Program Specialist

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Program Specialist on the Cocoa Campus in Cocoa, Florida.

The annual salary is $31,320. Successful internal candidates for external job postings should be aware that their current salary does not transfer to the new position. Salary will be as advertised in the job announcement. Full-time employees of Eastern Florida State College receive fringe benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Provides program support for Cosmetology, Facial and Nails Specialty, Student and equipment need/maintenance, customer/clinic scheduling and cashier duties, and inventory both clinic and retail. This position requires flexible work hours, and extensive utilization of the College's computer system.

The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three years’ experience in customer service-related role.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good communication – verbal & written – to assist all levels of staff, faculty, students, vendors, & customers.
• Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required.
• A review of Social Media activity will be part of the candidate evaluation process.
• This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay the associated fee (currently $36.00). This fingerprinting fee ($36.00) is non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase.*

• High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum physical qualifications:

• Ability to access, input & retrieve information and/or data from a computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 40 lbs.
• Flexible work schedule to include evenings.

Applications will be accepted from May 21, 2026, through June 7, 2026; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.