PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE

Summary

PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48000375

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.

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.

Location: Tallahassee, FL, US, 32399

Job Description

PROGRAM SPECIALIST IV-DOE - 48000375

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.

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.

Location: Tallahassee, FL, US, 32399