PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48000699
About The Position
The incumbent in this works in the area related to the regulation of educator licensure; case management; data management; development and delivery of technical assistance programs concerned with these personnel matters. This position represents Professional Practices Services and serves as contact for districts, providing technical assistance to school districts, parents, students, the community, organizations and agencies. This technical assistance includes the enforcement and administration of Sections 1012.315, 1012.796, and 1012.56, F.S. and 6A-10.080 and 6A-10.081, F.A.C., Rules of the State Board of Education.
Requirements
- Ability to write grammatically correct
- Knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office Suites)
- Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication
- Four (4) years of experience in teaching
- Four (4) years of experience of law enforcement
- Experience in working with children
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to travel (2 weeks per month)
Responsibilities
- Assists in the assessment of alleged unethical behavior against certified educators for legal sufficiency as defined in Sections 1012.796 and 1012.315, F.S.
- Assists in the assessment of background history of applicants for a Florida Educator Certificate as defined in Sections 1012.56 and 1012.315, F.S.
- Conducts all components of the investigative process including the preparation of documents relating to the adjudication of issues leading to the suspension, revocation, or denial of certificates or other disciplinary actions against certified educators; coordinates as necessary with counsel.
- Participates in the staff review process; presents investigative results to staff review, consults with and advises the Commissioner of Education and the Department’s General Counsel regarding the finding of probable cause of no probable cause to seek disciplinary actions against certified educators or denial of applicants for a Florida Educator Certificate.
- Assists with general office investigative responsibilities.
- Ensure all data and benchmarks of a case are accurately maintained and recorded.
- Assists in the training of new staff involved in investigations, including case writing, interviewing, travel and reporting to the Commissioner of Education.
- Interprets criminal case documents or other administrative sanctions.
- Ensure cases are processed in a timely, efficient and accurate manner.
- Compiles and drafts accurate and timely reports.
- Maintains accurate records and properly documents confidential records, in both hard copy and electronic formats.
- Assists in the creation, preparation, documentation, dissemination, filing and retention of documents and materials.
- Conducts FDLE, DHSMV, and CCIS checks.
- Responds to communications directed to the office.
- Prepares and processes technical assistance documents.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
