GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64001131
Requisition No: 873014
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64001131
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64001131
Salary: $1633.21 - $2095.06 Biweekly
Posting Closing Date: 04/13/2026
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
IN ORANGE COUNTY
JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT
Class Title: Government Operations Consultant II
Position Number: 64001131
Base Salary: $1633.21 - $2095.06 Biweekly
Location: 6101 Lake Ellenor Drive
Orlando, FL 32809
**DOH – Orange is a tobacco free agency.
**This advertisement may be used to fill future vacancies as they become available.
**NOTE: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. **
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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This is a professional position within the Violence and Injury Prevention Section responsible for coordinating assigned prevention initiatives under the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), Florida Healthy Babies Initiative, Every Child a Swimmer Program, and related grant-funded work plans. The Special Projects Coordinator applies structured project management methodologies to coordinate planning, implementation, stakeholder engagement, data management, and evaluation activities across multiple public health community health initiatives. Assigned initiatives include, but are not limited to, Florida Healthy Babies (Infant Mortality, Well Woman Care, and Broad Social/Economic/Cultural/Environmental Factors), Every Child a Swimmer, Safe Sitter Training Program, Swimming Lesson Voucher Program, maternal substance use education, opioid overdose prevention, motor vehicle safety, brain injury prevention, healthy aging, and other community safety initiatives. The incumbent independently coordinates project timelines, maintains program-level datasets, develops performance dashboards, and ensures alignment with grant requirements, social determinants of health priorities, and departmental strategic objectives. Coordinate the full project lifecycle for assigned initiatives including Florida Healthy Babies (Infant Mortality and Well Woman Care), Every Child a Swimmer, Safe Sitter, and the Swimming Lesson Voucher Program. Develop project charters, define scope, establish measurable objectives, create timelines and milestones, identify risks, and maintain structured work plans. Perform administrative tasks associated with event coordination including obtaining event quotes, processing invoicing, drafting letters, routing agreements, and maintaining stakeholder correspondence. Develop and maintain marketing and outreach schedules in collaboration with the Department of Health Public Information Officer. Prepare post-event communications and document outcomes. Identify and pursue opportunities for third-party events and partnership engagement. Develop and execute outreach action plans outlining goals, objectives, timelines, and partnership strategies. Prepare and submit structured monthly grant activity reports. Apply formal project management methodologies (PMI-aligned practices, Agile/Scrum principles where appropriate) to ensure consistency and measurable progress across initiatives. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, community organizations, and stakeholders to develop and maintain partnerships and referral networks for chronic disease management. Coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure seamless care transitions, appropriate follow-up, and access to necessary healthcare services for individuals with chronic diseases. Develop and maintain program-level datasets for initiatives including Florida Healthy Babies outreach activities, Safe Sleep campaigns, Swimming Lesson Voucher distribution, Every Child a Swimmer, Safe Sitter trainings, and injury prevention programs. Design data collection tools and tracking systems. Maintain and update project dashboards on a routine basis to monitor deliverables, outreach metrics, partnership engagement, and grant indicators. Conduct routine statistical analyses including frequencies, rate calculations, trend analyses, and pre/post comparisons using statistical software such as SAS, R, or comparable analytic platforms. Ensure data accuracy and integrity. Generate performance reports and dashboards aligned with CHIP metrics and grant performance measures as outlined in workplans. Translate data findings into actionable evidence-based recommendations for program improvement and strategic alignment. Provide education and support to individuals with chronic diseases, their families, and caregivers, including self-management techniques, lifestyle modifications, and available resources. Develop and deliver educational materials, workshops, and training sessions to increase awareness and understanding of chronic diseases within the community. Facilitate support groups and community forums to foster peer support and provide a platform for individuals with chronic diseases to share their experiences and challenges. Coordinates and orchestrates the Minority Health Month awareness activities. Coordinate implementation of prevention programming including Safe Sleep outreach under Florida Healthy Babies, drowning prevention through Every Child a Swimmer, youth safety education through Safe Sitter, maternal substance use education under Well Woman Care, opioid overdose prevention education, and general injury prevention initiatives. Coordinate logistics for outreach events, trainings, coalition meetings, and community engagement activities. Ensure programming reflects evidence-based practices and aligns with identified social determinants of health priorities. Participate in community meetings, health fairs, and coalition activities to build relationships and strengthen cross-sector collaboration. Coordinate engagement with the Infant Mortality Task Force, Safe Kids Orange County Coalition, Health Equity partners, participant advisory groups, hospitals, schools, and community-based organizations. Support development and maintenance of collaborative agreements and collective impact efforts. Consult with internal departments, committees, and external partners to facilitate implementation and resolve barriers to service delivery. Create action plans based on research and program data to guide implementation activities aligned with CHIP and grant funded goals. Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with key stakeholders and community leaders to increase awareness and support for prevention initiatives. Develop strategies to expand partnerships and connect pregnant and parenting women, youth, and families to services addressing social determinants of health including housing stability, food security, access to care, behavioral health services, transportation, and safety. Performs other assigned duties as required. |
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:
Knowledge of: structured project management principles, including scope definition, timeline development, risk management, and performance monitoring frameworks. Knowledge of: core public health principles as defined by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Knowledge of: the principles and techniques of effective communication; principles and practices of health education; methods of data collection and basic analysis for incidence, prevalence, frequency, rates. Knowledge of program planning, implementation, and evaluation processes.
