EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR-DOE - 48000938

Requisition No: 828875 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR-DOE - 48000938

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 48000938 

Salary:  $58,509.65 to $73,819.92 

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 Director – SES

Position Number: 48000938

Salary Range: $58,509.65-$73,819.92

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

Office Contact

Chelsea Strickland, 850-245-0475

Job Description

This position is assigned to the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services to provide information and technical support related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to families and other stakeholders.

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:

State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report

• Assists with activities related to State Complaints and Due Process  Indicators
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding and knowledge of the indicator measurement, related data, improvement activities, and the SPP/APR planning calendar
• In the context of team activities, assists in the review of indicator data to evaluate progress and slippage and design and evaluate improvement activities
• Collaborates with other Indicator team members in the preparation of required sections of the SPP/APR in accordance with the established calendar
• Participates in national calls related to the respective indicators

General Support

• Provides information, technical assistance and support related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), to families and other stakeholders by responding to Corr flow, electronic mail messages, and phone communication
• Assists in directing, coordinating, and administering all aspects of subsection activities relating to student outcomes and program development for students with disabilities served by Florida school districts in regard to: 
• Collection and dissemination of essential information;
• Analyses of policies and procedures to aid in policy formulation and administrative decision-making;
• Assistance to school districts and agencies in the planning, development, and evaluation of programs for the improvement of instruction;
• Technical assistance to school and district-level staff, and instructional personnel regarding instructional materials, curriculum planning,  and transitional programs for students with disabilities;
• Review, analysis, and interpretation of student data regarding the implication of improving student performance, and;
• Consultant services for parents and lay groups.
• Assists in directing and coordinating sub section staff assigned to Bureau’s ESE assistance monitoring function, data preparation and collaborates with other Bureau staff to ensure a coordinated effort across sections.
• Coordinates the operation of the Bureau’s General Supervisions website and the Project Tracking System.
• Collaborates with other personnel in the Division of Public Schools and the Department in relation to services for students with disabilities
• Encourages and fosters inter- and intra-agency relationships to ensure collaborative planning for and implementation of services at all levels for exceptional students.
• Supervises, directs, and participates in functions necessary for subsection participation in Bureau, Division, and Department activities.
• Coordinates activities of  BEESS discretionary projects including preparation of RFAS, review of applications, audits from DFS, and documentation for payments by the Bureau of the Comptroller
• Coordinates enhancements to the Online Grants Application System. 
• Plans and coordinates statewide, meetings, training, and workshops
• Assists in program reviews for compliance with state and federal regulations, as needed
• Coordinates the activities of various task forces in regard to issues and topics on the education of students with disabilities; presents issues and areas of concern to the State Advisory Committee; and advises Bureau administrators of possible issues affecting the statewide system of personnel development.

Staff Supervision:

• Supervises and evaluates the work of program specialists and support staff
• Develops plans for unit with employees and other appropriate staff
• Performs appraisals of employees including establishment of standards and responsibilities and meets regularly with employees to ensure accomplishment of standards
• Trains employees in methods of effectively and efficiently carrying out duties and responsibilities

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 of educational programs and services for students with disabilities, and related federal and state exceptional student education regulations and laws; and
• The ability to: Utilize problem-solving techniques; Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; Supervise people; Prioritize workload; Develop various reports and formulate policies and procedures; Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Plan, organize, and direct program activities.

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 is unacceptable to 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, candidate MUST attach supporting documentation (DD214).
• If claiming Right to First Interview, 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!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

LEAVE INFORMATION:

• • Annual Leave - 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 - Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions shall be credited with 104 hours of sick leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of initial appointment.

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.

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.