PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003328
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399
Requisition No: 822725
Agency: Department of Education
Working Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003328
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 48003328
Salary: $48,140.52-$57,768.60
Posting Closing Date: 05/20/2024
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Florida Department of Education
Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services
Location: Tallahassee Turlington Building
Program Specialist IV – Career Service
Salary Range: $48,140.52 – $57,768.60
CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY.
Mission of the Bureau
The Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services 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 eligible students with disabilities.
Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services Web Page
This position is assigned to the Bureau Resource and Information Center (BRIC) to design and produce Bureau and project products. The position also provides technical assistance to project and Bureau personnel on the development of effective publications, and uses desktop publishing capabilities to produce public awareness, professional development, parent, presentation, and other materials for a variety of audiences. Employee’s time and effort is assigned to a dedicated function as is indicated on the monthly payroll. Attendance at work is an essential job function.
If you are looking for a new career opportunity in a diverse working environment that provides excellent advancement opportunities, professional growth, and the opportunity to acquire professional certifications, the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services is seeking motivated individuals to join our amazing team that exhibits the following qualities: Team Player, Effective Communicator, Goals and Achievement Oriented, Adaptable, Dependable, Self-motivated.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provides editorial support and technical assistance to Bureau and project staff in developing effective publications related to exceptional student education and other special programs.
- Proofreads, edits, rewrites, and revises publications
- Ensures that products are consistent with FDOE and Bureau policy
- Formats material in an attractive, easy-to-read, and accessible style
2. Provides layout and publishing support to Bureau and project staff in developing effective publications for statewide dissemination.
- Provides oversight, support, and leadership to ensure that published materials are attractive, accurate, and reader-friendly
- Lays out and designs materials using professional publication software
3. Participates as active member of SPP/APR Indicator/strategic planning team.
4. Maintains and updates the Bureau style guide and trains Bureau staff to understand and follow it.
- Will assist other sections as related to their expertise.
- Maintains and updates 1B Florida Statutes and Rules and ensure that it is as current as possible in an electronic format
7. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Office Contact
Christina Whitfield, 850-245-0475
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:
- Knowledge of laws, rules, policies and procedures relating to educational programs for students with intellectual disabilities and traumatic brain injury.
- Knowledge of the techniques for planning, implementing or evaluating educational programs.
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to deal effectively with a variety of people.
WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!
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* State Group Insurance coverage options+ |
* Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com) |
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* Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year |
* Annual and Sick Leave Benefits |
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* Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required) |
* Flexible Spending Accounts |
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* Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) |
* Ongoing comprehensive training provided |
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* Career Growth |
* 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 employees. |
* We care about the success of our clients. |
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* We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer’s experiences and ourselves. |
* A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees. |
Additional Benefits Information
- State of Florida Retirement package – 3% employee contribution required
- Health Insurance for Individual or Family Coverage – Employee pays (Individual $8.34/month or Family $30.00/month)
- Life Insurance – State pays 100% of premium
- Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, etc.
- Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available
- Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction
LEAVE INFORMATION:
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- Annual Leave - Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions are be credited with 176 hours of annual leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of 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.
Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety.
- Include supervisor names and phone numbers of all periods of employment.
- Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Gaps of employment 3 months or more MUST be addressed on application.
- 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.
- Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first.
- If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidate MUST attach supporting documentation (DD214).
- If claiming Right to Interview, candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.
- 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
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. 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.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee