Program Specialist Iv-Doe - 48000375

Requisition No: 886744 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48000375

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48000375 

Salary:  $54,000 - $69,000 

Posting Closing Date: 11/18/2026 

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Florida Department of Education

Division of Career and Adult Education

Bureau of Standards, Benchmarks & Frameworks/Office of Apprenticeship

Location: Tallahassee/Turlington Building

Program Specialist IV – DOE (CS)

Salary Range: $54,000 - $69,000

SALARY IS BASED ON CANDIDATE’S EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

OFFICE CONTACT:

Kathryn Wheeler, 850-245-9038

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is for the Apprenticeship Program Coordinator and acts as the manager of data and communications for the Office of Apprenticeship. The person in this position is expected to perform highly responsible data reporting and field communications coordination pertaining to Registered Apprenticeship and Registered Preapprenticeship. This position requires excellent communication skills in dealing with the public, program sponsors and team members. You will be immersed in the life-changing world of Registered Apprenticeship. This is a great opportunity for someone highly organized and detail-oriented who can communicate effectively.

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:

The Apprenticeship Program Coordinator supports the expansion, promotion and effective administration of Registered Apprenticeship and Preapprenticeship programs throughout Florida. This position provides technical assistance to employers and sponsors, coordinates apprenticeship data and reporting systems, and promotes apprenticeship as a workforce development strategy across industry sectors.

Apprenticeship Promotion and Outreach

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase awareness of Registered Apprenticeship among employers, industry associations, workforce partners, educational institutions and community organizations.
• Deliver presentations, workshops and informational sessions on apprenticeship program development and benefits.
• Coordinate participation in workforce events, conferences and stakeholder meetings.
• Support sector-based expansion initiatives aligned with state workforce priorities.
• Develop promotional materials, success stories and briefing documents.

Technical Assistance and Program Support

• Provide technical assistance to employers, sponsors and training providers on the development and implementation of Registered Apprenticeship programs.
• Guide sponsors through apprenticeship standards development, documentation preparation and related technical instruction (RTI) alignment.
• Assist sponsors in understanding regulatory requirements, policies and best practices.
• Coordinate with Apprenticeship Training Representatives (ATRs) or regulatory staff to facilitate timely program registration and modifications.
• Support apprenticeship sponsors in apprentice onboarding, progression tracking and completion processes.
• Respond to inquiries from employers, apprentices, workforce partners and education providers.

Data Coordination and Reporting

• Maintain and update apprenticeship program and apprentice records in state and federal data systems.
• Monitor data quality, accuracy and completeness.
• Generate routine and ad hoc reports on program growth, registrations, completions and industry trends.
• Assist in preparing state and federal performance reports.
• Analyze apprenticeship data to identify trends, gaps and opportunities for program improvement.
• Support grant reporting and performance tracking, as applicable.

Partnership Coordination

• Collaborate with workforce development boards, economic development entities, education partners and intermediaries to support apprenticeship expansion.
• Coordinate cross-agency efforts to align apprenticeship with sector strategies and workforce initiatives.
• Facilitate communication between sponsors and regulatory staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two to six years of professional experience working in workforce education or data reporting.
• Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication.

Related work experience may not substitute for any licensure, certification, or registration required by an agency and indicated in the advertised job description.

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MISSION STATEMENT

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 the 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 student within one seamless, efficient system, by allowing them the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills through learning opportunities and research valued 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:

1. Higher Student Achievement
2. Seamless Articulation and Maximum Access
3. Skilled Workforce and Economic Development
4. Quality Services

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WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

• State Group Insurance coverage options+ 
• 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
• Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits
• Highly skilled, professional environment

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

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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.
• 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 purpose and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records checks 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 (CS), 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.

APPLICANT 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 of more must be accounted for*
  • Any Education
  • Any Volunteer Experience
  • Your resume and application must match
• *Gaps 3 months of 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 your supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contract 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.
• Equal Opportunity
• The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority in advance. 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. Successful applicants will be screen in accordance with Chapter 435, F.S., as applicable.

If you are missing any of the items above, your packet may be held up at the final review step.

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.