PARI-MUTUEL OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

PARI-MUTUEL OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Date: Oct 17, 2024

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Requisition No: 839512

Agency: Florida Gaming Control Commission

Working Title: PARI-MUTUEL OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 41500139

Salary: $34,398.00 – $40,950.00

Posting Closing Date: 10/20/2024

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FLORIDA GAMING CONTROL COMMISSION

Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering

Class Title: Pari-Mutuel Operations Specialist

Hiring Salary: $34,398.00 – $40,950.00

Position Number: 41500139

INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY

You must be employed by the Florida Gaming Control Commission to be considered for this position.

Overview:

The Florida Gaming Control Commission (“FGCC”) is a five-member commission appointed by the Governor. The FGCC is charged with investigating and enforcing Florida pari-mutuel and gaming statutes and rules.

The FGCC’s Office of Pari-Mutuel Wagering, Office of Operations, is searching for a dynamic Pari-Mutuel Operations Specialist.

Position Responsibilities:

This position enhances administrative efficiency, productivity, and operational effectiveness of the Commission by combining specific responsibilities requiring complementary knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience while working in the State Licensing Office and assisting with administrative functions in the state detention barn under the direction of the Pari-Mutuel Operations Southern Region Manager in support to the FGCC’s Office of PMW Operations as follows:

Incumbent assists the FGCC’s PMW Operations licensing section with processing of occupational license applications, fingerprinting applicants using electronic fingerprinting equipment; processes license transfers, upgrades, and renewals to qualified applicants through utilization of the state’s licensing system in accordance with current policies and procedures as assigned and establishes positive working relationships with the PMW Operations personnel and facility employees.

Provides exceptional customer service to the facility, licensing applicants, and to the public. Observes, records, and reports all possible violations, complaints and incidents, and responds to complaints and inquiries lodged by racing/gaming patrons, licensees, and others in a timely and courteous manner.

Incumbent assists the Florida Gaming Control Commission’s Veterinarian Manager and the Detention Barn Supervisor in coordinating the functions of the state test/detention barn over the course of each authorized pari-mutuel racing performance. This position is responsible for assisting with documenting activities related to the collection, marking, preparation, custody and shipment of urine and blood samples collected from horses participating in pari-mutuel racing at Gulfstream Park pursuant to Florida Chapter 550 F.S., Section 75, F.A.C; the Horse Racing Safety and Integrity Authority’s ADMC Program and associated testing and training protocols as administered by the Horseracing Integrity and Welfare Unit subject to applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

Incumbent assists with placing timely orders for supplies and equipment to ensure efficient Detention Barn operations.

Incumbent assists with timely shipping of urine and blood samples to the Horseracing Integrity and Welfare Unit designated testing laboratory.

Incumbent appropriately responds to unscheduled assignments and or reassignments as requested and meets deadlines within a set timeframe. Incumbent completes all other duties and responsibilities that are reasonably assigned by the employer or its designated representative.

Incumbent adheres to the FGCC’s mission, vision and values, complies with all policies and procedures of the Office of PMW Operations and completes all training as required by their assigned supervisor.

This position is a career service position.

Note :This position requires the incumbent to be available to work three scheduled weekdays and all Saturdays and Sundays, except state observed holidays.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of and ability to understand and apply applicable Florida Statutes, rules, policies, and procedures relating to the pari-mutuel industry.

Ability to collect, record, and verify data relating to the pari-mutuel industry.

Ability to use available technology to perform duties including computer software, hardware, and data systems.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability to work as a team to achieve results.

Ability to adapt to a changing environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma, or its equivalent.

Applicants must complete all fields in the Candidate Profile. Work history with month and year, hours worked, and formal education are required to qualify for this position.

Responses to Qualifying questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile. Resumes and other documentation can be attached to provide additional information.

Preferred Qualifications:

Verifiable experience and/or training or a combination of education and experience in the Florida regulated thoroughbred industry or issuing occupational licenses.

Verifiable experience applying Florida Statutes, rules, policies, and procedures.

Verifiable experience in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Versa, OnBase, and The Horseracing Integrity and Welfare Unit Post Race Sample Collection Data Base.

Where you will work:

This position is located in Hallandale Beach, Florida.

Contact : Dennis.Miller@Flgaming.gov

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The state offers a comprehensive compensation package for employees that features a highly competitive set of benefits including:

Low premium health, dental, vision, life, and supplemental coverage options!

Paid personal time that includes annual leave, sick leave, nine paid holidays, and one personal holiday!

Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and more!

Family planning support that includes adoption benefits and paid/unpaid leave options for family and medical responsibilities!

Retirement plans that include employer contributions (For more information, visit www.myfrs.com)!

Deferred compensation plans!

FREE basic life insurance plus additional options for you, your spouse, and children!

Flexible Spending Accounts!

Tuition waivers!

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

The Florida Gaming Control Commission has employment restrictions for all commission employees referenced in sections 16.713 and 16.715, Florida Statutes.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and/or State Issued Photo Identification in order to conduct this background check.

Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online. All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement. If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.

Special Reminders:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will 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.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

The Florida Gaming Control Commission is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.

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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

HALLANDALE BEACH, FL, US, 33009

Nearest Major Market:Fort Lauderdale

Nearest Secondary Market:Miami