BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IV - 64043746

Requisition No: 872799 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IV - 64043746

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64043746 

Salary:  $55,634.28 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 04/01/2026 

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BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IV

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• This Biological Scientist IV position serves as a data analyst and assistant program coordinator for the Disease Control Division. This position works under the supervision of the Disease Control Research and Surveillance Program Manager and will also be required to perform data functions for the Division Director, the Executive Management Team, and the County Health Department Director as needed.
• Serves as the lead analysis coordinator for public health data reporting and epidemiological surveillance tracking for senior leadership, internal programs, and external partners. Collects, compiles, and analyzes data from Disease Control systems for ongoing monitoring in order to evaluate their effectiveness, to determine progress on achieving agency objectives, and for continuous program improvement. Assists in preparing annual performance reports, including progress on performance measures and evaluation results. Prepares program materials and other reports and materials as assigned.
• Conducts complex activities around surveillance and investigation of disease. This may include investigation design, targeted field investigations, interviews, and data analysis. Ensures timely follow up of appropriate measures and notification of manager. Attends meetings as requested and as needed including monthly program and divisional coordination meetings
• This position assists with the coordination and oversight of volunteers and interns in the Surveillance and Research Program. Completes professional trainings to maintain consistent growth and to ensure awareness of public health best practices. Completes timesheets and EARS reporting timely and accurately.
• Provides back up to other members of the Division of Disease Control and Health Protection as assigned at an operational level. This may include but is not limited to: Direct Observed Therapy (DOT), outreach efforts, immunization clinics, disease investigations, and traveler monitoring. Performs other related duties as assigned
• Assists with the collection and verification of data for the Strategic Plan, Community Health Assessment, and Snapshot measures. Prepares and conducts presentations for staff and partners as needed to share public health data. Investigates, evaluates, and reports on applicability, efficiency, and accuracy of statistical methods used to obtain and evaluate data. Assists with Research & Surveillance program planning, evaluation, and training for assigned activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of methods of data collection and analysis, including the ability to access and extract information from multiple databases.
• Knowledge of public health policies and public health laws to include but not limited to information security and HIPAA.
• Skills in computer software programs used to facilitate job duties such as Microsoft Office Suite, R, Epi Info, SAS and/or SPSS. Skills in extracting and preparing data and information into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials that suit the needs of a variety of users.
• Ability to design and conduct evaluation activities and statistical surveys.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments and manage multiple projects. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and in the community.
• Ability to work independently using critical thinking and logic. Ability to use problem solving techniques

Qualifications:

Minimum

• Valid Driver’s license,
• At least 1 year of public speaking experience
• At least 1 year of data analysis in a professional setting 

Preferred

• Master’s degree in public health or related field from an accredited institution
• Computer literacy and professional experience with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of epidemiological principles
• Two years of experience working with public health datasets

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:

Department of Health in Pinellas County

St. Petersburg location

205 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr St N,

St. Petersburg, FL 33701

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.    

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.