GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64002843

Requisition No: 863622 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64002843

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64002843 

Salary:  $1947.88 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 11/01/2025 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

 IN ORANGE COUNTY

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT

Class Title: Government Operations Consultant I

Position Number:64002843

Base Salary:$1947.88 Biweekly

Location: 8150 Chancellor Drive

               Orlando, FL 32809

**DOH – Orange is a tobacco free agency.

**NOTE: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. **

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a highly independent position with the Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) and will report to the Emergency Operations Program Manager.  This position assists in facilitating the DOH-Orange's response to natural and human events including the special needs shelter activities, dispensing of medical countermeasures and vaccines, volunteer management, outreach and other events as necessary.

1. Assist in facilitating the health department's response to acts of bioterrorism, including the dispensing of medical countermeasures. Incumbent will assist the CRI coordinator with the development and implementation of the DOH-Orange Local Distribution Site plan and training program.
2. Responsible for the inventory and maintenance of equipment and supplies in the disaster warehouse. Maintain inventory in the statewide database in accordance with CHD preparedness Expectations. 
3. Assist with resupply related to preparedness training, vaccination, POD, shelter, and other supplies needed to respond to public health outreach events, trainings, exercises, and emergencies.
4. This position will be responsible for the purchasing and procurement for the Training and Preparedness Program in accordance with State of Florida, Florida Department of Health (DOH), and DOH-Orange purchasing policies and procedures. Purchasing duties may also include maintaining purchasing files, using appropriate applications to approve charges, submitting proper paperwork, processing purchase requests in purchasing system and coordinating collection of data for use in preparation of budgets and tracking expenses.
5. Assist in preparation of reports and other materials, and in development and recommendation of procedures and policies as directed by the Emergency Operations Program Manager.  Assist the Emergency Operations staff with general preparedness activities and be available to respond to disaster and emergency events.  Incumbent may also require work performed during evenings, weekends, and holidays as well as emergency deployment to other counties in Florida with short advance notice.
6. Performs other duties as necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: 

Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, TRAIN, HMS, People First, and Internet Navigation 

Skill in driving and operating larger vehicle or trailer, including a van and a bus, not requiring a CDL license.

Experience using warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, Forklifts, Generators.

Knowledge of Basic leadership principles and practices and able to solve problems and make decisions.

Knowledge of general office procedures and practices, correct grammar usage, basic arithmetic and perform basic arithmetical calculations.

Knowledge of Incident Command System, NIMS and basic principles of managing emergencies.  

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and Knowledge of general office procedures and practices, correct grammar usage, basic arithmetic and perform basic arithmetical calculations.

Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities and to follow instructions.

Ability to prepare reports and correspondence and communicate effectively orally and in writing to a diverse population.

Ability to work in a warehouse environment using forklifts and conducting maintenance on equipment.

Ability to prepare a variety of written training materials such as lesson plans, curricula, performance evaluations or reports.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.

Ability to work outside of normal business hours (including weekends) and to travel.

Ability to work independently and under stressful situations.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Willing to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends, as needed.

Require you to maintain emergency operations plans. Do you have documented experience writing and updating emergency operations plans, Policies, protocols or Standard Operating Procedures.

Requires experience developing and maintaining partnership between public, professional and voluntary agencies. Experience developing and maintaining partnerships/cooperation between these entities.

Requires maintaining emergency preparedness equipment.  Willing to work in a warehouse environment and conduct routine maintenance on equipment.

Require you to create and conduct exercises/drills for staff and partner agencies. Do you have documented experience planning, creating and conducting exercises/drills.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook? (*Proficient means you have and can show knowledge of the technological resources noted in the conduct of your job - without extra or additional training.

Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. Emergency Duties may also include in-state of out-of-state deployment.

A current valid Driver’s license. The position requires operation of large vehicles and the ability to obtain Emergency Vehicle Operating Certification within 6 months of hire. If you have an out of state Driver’s license,  a valid Florida Driver’s license is required within 30 days of hire.   

Special Notes: This position provides logistical support in the emergency warehouse and is responsible for inventory and equipment maintenance.

Work Location: 8150 Chancellor Drive, Orlando, FL 32809

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) 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.

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. 

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.

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.