GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64007230

Requisition No: 854779 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64007230

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64007230 

Salary:  $51,463.48- $57,519.80 

Posting Closing Date: 07/13/2025 

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Florida Department of Health

Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a responsible professional position supervised by the Senior Management Analyst II - SES. The incumbent in this position will require commensurate skill, professional judgment, and knowledge to coordinate activities related to the planning and implementing of a statewide system of early intervention services for young children and their families. The position performs the functions required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part C and Part III of Chapter 391, Florida Statutes) related to the implementation of the Early Steps program. Key tasks will include the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of training as required by IDEA, Part C for Early Steps, in addition to program consultation and technical assistance activities related to the system of professional development.

• Coordinate and facilitate ongoing opportunities for professional development at both the Early Steps State Office and Local Early Steps offices. This may include, but not be limited to, coordinating and facilitating monthly community of practice or topical calls; planning and coordinating regional or statewide conferences or learning opportunities. All activities will be coordinated with Early Steps managers and may include collaboration with key in-state partners and federal technical assistance providers.
• Develop, evaluate and review statewide professional development training for local and state Early Steps staff and service providers. Deliver training to various audiences in various formats.
• Provide program consultation, technical assistance, and oversight of activities for assigned topical areas related to the implementation of the Early Steps program.
• Serve as lead staff in the development, revision, and ongoing maintenance of assigned Early Steps policies and guidance documents, including related forms.
• Participates as liaison with agencies, workgroups, and committees on the local, state, and national levels to coordinate services and supports for Early Steps infants, toddlers and their families. Facilitate and present on various topics at conferences and meetings.
• Service as a liaison between service coordinators and providers at the local level and the state office.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• Travel is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of early intervention programs and service delivery systems for infants and toddlers and the continuum of care for children with special health/developmental needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, prepare written material and conduct oral presentations. Skills in developing working relationships.
• Ability to review and analyze legislation and plan legislative implementation.
• Ability to facilitate meetings and write documents to exchange information, determine actions and accomplish objectives.
• Ability to facilitate community collaboration activities.
• Ability to travel.
• Knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and database systems.
• Knowledge of the principles of all automated office equipment.
• Knowledge of confidentiality rules.
• Knowledge of different media used for electronic training, i.e., webinars, video conferencing, TRAIN, Articulate 360.
• Ability to search the internet for business-related information.
• Communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and work effectively across agency lines.
• Organize work and make independent decisions.
• Work independently on difficult tasks and understand and carry out complicated oral and written instructions.
• Prioritize workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously and follow through on issues promptly.
• Work effectively at a fast pace and produce quality work in stressful situations.
• Possess reliable work habits, being punctual and showing practical time management skills.

Qualifications:

Valid Driver's License

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work, psychology, early childhood education, child development, special education, health education, or equivalent degree.

At least two years of hands-on professional experience working with young children and families in case management, education, or counseling role, or with individuals with special needs and/or delays of any age in case management or service provision. Time spent in an internship or practicum can be applied to the hands-on experience requirement. 

Early Intervention, Pre-K or Head Start experience; Experience with evaluation and assessment of young children, especially infants and toddlers; Understanding of typical and atypical infant and toddler development in social-emotional, cognitive, adaptive, motor, self-help and communication domains; Experience in assisting families in transitioning young children from Part C (or other program) to other early education and care programs. Enrollment, or eligible for enrollment, in the Florida Medicaid system as a service coordinator or early intervention provider. 

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:

2020 Capital Circle SE, Tallahassee, FL 32399

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.    

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.