GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 64085580

Requisition No: 862303 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 64085580

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64085580 

Salary:  $42,461.57 

Posting Closing Date: 10/09/2025 

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Department of Health

Division of Medical Quality Assurance

Bureau of Enforcement

Investigative Services Unit – Headquarters (Tallahassee)

Internal Agency Opportunity

Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees).  Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a highly professional position responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, evaluating, and providing consultative services and technical assistance for the statewide inspection program for the professions of Pharmacy, Dispensing Practitioners, Pain Clinics, Optical, Electrolysis, Massage, Dental and Office Surgery Center. The incumbent will exercise independent judgment in formulating or assisting in the formulation of policies and procedures that have significant impact to program operations. Specific duties and responsibilities of this position include the following:

• Coordinates and manages the inspection program for the applicable professions to include: serving as the liaison between the Board offices and the field investigators, tracking and compiling statistical data reports for open and completed inspections, preparing and performing other inspection administrative and analytical duties as needed.
• Assists in the development, coordination and implementation of statewide policies, procedures and desk guides for the applicable professions.  Identifies areas of concern and formulates recommendations for resolution.

• Develops, modifies and uses program evaluation and quality improvement guidelines and standards to evaluate and assess statewide performance to ensure consistency and compliance with statutory and department requirements.
• Serves as subject matter expert liaison for response to board office related questions from unit managers, inspectors, investigators, department staff and the public.
• Routinely participates in the development of statewide training for the applicable professions. Assists in the development of training material for statewide dissemination. Holds statewide conference calls on an as needed basis.
• Assists with bill analysis, implementation plans, response letters and projects related to inspection issues.
• Periodically represents the unit at various departmental meetings regarding the applicable profession's inspection program and serves as liaison with other state and local agencies.
• Act as the unit’s liaison with the internal IT for new and existing computer programs for the applicable inspectable professions. 
• Performs other duties and assignments as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: knowledge of computer software, to include Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel; ability to work independently; ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to use good judgement and decision making; data analysis and statistical reporting skills; analytical skills; ability to conduct fact-finding research; developing reports skills; customer service skills; ability to conduct problem solving; critical thinking skills; ability to communicate complex information effectively, orally and in writing; skill in written communications; ability to identify key policy issues and make recommendations to senior management officials. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to those who meet the following minimum requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• 2 years administrative experience to include computer software, data entry, data analysis, and document preparation.
• College education substitute for the required college education on a year for year basis.

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) 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.

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.