GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64085171

Requisition No: 872911 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64085171

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64085171 

Salary:  $50,000.00 - $53,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 04/03/2026 

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Job posting category – Internal Agency

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a responsible and independent position under the supervision of the Public Health Preparedness Program CEMP Coordinator at the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County. The incumbent coordinates, plans, and supports the operational readiness of the Special Needs Shelter (SpNS) Program to ensure preparedness for disasters and public health emergencies. The position supports planning, training, exercises, and operational coordination with county partners, including the Department of Emergency Management, healthcare partners, and community stakeholders.

The incumbent works closely with the Public Health Preparedness Program Manager/Planner to review, revise, update, and maintain the Special Needs Shelter Plan, operational guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in alignment with county and state emergency management requirements. Coordinate with the Regional Registered Nurse Specialist to develop and deliver annual general and position-specific training for DOH-Miami-Dade staff supporting Special Needs Shelter operations. Serve as the primary point of contact for Special Needs Shelter program coordination within DOH-Miami-Dade. Provide technical guidance and operational support to DOH staff assigned to Special Needs Shelter activities. Support preparedness initiatives that enhance the readiness of the Special Needs Shelter program and the Public Health Preparedness Program.

It is a responsibility of the incumbent to maintain and manage staffing rosters for personnel assigned to Special Needs Shelter operations, ensuring staff availability, credential verification, and readiness for emergency activation.

The incumbent will be responsible to track, maintain, and coordinate the inventory of Special Needs Shelter equipment and supplies housed within the Public Health Preparedness Program warehouse. Ensure equipment readiness for pre-deployment and post-activation operations.

Coordinate with the Department of Emergency Management (DEM) to conduct annual walkthroughs of designated Special Needs Shelter facilities.

Support the Emergency and Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP) registry call-down activities

Assist in operational planning for shelter activation and evacuation support.

Participate in monthly meetings of the Miami Dade County Healthcare Preparedness Coalition (MDCHPC) and support collaborative preparedness initiatives.

Conduct outreach and education activities related to Special Needs Shelter operations and public health preparedness.  Promote preparedness and resilience among community partners and healthcare stakeholders.  Attend relevant trainings, workshops, and conferences

The incumbent will be part of an ongoing programmatic cross-training within the Public Health Preparedness Program to support HSEEP-compliant exercise planning and evaluation, Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) activities and participate in internal workgroups and preparedness committees.

Conduct orientation sessions for new staff supporting preparedness operations.

Participate in community partner meetings, health fairs, trainings, and exercises as a representative of the Public Health Preparedness Program.

Prepare after-action reports, improvement plans, progress reports, and annual reports related to Special Needs Shelter activities.

The incumbent will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Special Needs Shelter operations during disasters or public health emergencies including Providing operational guidance during Special Needs Shelter activation,

Serving as liaison between Special Needs Shelter operations, ESF-8, and the DOH Incident Management Team. Supporting response operations during extended activations, including work beyond normal business hours as required

Perform other related duties as assigned in support of Public Health Preparedness Program objectives.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of working with special and/or functional needs individuals
• Knowledge of respiratory safety protocols and/or experience with respirator fit testing.
• Knowledge of commonly used office word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software as well as general computer literacy.
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis, including Power BI to maintain rosters.
• Knowledge of basic emergency management principles and practices.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to understand needs and convey progress and results.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, by phone, email, and in person.
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document workflow, and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices.
• Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials.
• Ability to conduct fact-finding research.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Valid driver’s license, experience planning emergency preparedness exercises, experience preparing and delivering presentations.

Where You Will Work

1350 NW 14th Street, 33125

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.

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;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• 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, including monthly costs, 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. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.    

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.