Requisition No: 837965 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64858494

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64858494 

Salary:  $30 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 10/04/2024 

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OPEN COMPETITIVE

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Lead in the review and analysis of data for the Telehealth Minority Maternity Care Program and maternal and child health in addition to other health related data and information that impact policy and program development, including the compilation of related data-based and informed reports, fact sheets, white papers, databases, dashboards, and other products in a timely and accurate manner for distribution to internal and external customers, as needed and/or requested.

Perform research, data analysis, and evaluation using various statistical and data managing software packages, such as SPSS, SAS, Stata, R, SQL, and MS Access to collect and analyze data pertaining to the Telehealth Minority Maternity Care Program, maternal and child health, and other Bureau of Family Health Services programs and projects, as well as other health related issues. This includes maintaining knowledge of relevant data sets and availability, data tools/software and trends.

Initiate and carry out statistical analysis, including formative and summative evaluations along with other health related data and activities, in addition to providing an ongoing assessment of data capacity and quality related to linkages, access, and use of key and relevant data sets.

Provide research and statistical analysis support, training, and technical assistance to programs within the Bureau of Family Health Services, including interpreting data and communicating the same to Bureau and Division of Community Health Promotion staff, local Departments of Health, and external partners.

Conduct epidemiologic research.

This position ensures that all affiliated responsibilities are carried out in an efficient and effective manner and performs other related duties as required.

This position reports to the Program Administrator.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of research methods for compiling, organizing and analyzing data; skill using a variety of statistical and data management software packages; ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials; ability to conduct fact-finding research; ability to analyze and interpret data and to explain same to in-house staff, staffing the local DOHs and other external partners in a manner that is clear and understandable to non-experts; ability to utilize problem-solving techniques; ability to design and conduct training programs; skill in presenting information in a clear and understandable manner; ability to work with minimal direction and oversight; ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; and the ability to communicate well with others and convey information effectively, both verbally and in writing, as indicated by the needs of the audience.

Qualifications:

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, epidemiology, or related field.
• At least 2 years of professional experience conducting and evaluating epidemiologic studies.
• At least 2 years of experience creating and maintaining databases, performing data analysis and visualization and scientific report writing.
• At least 2 years of experience using Microsoft Excel and Stata, SAS, or SPSS.

Other job-related requirements for this position:

Emergency Duty - Incumbent may be required to work during or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or to perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. The incumbent may have access to records containing social security numbers in the performance of job duties.

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. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

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

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.