SENIOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR-DOE - 48003246

State of Florida•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position plans, organizes, and directs the formulation of procedures and methodology to fulfill the responsibilities of the Department of Education to the National Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP) under the provisions of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The Division of Career and Adult Education is seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader who can effectively manage complex programs, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain high performance under tight deadlines and occasionally stressful conditions. The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to interact courteously while fostering a collaborative and productive work environment that supports team. This individual will provide strong leadership and oversight of statewide programs, including planning, directing, and evaluating activities related to the National Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP) under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The position is located in Tampa and is not approved for telework.

Requirements

Knowledge of issues related to the educational and social needs of special populations, particularly migrant and seasonal farmworkers.
Knowledge and experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating programs of adult education, employment and training programs, economic development programs.
Knowledge and experience in budget management.
Presentation skills.
Skills in using various software applications.
Ability to produce technical reports, proposals, and correspondence.
Knowledge of WIOA Title I programs and WIOA Section 167 regulations.
Ability to supervise.
Three years of working experience in a professional office environment.
Advanced working knowledge and experience using Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, Power Point, and SharePoint.
Ability to obtain, hold, and maintain an active Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification.
Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in Education or; A master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the statewide delivery of employment and training services and supportive services to eligible farmworkers under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Manages provision of Pesticide Safety Training (PST) under the Worker Protection Standard of 1990 and WIOA’s mandated collaboration with the Florida Department of Agriculture.
Directs a staff that is responsible for statewide data collection and reporting under WIOA.
Provides program leadership in all activities relative to the negotiation of sub-grants.
Responsible for providing technical assistance and allocation of funds to projects for program delivery.
Responsible for planning, monitoring, reviewing, evaluating, and maintaining accountability of programs funded under WIOA Title I, Section 167 (National Farmworker Jobs Program – NFJP) and other fund sources.
Directs the development and submission of an annual WIOA Title I, Section 167 National Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP) grant application and program plans.
Negotiates the annual service delivery plan with the U.S. Department of Labor.
Makes decisions regarding allocation of program resources in accordance with U.S. Department of Labor and NFJP priorities.
Administers project applications and project amendment requests.
Initiates and maintains continued collaboration with the Florida Department of Agriculture as mandated by under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Directs the delivery of Pesticide Safety Training under the Worker Protection Standard of 1990.
Directs staff in carrying out compliance monitoring and evaluation of projects and implementation of corrective action.
Directs data collection and analysis of program and fiscal data.
Directs development and submission of reports required by the U. S. Department of Labor and other funders.
Participates in the development of employment, education, training programs and family literacy efforts for local implementation.
Represents Florida at state and national farmworker conferences and participates in technical assistance workgroups of the Departments of Education and Labor.
Represents the Department of Education as a member of the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs and as a member of Technical Assistance Teams established by the United States Department of Labor.
Directs the maintenance of inventory for property purchased with federal funds.
Designs and implements staff development training for project personnel.
Employee complies with guidelines of Section 215.422, F.S., as it pertains to the direct responsibilities of this position and the Farmworker Career Development Program Section.
Administers and coordinates work assignments and periodically reviews and evaluates the performance of the staff through regularly scheduled meetings and individual conferences.
Leads collaboration with DOE Registered Apprenticeship Program.
Collaborating with FL DOE State Registered Apprenticeship staff.
Investigating establishing a FCDP Pre Apprenticeship program.
Presenting at the Florida Apprenticeship Conference.
Co-chairing a Population Outreach committee with CareerSource and DEO.
Coordinates FCDP Annual Conference with CareerSource Workforce Professional Development Summit.
Serving on the Summit conference committee.
Participating in monthly Summit conference committee meetings.
Organizing Summit details regarding venue, speakers, workshops.
Coordinates and monitors the new participant database, Employ Florida.
Training FCDP staff on Employ Florida.
Transferring data from CRD to Employ Florida.
Verifying accuracy of data in Employ Florida.
Attending Employ Florida training.
Updating data in Employ Florida.
Monitoring program compliance in Employ Florida.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Attendance is an essential function of this position.

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
Annual Leave - Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions are credited with 176 hours of annual leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of the initial appointment.
Sick Leave - Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions shall be credited with 104 hours of sick leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of initial appointment.