Regulatory Specialist III

State of Florida

. Process, evaluate, and determine eligibility for complex CNA, LPN, RN, and APRN licensure applications .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeTallahassee • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42,562 - $43,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in processing and evaluating complex licensure applications while applying Florida Statutes and regulations. Proficient in data analysis, effective communication, and maintaining accurate licensure databases.

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Licensure Application ProcessingFlorida Statutes ApplicationData Compilation and AnalysisMicrosoft Office ProficiencyEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Licensure Eligibility EvaluationDocument PreparationPDF ManagementData EntryBackground Screening Processing

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsConsultative AssistanceTraining and Development

Tools & Technologies

Adobe AcrobatNURSYSMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Background Check ClearanceDrug Screening Completion

Industry Keywords

Board of NursingLicensure RegulationsConsumer ProtectionConditional LicensesSelective Services System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process, evaluate, and determine eligibility for complex CNA, LPN, RN, and APRN licensure applications
Apply Florida Statutes, rules, policies, and procedures applicable to the Board of Nursing
Compile documentation and prepare summaries, packets, and conference call agendas for board review
Prepare and redact confidential documentation in Adobe Acrobat PDF
Extract, rearrange, and rotate PDF documents
Draft Notices of Hearing with dates, times, locations, and committee placement
Correspond with applicants regarding deficiencies, application statuses, concerns, additional information, statutes, and processing procedures
Verify licensure statuses and disciplinary actions or open cases through NURSYS or applicable state websites
Notify the Background Screening Unit about files requiring board review
Assist with Team 15 watchlist-school applications, including running reports, sending hearing notices, and creating required-appearance lists
Monitor conditionally approved files and Conditional/Active licenses
Audit and process files within established timelines
Send approval and denial letters to the Clerk’s Office and applicants
Contact applicants when board orders or correspondence are undeliverable
Draft Notices of Termination after probation or conditions are completed
Process files returned from the Background Screening Unit and exemptions from disqualification
Process incoming documentation, Livescan screenings, and document-repository files
Respond to complex mail and email inquiries and record documentation within one business day
Maintain accurate licensure database information and report data-entry or vendor errors
Maintain electronic licensure filing systems and prepare supplemental documents for imaging
Develop training tools, participate in training meetings, contribute to the annual training plan, provide group training, and guide preceptors
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be physically present in the office to effectively perform job duties and responsibilities
Ability to compile, organize and analyze data
Ability to investigate, analyze, and resolve complaints
Ability to understand and apply Florida Statutes, rules, policies and procedures for licensing and regulation of professionals and consumer protection
Ability to provide consultative assistance to others
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Must complete a security background check and/or drug screening
Must participate in direct deposit
Must complete Form I-9 and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify
Must be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must meet Selective Services System registration or exemption requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers
Veterans’ Preference for eligible candidates
Initial licensing and application fees waived for eligible military veterans applying within 60 months of honorable discharge
Reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Direct deposit