REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 42005804 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Requisition No: 874715 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 42005804 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 42005804 

Salary:  $45,000.02 

Posting Closing Date: 04/30/2026 

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REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF AGRICULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

***INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY--
ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED.***
 

CONTACT:

Brianna Harvey, 850-617-7905

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or its equivalent and seven (7) years of professional or nonprofessional experience in administrative work, regulatory work, consumer complaint program work, interviewing, business administration, customer or public relations or investigations; or

An equivalent combination of education and experience which equals seven (7) years can substitute for the above requirements; or

A bachelor’s degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of professional or nonprofessional experience in administrative work, regulatory work, consumer complaint program work, interviewing, business administration, customer or public relations or investigations.
 

EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.” Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org) 

Requires possession of a valid driver license.

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
  
  

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

The incumbent of this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of 60L-36, F.A.C.

Occasional travel required.

NOTES:

To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.

Successful candidate must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

Flextime in work schedule is available and may be requested for alternate work hours.

JOB DUTIES:

Independently serves as the Pesticide Use Permit System Coordinator. Reviews all applications for pesticide use permits, determines if requirements have been met, and issues permits or deficiencies as appropriate. Coordinates with the Bureau of Scientific Evaluation & Technical Assistance Hydrologist and Soil Scientist team to analyze and identify restricted soils, well setbacks, and reviews restricted areas limiting pesticide applications.

Assists the supervisor with developing, administering, and ensuring compliance with Rule 5E-2 F.A.C. Maintains advanced knowledge of Rules 5E-2, & 5E-9, Florida Administrative Code as it relates to pesticide permitting.

Answers inquiries from the public regarding permit applications and assists with permit submission. Correspondence may be via telephone, email, or via the Department’s Pesticide Use Permitting System. Responds to complex inquiries requiring advanced interpretation of statutes, rules, and technical analyses. Develops written guidance, training materials, and resources for industry and internal staff to outline requirements. Facilitates resolution of contested cases by providing expert-level review and determination.

Independently serves as the Fumigation System Coordinator. Review Notices of Fumigation (NOFs) for completeness and enter all NOFs received by fax, email, or mail into the fumigation system in a timely manner. Communicate NOF deficiencies to customers by phone or email. Review and approve or deny fumigation portal account requests. Handle any other fumigation related inquiries from customers regarding system use, account status, submission requirements, and requests to make changes to submitted NOFs. Leads advanced evaluation of NOF system performance to identify systemic issues and propose corrective strategies. Prepares analytic reports and procedural updates.

Independently serves as the primary processor for all aircraft registration applications. Make recommendations regarding aircraft registration application determinations. Receives and processes aircraft registration applications after confirming all requirements have been met and communicates any deficiencies to customers in a clear and timely manner. Answers inquiries from registrants regarding new registrations, renewals, and other related questions. Evaluates complex aircraft registration cases, performing advanced assessment of statutory and regulatory requirements. Develops enhanced guidance for applicants and staff.

Independently serves as the primary evaluator and processor for all exams that require Proctor Review. Upon notification from the examination vendor, reviews examination video footage and determines whether the exam should be deemed invalid and result in a proctor fail. Notifies the examinee of the invalid exam and identifies the reason or reasons for the proctor fail. Tracks the number of proctor fails and, upon the third proctor fail, notifies the examinee that they are no longer permitted to test remotely in accordance with Rule 5E-14, F.A.C. Responsible for notifying the examination vendor of examinees who require banning. Elevates suspected cheating incidents to the supervisor for review and determination of rule violations, which may result in barring the examinee from future exams in accordance with Rule 5E-14, F.A.C.

Assist supervisor with training and serves as a versatile team member who is cross-trained in all program processes. Maintains advanced knowledge of all program operations and processes including Chapter 487 Florida Statutes (F.S.), Rules 5E-9 & 5E-2 Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.)., Chapter 482 (F.S.), Rule 5E-14 F.A.C. & Chapter 388 F.S., Rule 5E-13 F.A.C. Reviews and monitors SOPs for the program and facilitates updates as needed with program staff.

Assists Scientific Evaluation, Legal, and IT with cross‑functional projects to implement program improvements, system enhancements, and process changes. Develops and maintains program performance metrics, reporting findings to management with recommended strategies. Represents the Department at industry workshops, meetings, trainings requiring advanced interpretation of technical and regulatory issues. Provides expert‑level consultation and produces analyses that contributes to policy or rule development.

Communicate in writing and by phone with businesses, licensees, consumers, and others regarding applications and licensure for the pest control, pesticide, and mosquito control law requirements. Performs other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced knowledge of Chapters 388, 482, and 487, F.S., and Rules 5E‑2, 5E‑9, 5E‑13, and 5E‑14, F.A.C., with demonstrated ability to apply them to non‑routine, complex scenarios.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills tailored to technical, legal, and industry audiences.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to use a personal computer.
  
  

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 (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”

SPECIAL NOTES:

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.