ANTICIPATED VACANCY IMPORTANT! – Please navigate to the following website: www. guardianadlitem. org to apply for this position: Click on the “Career Opportunities” icon. Scroll down to the link, “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Employment Application Here. ” Complete the “mini” job application and attach your current resume.
Select PALM BEACH COUNTY for the job location OR Email your mini application and resume directly to ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization. With more than 10,000 staff and volunteers, which includes more than 180 attorneys, its primary focus is the powerful and effective representation
of Florida’s abused, neglected, and abandoned children. Most of these children are abruptly removed from their homes, and sadly, many end up in foster care.
The Office’s mission is to provide the most vulnerable children in Florida with an adult from their community who will be a consistent, positive presence in the child's life as part of a multi-disciplinary team that always includes an attorney, child welfare professional and hopefully a community volunteer if one is available, providing the highest quality community advocacy and independent legal representation to protect each child's legal interests. A critical function is to provide dependency judges with thorough and accurate information
regarding the children under the court’s jurisdiction.
The Office’s core values strongly reinforce and enhance its mission. Those values are: Commitment to Children Communication Built on Trust Collective Empowerment Collaboration Courtesy An excellent overview of the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at www. guardianadlitem. org. Benefits Package As an employee with the State of Florida, your benefits are a significant part of your compensation with 19 percent of your total compensation coming from the benefits that the State offers. As a fulltime employee, your insurance rate will be significantly low due to the contribution of the State of Florida.
In fact, single coverage is as low as $8.34 per month with family coverage costing only $30 per month. While the rates are higher for halftime employees, health insurance options are still available to you as long as you are in a salaried position. Employment Benefits: State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required) (9) Paid state holidays Paid personal holiday (13) Paid sick leave days (176) Annual leave hours Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employee may purchase additional coverage Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, disability, etc.
Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Agency, contingent upon agency approval Public Loan Forgiveness Program No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida No mandatory night/weekend/holiday scheduled work State Tuition Waiver Program An excellent overview of the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at www. guardianadlitem. org. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY The Guardian ad Litem Office Attorney is a highly responsible entry-level position providing guardian ad litem legal representation for children under the jurisdiction of Florida’s dependency courts.
The incumbent will represent the independent legal interests of each individual child using the best interest standard of representation in the cases assigned by the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office. Work is performed under the supervision of the Managing Attorney or his or her designee. ABOUT THE WORK The attorney may function as the attorney in a three-member multi-disciplinary guardian ad litem team or as an attorney guardian ad litem, representing each child with a focus on timely achievement of permanency and normalcy for the child.
The work involves contact with people in stressful situations, and the incumbent must exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and extremely sensitive issues before the court. The incumbent reviews case files to identify legal issues, conducts an independent investigation of the facts of the case, researches and develops legal strategies for the cases, files pleadings and motions, attend court proceedings including, but not limited to, hearings, depositions and mediations, and meets with Guardian ad Litem staff, witnesses, collateral contacts pertinent to the case, and the children represented by the Office.
The incumbent represents, advocates, and negotiates for the assigned children both in and outside the courtroom. The incumbent also performs other duties assigned by management. Incumbents in this class report directly to the Managing Attorney of their assigned Circuit for all activities related to the practice of law; and also works under the operational and administrative supervision of the Circuit Director. ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Possession of legal skills and knowledge sufficient to represent the children assigned to the Guardian ad Litem Office in legal proceedings as evidenced by admission to The Florida Bar.
Extensive knowledge of juvenile law and guardian ad litem legal representation for children. Ability to advocate effectively in court on behalf of the child. Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with individuals involved in litigation and stressful situations. Ability to work with individuals from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds. Ability to utilize a personal computer, including software programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook. ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A valid Florida driver license is required.
Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in The Florida Bar. Candidates may be considered pending admission may be granted by the Executive Director or their designee. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at -xyz X on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 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 -xyz X). 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.
attorneys advocate for the safety, well-being, and permanency of Florida’s abused, abandoned, and neglected children. With a team of more than 300 attorneys, CLS is the leader in the courtroom at each stage of a Chapter 39 proceeding. A CLS attorney has primary responsibility for multiple cases and must ensure Florida and federal legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children.
