FACILITIES SERVICES SPECIALIST - 64049224

Requisition No: 848897 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: FACILITIES SERVICES SPECIALIST - 64049224

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64049224 

Salary:  $33,760 

Posting Closing Date: 03/21/2025 

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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Pasco County.  If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.  We hope you decide to join our team!  Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Pasco County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its efforts and its vision to be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Loads and delivers all mail, medical, office, and maintenance supplies to all Florida Department of Health sites in Pasco County (CHD) and any other specified locations. Travel may occur outside of this county as needed. Makes deliveries and pick-ups countywide, i.e., county buildings/departments, local vendors, storage facility, etc.

Collects from other offices and takes deposits to the bank daily which will include picking up daily deposits from outlying sites and delivers to Fiscal.

Back-up for opening and sorting of mail for each program at the Summit office and delivers outgoing mail to the U. S. Post Office in Hudson as needed.

Completes facilities inspection of satellite locations, report findings to supervisor and implement corrective actions as necessarry. Assist facilities department with interoffice moves and assembling of office type equipment. 

Performs storekeeping duties to include receiving and distribution, both physical receiving and the electronic component in My Florida Marketplace (MFMP), and processing surplus items.

Assists with maintenance of vehicles assigned to the department by doing vehicle/trailer maintenance inspections and minor repairs countywide as directed. Ensures that all DOH response equipment (Trailers, generators, light tower etc.) are maintained in ready condition.

Assists with minor maintenance, cleanup, and upkeep of the CHD as needed or requested; submits and monitors interal workorder requests and follows up as needed.

Assists with Public Health Preparedness by doing logistical work at shelters, points of dispensing (POD), staging areas, with setup and delivery of equipment/supplies as needed. Assist with outreach events in the community by setting up, delivery of equipment/supplies, assisting with staffing at the event, and may need to move vehicles such as large trucks and/or trailers to help support the event.

Performs other related duties as requested/required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to operate a large motor vehicles, and pull trailers.

May need to utlize or operate a forklift machine and pallet jack; training will be provided.

Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to details.

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

Ability in using hand tools.

Knowledge in minor repairs and maintenance of grounds and building.

Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

This position will require reaching, bending, stretching, twisting or stooping and must be able to lift heavy, bulky packages (some more than 50 pounds).

Must be able to work out in the field in the Florida weather (hot, humid, wet, etc.) which may also require strenuous physical activity.

Computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Web EOC and other related programs.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

High School Diploma, or equivlent.

Valid Florida Driver’s License

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

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:

7509 State Road 52

Hudson, FL 34667

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;
• Paid Parental Leave;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental,vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

Your take home pay can be significantly influenced by your insurance premiums.  Compare your current premium with the State of Florida employee premiums!

• Monthly employee premium for the standard PPO/HMO:
• Single coverage is $50
• Family coverage is $180
• Monthly employee premium for the High Deductible Health Plan PPO/HMO:
• Single coverage is $15
• Family coverage is $64.30

• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. 

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: http://www.sss.gov 

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. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

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.   

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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.