REGULATORY SPECIALIST III; CHILDCARE LICENSING PROGRAM

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• REGULATORY SPECIALIST III; CHILDCARE LICENSING PROGRAM
• Date: Oct 17, 2026

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• Requisition No: 883936
• Agency: Department of Health
• Working Title: REGULATORY SPECIALIST III; CHILDCARE LICENSING PROGRAM
• Pay Plan: Career Service
• Position Number: 64031094

Salary

• $34,760.00 - $40,548.31
• Posting Closing Date: 11/10/2026
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• REGULATORY SPECIALIST III
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Your Specific Responsibilities

This is a professional regulatory position responsible for counseling, casework, and administrative activities within the Childcare Licensing Program.

The position conducts licensing and regulatory activities involving Family Day Care Homes, Large Family Childcare Homes, and Childcare Facilities within established time frames and in accordance with sections 402.301–402.319, Florida Statutes; Chapters 65C-20, 65C-22, and, when applicable, 65C-25, Florida Administrative Code; Rule 64E-11, Florida Administrative Code; Sarasota County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 62, Articles V and VI; current DCF childcare licensing handbooks;

CFOP 170-20, Childcare Licensing Program Desk Reference Guide; other applicable DCF policies and procedures and DOH Environmental Public Health Program Manual 150-4. This position requires daily in-office and/or field work and reports directly to the Environmental Supervisor I – SES.

Inspections and Compliance Documentation

Conducts inspections of childcare homes and facilities to determine compliance with applicable Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and licensing standards. Plans and tracks inspection activities to ensure required time frames and annual inspection requirements are met. Enters and archives inspection records promptly in the Childcare Administration, Regulation, and Enforcement System (CARES) and the Environmental Health Database (EHD) and reviews all entries for completeness and accuracy.

Complaint Investigations and Administrative Enforcement

Investigates complaints involving licensed childcare providers and suspected illegal childcare operations. Documents investigative findings, prepares reports, and initiates appropriate corrective or administrative action as required by statute or administrative rule. Manages progressive enforcement and administrative action processes, provides timely administrative complaint notifications to providers, maintains current and accurate records throughout each action, and closes actions promptly upon completion.

Licensing Applications

Processes initial and renewal applications, including reviewing background screening clearances, required training documentation, and other statutory requirements. Determines whether licensing requirements have been met and makes licensure recommendations to the supervisor or regional program manager.

Provider Technical Assistance

Provides technical assistance and support to childcare providers to promote and maintain compliance with licensing requirements. Communicates corrective action requirements and monitors provider progress to ensure identified deficiencies are addressed.

Program Knowledge and Professional Development

Develops and maintains a proficient working knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and community resources that support the Childcare Licensing Program.

Technology and Information Systems

Maintains proficiency in using the program’s hardware, software, system applications, databases, and web-based resources necessary to perform assigned duties efficiently and accurately.

Public and Stakeholder Communication

Responds promptly and professionally to telephone, email, and walk-in inquiries from childcare providers, parents, members of the public, and other agencies. Provides accurate information regarding childcare programs and consults with stakeholders and other clients regarding childcare regulation.

Other Assigned Duties

Responds promptly and positively to special assignments and performs other related duties as assigned by the Environmental Health Director or designee.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Computer literate, phone, and office equipment
• Knowledge of theories and practice in child protection and family support

• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to actively listen to others and communicate effectively
• Ability to maintain well-executed case files

Additional information

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, family members, co-workers and community partners

Qualifications

Minimum

Valid driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience conducting inspections in childcare facilities

Mission

• To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
• Vision: To be the
• Healthiest
• State in the Nation.

Values

• I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
• C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
• A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
• R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
• E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

• Where You Will Work: Environmental Health – North
• 1001 Sarasota Center Boulevard
• Sarasota, FL 34240

Incumbent will be required to travel throughout Sarasota County.

Benefits

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
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• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!
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Please be advised

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website:

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

• Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
• All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.

Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge.

• These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
• 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.

• Location: SARASOTA, FL, US, 34237
• Nearest Major Market: Sarasota
• Nearest Secondary Market: Tampa
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