PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48000971 1

Requisition No: 836501 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48000971 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48000971 

Salary:  $48,000 - $55,000 

Posting Closing Date: 09/30/2024 

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Florida Department of Education

Division of Career and Adult Education

Office of Research & Evaluation

 Tallahassee Turlington Building

Program Specialist IV - DOE (CS)

Salary Range: $48,000 - $55,000

****PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY****

Mission of the Division of Career and Adult Education, Office of Research & Evaluation

The Office of Research and Evaluation plays a distinctive role within the Division of Career Technical and Adult Education. Central functions of the unit include the management of data reporting policies and procedures, state and federal accountability reporting, responding to data requests, and sharing public-facing data for research and evaluation projects related to career technical education and adult education programs, students, and outcomes. Our mission is to report data that reflects the hard work of our educational partners and students.

Florida Department of Education, Division of Career and Adult Education

Office Contact

Dr. Brittany C. Ross, 850-245-9005

Job Description

This position is housed in the Florida Department of Education’s Division of Career Technical and Adult Education within the Office of Research and Evaluation. The position functions under the supervision of the Director of Research and Evaluation.  Primary responsibilities include data driven program improvement activities for career technical education (CTE) and adult general education (AGE) programs statewide.  Specifically, the position supports state-administered adult general education, registered apprenticeship, and secondary and postsecondary career and technical education programs.  The position provides critical office support and project management, data analysis, technical assistance and consultative services, and support services to providers which include local educational agencies, correctional/juvenile educational programs, state and local agencies, business and industry, community-based organizations, and other providers. You’ll be emersed in the ins and outs of state administration of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA) and Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (Perkins) which contribute to the economic development of Florida and the self-sufficiency of its citizenry. This is a great opportunity for someone who is highly organized, detailed oriented, can communicate effectively, and loves to use data to tell stories.

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:

• Performs simple and complex Excel calculations and reports for the office, other offices within the department and externally, as needed.
• Queries and utilizes data reports housed by the unit.
• As assigned, participates in or represents the department in meetings, briefings, conferences, etc., to provide technical assistance that will enhance the accomplishment of the Division and Office.
• Manages the creation, production, and maintenance of public facing Division data dashboards.
• Serves as lead staff member responsible for supportive functions related to the Career and Technical Education State Plan under the 2006 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Adult Education State Plan under AEFLA WIOA Title II, Apprenticeship, and other Division functions.  
• Assists in the production of research and evaluation reports and is involved in all phases of the process including design, data collection, analysis, data quality assurance, writing and publication.   
• Evaluates adult and career technical education programs to identify areas of deficiency, points of strength, and performance gaps among sub-populations. 
• Provides shared leadership and technical support to ensure compliance with Federal and State prescribed mandates for implementing State-administered AGE and CTE programs and initiatives with specific focus given to accountability, measurement and research functions for workforce development initiatives and special projects.   
• Coordinates the development of strategies and strengthens linkages with work groups and other personnel to market program information; produce and disseminate program performance report and other pertinent literature/products. 
• Coordinate internally with department accountability, measurement and research sections to measure, analyze, and report outcomes of state and federally funded adult education programs. 
• Be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions.   
• Interact courteously with others with behavior that demonstrates consideration of workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit.  
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• Attendance is an essential function of this position. 

Who We’re Looking For

If you are looking for a new career opportunity that is in a diverse working environment that provides excellent advancement opportunities, professional growth, and great responsibility, the Office of Research & Evaluation is seeking motivated individuals to join our amazing team that exhibits the following qualities: Joyful, Team Player, Effective Communicator, Goals and Achievement Driven, Adaptable, Detail Oriented, Dependable, Self-motivated and strong desire to learn.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of accounting records

Ability to create ad hoc financial reports

Ability to understand and apply Florida Statutes and FDOE rules and policies

Knowledge of internal control concepts

Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data

Ability to solve problems

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:

Three years of relevant work experience, and intermediate level Excel skills. 

Preferred Qualifications

Five years of relevant work experience, and expert level Excel skills. 

Educational Substitutions

SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in Education or;
• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

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
  • 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!

*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

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: (CS)

• • 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 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.

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.