A CLS attorney collaborates with investigators and case managers to gather the evidence necessary to support the legal action that is appropriate for each child and prepares those partners to serve as witnesses at trial. CLS attorneys advocate for children by employing best
practice litigation techniques so that our pleadings and trial presentations lead the nation in dependency advocacy. Qualifications: Law Degree Minimum of 2 years bar admission Training Provided: Multi-week onboarding program created by a CLS-dedicated Statewide Training Team Quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training focusing on practical skills and litigation tactics Annual multi-day Advanced Litigation Academy that coaches new and experienced attorneys on high-level evidence techniques, expert witness challenges, and advocacy through technology.
Fulfillment of all CLE requirements through webinars and live trainings on topics including case law updates, statutory changes,
courtroom skills, evidence, ethics, and legal writing. Benefits for Working for the State of Florida: Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Department, contingent upon agency approval Public Loan Forgiveness Program No state income tax for residents of Florida On each anniversary date, you will be accredited 176 hours of annual leave and 104 hours of sick leave Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options) Retirement plan options, including employer contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition waivers And more!
Compensation: For a full-time permanent appointment, the annual base salary is $69,000 and total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed above is valued at a minimum of $95,318.
Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www. mybenefits.. How to Apply: To apply, please submit an online application that includes a cover letter and a resume that demonstrates your qualifications. You may be requested to subsequently provide a writing sample, law school transcripts, and references to assist the committee. Growth Opportunities: We have several ways you can grow as an attorney with CLS.
There are pathways for promotion for those who want to be leaders in the courtroom and for those who would rather be leaders in the office. To open the door for growth, CLS invites all of its team members to participate on special projects that create strategies for better outcomes for children. Come grow with us today! 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 -xyz X).
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.
attorneys advocate for the safety, well-being, and permanency of Florida’s abused, abandoned, and neglected children. With a team of more than 300 attorneys, CLS is the leader in the courtroom at each stage of a Chapter 39 proceeding. A CLS attorney has primary responsibility for multiple cases and must ensure Florida and federal legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children.
A CLS attorney collaborates with investigators and case managers to gather the evidence necessary to support the legal action that is appropriate for each child and prepares those partners to serve as witnesses at trial. CLS attorneys advocate for children by employing best
practice litigation techniques so that our pleadings and trial presentations lead the nation in dependency advocacy. Qualifications: Law Degree Training Provided: Multi-week onboarding program created by a CLS-dedicated Statewide Training Team Quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training focusing on practical skills and litigation tactics Annual multi-day Advanced Litigation Academy that coaches new and experienced attorneys on high-level evidence techniques, expert witness challenges, and advocacy through technology.
Fulfillment of all CLE requirements through webinars and live trainings on topics including case law updates, statutory changes, courtroom skills, evidence, ethics,
and legal writing. Benefits for Working for the State of Florida: Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Department, contingent upon agency approval Public Loan Forgiveness Program No state income tax for residents of Florida On each anniversary date, you will be accredited 176 hours of annual leave and 104 hours of sick leave Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options) Retirement plan options, including employer contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition waivers And more!
Compensation: For a full-time permanent appointment, the annual base salary is $55,00 and total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed above is valued at a minimum of $77,947.
Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www. mybenefits. How to Apply: To apply, please submit an online application that includes a cover letter and a resume that demonstrates your qualifications. You may be requested to subsequently provide a writing sample, law school transcripts, and references to assist the committee. Growth Opportunities: We have several ways you can grow as an attorney with CLS.
There are pathways for promotion for those who want to be leaders in the courtroom and for those who would rather be leaders in the office. To open the door for growth, CLS invites all of its team members to participate on special projects that create strategies for better outcomes for children. Come grow with us today! 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 -xyz X).
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.
Duties: Ardurra is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our transportation team in the role of Engineer Intern (EI). In this role you will have the opportunity to work under the supervision of outstanding seasoned professionals on exciting and challenging projects that improve the quality of life in our communities.
