BUSINESS SPECIALIST C - 48000166

Requisition No: 887567 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: BUSINESS SPECIALIST C - 48000166

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48000166 

Salary:  $45,060.12 - $51,819.14 

Posting Closing Date: 12/18/2026 

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Florida Department of Education

Division of Finance and Operations

Bureau of General Services

Location: Tallahassee, Florida

Position Title: Business Specialist C (CS)

Salary Range: $45,060.11 - $51,819.14

SALARY IS BASED ON CANDIDATE’S EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

OFFICE CONTACT:

Susan Morrison, 850-245-5121

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position performs advanced level work under the limited supervision of the Operations & Management Consultant Manager in the Bureau of General Services, Division of Finance & Operations. Position is responsible for maintaining, analyzing, and reconciling property items purchased by the Department of Education’s tangible personal property records, including property purchased through the Chapter 1- Migrant Education Program.  Duties are performed in accordance with Chapter 273, Florida Statutes, the Auditor General’s Rules, Chapter 10.300 – State-Owned Tangible Personal Property; and established property control procedures within the Florida Planning, Accounting, and Ledger Management (PALM) System

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:

• Implements, monitors, and maintains internal controls and procedures to ensure the accuracy, accountability, and integrity of inventory and property records.

• Analyzes and processes property transactions, including acquisitions, transfers, surplus dispositions, donations, trade-ins, scrap actions, and other adjustments. Assigns property tag numbers, records asset information, and maintains supporting documentation within applicable financial and property management systems.

• Reviews and analyzes Operating Capital Outlay (OCO) expenditures to determine capitalization requirements, calculate unit costs, and ensure proper asset classification and recording.

• Maintains and reconciles property records, pending transaction files, and related subsidiary records to ensure all property transactions are accurately recorded and cleared in a timely manner.

• Conducts annual physical inventories and reconciles inventory results with property records, researching and resolving discrepancies as needed.

• Monitors compliance with departmental property management policies and state regulations, including maintaining custodian and delegate records and supporting agency-wide property accountability efforts.

• Verifies that depreciation calculations are completed for applicable fixed assets and ensures the accuracy of asset records associated with transfers, surplus actions, and disposals.

• Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of automated property tracking and barcode inventory systems to improve accountability and operational efficiency.
• Provides technical assistance and training to Property Custodians, Custodian Delegates, and Delegated Coordinators regarding property management requirements, inventory procedures, and regulatory compliance.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Licensure/Registration/Certification/Experience or Education:

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of property management, inventory control, fixed asset accounting, and records management.
• Knowledge of applicable State of Florida policies, procedures, and regulations governing property accountability.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and procedures related to capital assets, depreciation, acquisitions, transfers, and disposals.
• Knowledge of financial and property management information systems, including FLAIR, PALM, and automated inventory tracking systems.
• Ability to analyze, reconcile, and maintain complex property and inventory records with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, conduct research, evaluate alternatives, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate annual physical inventories and other property management activities.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports, correspondence, and property-related documentation.
• Ability to provide training, technical assistance, and guidance to property custodians, delegated coordinators, and other staff regarding property management requirements and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management, vendors, auditors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, for data analysis, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Ability to establish and maintain controls and procedures pertaining to property record keeping.
• Ability to produce accurate and timely information under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-oriented behavior and performance expectations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferences will be given to:

• Applicants who meet both professional and educational experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Travel is required (up to 25% of the time) to perform assigned duties.

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MISSION STATEMENT

Every day the Department of Education works hand in hand with parents, teachers, educators, and community members to improve Florida’s education system for students of all backgrounds and abilities. Our site reflects the cooperative relationship and the role that so many Floridians play in ensuring student success.

The FDOE’s mission for Florida’s Early Learning-20 education system is to increase the proficiency of all student within one seamless, efficient system, by allowing them the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills through learning opportunities and research valued students, parents, and communities.

Serving approximately 3 million students, 4,400 public schools, 28 colleges, 200,000 instructional staff, 46,000 college professors and administrators, and 340,000 full-time staff throughout the state, FDOE enhances programs and services for Florida’s students from early learning through college and career development. In addition, FDOE manages programs that assist individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or disabled succeed either in school settings or careers – encouraging independence and self-sufficiency.

FDOE’s goal is to hire individuals to provide:

1. Higher Student Achievement
2. Seamless Articulation and Maximum Access
3. Skilled Workforce and Economic Development
4. Quality Services

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WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

• State Group Insurance coverage options+ 
• Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)
• Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)
• Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Ongoing comprehensive training provided
• Career Growth
• Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits
• Highly skilled, professional environment

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

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*We care about the success of our clients.

*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.
• 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, 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 purpose and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records checks 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 (CS), 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 Selective Service website.

SPECIAL NOTE

Please note that this position requires an on-site schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Telework is not available for this role.

APPLICANT INFORMATION & HIRING REQUIREMENTS

Application Information:

• 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 of more must be accounted for*
  • Any Education
  • Any Volunteer Experience
  • Your resume and application must match
• *Gaps 3 months of 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 your supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contract 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 and 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.
• Equal Opportunity
• The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority in advance. 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. Successful applicants will be screen in accordance with Chapter 435, F.S., as applicable.

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.

If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287

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 clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.