Understanding of strategic planning and action plan development. Basic computer and keyboarding skills. Knowledge of WINDOWS, MS OUTLOOK, Internet Explorer, and Excel.
• Skills in coordinating multiple projects simultaneously, developing work plans, and managing competing priorities in a complex public health environment. • Ability to independently manage project lifecycles, adapt to changing conditions, and ensure successful implementation of prevention initiatives aligned with strategic goals. Ability to: coordinate a team approach. Ability to demonstrate and exhibit respect for and sensitivity to the needs and rights of others, including those differing cultural, language racial, sexual, or ethnic identities. collect and analyze data; to communicate effectively; plan, organize, multi-task and coordinate work assignments; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of data collection methodologies, basic statistical analysis techniques, and performance measurement frameworks used in public health programs.
• Skill in using statistical software and data management tools to analyze, visualize, and report program data such as Excel, Canva, Visio, PowerBI, etc.
• Ability to interpret data, ensure data quality, and translate findings into actionable recommendations that improve program outcomes
Ability to establish trusting relationships and work effectively with community partners; actively listen to others; communicate effectively. Ability to effectively engage and motivate community members to participate in program activities.
Knowledge of: program evaluation methods, logic models, SWAT analysis and continuous quality improvement frameworks used in public health.
• Skill in developing evaluation plans, performance indicators, and outcome measurement strategies. Skilled in using data management tools and software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to assess program effectiveness, distinguish outputs from outcomes, and implement improvements based on evaluation findings to inform decision-making.
Knowledge of: stakeholder principles, community outreach strategies for public health programs and interventions
Knowledge of: Socioeconomical models, behavior changes theories, health communications strategies, principles and techniques of effective communication; principles and practices of health education and promotion.
• Skill in planning and executing outreach events, developing educational materials, and communicating effectively with diverse audiences.
• Ability to engage communities, build trust, and deliver impactful health education that supports behavior change.
Ability to: communicate effectively, work independently and exercise good professional judgment.
Knowledge of: administrative processes, organizational procedures, and public health program operations including knowledge of purchase orders, event planning, email management, telephone systems.
• Skill in time management, documentation, and coordination of multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work independently in field settings, and maintain professionalism in diverse environments.
Knowledge of: the principles and techniques of effective communication; principles and practices of health education.
Skilled in: networking, and problem solving in addition to facilitating meetings, developing agendas, meeting minutes, and structured communication plans.
Ability to engage in discussions with
various stakeholder, partners, and teammates including soliciting feedback, measuring engagement, and maintaining roles and responsibilities for partnerships with clear expectations and support.
Knowledge of: of WINDOWS, MS OUTLOOK, Internet, Explorer, Word, OneNote, Microsoft TEAMS and Excel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Requires current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The Department of Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship.
3 years of verifiable professional experience in the public health field (chronic disease, infectious disease, behavioral health, health education or related fields), epidemiology, community health or a similar role.
1 year of verifiable professional experience in developing and executing structured project management (PMP, PMI, SCRUM etc) for public health programs (analysis plans, implementation plans, outreach plans, project charters, Sprints).
1 year of verifiable professional experience in identifying, describing and summarizing health patterns and trends by performing data analysis (incidence, prevalence, frequency, association) to develop public health interventions, programs, activities, and events.
1 year of verifiable professional experience in identifying, cultivating, and managing relationships with key partners, community leaders, organizations, and key stakeholders.
1 year of verifiable professional experience in planning, organizing, coordinating, and conducting community meetings.
1 year of verifiable professional experience in collecting, compiling, and analyzing information and data using SAS, R, SPSS, or other analytical software to produce summaries and written reports.
Requires the incumbent to conduct outreach in the field at various locations throughout Orange County.
A valid FL driver’s license or state identification card OR a valid driver’s license from another state (you will be required to get a FL driver license within 30 days of hire).
This position requires daily in-office or field work.
This is a grant funded position and may require occasional travel out of county and/or state.
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 and/or out-of-state deployment.
*Preferred
A bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, public administration or other related field or minimum five years' experience in the public health field (chronic disease, infectious disease, behavioral health or related fields).
A Master's degree in Public Health.
Work Location: 6101 Lake Ellenor 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.
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.
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 reflect 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.
ORLANDO, FL, US, 32809
Nearest Major Market: Orlando