Your primary duties may include: Assist Project Engineers in the design and development of roadway and highway construction contract plans using the latest CADD software, including Micro Station and Open Roads Designer. Assist in the identification of construction pay items and computation of quantities and opinions of costs. Assist in the preparation of construction
specifications and specification packages. Develop and analyze feasible design alternatives comparing parameters, such as typical sections, horizontal and vertical alignments, right-of-way requirements, impacts on existing utilities, constructability, and construction cost.
Perform standard computations and analysis and research assignments. Attend design meetings and coordinate with team members. Prepare letters, memorandums, reports, spreadsheets, power point presentations, and project schedules. Document design decisions. Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution. Engineer Intern Certification or
ability to obtain within 6 months from date of hire. 0-2 years of experience.
Some experience with CADD software is preferred. Why Ardurra? While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or interactionual orientation. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities.
Interested in joining us on our journey? GE Appliances (GEA) is looking for a motivated Appliance Factory Service Technician (FST) to conduct in-home appliance repairs. The technician will be responsible for providing an excellent consumer experience during after-sales in-home service to protect, repair and replace appliances. At GE Appliances we put our people first and that includes you. Here are some benefits
of joining our team! Annual wage increases and uncapped incentive opportunities Service van Laptop computer and Smartphone Uniforms, work boots, and specialized tools Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance on DAY ONE!
401K and Tuition reimbursement Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays Career Growth - ongoing education for those looking to expand their industry knowledge Great hourly rates $23 - $31 / hourly base rate, depending on experience, certification and location. Position Appliance Service Technician (Lake Worth/Boynton, FL) Location USA, West Palm Beach, FL How You'll Create Possibilities Conduct diagnosis and in-home repairs in consumer's homes on GEA's major appliances Promote
and sell GE Appliances service contracts, water filters, and other products Operate assigned service van to repair locations Record all activities related to repairs, routes, and other activities Attend trainings, meetings, and other events as required to expand and remain a knowledgeable expert in the repair industry Manage maintenance and stock inventory of assigned service van Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction through the deliverance of high-quality service and meet productivity and efficiency goals as established Follow safety procedures and constant awareness for personal safety and safety of others Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice Learn more by watching this video: video.
digi-/ge-appliances/jobs/technicians/appliance-service-technician/jv_GE-Appliances_1 What You'll Bring to Our Team Minimum Qualifications: HS Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) 1+ years of experience with appliance repair, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or property maintenance Ability/experience diagnosing and repairing major appliances Excellent customer service and communication skills Ability to work a flexible schedule with some Saturdays as needed Have and maintain a valid state driver's license and successfully complete background check, physical, and drug screen.
Must have or be willing to obtain CFC Certification within 6 months. Wear uniform & maintain standards of personal grooming & appearance consistent with GEA values Self-directed and solid team player Ability to deescalate situations and rebuild customer confidence in our products Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation, including, but not limited to: Ability to step up, into, and out of a van and sit for extended periods of time Ability to handle/work with parts/equipment which may be hot, cold, and/or wet Ability to use often powered hand tools and occasional use of vibratory tools/equipment Ability to handle and lift parts or materials min.
of 77 lbs. lifting/carrying and 70 lb. pushing/pulling is required Preferred Qualifications: 6 plus months of experience with Refrigeration repair CFC Certified Certification in appliance repair or Associates' degree preferred Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics and other service information. Our Culture At GE Appliances, creativity meets passion and conversations lead to exceptional outcomes and experiences. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that everyone brings to GE Appliances.
We believe a diverse workplace, where everyone is included and people can be their true and authentic selves, fosters creativity and innovation. We know our differences are our greatest strength. The very best innovations across every function of a company come from diverse teams. Our commitment to ensuring a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued allows employees to perform at their best, every day. Diversity at GE Appliances helps us achieve zero distance to our owners, innovate smartly and connect to the communities and customers we serve.
We encourage and support the ideas, aspirations, and the wellbeing of everyone - our employees and our communities GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization. GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U. S If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to xyz X@ PDN-9ac5acc3-c056-4e9b-af45-0c280be800be
