REGULATORY SPECIALIST III - 42003581 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Requisition No: 880322 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: REGULATORY SPECIALIST III - 42003581 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 42003581 

Salary:  $40,000.22 - $49,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 07/31/2026 

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REGULATORY SPECIALIST III

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF LICENSING

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

CONTACT:

Walter Green (850) 245-5308

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or its equivalent and six (6) 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 six (6) years can substitute for the above requirements; or

A bachelor’s degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience as described above.

Requires possession of a valid Driver’s License.

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) 

***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.

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

JOB DUTIES:

Performs advanced, complex regulatory review and analysis as part of second‑level evaluations of license applications submitted under Chapters 493 and 790, Florida Statutes. Independently reviews cases involving criminal history background results, foreign‑born applicants, and other situations requiring expert‑level interpretation of statutory and procedural requirements within the Bureau of License Issuance (BLI).

Analyzes and evaluates criminal history information, including detailed rap sheets, court records, sentencing documents, and disposition reports obtained from various external sources. Conducts comprehensive assessments to determine statutory eligibility and compliance, applying independent judgment to resolve discrepancies, interpret legal terminology, and ensure regulatory accuracy. Utilizes Immigration and Naturalization online portals to verify, authenticate, and interpret foreign‑born documentation for statutory compliance.

Performs complex legal and regulatory research on criminal charges and penal codes from Florida and other states to accurately interpret the severity, nature, and statutory equivalency of offenses. Coordinates and communicates with external agencies, including Clerk of Courts offices, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, arresting agencies, and other state or federal entities to obtain missing information, verify documentation, and clarify case‑specific issues essential to completing regulatory determinations.

Works collaboratively with management and system users to identify operational deficiencies, process gaps, and emerging issues impacting regulatory workflows or compliance. Provides informed recommendations for updates to BLI Standard Policies and Procedures based on changes in statute, policy trends, or procedural needs. Participates in problem‑solving discussions and contributes to the continuous improvement of regulatory processes.

Performs additional complex, related regulatory duties as assigned, including supporting internal audits, participating in specialized regulatory projects, conducting proactive reviews of emerging issues, and assisting in the development of improved training materials or procedural guidance.

Reviews operator performance trends and conducts data‑driven analysis of error percentages among BLI operators. Prepares and delivers findings and targeted recommendations for corrective actions, remedial training, or technical guidance to increase accuracy and regulatory compliance. Provides technical assistance to staff as needed, helping resolve complex cases or interpret statutes.

Supports internal audits, participates in specialized regulatory projects and assists in the development of improved training materials or procedural guidance.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
• Ability to review data for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to perform routine or special reviews.
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to review, plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Knowledge of Chapter 493 and section 790.06, F.S.
• Skills to effectively use information systems technology, such as databases, spreadsheets, and data query computer languages.
• Ability to use a computer as well as Microsoft Office Suite to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook.

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.