Child Care Licensing Specialist: Inspect & License

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Children and Families seeks a Licensing Specialist-Childcare OPS in Miami, FL. Working hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with duties in counseling, investigations, and licensing administration.

The role focuses on inspections, application processing, eligibility determinations, and complaint investigations within state child care licensing programs. A college degree or high school diploma is required, plus driver’s license and vehicle for daily duties.

Qualifications

• College degree or High School Diploma
• Minimum 12 months experience in a licensed or exempt childcare program
• Valid Driver License
• Must possess operational private vehicle with insurance and vehicle registration within 30 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections for childcare homes and facilities to monitor compliance with Florida Handbooks, Statutes, Administrative Code and Health and Safety Checklist standards
• Process initial and renewal applications, including background screenings and required training
• Determine eligibility and make licensure recommendations to supervisor/regional program manager
• Investigate complaints on licensed providers, illegitimate childcare operations, and School Readiness providers
• Maintain and update the database tracking system, prepare reports, and initiate administrative action as required

Job description

Department of Children and Families seeks a Licensing Specialist-Childcare OPS in Miami, FL. Working hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with duties in counseling, investigations, and licensing administration.

The role focuses on inspections, application processing, eligibility determinations, and complaint investigations within state child care licensing programs. A college degree or high school diploma is required, plus driver’s license and vehicle for daily duties.