GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64080978

Requisition No: 881711 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64080978

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64080978 

Salary:  $40,320.85 - $45,0000 

Posting Closing Date: 08/26/2026 

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Internal Agency Only

(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.

Division of Disease Control and Health Protection

Bureau Of Communicable Diseases

HIV/AIDS

Government Operations Consultant I

Pending Classification Updates

This is a full-time, in-office position only

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a highly responsible position in the Bureau of Communicable Diseases that is responsible for analyzing, developing and assisting in the preparation of administrative guidelines, internal procedures, and practices of administration functions within the bureau such as, purchasing (methods of procurements, requisitions, and special approvals), encumbrances, state purchasing card (cardholder, level approver, and user accounts), communication service accounts with DMS and Office of Information Technology, asset management/inventory control, state-issued cellular phones/CPVBS, and MFMP user accounts. This position will support the Bureau of Communicable Diseases Office, Operations and Performance Management, TB, STD, Viral Hepatitis Outbreak Response Section (VHORS), and the HIV/AIDS Sections.

Responsible for facilitating the procurement of goods and services as requested by the Bureau of Communicable Diseases and ensures compliance with DOH policies and procedures. Conduct purchasing activities, which include, issuing purchase requisitions, obtaining quotes, communicating with vendors, and researching available resources.  Ensure bureau purchases and procedures are in accordance and compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Procure all commodities and services covered under any Department-implemented term contract through the terms and conditions as defined in the contract. Provide technical assistance, training, and administrative guidance relating to procurement activities. Monitor the purchasing policies and procedures within the Department and communicate with the bureau and sections. Assist in budget preparation by providing cost information and commodity availability. Develop competitive solicitations in conjunction with the Central Purchasing Office. Prepare and submit SOWs for Central Purchasing Office review and approval. Maintain direct order payment logs as invoices occur for processing for blanket purchase orders and staff augmentation (STC Admin & IT Consultant). Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable values for procurement activities.

Monitor purchase order and contract encumbrances balance to determine and initiate change update request. Ensure purchase order invoice is received and processed for payments in timely manner. Execute request for closure of remaining encumbrance after full payment is rendered for service/commodity. Ensure adequate unit allotment balance is available by category before requesting initiation of an encumbrance.

Responsible for adhering to the purchasing card guidelines, policies, and procedures. Monitor, review, reconcile, and approve purchasing card transactions in the state purchasing card Works system as required. Responsible for reviewing, processing, paying and reconciling of contact and purchase order invoices. Maintains and reviews computerized, or manual records of items purchased, costs, delivery and inventories.

Responsible for facilitating Bureau property inventory management and accountability. Ensures bureau procedures are in accordance and compliance with departmental and state rules and regulations for property inventory management. Responsible for tracking property for the bureau. Timely complete receiving reports. Initiate request to dispose of property.

Serves as the contract manager for purchase order contracts. Ensures that DOH policies and procedures related to contractual services are implemented accordingly. Provide procurement documents including development of scope of work, exemption request, minimum performance, standards, and deliverables, amendments, renewals, and extensions. Participate in preparation of procurement, contract, and purchase order documents.

Serves as the account manager for mobile devices, to include smart phones, cellular phones, and air cards. Coordinate requests with the CPBVS administrator as the CPBVS account manager. Ensure all mobile devices have a property tag and are tracked in the Department’s “Asset Management System. Monitors user account profile report. Ensures cell phone bill verification certifications submissions are completed by users as required.  Responsible for mobile devices reassignment when an employee is terminated or transferred to another unit.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of methods compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to develop various reports.
• Ability to assess program policies and procedures in relation to procurement needs.
• Ability to use FLAIR, MFMP, WORKS, FACTS, and the Financial Information System.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Skills using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Qualifications:

Minimum –

• Experience in contract management

Preferred –

• Experience using My Florida Market Place (MFMP)
• Florida Certified Contract Manger (FCCM)

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:

Tallahassee, 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.   

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.