PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003297

Job Description The Program Specialist IV in this role is responsible for conducting data collection and analysis to produce accurate quantitative reports on students, staff, and funding to evaluate the effectiveness of programs for students with disabilities; providing technical assistance to Bureau staff, school districts, and other stakeholders on the Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP); preparing timely and accurate data for publications and reports, including the Annual Performance Report, LEA Profiles, Databook, and surveys; assisting FDOE and district personnel in using data to determine program effectiveness; collaborating professionally with Department, Bureau, and district staff to ensure timely responses to inquiries; participating in assigned workgroups related to discipline, restraint, seclusion, and other indicators; and supporting other sections as needed based on expertise. Duties & Responsibilities Conducts data collection and analysis activities to produce quantitative reports related to students, staff, and funding to determine the effectiveness of special programs for students with disabilities. Provides technical assistance to Bureau staff, school districts, and other interested parties on the Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP) as it relates to students with disabilities. Collaborates with Department and Bureau staff and other resource persons to ensure that responses to inquiries are made in a timely and efficient manner. Prepares accurate and timely data for use in publications for dissemination to Department and Bureau staff, district personnel, and other interested parties, including the Annual Performance Report, LEA Profiles, Databook. Provides assistance to FDOE staff and school district personnel on the use of data to determine program effectiveness for students with disabilities. Prepares accurate and timely data for use in publications, including the Annual Performance Report, LEA Profiles, and Surveys; for dissemination to FDOE staff, school district personnel, and other interested parties. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication. Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position. Preferred Qualifications Applicants who meet both professional and educational experience. Applicants who have direct experience with Exceptional Student Education funding and data reporting requirements. Applicants who have skill in data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Applicants who complete a full application and hire requirements listed in the advertisement to completion. Educational Substitutions SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in Exceptional Student Education can substitute for 4 years of direct experience. Benefits State Group Insurance coverage options: health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options. 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). Highly skilled, professional environment. Background Screening Requirement It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. No applicant for a designated position will be employed, contracted or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, finger printing for all purposes and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records check through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and local criminal records checks through local law enforcement. Selective Service System Requirement Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Veterans’ Preference 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 ... 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