COMMUNITY PLANNER - 64082410

Requisition No: 876857 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: COMMUNITY PLANNER - 64082410

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64082410 

Salary:  $47,000.00 to $50,489.40 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 06/18/2026 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This role supports the Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County by coordinating public health projects and community health initiatives. It leads and supports the Community Health Assessment (CHA) and related prevention and health improvement efforts. Key duties include maintaining community partnerships, analyzing data for planning and reporting, and assisting with accreditation, performance management, strategic initiatives, and quality improvement. This full-time in-office position also supports community outreach and education and works independently under the Program Manager’s direction.

Key Responsibilities

Community Health and Needs Assessment (CHNA)

• Lead and coordinate all CHNA activities, including planning sessions, focus groups, and stakeholder engagement
• Analyze survey and assessment data to identify community health needs and disparities ·
• Develop and maintain the CHA report and all required documentation

Community Health Improvement and Education

• Serve as a liaison to Healthy Charlotte
• Use CHNA data to establish priorities and evidence-based strategies
• Facilitate meetings, events, and partner collaboration
• Participate in public events, presentations, and activities that support prevention and health improvement
• Develop clear and accessible educational materials based on community needs
• Engage residents and partner organizations to increase awareness of public health issues and available resources

PHAB Accreditation Support

• Assist with accreditation and re-accreditation activities
• Prepare and submit required documentation, identify gaps, and support site visit readiness

Performance Management

• Utilize the agency’s performance management system for monitoring and reporting
• Assist in preparing agendas, reports, presentations, minutes, and performance scorecards
• Report on the impact of programs and initiatives across the public health system

Quality Improvement (QI)

• Support and lead QI initiatives
• Coordinate quality improvement projects with supervisors and staff
• Conduct training
• Align QI activities with performance management, CHNA, and state/local initiatives

Strategic Planning

• Lead and coordinate the department’s strategic initiatives and plans
• Analyze trends, identify organizational opportunities, and guide leadership in long-term planning
• Measure and report progress

Workforce Development

• Participate and/or lead the Workforce Development Workgroup
• Coordinate workforce surveys, training needs assessments, and employee engagement
• Identify and arrange training to address competency gaps

Data Analysis

• Collect and analyze program and community health data
• Identify trends, prepare reports, and create visual data presentations
• Provide data insights to inform program decisions and identify improvement opportunities

Other Duties

• Coordinate scheduling, meetings, and training across projects
• Attend required training, professional development, and staff meetings
• Produce written and oral reports for internal and external audiences
• Design, administer, and analyze surveys for various initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position

• Advanced knowledge of public health program evaluation
• Advanced knowledge of data collection and analysis methodology
• Ability to take initiative in performing current job duties and taking on duties of greater responsibility
• Skill in oral and written communication, including the ability to draft, proof, and construct professional documents and correspondence using contemporary business standards
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based business software applications including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher
• Advanced knowledge of performance management systems
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others including the ability to effectively manage conflict
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
•  Courtesy: Treats customers, the public and staff with courtesy and respect and presents a positive public image
• Communication: Keeps supervisor fully informed of activities, pertinent issues, upcoming events, and potential problems.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in daily work.
• Teamwork: Supports the goals of the unit, department, and organization and works with others in an effort to accomplish the organization’s mission
• Safety: Adheres to established safety procedures and practices in the work area 
• Information Security & Privacy: Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with DOH policies and procedures by complying with information Security & Privacy policies, protocols, and procedures.

Qualifications:

• A valid driver’s license is required.
• A bachelor’s degree with major in health education, community or public health, or behavioral sciences from a U.S. accredited college or university is preferred.
• Public Health experience is preferred.

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:

Port Charlotte, FL

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.   

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.

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. 

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.