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Current job listings (updated 6/19/09)

Clerical job opportunities
Corrections Officer Trainee
Corrections Officer
Deputy II/Reserve Deputy
Maintenance/Trades/Equipment Operator Opportunities
Public Protection Director
Senior Accountant
Senior Lifeguard
Telecommunicator
Treatment Plant Operator
Votran positions (apply only at Votran)

Senior Accountant
Financial & Administrative Services/Management & Budget
(3331B)
Pay Range $43,340-$68,259/annually
Posted: 6/19/09
Closes: 7/06/09
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting; or in Business Administration or Finance with an Accounting minor, and four (4) years experience in accounting or auditing (preferably in governmental accounting or auditing). A Master's Degree in Accounting, MBA, or CPA certificate, may be substituted for one (1) year equivalent experience. A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum experience.
Status: currently accepting applications

Treatment Plant Operator II
Public Works/Water Resources & Utilities
(2132G)
Pay Range: $13,13 - $27.70 hourly, DOQ.
Posted: 3/27/09
Closes: Subject to close without notice
Minimum Qualifications: Level II - Possession of I class “C” Operators certification issued by Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) in water. Must have GED or high school diploma and possess a valid Florida driver’s license. The preferred applicant will have R/O (Reverse Osmosis) knowledge.
Status: currently accepting applications

Public Protection Director
(1043A)
Pay Range: $93,708 - $139,464/annually DOQ's.
Posted: 2/20/09
Closes: Subject to close without notice
For information regarding this position please CLICK HERE.
Status: currently accepting applications

The following positions do not represent current job vacancies. However, vacancies are anticipated throughout the year and are filled by referring qualified applicants from a standing list of eligible.

Senior Lifeguard
Public Protection/Beach Safety
(3021D)
Pay Range: $15.95 - $24.92/hourly
Posted: 11/7/08
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or GED and certification as a Florida Law Enforcement Officer. Applicant must successfully complete the Ocean Rescue certification course. Must possess a valid Florida EMT certification. Must semi-annually meet the physical ability requirement of a 500-meter swim of a measured course within ten (10) minutes. Applicant may be hired as a trainee if they do not possess all three (3) certifications, but must possess at least one of them to be considered. The applicant must obtain the other certifications within 18 months of being appointed. Salary is 10% below minimum with one certification and 5% below with two certifications. Note: Successful completion of the CJ-BAT test is required.
NOTE: It is this organization’s policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies. Please click here to review the policy.

Deputy II Pay Range : $15.39 - $23.54/hourly
Reserve Deputy Pay Range:$11.91 - $18.73/hourly
Sheriff's Office
(3150D)
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications:  Graduation from high school or completion of the GED and completion of the Minimum Standards Course required by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission for police officers. Must meet the qualifications for employment set forth in section 943.13, Florida Statute which includes: At least nineteen (19) years of age; a citizen of the United States; a high school graduate or its equivalent; no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or a false statement; no dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States; fingerprints on file with the employing agency; passed a physical examination by a licensed physician based on specifications established by the commission; good moral character as determined by a background investigation under procedures established by the Commission. Must also possess a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment. Applicants will undergo a polygraph, psychological examination and background investigation. Must successfully complete the Volusia County Sheriff's Office Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP).
NOTE: It is this organization’s policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies. Please click here to view policy.
Status: Accepting applications

Corrections Officer Trainee
Public Protection/Corrections
(3411D)
Pay Range:   $13.12 - $20.40/hourly
Closes:  Open Continuously
Minimum qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.  Prior to hire:  Must be 19 years of age. Must have passed a 7-8 level-A TABE test with scores at or above the 10th grade in all areas tested.  Exceptions can be made for those applicants who can show they have completed college level courses equivalent to this testing level.   Applicants must have a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment. Corrections will fund initial training and provide salary to the Corrections Officer Trainee.
NOTE: The TABE and CJ-BAT tests must be taken and passed prior to hire. Individuals are responsible for the fees and for scheduling tests directly with Daytona Beach Community College (386-506-3067). Individuals should forward their test results to the County of Volusia, Personnel Division. (There is provision for waiver of the TABE requirement based upon completion of higher education credits; individuals seeking this exemption should consult with DBCC officials.) Individuals may request reimbursement for the pre-employment TABE and CJ-BAT test fees upon commencing employment with the Corrections Division.
NOTE: It is this organization’s policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies. Please click here to view policy.
Status: Accepting applications

