GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64030227

Requisition No: 878646 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64030227

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64030227 

Salary:  $50,000 - $70,000 

Posting Closing Date: 07/22/2026 

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OPEN COMPETITIVE

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a highly responsible professional position that reports directly to the Program Administrator for the Division of Community Health Promotion.  This position serves as the strategic development lead for the Division of Community Health Promotion. The position is responsible for initiating and supporting the design, implementation and management of data analysis tools that drive quality improvement across all Division bureaus and programs.  This position will work with staff across programs within the Division to develop data analytic tools to enable staff to collect, process and interpret data for actionable decision making. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Lead the development of Division key health indicators to monitor programmatic progress towards goals. Provides core expertise, technical assistance and quality improvement guidance on data collection applications; as well as ensures that applications used within the Division comply with the requirements of the Department, Florida Statutes and federal grant requirements. Works with cross-functional teams, including epidemiologists, program staff, budget staff, and Division leadership to understand data needs and support strategic planning.

Assist bureaus within the Division with development, review, and publication of data visualization dashboards using tools like Qlik or Tableau to communicate process and outcome findings across bureaus. Identifies data from multiple sources for relevant application to programs within the Division. Coordinates with other DOH Divisions and Offices to utilize shared data sources. Coordinates with the Department’s Office of Information Technology to ensure data integrity, accuracy and adherence to policy and regulatory requirements. Leads the Division in coordinating data linkages with the health information exchange as needed.

Responsible for assisting the Division with development of policy decisions and strategic planning activities.  Assist bureaus within the Division, on an on-going basis, with planning evaluation activities which will include both formative and summative evaluations of each program component and analyzes quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate the effectiveness of the program, as well as continuous review and recommendations for program improvement or refinement. Develops, maintains, and manages databases and data sources to improve available resources and procedures.

Participates in the development of initiatives to expand, improve, and coordinate activities and services with the Division of Community Health Promotion, other DOH programs, other state agencies and public health partners. Serves as the liaison for the Division on ad hoc committees as needed.  Serves as the Division liaison to internal strategic planning efforts.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments; Ability to work independently; and Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Skills to work collaboratively across organizational units and with diverse groups of people; organize information in logical formats for presentation in reports, documents, or training materials; evaluate and process information and make informed decisions.  Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in groups; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; manage multiple tasks efficiently; analyze and solve problems.

Qualifications:

Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating strategic plans or long‑range organizational initiatives

Ability to analyze complex operational issues and translate findings into actionable strategies

Demonstrated skill in using data to forecast trends, identify gaps, and support decision‑making

Experience leading cross‑functional projects or organizational improvement efforts

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing executive‑level reports and presentations

Ability to collaborate effectively with leadership, managers, and program staff across multiple bureaus or divisions

Proficiency with data analysis tools, dashboards, or planning software

High attention to detail and accuracy

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, Florida

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.