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MyFlorida PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48001618 in TALLAHASSEE, Florida
PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48001618
Date: May 9, 2024
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399
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Requisition No: 828873
Agency: Department of Education
Working Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48001618
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 48001618
Salary: $48,140.52 to $57,768.62
Posting Closing Date: 05/23/2024
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Florida Department of Education
Division of Public Schools
Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services
Location: Tallahassee, Turlington Building
Program Specialist IV – Career Service
Position Number: 48001618
Salary Range: $48,140.52 – $57,768.62
Anticipated Vacancy
Mission of the Bureau
The Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Service administers programs for students with disabilities. Additionally, the bureau coordinates student services throughout the state and participates in multiple inter-agency efforts designed to strengthen the quality and variety of services available to students with special needs.”
“The mission of exceptional student education in Florida, a committed alliance for the development of the unique gifts of each exceptional person, is to ensure the achievement of each and every individual's extraordinary purpose by expanding opportunities through collaboration of families, professionals, and communities who guarantee the highest expectations and individual success.”
Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services Web Page (https://www.fldoe.org/academics/exceptional-student-edu/)
Office Contact
Chelsea Strickland, 850-245-0475
Job Description
This position is assigned to the Program Accountability, Assessment and Data Systems (PAADS) unit of the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services (BEESS), to assist with the management of grant processes for IDEA B grant funding. The employee’s time and effort are assigned to a dedicated function as is indicated on the monthly payroll. Attendance at work is an essential job function. This position is expected to perform these duties with a minimum of direct supervision.
Duties and 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:
Works directly with Bureau leadership, staff, and other FDOE Departments to ensure timely and accurate collection and dissemination of funding information.
Leads the discretionary project team activities and staff related to discretionary project administration and management.
Leads the entitlement project team activities and staff related to entitlement grants administration and management.
Develops and prepares timely trackers, reports, and publications for dissemination and ensures their accuracy.
Supports FDOE leadership through technical assistance, interpreting policies and procedures, and assisting in implementing goals and objectives.
Aids state and district staff, fiscal agencies, and other project/grant administration stakeholders.
Coordinates the activities of staff working on discretionary projects/entitlement grants administration.
Develops, disseminates, and processes IDEA grant application forms and instructions to school districts and eligible applicants.
Provides technical assistance to Bureau staff, school districts, and other funded entities related to project/grant administration and management.
Works as a team member to accurately, timely, and efficiently complete special education annual federal data reports and the Annual Performance Report.
Collaborates with Department and Bureau staff and other resource persons to ensure that responses to inquiries are made promptly and efficiently.
Develops and prepares accurate and timely publications for dissemination to Department and Bureau staff, district personnel, and other interested parties.
Collaborates with Department employees, district personnel, and others.
Trains new BEESS employees on the grant application process and internal procedures.
Provides technical assistance to the bureau, districts, and Project Managers on Entitlements and Discretionary grant applications and the amendment process.
Works with a team to review all Entitlement and Discretionary Projects grant applications.
Serves as one of the leads to support the development of the BEESS grant application website.
Will assist other sections as related to their expertise.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Who We’re Looking For
This employee must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The employee must interact courteously with others. The employee’s performance and behavior must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect the productivity and morale of the unit. Attendance is an essential function of this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:
Requires knowledge of federal funding for special education, grants management, and data reporting requirements.
Must be skilled in Request For Applications development, data collection and reporting.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with multiple stakeholders
Four years direct experience working with students with disabilities
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who have excellent writing skills.
Educational Substitutions
A bachelor’s degree in Education from an accredited college or university can replace four years direct experience working with students with disabilities.
APPLICATION INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS
Work History (entered with the most recent/current listed first:
Any and all State of Florida jobs
Any and all Florida University jobs
All periods of employment
Periods of unemployment
Gaps 3 months or more*
Education
Volunteer Experience
Include supervisor names and phone numbers including current place of employment.
- 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.
Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.
It isunacceptableto use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will convert to your official application.
If claiming Veteran’s Preference (https://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/130394/809960/2017-004AdministrationofVeterans) , candidate MUST attach supporting documentation (DD214).
If claiming Right to First Interview (https://www.flrules.org/gateway/ruleno.asp?id=60L-33.004&Section=0) , candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions.
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287
WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!
- State Group Insurance coverage options+
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( www.myfrs.com )
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)
Ongoing comprehensive training provided
Career Growth
Highly skilled, professional environment
Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
- 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:
+ + 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 required verifications. No applicant for a designated position will be employed 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, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications.
Selective Services System (SSS)
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. For more information, please visit the Social Security website (http://www.sss.gov/) .
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.
Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee