PROGRAM SPECIALIST III-DOE - 48001855

State of Florida

9d•$45,060•Onsite

About The Position

This is specialized work supporting an Educational Policy Analyst – DOE - SES and the State programs staff of the Office of Student Financial Assistance in the Administration of the state funded financial aid programs. This position performs duties under the supervision of the Program Specialist Supervisor II-DOE-SES in the State Scholarships, Loans & Grants Section of the Office of Student Financial Assistance. The section administers financial assistance programs funded by state and federal sources including scholarships & grants and provides technical assistance to students, parents, high school and district personnel, and college financial aid officers. 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 performance and behavior of all employees 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.

Requirements

Knowledge of student financial aid programs.
Knowledge of state program statutes, rules and policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of administering educational programs.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to prioritize workload.
Ability to develop various reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize and direct program activities.
Ability to be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions.
Ability to interact courteously with others.
Ability to demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit.
One to three years of professional experience in business operations, financial accounting, program management.
Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication.
Experience in creating and conducting training courses.
Experience with public speaking.
Ability to provide work samples of writing skills for grammar, editing and communication review upon request.

Nice To Haves

Applicants who meet both the professional and educational experience.
Applicants who complete application information and hire requirements listed in the advertisement accurately and to completion.

Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains a computerized database to manage data on applicants for financial assistance programs funded by state and federal sources including scholarships and grants, including the Florida Bright Futures (BF) Scholarship Program.
Evaluates applicant information to determine eligibility, make award determinations, and ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds to all eligible award recipients. For out-of-state military/public servant applicants the process also includes review and evaluation of academic transcripts for the BF program in conjunction with FDOE Office of Articulation.
Direct and coordinate the processing of documents pertaining to specific state administered financial aid programs including eligibility letters and verification forms to ensure the meeting of program requirements.
Provides technical assistance on program requirements to applicants, parents, and schools both orally and in writing including policy interpretation, appeal consideration, and judgments on eligible programs of study.
Assists in the implementation of State Board Rules, Florida Statutes, applications, and forms.
Oversee the management of programs and act as a resource person for Centralized Programs in the supervisor’s absence.
Participates in the development, revision, and implementation of State Board Rules, Florida Statutes, applications, and forms. Analyzes and recommends changes that may be required and drafts proposed language.
Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

State Group Insurance coverage options+(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)
Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
Ongoing comprehensive training provided
Career Growth
Highly skilled, professional environment
Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits