GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64026040

Open Competitive Opportunity **Previous applicants need not reapply**

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is seeking a creative, highly organized, career-oriented, flexible, and motivated individual to become an essential member of our team as a Government Operations Consultant III. DOH works to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts. As one of Florida’s leading state agencies, DOH’s workforce has more than 11,000 employees who serve millions of individuals across the state striving to be the Healthiest state in the nation!

If you thrive in a dynamic, people-oriented environment and want to help influence the quality of public health in Florida, please apply for an exciting opportunity to become a valued team member in the Bureau of Community Health Assessment within the Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position works in a team environment in Bureau of Community Health Assessment in the Health Improvement Planning Section. The professional work performed supports and provides technical assistance to Department of Health divisions, offices and County Health Departments with a focus on community-driven health improvement planning and evidence-informed planning and performance management. These duties and responsibilities support operations, contribute towards improved health outcomes, and fulfillment of Department of Health mission critical activities. Specific responsibilities include the following:

State Health Improvement Planning Process: The team member serves as a content expert and technical advisor on the state health improvement planning process, including the State Health Assessment. They provide technical assistance to the State Health Office and facilitate strategic planning with Priority Area Workgroups towards the creation and maintenance of the State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP).

Community Health Planning and Implementation: The team member acts as a liaison and provides technical assistance to county health departments and community agencies on the community health planning, implementation, and improvement process. They coordinate meeting schedules, conference calls, and travel logistics required to implement community health improvement activities and also coordinate inventory and distribution of related reference materials.

Training and Development: The team member participates in and contributes to the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of training materials related to community health assessment and health improvement planning. They develop unit publications including the SHIP and the Agency Strategic Plan.

Performance Monitoring and Data Management: The team member collects and monitors performance indicators across SHIP Priority Area Workgroups, Department Divisions, and County Health Departments for the performance management system. They enter and interpret data related to performance monitoring measurement and model/promising practices, utilizing a standardized mechanism for collection and dissemination of this information.

Web-Based Resources and Technical Skills: The team member provides expertise and applies technical skills to the production and maintenance of web-based resources for community health assessment and improvement planning, online training, and surveying.

Performs other duties as required, including contract management. Responsible for maintaining the security of information and protecting confidentiality consistent with state and federal laws and rules as well as departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of applied research and/or evaluation methods

Knowledge of public health, public administration, health care administration or social services administration

Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

Strong organizational skills to lead and communicate plan goals and objectives

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to communicate effectively and concisely

Ability to communicate expectations, assignments and responsibilities clearly and professionally

Ability to write grammatically correct and accurate reports that communicate concise reports

Ability to review and analyze agency records and documents

Ability to provide effective presentations and information to a broad range of audiences, internal and external to the Department

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and delegate work assignments

Ability to work independently and cooperatively as a manager and team member

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in fields such as public health, health administration, social work, or a related field is preferred. Professional experience in any of the following fields: social services, public health, health improvement planning, performance management, strategic planning, program or policy planning and development, program monitoring or evaluation is preferred. The incumbent must also have experience in applying research and evaluation methods, such as collecting, organizing, and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, identifying and developing findings and areas for improvement, and developing recommendations and approaches to improve performance.

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 Capital Circle Office Complex

4025 Esplanade Way

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.