PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003563

Requisition No: 842354 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003563

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48003563 

Salary:  $49,584.67 to $59,501.60 

Posting Closing Date: 01/13/2025 

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Our Organization and Mission:

The Bureau of School Improvement (BSI) under the K-12 Division of Public Schools serves schools identified by the United States Department of Education (USED) and the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) as needing technical and programmatic support to achieve academic standards.

We here in BSI serve districts and schools as collaborative partners to support continuous improvement and improved outcomes for all students by:

• • Providing monitoring and support to low performing schools.
  • Building positive relationships, effective communication, and a growth mindset among all stakeholders.
  • Supporting an equitable learning environment focused on improving student outcomes and closing the achievement gap.
  • Coaching for standards-aligned learning and evidence-based interventions.
  • Utilizing various data for purposeful planning and problem solving.

The Bureau of School Improvement (BSI) oversees the support for Comprehensive Support & Improvement (CS&I) graded and ungraded schools. BSI’s mission is to serve as a partner in supporting improved outcomes for all students through strategic problem solving, capacity building, and the implementation of sustainable systems in three essential areas:

• Transformational Leadership;
• Standards-based Planning, Instruction, and Learning; and
• Positive Culture and Environment.

Our agency is looking to recruit employees with…

You can find out more on our website at Bureau of School Improvement (fldoe.org).

The Work You Will Do:

Program Specialist IV acts as a grant specialist role in the Bureau of School Improvement under the K-12 Public School Division.

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: The employee acquires and maintains a deep understanding of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), and of state and federal statutes, rules, guidelines, and requirements related to the administration of programs and services in the Bureau of School Improvement (BSI). Assists with the creation of reports and special projects for department leadership, legislative staff, and the public; and provides technical assistance to stakeholders related to the policies and programs of, and services provided by BSI and the regional teams.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

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• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!”

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

Pay:

$49,584.67 to $59,501.60

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Program Specialist IV responsibilities include:

• Acquiring and maintaining a working knowledge of FDOE contracts and grants procedures, communicating them orally and in writing to ensure common understanding among the BSI team;
• Managing School Improvement grant processes and responding to questions regarding expenditures and facilitating amendments if needed; monitoring the fiscal agent and contractors to ensure fidelity of implementation and that deliverables are met;
• Managing the Unfied School Improvement Grant (UniSIG) and Turnaround School Supplemental Services Allocation (TSSSA) award processes, including providing training and technical assistance to district applicants and reviewers through workshops, webinars, guidance materials, emails and FAQs; writing and disseminating all associated communications; ensuring all phases of the competition run smoothly and result in an awarded cohort within the necessary timeframe;
• Managing the implementation of UniSIG and TSSSA after awards are granted, including communication with grantees and technical support regarding timelines, requirements and deliverables; reviewing and approving or requesting revisions to deliverables; ensuring all steps involved in the annual renewal and planning process for grantees are completed and recorded by the stated deadlines; facilitating amendments, annual closeouts and carryover requests;
• Maintaining a working knowledge of statutes, rules, regulations, non-regulatory guidelines, technical assistance papers and reports, USED program directives, state board rules, and other requirements related to the administration of School Improvement grants; ensuring all related materials and communications produced by BSI are aligned to federal and state policy and guidance;
• Providing data and reports as needed for FDOE leadership, external evaluators, state and federal auditors;
• Managing the implementation of the National Blue Ribbon Schools program through oversight of the nomination process and communication with the US Department of Education to meet federal requirements and timelines;
• Assists with monitoring procedures consistent with the requirements of federal law, regulations and state statutes; and
• Participating in team meetings, retreats, conference calls; and attending related local, state and national conferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of State Board of Education rules, school improvement policies, Next Generation Sunshine/Common Core State Standards, and other state-mandated initiatives. Ability to communicate clearly and disseminate consistent, accurate, and timely information and legislation.

Qualifications:

Minimum – A bachelor’s degree in a related field (can be substituted by experience in a related field).

Preferred – A minimum of 1-3 years’ work experience.

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.

Application Notes:

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

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.