Residential Licensing & Compliance Specialist

State of Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Florida is seeking an OPS Residential Licensing Specialist to review residential licensing applications, issue licenses or denials, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes timely processing, site visits, and safety checks across APD programs.

The position requires monitoring experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel to community locations. It reports to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities and is paid hourly at $18.75 with state

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with monitoring or QA activities preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License or reliable transportation to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Review residential licensing applications for completeness and decide within required timeframes.
• Process approvals or denials per guidelines and issue licenses.
• Complete CAHRS checks for each application to verify abuse/neglect findings.
• Verify FDLE sex offender/predator database checks within one mile radius of licensed home.
• Ensure accessibility meets residents’ needs during site visits and renewals.
• Review personnel records prior to licensure and annually during renewals.
• Maintain licensing data in APD systems including APD iConnect.
• Assist in disaster planning activities and perform related duties.

Skills

Quality assurance

Travel required

Monitoring

Education

High school diploma

Job description

State of Florida is seeking an OPS Residential Licensing Specialist to review residential licensing applications, issue licenses or denials, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes timely processing, site visits, and safety checks across APD programs.

The position requires monitoring experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel to community locations. It reports to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities and is paid hourly at $18.75 with state