Reader​/Driver​/Clerk Blind Services

Position: READER/DRIVER/CLERK - 48006928 (BLIND SERVICES)
Location: Nokesville

Job Title

Reader/Driver/Clerk (OPS) – Division of Blind Services, District 3 Office – Gainesville, Florida.

Job Summary

This part‑time position (20–40 hours per week) supports a Counselor or other staff member with visual impairments by providing reading and transportation services to facilitate the completion of essential job tasks outside the office environment. The role assists the employee in meeting responsibilities that require community outreach and client‑related meetings.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a reader for the Counselor.
• Provides transportation for the Counselor or other staff member to: community outreach, informational sessions, client‑related meetings.
• Operates the state vehicle and follows all guidelines for vehicle use.
• Maintains confidentiality standards required by all State Employees.
• Possesses and maintains a valid Florida Driver's License and a clear driving record.
• Inputs work hours into People First System.
• Completes vehicle logs timely and accurately.
• May perform light office duties when needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to find and identify essential information.
• Ability to speak and communicate clearly.
• Ability to listen and interpret what others say, and ask questions as appropriate.
• Ability to use mathematics as needed to solve problems.
• Knowledge of administrative/clerical procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of basic computer software programs and applications.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain a clear driving history and a valid Florida Driver's License.

Minimum Qualifications

• Maintain a clear driving history.
• Maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience chauffeuring or providing driving services (Limousine, Taxi, Uber, Lyft).
• Experience working with people with disabilities.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as requested.
• Some travel is required.

Application Information

• Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety.
• Work History:
  List all periods of employment from high school graduation; any gaps 3 months or more must be addressed. Include education, volunteer experience, supervisor contacts, and HR contact for verification.
• Provide a Word document listing employment gaps if not listed in the application.
• Do not use “See Resume” to omit work history. Instead, enter work history fully or attach a document.
• Responses to pre‑qualifying questions must be verifiable.

Hiring Information and Requirements

• The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews each application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history.
• Veteran’s Preference:
  Attach DD‑214 and VA Letter if applicable.
• Right to First Interview:
  Attach official layoff letter if applicable.

Background Screening

Applicants must undergo Level 2 background screening. Social Security Number is required. Screening includes fingerprinting, state, federal, and local criminal record checks.

Selective Service System

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Service System before their 26th birthday or provide an exemption letter.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Appointment to a Drug‑Free Workplace

All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Florida statutes.

Accommodation Statement

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 in advance.

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