PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003650

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent in this position 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

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)

Nice To Haves

Ability to write grammatically correct
Knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office Suites)
Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication
Productive under tight timeframes
Balance multiple and competing priorities
Maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions
Interact courteously with others
Demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit
Attendance is an essential function

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
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