PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003337

Requisition No: 884707 Agency: Department of Education Working Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48003337 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 48003337 Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE Posting Closing Date: 10/14/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Florida Department of Education Division of Public Schools Just Read, Florida! Office Location: Tallahassee, Turlington Building Position Title: Program Specialist IV – CS Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,0000 SALARY IS BASED ON CANDIDATE’S EXPEREINCE AND QUALIFICATIONS OFFICE CONTACT: Lee Peck, 850-245-9529 JOB DESCRIPTION: The Program Specialist IV in this role provides statewide leadership, coordination and assistance for reading instruction in the implementation of education reform and accountability. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (Note: The omission of specific job duties does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.) The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has an open position that is responsible for executing the following functions: Under the direction of the Executive Staff Director of the Just Read, Florida! Office, this position provides support and technical assistance for quality English Language Arts instruction and reading interventions for students with disabilities, with a focus on dyslexia. Provides information, technical assistance, and support related to English Language Arts and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to parents, families and stakeholders by responding to phone calls, Corrflow, electronic mail, and other requests. Maintains files, answers correspondence, and conducts technical assistance activities related to students with disabilities, quality English Language Arts instruction, reading intervention and special assignments. Collects and disseminates essential information to aid in policy formulation and administrative decision-making related to students with disabilities, quality English Language Arts instruction and reading interventions. Develops, produces, or revises technical assistance documents, and other reports, resource manuals, and correspondence to foster the development and implementation of quality educational English Language Arts programs. Assists local schools, districts, and Bureau discretionary project staff in planning, development, and evaluation of programs for the improvement of English Language Arts instruction; and provides technical assistance to schools and district level staff, and instructional personnel regarding the needs of students with disabilities and their families. Provides assistance in the determination of critical student outcomes and in the accommodations and/or modifications and assessment strategies, which are appropriate for students with disabilities. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets student data regarding the implications for improving student outcomes. Works with subject area specialists in the Department of Education and university training programs in the development and implementation of policy affecting English Language Arts instruction of students with disabilities. Coordinates the activities of various task forces in regard to issues and topics on English Language Arts instruction of students with disabilities; presents issues and areas of concern to the State Advisory Committee; and advises administrators in the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services and the Just Read, Florida! office of possible issues affecting the statewide system. Collaborate with FDOE Bureaus and Just Read, Florida! staff to review/revise the District Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan. Participate in professional learning opportunities to keep abreast of the latest research in reading/English Language Arts as related to students with disabilities and effective instructional implications that lead all students to be successful in all disciplines. Will assist other sections as related to their expertise. Perform other duties as requested. Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: Knowledge of laws, rules, policies and procedures relating to educational programs for students with disabilities and English Language Arts. Knowledge of the techniques for planning, implementing or evaluating educational English Language Arts programs. Knowledge of the District Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to deal effectively with a variety of people. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (This section is required on all postings) 4 years of direct experience in ESE and/or Reading education. Knowledge of laws, rules, policies and procedures relating to educational programs for students with disabilities and English Language Arts. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 6 years of direct experience in reading/literacy or endorsed or certified in reading Certification in PreKindergarten/Primary Education (Age 3 - Grade 3), Elementary Education, English 5-9, English 6-12, and/or ESE K-12 Minimum of 3 years teaching experience with documented success of teaching reading EDUCATIONAL SUBSITITUIONS: F.S. 112.219 - Substitution of work experience for postsecondary educational requirements. A master’s degree from an accredited college or University can substitute for 6 years of direct experience. FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MISSION STATEMENT (OR) THE MISSION STATEMENT OF THE HIRING OFFICE Every day the Department of Education works hand in hand with parents, teachers, educators, and community members to improve Florida's education system for students of all backgrounds and abilities. Our site reflects this cooperative relationship and the role that so many Floridians play in ensuring student success. The FDOE’s mission for Florida’s Early Learning-20 education system is to increase the proficiency of all students within one seamless, efficient system, by allowing them the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills through learning opportunities and research valued by students, parents, and communities. Serving approximately 3 million students, 4,400 public schools, 28 colleges, 200,000 instructional staff, 46,000 college professors and administrators, and 340,000 full-time staff throughout the state, FDOE enhances programs and services for Florida’s students from early learning through college and career development. In addition, FDOE manages programs that assist individuals who are blind, visually-impaired, or disabled succeed either in school settings or careers - encouraging independence and self-sufficiency. FDOE’s goal is to hire individuals to provide: Higher Student Achievement Seamless Articulation and Maximum Access Skilled Workforce and Economic Development Quality Services Just Read, Florida! WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS! State Group Insurance coverage options+ ( health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option ) Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year Student Loan Forgiveness Program ( Eligibility required ) Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( www.myfrs.com ) Annual and Sick Leave Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts Ongoing comprehensive training provided Career Growth Highly skilled, professional environment Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com . We care about the success of our employees. We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer’s experiences and ourselves. We care about the success of our clients. A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees. LEAVE INFORMATION: (CS) Annual Leave - All full-time Career Service employees filling established positions earn annual leave in varying increments dependent upon years of creditable service. Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month. 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 - Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month. BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer 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 (SSS) AND 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. For more information, please visit the Selective Service website . SPECIAL NOTE Please note that this position requires an on-site schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Telework is not available for this role. APPLICATION INFORMATION & HIRING REQUIREMENTS Application Information: Your Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety. Work History (in easy to review chronological order) Consists of: Any position held by a State of Florida Agency Any position held by a Florida University All periods of employment from high school graduation All periods of current or prior unemployment Gaps 3 months or more must be accounted for* Any Education Any Volunteer Experience Your resume and application must match * Gaps 3 months or more must be addressed – you will need to account for and explain any gaps in employment including unemployment. You can either list these in your application under Period of Employment or attach a word document listing your gaps. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will be converted to your official application. Include supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact information for your Human Resources office to verify current or former employment. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. Hiring Information and Requirements: The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews every application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history in the People First system. If claiming Veteran’s Preference , the candidate MUST attach supporting documentation such as the DD214 and your VA Letter that reflects level of disability if applicable. Applicable to career service positions only. If claiming Right to First Interview , the candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. Applicable to career service positions only. NOTE: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 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 clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.