REGULATORY SPECIALIST III - 64007247

Requisition No: 837663 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: REGULATORY SPECIALIST III - 64007247

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64007247 

Salary:  $35,317.26/annually 

Posting Closing Date: 09/26/2024 

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Division of Medical Quality Assurance

Bureau of Health Care Practitioner Regulation

Board of Nursing

Regulatory Specialist III

Tallahassee, FL

Full Time, Career Service

*Open Competitive*

 
Your Specific Responsibilities:

The employee in this position reports to and assists the Regulatory Supervisor and Program Operations Administrator on the Advanced Processing Team in the Board of Nursing. This position is a professional position in which the employee functions as a team member who processes, evaluates, and determines eligibility for complex licensure applications. The incumbent must be able to understand and apply Florida Statutes, rules, policies, and procedures that are applicable to the Board of Nursing

Specific Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Evaluate complex applications containing health and/or discipline history for all individuals applying for licensure under the Board of Nursing: CNA, LPN, RN, and APRN. Correspond in writing to applicants in conjunction with processing their application, to notify them of deficiencies and application statuses, as well as to clarify concerns, obtain additional information or explain relevant statutes or processing procedures. Responds to email inquiries within 24 business hours. Process complex documents that require specialized training to review health and disciplinary documents. Responsible for ensuring the accuracy of licensure information in the database and reports any errors. Maintains an electronic licensure filing system.
• Monitor and work files from the Background Screening Unit Return Queue to determine application status, eligibility and update the file/approve as necessary.
• Prepare written Board summaries for the bi-monthly Board Meeting agenda, pursuant to Board guidelines.
• Monitor files conditionally approved by the Board, as well as Conditional/Active licenses.
• Meet or exceed team production standards and participate in staff meetings. Perform other duties as assigned by managerial staff.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to compile, organize and analyze complex data.
Ability to investigate, analyze and resolve complex complaints.
Ability to understand and apply Florida Statutes, rules, policies and procedures for licensing and regulation of professionals.
Ability to provide consultative assistance to team members and professionals.
Ability to plan and organize work activities.
Ability to maintain effective verbal and written communication.
Ability to establish and maintain dependable, effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain pre-approved work schedule with minimal interruptions to workflow.
Experience with Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Experience with LEIDS, Axiom Pro

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to those who meet the following minimum requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years administrative experience to include computer software, dataentry, travel arrangement preparation, document preparation, personnel, and budget review.
• College education can substitute for the required experience on a year for-year basis.

**All applications for employment must be received via the People First System.**

**NOTE: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See resume” on the application. Include all education and work history on the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.**

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:

Our office is located in the Southwood area of Tallahassee in the Capital Circle Office Complex at:

4042 Bald Cypress Way

Tallahassee, FL 32399

** Work from home options available after initial training period **

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.

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.