regulatory field.
- Proficient in using OnBase and Versa Regulation.
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret/apply applicable Florida Statutes, laws, policies, and procedures.
“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 benefits including:
- State retirement package: 3% employee contribution.
- Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday.
- Up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new employee.
- Up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
- Health insurance coverage for eligible employees.
- $25,000 life insurance policy for eligible employees.
- Additional supplemental insurance options (dental, vision, hospital, cancer, etc.).
- Tax-deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts.
- Tuition waiver program to attend an approved State of Florida college or university.
*** Information contained in responses to qualifying questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities must be disclosed on the State of Florida Employment Application.***
Applicant Note: If selected and you hold a current license through the Florida DBPR, you may be required to place your license in an inactive status.
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