OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64855586

Requisition No: 860283 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64855586

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64855586 

Salary:  Hourly Rate of Pay: $20.00 

Posting Closing Date: 09/21/2025 

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Open Competitive Opportunity

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated individual to become an essential member of the Office of Rural Health (ORH) team.

This role assists theProgram Administrator and the ORH in the coordination and implementation of the State Office of Rural Health (SORH) grant activities. This administrative, technical and consultative position develops and implements the federal SORH Program in Florida.

The SORH Coordinator role oversees the nine Rural Health Network programmatic projects, oversees new programs, and coordinates with rural partners. The role develops and disseminates health resources which includes weekly updates to rural health stakeholders using email/web platforms. This information includes grant opportunities, educational webinars, new resources, policy briefs and technical assistance opportunities. This role is also responsible for developing agendas, coordinating regular meetings, and holding calls with stakeholders.

If you thrive in a dynamic, people-oriented environment and want to help influence access to quality health care in rural areas, please apply to become our SORH Coordinator within the Office of Rural Health. The Department works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Assist the Director with annual Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) grant applications and reporting requirements.
• Assist the Director as needed to achieve program goals and objectives for the Office of Rural Health.
• Assist in the development and dissemination of health communication and education tools, including weekly/monthly updates to rural health stakeholders using email and web platforms.
• Regularly update Office of Rural Health webpages; assist in the creation of factsheets, one-pagers, and other relevant communication tools.
• Develop agendas and coordinate regular Teams/Zoom meetings and calls with rural health stakeholders, including small rural hospitals, critical access hospitals, rural health networks, local health planning councils, and area health education centers.

• Assist Director with collaboration efforts among rural partners and technical assistance to small rural hospitals and critical access hospitals.
• Maintains correspondence, reports and other documents for the Office of Rural Health with a tickler system to ensure deadlines are met.

• Assist the Director with collecting and disseminating health-related information, coordinating state rural health resources and activities, and technical assistance.
• Assist the Director with annual Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) grant applications and reporting requirements, and other duties as assigned.
• Assist the Small Rural Hospital Improvement Grant Coordinator in the process of procurement for SORH grant purchases.
• Provide assistance as needed in emergency response to and recovery following natural or man-made disasters.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of public health, public administration, health care or social services.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as a team member.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment (ability to be flexible).
• Ability to write content for the web, develop factsheets, draft grant applications and reports.
• Ability to provide effective presentations and information to a broad range of audiences.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to complete, plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Skill in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with graphic design, web content, and communication tools.

Qualifications:

Professional experience in social services, public health, or health care education is preferred.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills, flexibility, innovation, and desire to improve health care for Florida’s rural residents.

Travel Time:  1-25%

Increase technical knowledge, skills, and abilities by complementing workshops, classes, seminars, and video-assisted training.

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:

4042 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, FL

The Benefits of Working as OPS for the State of Florida:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan
• Workers’ Compensation
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program

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.