GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64061071

This is an independent and complex administrative senior level consultative position that provides operational and management coordination for Emergency/Disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities for Department of Health - Martin County (DOH-Martin). The incumbent in this position will act as the DOH-Martin lead in the development and promotion of emergency preparedness and response capabilities on a community-wide level to “all hazards” through standardized emergency protocols, collaborative training and simulated exercises. This position provides direction, guidance and counsel to all staff including the administrator and executive steering committee.  The position reports directly to the Environmental Manager-SES.

Work Group Facilitation and Project Management:  Facilitates, coordinates, and manages assigned projects and work group activities that develop protocols and plans required to attain DOH-Martin’s emergency preparedness goals. Responsible for leading DOH-Martin in planning, training, implementation and overall coordination of multi-disciplinary team approach to disaster preparedness.  Reviews administrative policies, procedures, guidelines and related directives to be implemented; evaluates impact on operations; identifies potential problems; recommends appropriate action.  Investigates, assesses, analyzes and makes recommendations to resolve issues and problems. Some products must be collaborative efforts of workgroups comprised of representatives from various organizations.  The position leads and facilitates workgroups to include, but not limited to: recruiting members, arranging meetings, preparing agendas, facilitating meetings, and drafting products that meet preparedness and operational objectives.  Plans and coordinates activities related to the Special Needs Shelter. Facilitates communication and dissemination of information concerning Public Health Preparedness and emergency response activities among DOH-Martin staff and community-wide emergency response partners.

Response Operations and Preparedness Exercise:  Responsible for leading the coordination of preparedness activities to ensure a high level of staff competency for emergency response operations using the Incident Command System. Activities include, but are not limited to, cultivating partnerships, receiving and giving training, participating in and arranging exercises and drills, preparation of After Action Reports, and other advanced preparations for emergency operations. Utilizes the quality improvement cycle of Plan-DO-Check-Act to identify and correct gaps in preparedness operations. Serves as the Planning Chief during emergencies.

Administration and Training:  Coordinates with state and national partners to provide training in Martin County.  Provides oral and written communications on pertinent preparedness information received from meetings, trainings, and conferences. Coordinates with state and national partners to provide training in Martin County. Conducts NIMS ICS Training for staff and applicable partners to ensure compliance with FEMA requirements.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work flow and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices.  Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials.  Ability to conduct fact-finding research.  Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.  Ability to work independently.  Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities.  Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.  Ability to communicate effectively.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 

Qualifications:

Minimum:

Must be willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal working hours or days in the even 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 threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.

Must have a valid driver's license.

Have at least one year of experience in emergency management, disaster preparedness, or emergency response.

Have at least one year of experience developing and writing emergency preparedness and or response plans.

Preferred:

Bachelors Preferred

Completed ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 training.

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:

3441 SE Willoughby Blvd, Stuart, Florida, 34994

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

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• 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.