PLANNER II - 64066382

Requisition No: 868250 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: PLANNER II - 64066382

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64066382 

Salary:  $45,000 - $55,000 Annual Salary Range 

Posting Closing Date: 01/27/2026 

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Open Competitive

Full time - Career Service

$45,000 - $55,000 Annual Salary ($1,730.76 - $2,115.38 Biweekly)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position requires daily in-office work and field work as scheduled. This Public Health Preparedness (PHP) Planner II position provides support to the Florida DOH and Taylor CHD using tools and resources that support preparedness and response activities. Collects, manages, updates and archives program operational data including plans, guidelines, presentations and strategic planning documents. The incumbent serves on the Performance Management Council (PMC) to help develop the DOH Taylor Quality Improvement (QI) Plan and provide direction for the Strategic Plan and QI Plan goals and objectives in an effort to develop an agency-wide culture of quality and to remain in alignment with accreditation requirements; analyzes data to evaluate departmental improvement projects serving as lead or serving within project team, as needed; participates in special projects, as needed; serves as oversight to the DOH Taylor Quality Improvement Team. Uses knowledge of quality improvement (QI) methods and processes to engage staff in improvement activities to develop a culture of quality within DOH Taylor and align with accreditation requirements.

• Plan Preparation: Develops and assists in coordination and implementation of plans, procedures, guidelines and strategies for preparedness, response, and recovery of natural or man-made emergencies and/or disasters. Assists in the preparation of and provides input on collaborative program planning documents such as emergency plans, standard operating guidelines and preparedness tools through coordination and maintenance of effective working relationships between CHD, local, state and federal government. Assists CHD leadership with guidelines, exercises, preparedness tools and measure of functional emergency preparedness in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Submits developed plans as required. Submits annual budget for approval and monitors annual spending. Makes approved purchases according to spending plan to support readiness activities.
• Training and Exercises: Ensures that all staff are adequately trained in their response role prior to an event. Conducts quarterly Everbridge Drills as directed. Ensures that the Special Needs Shelter (SpNS) registry is triaged annually. Assists with CHD leadership in the development and presentation regarding public health emergency and disaster preparedness and response related information and training for local, regional, and state partners as appropriate, including but not limited to county partners, civic groups, clubs, and public schools. Coordinates with CHD leadership and response partners to ensure public health emergency response processes and procedures are included in exercises, as appropriate, whether table-top, functional, or full-scale exercises. Develops an after-action report based on evaluation of the exercises and from comments captured during hot washes.
• Response: Ensures that Special Needs Registry (SpNS) clients are adequately placed during an event. Coordinates with CHD leadership, DOH Regional Emergency Response Advisor and State Emergency Support Function 8 (ESF-8) to define roles, responsibilities and standard operating procedures in augmenting CHD or Incident Command Staff during public health emergency response operations. These roles could include liaison with the RERA or subject matter experts and CHD leadership. These roles could include deployment, with Health Officer and/or direct supervisor approval, as requested by State ESF-8. Develops after action reports based on comments captured during hot washes or notes for improvement captured during the incident.
• Serves as Safety Coordinator. Facilitates scheduled meetings which establish and implement safety measures as required per DOHP 4-A2-11, Safety and Loss Prevention Program Procedure with assistance of the safety committee and Alternate Coordinator. Ensures completion of training, reporting, and inspection requirements.
  Serves as back up to TRAIN Administrator to assist employees as required.
• Assists with operational duties as assigned by operations manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others including community partners and residents of the community; to effectively develop and implement training programs; to work independently; to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; to travel as needed; to present in front of various groups of audience of any skill level.
•    Ability to complete and analyze data and to prepare reports within specific timeframes
•    Ability to lift up to 30 lbs, ability to lift, bend, push and pull to move equipment and supplies
•    Ability to use logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches
•    Knowledge of Incident Command and National Incident Management Systems
•    Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of curriculum development and implementation of training programs
•    Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of computer analysis
•    Knowledge and skills in use of various computer programs including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications:
Minimum - Valid Florida Driver's License, 1-3 years of experience working with emergency preparedness and response activities. 
Preferred - Completion of FEMA courses ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 (Required within 60 days of hire). Experience developing and maintaining relationships with community partners and the general public. Experience developing plans and procedures within specific timeframes. Experience developing and coordinating training and exercise activities. 

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:
Taylor County Health Department - 1215 Nth Peacock Avenue, Perry, Florida 32347

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.

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.