Spec, Staffing

Summary:

The Specialist, Staffing, will be responsible for scheduling and conducting

eligibility staffings and IEP meetings. The Specialist, Staffing, will interpret programs and placements to parents, assist with district, state, and federal record reviews, and will monitor the district's compliance with rules and regulations.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees are expected to:

 Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.

 Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.

 Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.

 Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and

responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities:

 Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

(IDEA) and the State Board of Education Rules.

 Assists schools with staffing procedures; reviews and monitors ESE records; assists with

Department of Education audits.

 Assists with the implementation of district policies and procedures for students with disabilities.

 Coordinates with Exceptional Student Education (ESE) personnel to improve, refine, and develop

staffing procedures in accordance with federal and state laws.

 Facilitates meetings with parents, agencies, and school personnel to address the identification

and placement of students with disabilities.

 Arbitrates in school-level staffing, when necessary.

 Reviews and monitors ESE records and assists in required Department of Education audits.

 Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as

determined by the needs of the district.

Other information:

Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written

form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects

and uses appropriate communication methods.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and

apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays

understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision making

process. Makes timely decisions.

Project Management: Develops project plans, coordinates projects. Communicates changes and

progress. Completes projects on time and, on budget. Manages project team activities.

Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for

additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an

organized manner.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and

does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual

orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and

spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in ESE classroom teaching,

with two (2) years of related management or supervisory experience required. Educational

Leadership experience preferred.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate: Exceptional

Student Education.

Language Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents. Responds to inquiries or

complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community. Writes speeches and effectively

presents to managers, the public, and school board.

Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and

fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages,

ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Applies common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in

written, oral, or diagram form. Deals with problems involving several concrete variables in

standardized situations.

Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking and hearing.

Lifting Demands: Up to 10 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 3, moderate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position requires traveling to various school sites, work locations, and/or

community organizations throughout the district.

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted beforethis deadline.

Please carefullyread all emails received to determine the status of your application submission.

Not Currently an Employee of our district?

• If you are seeking employment with Hillsborough County Public Schools.

Are you a current employee of Hillsborough County Public Schools?

• Eligible employees can find and apply for positions on the new employee experience on the Infor System (GHR Employee Space).

All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the Opportunities Link in Infor.

Employees who wish to transfer to a different position or location must satisfy the minimum requirements of the desired position.

Please review the skills/competencies listed on your employee profile to determine your eligibility.

Please review the job description for each job BEFORE applying. Each job description contains the required qualifications needed for the position.

Job description search: https://www2.sdhc.k12.fl.us/jobdescrs

If you need to update your skills/competencies, please contact Application Services at 813-840-7181.

You must ensure that you have the proper skills/competencies added to your employee profile PRIOR TO, OR SHORTLY AFTER, applying for any opening.

(Skill/competency updates are not necessary for employees seeking a lateral transfer [same job at a different location])

Salary Schedules

Our district salary schedules are available at: https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/page/welcome-to-hcps-employment

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