ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST

ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST - 48007091 Date: Jul 29, 2026 Salary: $64,000.00 TO $67,200.00 Annually Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired Position Title: Orientation & Mobility Specialist (CS) Salary Range: $64,000.00 to $67,200.00 Annually CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies up to six months. APPLICATION INFORMATION & HIRING REQUIREMENTS Your Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety. Work History (in easy to review chronological order) Consists of: Any position held by a State of Florida Agency Any position held by a Florida University All periods of employment from high school graduation All periods of current or prior unemployment Gaps 3 months or more must be accounted for* Any Education Any Volunteer Experience Your resume and application must match Gaps 3 months or more must be addressed – you will need to account for and explain any gaps in employment including unemployment. You can either list these in your application under Period of Employment or attach a word document listing your gaps. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will be converted to your official application. Include supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact information for your Human Resources office to verify current or former employment. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. HIRING INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews every application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history in the People First system. If claiming Veteran’s Preference , the candidate MUST attach supporting documentation such as the DD214 and your VA Letter that reflects level of disability if applicable. Applicable to career service positions only. If claiming Right to First Interview , the candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. Applicable to career service positions only. If you are missing any of the items above, your packet may be held up at the final review step. Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process. OFFICE CONTACT Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io JOB DESCRIPTION This position is located at the Career, Technology, & Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC) in Daytona Beach. This position is responsible for developing policies, procedures, and techniques and is responsible for monitoring standards for the Orientation & Mobility program to provide proper rehabilitation therapy for statewide referrals. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: The omission of specific job duties does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.) The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has an open position that is responsible for executing the following functions: Providedirect instruction in techniques of Orientation & Mobility such as orientation to unfamiliar areas, pre-cane skills, concept development, use of the long cane, use of public transportation and route planning that meet individual needs, and skills and physical limitations of each student. Assist students in developing and/or improving the work characteristics and skills needed for competitive employment or to function independently in a home and/or work environment. Developprograms and curricula as needed to support the goal of employment. Monitorand evaluatethe plans and programs to assure the effectiveness of individualized training and to meet changing needs of the clients’ overall objectives. Assessthe referred client’s use of residual vision and impact of any secondary disabilities on performance. Developlesson plans that reflect the daily objectives needed to meet the established goals. Workwith clients to select a program in which mutually established goals are met. Maintainrecords of goals, participation and progress on each student, andrelaythis information as needed in written and/or oral reports or in staffings with the referring counselor from the area of the state where the client lives. Providemaintenance on equipment and ordersupplies; keepinventory in good repair and makepurchases as necessary. Actas a liaison and provides assistance in all areas for overall program coordination. Attendworkshops and conferences for professional growth; participatein public education as needed and serveas a resource person for staff, students and the public. Assistwith student facility/department needs as required; acquire new skills as needed to meet program changes. Recommendancillary services such as audiology, low vision, and physical therapy that would enhance thestudent’s program. If requested willassist in training volunteers or supervising interns assigned to the Center. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Ability to communicate effectively; both verbally and in writing. Ability to read and follow policies, procedures and/or other instructions. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to maintain certification in Orientation & Mobility (O&M). WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR The ideal incumbent must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The incumbent must interact courteously with others. The performance and behavior of all employees must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Attendance is an essential function. OTHER MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES Performs other duties as requested. Some travel is required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Three (3) to Five (5) years of professional and relevant experience in a public vocational rehabilitation program. Certification in Orientation and Mobility (O&M) or are eligible to become a Certified O&M Instructor. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university. An ability to establish and maintain education and experience requirements to ensure an understanding of the evolving labor force and the needs of individuals with disabilities. Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTIONS SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study reasonably related to vocational rehabilitation. DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT The Division of Blind Services ensure blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support and opportunities to achieve success. In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities. The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible. The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services. District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC), and the Braille and Talking Books Library. The Division of Blind Servies has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians. Working for the State of Florida has Benefits *State Group Insurance coverage options+ (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option) *Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( ) *Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year *Annual and Sick Leave Benefits *Student Loan Forgiveness Program(Eligibility required) *Flexible Spending Accounts *Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) *Highly skilled, professional environment * We care about the success of our employees. * We care about the success of our clients. * We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer’s experiences and ourselves. * A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees. LEAVE INFORMATION (CAREER SERVICE) Annual Leave - All full-time Career Service employees filling established positions earn annual leave in varying increments dependent upon years of creditable service. Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month. Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions are credited with 176 hours of annual leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of the initial appointment. Sick Leave - Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month. BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct the required verifications. No applicant for a designated position will be employed, contracted or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, finger printing for all purposes and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records check through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and local criminal records checks through local law enforcement. SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM (SSS) AND REQUIREMENT Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. Please note that this position requires an on-site schedule. Telework is not available for this role. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. The State of Florida is an EEO employer. 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 clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32114 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32117 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32118 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32120 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32124 SOUTH DAYTONA, FL, US, 32119 #J-18808-Ljbffr