Corrections Officer
Public Protection/Corrections
(3412D)
Pay Range: $14.51 - $22.25/hourly
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications:  Graduation from high school or GED. Must hold current Florida State Certification as a Correctional Officer. A copy of this certification must be submitted with the employment application. Applicants must have a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment.  Will perform responsible corrections officer duties involved in the custody, control, care, and general welfare of inmates detained in the County Correctional Facilities. Click here for more Information on the Corrections Division.
NOTE: It is this organization’s policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies. Please click here to view policy
Status: Accepting applications

Telecommunicator
Sheriff's Office
(3108F)
Pay Rate: $11.32/hourly
Closes: Open Continuous
This position is responsible for receiving and dispatching 911 emergency calls for the County’s Law Enforcement and Emergency Operations agencies. Qualifying applicants will be required to pass a computerized assessment test. Computer literacy preferred.
Minimum qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of GED and the ability to demonstrate typing skills. 12-Month probationary period, extensive background investigation, medical exam, drug screening and computerized voice stress analysis. Bilingual applicants with ability to translate/interpret English in another language and vice versa are encouraged to apply. Present working schedule: Twelve hour shifts, two on and two off, rotating shifts every 3 months. Hours are from 6:00 – 6:00.
Status: currently accepting applications
Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

Applicants MUST complete and send a Supplemental questionnaire. Supplemental questionnaire may be accessed here.

Status: Accepting applications

Maintenance Worker I-III
County Wide
Pay Range: $9.15 - $16.65/hourly
Closes: Open Continuously
Ability to lift heavy objects; to write and read English and to follow oral instructions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Level I: 8th grade education.   
Level II:  One year experience as Maintenance Worker I is required or equivalent. 
Level III: One year experience as Maintenance Worker II is required.
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or Florida driver license may be required, depending on location of position.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. 

Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

Equipment Operator I-III
County Wide
Pay Range: $10.08 - $20.27/hourly
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications:
Level I: Completion of the eighth (8th) grade, and at least one (1) year of experience in the operation and routine maintenance of moderately heavy trucks or similar equipment. Possession of a valid Florida CDL of a class determined by the division/service center of assignment within 6 months of appointment. 
Level II: Two (2) years related experience.
Level III: Three (3) years related experience.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

Trades Worker I-III
County Wide
Pay Range: $10.58 - $23.30/hourly
Closes: Open Continuously
Minimum Qualifications: 
Level I: 8th Grade plus one (1) year building maintenance and repair experience in any one trade.
Level II: Two (2) years of related experience.
Level III:  Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance and repair with ability to operate at the full journey-man level in any one trade.
 (Applicants applying for Trades Worker positions, please supply copies of certifications, licenses, and complete employment history.)

Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

Clerical Job Opportunities
Pay Range: $8.87-$21.69/hourly
Closes: open continuously

Applicants applying for Clerical positions must complete a County of Volusia application and a supplemental questionnaire for each clerical position for which you are applying. Applicants applying for Clerical positions are required to take and pass the Florida Ready to Work assessment test in order to be considered for employment with the County of Volusia. This test is offered free of charge to our applicants. The test is divided into three (3) timed assessments; Applied Math, Locating Information and Reading for Information. Approximately one (1) hour is allotted for each assessment. In order to pass this test, you must make a score of three (3) or better for each assessment. Applicants will be notified by mail on how to register for testing. You must register at least 24 hours prior to taking the test on the Florida Ready to Work website. Applicants will be notified of the test date, location and time by mail once registration has been confirmed. Free online Courseware is available for registered applicants who wish to enhance their skills prior to taking the test at: www.myfloridareadytowork.com. 

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of G.E.D. Applicants applying for Clerical positions are required to attend and pass an assessment test in order to be considered for employment. Additional requirements may be needed for some positions. The general clerical positions are:
 

• Accounting Clerk
• Accounting Clerk Senior
• Accounting Specialist
• Assessment Records Specialist I
• Assessment Records Specialist II
• Claims Clerk
• Collections Representative
• Elections Specialist I
• Elections Specialist II
• Elections Specialist III
• Landfill Attendant
• Land Development Assistant
• Library Assistant I
• Library Assistant II
• Library Assistant III
• Office Assistant II
• Office Assistant III
• Office Assistant IV
• Permit Technician
• Revenue Specialist
• Senior Staff Assistant
• Social Services Aide
• Staff Assistant I
• Staff Assistant II

Please click here to review the minimum requirements for the clerical positions.

Supplemental questionnaire must be attached to application and may be accessed here.

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