GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64004259

Requisition No: 875156 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64004259

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64004259 

Salary:  $1,733.08 - $2,037.00 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 06/15/2026 

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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: 64004259

Base Salary: $1,733.08 - $2,037.00 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:

This position is a Contract Manager for DOH-Orange.  This position: is for technical work involving writing, negotiating, monitoring and evaluating standard contracts, memorandums of agreement, memorandums of understanding, and revenue generated contracts for multiple programs within the DOH-Orange; consults with the legal office, purchasing department, business office, Contract Administrator and program managers to accomplish the aforementioned; and, requires an excellent knowledge of contract rules and statutes and outstanding skills in working with various programs and vendors.

Carry out the preparations for contracting. Enforce the contract terms and conditions and serve as a liaison to the contractor. Write, assemble and execute all DOH-Orange contractual documents including all needed and/or required attachments and exhibits in accordance with established department policy and guidelines. Prepare and process all contract/agreement's renewals, amendments and close-outs.  Maintain the files of record pertaining to the contract(s) managed.

Monitor the provider's performance and programmatic terms of the Contract. Ensure the provider has met all contract terms and conditions, and all requirements specified in the standard contract. Prepares and distribute monitor reports and corrective action plans.  Provide follow-up to issued corrective action plans to ensure identified deficiency(ies) are corrected.

Processing, inspecting, reviewing, and approving the provider's deliverables and authorizing invoices for payment, as appropriate.Reviewing and reconciling the provider's documentation of contract-related expenditures. Reviewing the provider's detailed budget and maintaining all documentation supporting the cost analysis. Monitor and reconcile encumbrances.

Serve as a liaison between the CHD Program Offices and the Bureau of General Services, Central Purchasing Office, by providing guidance and technical assistance on the submission and requirements of competitive solicitations.

Monitor the Department performance and programmatic terms of the 340B Revenue Generated Contracts.  Ensure the Department meets all contractual terms and conditions, and all requirements specified in the contract.  Prepares and distributes the monitor report to the Program Office manager.  If a corrective action is issued, ensure identified deficiency(ies) are corrected.

Other Duties as assigned.

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

Knowledge of creating, negotiating, executing, and storing contracts/purchase orders.

Understanding contract law, compliance, and legal terminology.

Attention to detail ensuring accuracy in complex documents.

Analyze data to track performance.

Managing multiple tasks simultaneous.

Ability to compare invoices against purchase orders, contracts, and receiving reports, and to resolve discrepancies.

Ability to review performance and evaluate deliverables.

Understanding of contract types, clauses, and legal principles.

Familiarity with federal, state, and organizational procurement policies (e.g., FAR, FS).

Ability to monitor performance and evaluate deliverables.

Strong verbal and written skills for reporting.

Building and maintaining professional relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 1+ years of verified experience preparing, assembling, and executing contracts or purchase orders in compliance with department policies.

One year of verifiable experience in reviewing provider deliverables and authorizing invoice payments.

Least one year of verifiable experience interacting with and effectively communicating with providers/vendors/stakeholders.

You may be required to perform emergency duties before, during and/or beyond normal business hours and/or days in the event of an emergency, disaster or threat of disaster man-made or natural. 

This position requires daily in-office or field work. You must physically come into the office daily and perform field work.

This position requires current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.  The Department of Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship. You muust be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Where You Will Work

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.