GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64031417

Requisition No: 874935 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64031417

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64031417 

Salary:  $42,463.48 - $47,709.83 

Posting Closing Date: 05/10/2026 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

Responsible for monitoring the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Section’s budgets, including management and reconciliation of expenditures, analyzing surplus/ deficit expenditures to ensure appropriate utilization, preparing date and budgetary analyses and disseminating as analyses information as appropriate, maintaining a thorough and accurate spending plan, assisting in contract and grant development, including assuming the lead for completion of the budget for the Maternal and Child Health Block Grant (MCHBG) application and other MCH grant applications, maintenance of the MCHBG and other MCH grant cost sharing information, and assuring compliance with requirements of federal grant funds or other trust fund monies.  This also includes providing consultive services, technical and budgetary assistance, and contract and grant management services in the overall development of policies and programs that impact maternal and child health care issues and the delivery of services.

Participate in quality improvements activities, such as gathering and organizing information on problems or procedures related to the business functions and processes of the MCH Section and developing solutions or alternative methods of proceeding; as well as, assisting in the planning, development and implementation of new initiatives and improvements.

Consults and provide technical assistance to the MCH programs which will, a minimum, include assisting with the development, review and routing of contracts, invoice processing, monitoring and implementation, and assisting in the development and implementation of funding allocation methodologies for Florida's Healthy Start Program.

Coordinates and assists with the development of policies, standards, protocols, program designs, manuals, and reports necessary for the implementation of MCH programs and projects as legislated and funded.

Serves as the Bureau Contract Liaison.

Assist with budgetary analysis of proposed legislative bills, budget issues, grant applications, and research relevant to MCH as assigned.

Perform and completed other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed and within designated timeframes, including serving as a contract manager as required by Florida Statute 287.015(13), when needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The position requires knowledge of budgeting, expenditure tracking, and grants management, including federal and state requirements, as well as knowledge of contract development, routing, monitoring, and compliance processes, and Maternal and Child Health (MCH) program operations and policies. The role requires skill in analyzing financial data, preparing budget reports, interpreting legislative and program impacts, organizing information, identifying process issues, and supporting quality improvement activities. Strong communication skills are essential for conveying financial and technical information to internal and external stakeholders. The position also requires the ability to maintain accurate spending plans and cost‑sharing documentation; provide technical assistance on contracts, budgets, and program procedures; coordinate multiple projects and deadlines; develop and implement policies and program documentation; and serve as a contract manager in accordance with Florida Statute 287.015(13).

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
• Experience in budgeting, financial analysis, expenditure tracking, or grants management.
• Experience developing, reviewing, or monitoring contracts or grant documents.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Ability to communicate technical or financial information clearly and effectively.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience preparing spending plans, forecasting expenditures, or managing cost‑sharing         

  documentation.
• Experience supporting or preparing grant applications, including federal block grants.
• Experience performing legislative or budget issue analysis.

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.