GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 60074219

Requisition No: 840454 

Agency: Children and Families

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 60074219

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 60074219 

Salary:  $50,000-$75,000 

Posting Closing Date: 11/13/2024 

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Statewide Anti-Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinator

 

THIS IS AN OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPURTUNITY

Department of Children and Families

Office of Community Services- Statewide Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinator

 

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week.

Location: Northeast Florida

Regular business hours of operation are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST, Monday - Friday.

Some travel may be required.

 

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university; Professional or non-professional experience as described below can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the preferred college degree. 
  • 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.
• One year of professional experience

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 social work.
• Knowledge of the human trafficking field.

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This is a highly responsible position composing, coordinating, controlling, executing, and monitoring human trafficking issues for the Department of Children and Families, Office of Community Services.  The incumbent must have knowledge of human trafficking, social services, and victim advocacy.  Effective communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail are required. 

 

• Provide anti-human trafficking expertise in policy development and implementation.
• Ensure quality service array through engagement in statewide and national collaboratives.
• Develop short-term and long-term strategic planning utilizing data to guide strategies and actions.
• Provide analysis and recommendations on anti-human trafficking and prevention populations in the state, including children, adults, vulnerable adults, and young adults formerly in foster care, in Extended Foster Care or in the Road to Independence Postsecondary Education Services and Support program.
• Maintain knowledge of operations and policies of the anti-human trafficking and prevention programs and of the Department; maintain current and detailed knowledge about laws, policies, and regulations affecting services to anti-human trafficking survivors in Florida.
• Safe Harbor Homes. Provide assistance in creating and reviewing licensure requirements for new Safe Harbor Homes. Provide assistance in reviewing FAC rules and CFOP to reflect changes in policies related to Safe Harbor Homes. Serve as a liaison between the Department and Safe Home staff and provide ongoing updates regarding legislatively mandated requirements, proper documentation, and staff trainings. Participate in quarterly meetings with Safe Home and Safe Therapeutic Foster Homes staff. Assist in creation/licensing of new Safe Harbor Homes. Assist in out-of-state placements for victims of CSEC.
• Adult Safe Houses. Provide assistance in creating and reviewing licensure requirements for  Adult Safe Houses. Provide assistance in reviewing FAC rules and CFOP to reflect changes in policies related to Adult Safe Houses. Serve as a liaison between the Department and Adult Safe Houses staff and provide ongoing updates regarding legislatively mandated requirements, proper documentation, and staff trainings.
• Participate in quarterly meetings with Adult Safe House staff and ensure ongoing support for staff working with survivors of human trafficking. Assist in providing support to providers during the licensing process for Adult Safe Houses.
• Assist in developing a network of adult services and supports for adult survivors of human trafficking and for adult safe house provid