PROGRAM SPECIALIST II-DOE - 48003679 1 1

Requisition No: 841749 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST II-DOE - 48003679 1 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48003679 

Salary:  $33,760.00 

Posting Closing Date: 12/06/2024 

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• Florida Department of Education

  Division of Public Schools

  Bureau of Education Practices Commission

  Location: Tallahassee Turlington Building

  Program Specialist II

  Salary Range: $33,760.00-$91,750.28

   

  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 this 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 students within one seamless, efficient system, by allowing them the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills through learning opportunities and research valued by 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:

• Higher Student Achievement
• Seamless Articulation and Maximum Access
• Skilled Workforce and Economic Development
• Quality Services

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  Florida Department of Education (Link to office page or agency website)

   

  Office Contact

  Devante Taylor, 850-245-0455

   

  Job Description

  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 unity. Attendance is an essential function.

• The PSII position plays a key role in preparing case files for hearing and preparing Final Orders once hearings are concluded.  The PSII position also completes the following tasks at hearings: serves as the time keeper for each hearing, assist commission members with travel documents and travel questions, handles all problems that arise during hearings, Liaison with security and court reporter, assist with set up and break down of the hearing materials, assist with trainings that occur at every hearing cycle, provides a presentation at each business meeting that provide office updates and assist commission member as needed. These responsibilities are necessary to the functions of the EPC. Reviews all EPC Orders and all transcripts for accuracy and submits post-hearing reports about timeliness and errors.
• Liaisons with EPC's Legal Counsel, paralegal and court reporting agencies to ensure accuracy and timeliness of Final Orders and transcripts.
• Prepares agendas for hearing in ICMS.
• Trains all staff on proper use of EPC's paperless system.
• Tracks data and submits reports as scheduled.
• Prepares and electronically distributes supplemental hearing materials as required.
• Reviews, tabs, organizes and prepares all case materials, mitigation and other documents for hearing and distributes to members and partners electronically in advance of hearing and based on established timelines. Files and monitors formal hearing cases through the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) as needed.
• Oversees the work routine of the Secretary Specialist and provides guidance, support and training as needed.
• Assigns and tracks deadlines for case closeouts and paperless file updates through DOAH, NASDTEC, ICMS and EPC.
• Attends EPC hearings/meetings as required.

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  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  Ability to use a personal computer. 

  Knowledge of DMS and DOE personnel policies and procedures. 

  Knowledge of the People First System.  Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

  Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments

  Ability to produce accurate and timely information under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-oriented behavior and performance expectations

  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others         

  Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

   

  Minimum Qualifications:

• Two to four years of professional experience working in human resources
• Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication.

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  Preferred Qualifications

  Preferences will be given to applicants who have experience submitting Personnel Action Requests (PARS) in the People First system and working knowledge of State and Federal legislation regarding Human resources.

   

  Educational Substitutions

  SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements

• An Associates or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in Education in Human Resources

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  APPLICATION INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS

  Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety. Your packet may be held up at the final review step if you are missing the below items:

• 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 from high school graduation
  • 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.

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  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+ (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)	* 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 - 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.

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  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 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.

                 

  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  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 Selective Service 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.

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.