PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003245 1 1

Requisition No: 852622 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003245 1 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48003245 

Salary:  $54,000 - $58,000 

Posting Closing Date: 06/05/2025 

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Florida Department of Education

Division of Career and Adult Education

Bureau of Standards, Benchmarks and Frameworks

Location: Tallahassee Turlington Building

Position Title: Program Specialist IV - (CS)

Salary Range: $54,000 - $58,000

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

CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY

This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies up to six months.

APPLICATION 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 or more must be accounted for*
  • Any Education
  • Any Volunteer Experience
  • Your resume and application must match
• *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.
• 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 supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact 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.

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.

OFFICE CONTACT:

Bruce Harrington 850-245-0949

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The position involves highly responsible work related to the State’s implementation of the federal Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 as amended by the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (referred to as Perkin’s V) and subsequent iterations of the Act. Additionally, the position focus includes other state and federal initiatives related to Career and Technical Education as assigned.

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:

Specific Duties:

• The 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 productivity and morale of the unit.
• Attendance is an essential function of this position.

State Plan Implementation

• Responsible for the implementation of Perkins State Plan, evaluation of programs, services and activities to carry out under the Perkins Act.
• Implementation of policies related to Perkins-defined Programs of Study
• Support ongoing stakeholder engagement with entities both internal and externa to the FDOE 
• Provides support and assistance to local agencies during their local Comprehensive Local Needs Assessments 
• Reviews state plan to ensure that state is following strategies outlined in the plan and meeting requirements. 
• Makes recommendations for plan updates/ amendments. 
• Updates state plan as necessary.  
   

Consolidated Annual Report Submission 

• Assists with the spring required updates to include but not limited to revisions to the State Plan and submission of budget. 
• Assists with the end of year required report to include but not limited to state performance and enrollment information, narrative questions and fiscal information 
   

Performance Accountability to include Program Improvement Plans 

• Assists with Perkins Grant recipients that are considered “high-risk” agencies as determined by their performance on specified accountability measures to improve performance on identified measures, to include required program improvement plans. 
• Analyzes data as it relates to the Perkins Act and makes recommendations for strategies to improve statewide performance and outreach to grant recipients. 
   

RFA Application Production and Implementation:  

• Assists with the annual production of Perkins applications, implementation guide, and review of the programmatic sections of the applications (for example, programs of study and comprehensive local needs assessment sections). 
• Annual review of local agency applications of the program narrative section for the Perkins entitlement grant. 
   

Technical Assistance 

• Responsible for providing technical assistance to local recipients for programs, services and activities related to Career and Technical Education. 
• Assists in the coordination and development of workshops and webinars designed for local recipients of the Perkins Grant centered on grant-related topics. 
• Works with local recipients of the Perkins Grant and Division of Career and Adult Education staff to develop a “Best Practices” program for grant recipients. 
• Utilizes available data from the Department of Education (DOE) and other appropriate services to provide technical assistance for career and technical education programs. 
• Collaborates and assists Division leadership in planning statewide and regional workshops/meetings to promote career and technical education. 
• Assists with the development of appropriate online training modules and other resources to provide technical assistance and disseminate information. 
• Assists with the development and updating of the DCAE website as it relates to all program aspects of Perkins V (e.g., equity and access, educator resources, Perkins V state plan, CLNA) 
• Consults with the quality assurance team in the monitoring and compliance process for Perkins V agencies. 
   

Other 

• Participates in regular webinars/conference calls with the Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education at the U.S. Department of Education 
• Monitors federal legislation as well as legislation in other states as it relates to career and technical education. 
• Actively participates with interdepartmental and interdivisional workgroups on Perkins-related activities. 
• Acts as the liaison between the Division and various external organizations in relation to career and technical education and Perkins implementation 
• Represents the Bureau at relevant state and national conferences, and stakeholder meetings. 
• Position may require serving as a grant or contract manager and will require formal grant training provided by the Department.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

The capacity to perform well under pressure and maintain a clear, goal-oriented approach is essential in this role. We’re looking for a candidate who can remain focused and productive while managing tight deadlines and shifting priorities. Professionalism and courtesy in daily interactions contribute to a respectful and collaborative work environment, especially during periods of high workload. Demonstrating awareness of team dynamics and supporting a positive, productive atmosphere is important. Consistent and reliable attendance is also a key component of sustained contribution and engagement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication.

Ability to travel (list estimated amount of travel for the year)

Ability to manage multiple competing tasks in a timely manner

Experience with public speaking

Four years’ experience working in an education policy setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferences will be given to applicants who have advanced Excel skills.

EDUCATIONAL SUBSITITUIONS:

SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University

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:

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

Florida Department of Education

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

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

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, 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.

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, 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.

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

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.