Gilchrist County Road Department
Full-Time Inmate Crew Leader

Gilchrist County Road Department has a full-time opening for an Inmate Crew Leader. The starting pay rate is $16.00 per hour.

The ideal candidate will be dependable, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while supervising inmate work crews in a safe and productive manner.

Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain clearance from the Florida Department of Corrections.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License and have a good driving record.
• Must be able to perform heavy lifting and strenuous physical work as needed.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions with minimal supervision.

This is a full-time position with benefits and is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Applications must include a copy of the applicant's valid Florida Driver License.

Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace (EOE/DFWP). Positions are open until filled. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and participation in direct deposit.

Gilchrist County Benefits

• Employee only coverage Florida Blue Health 03559
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 12 Holidays (8 hours)
• $25,000 Life insurance plan
• Other health and life plan(s) available

Applicants will receive an email once their application has been submitted. Positions are open until filled. Some posted positions may be placed on hold once an adequate number of applications have been accepted. Submitted applications may be used to fill multiple positions. Please do not contact the department directly, to check the status of your application. Failure to comply could result in your application being rejected. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

All applications must include a copy/photo of driver’s license. Please include all required licenses and or certificates with your application. Please be aware that any omissions, falsifications, or misrepresentations concerning any part of your application may disqualify you for employment consideration.

Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Gilchrist County requires pre-employment drug and background screening. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the human resources of the department listed. Notification to the hiring department must be made in advance, to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are considered at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes all required documents as per Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

This employer 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 E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Please do not contact department concerning this vacancy or status of your application. You will be contacted if chosen for an interview. Only interviewed applicants will receive notification that position has been filled. If you have questions concerning your application, please contact Human Resources at (352) 463-4617 or trmoore@gilchrist.fl.us