SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST II - SES - 64056573

Requisition No: 870821 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST II - SES - 64056573

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64056573 

Salary:  $70,000.00 - $75,444.72 

Posting Closing Date: 03/26/2026 

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Florida Department of Health
Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a highly responsible professional position located in the Early Steps Program, which is in the Division of Children’s Medical Services, Bureau of Early Steps and Newborn Screening, Early Steps Section, reporting to the General and Operations Manager I-SES.
 
This position spends the majority of the time engaged in supervisory responsibilities. This includes communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees in addition to planning and directing employees' work. The incumbent has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. The incumbent will also be required to develop performance expectations, meet with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, maintain vacation and work schedules, ensuring proper coverage, and complete time sheets.
 
The Early Steps Program performs the functions and oversight required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part C and Part III of Chapter 391, Florida Statutes. The individual in this position is responsible for the oversight of program policy development, data reporting and analysis as required by IDEA, Part C and Florida Statutes, and the Early Steps
Data System including development, maintenance, and enhancements. The incumbent is responsible for the following:
 
•    Coordinates the preparation, compilation, and analysis of data for federal reporting, program planning, and responds to legislative and public records requests.
•    Oversees and leads the development of the Early Steps Annual Report to the legislature, the development of an annual state plan to identify goals and strategies to improve program performance and works collaboratively with Early Steps managers and staff to gather data for reporting.
•    Manages the Early Steps policy development process including the development of new or revised policies, public noticing of the proposed policy changes, public hearings, and the implementation of new policies.
•    Review, maintain, and update the Early Steps Fee schedule on at least an annual basis, using federal CMS information and guidance, Correct Coding and Procedural Terminology (CPT Codes), including guidance from other Agencies, such as the Agency for Health Care Administration.
•    Collaborate with the Early Steps program vendor(s) and staff to coordinate data needs while providing support to staff.
•    Work with state staff and local implementation teams to ensure that policies and practices are implemented with a focus on continuous program improvement, facilitates technical assistance activities as needed.
•    Provides ongoing consultation with users, management, vendors, staff, and technicians to determine information management needs and system requirements or enhancements.
•    Oversees technical assistance and training to data custodians/local information systems staff, Bureau and others to ensure continuing operations and data quality on a continuous basis. Ensures that the technical requirements of HIPAA and FERPA, as related to the Bureau’s programs, are met.
•    Performs other work-related duties as requested.
 
 
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•    Knowledge of Early Intervention (EI) programs and service delivery systems for infants and toddlers and the continuum of care for children with special health/developmental needs. 
•    Ability to research and analyze federal and state statutes. 
•    Knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Access) and database systems. 
•    Knowledge of Florida Medicaid Policy and Reimbursement. 
•    Knowledge of quality improvement and process improvement concepts and models. 
•    Knowledge of the principles of all automated office equipment. 
•    Knowledge of confidentiality rules and federal confidentiality laws applicable to the program such as HIPAA and FERPA. 
•    Ability to search the internet for business related information. 
•    Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and/or information. 
•    Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats. 
•    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 
•    Ability to work effectively across agency lines. 
•    Ability to organize work and make independent decisions. 
•    Ability to work independently on difficult or complex tasks. 
•    Ability to understand and carry out complicated oral and written instructions.
•    Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to follow through on issues in a timely manner. 
•    Ability to be flexible, work effectively with interruptions and at a fast pace and produce quality work in highly stressful situations. 
•    Ability to work under stress and maintain pleasant, courteous interaction with others. 
•    Possess reliable work habits, being punctual and showing effective time management skills. 
•    Ability to work in a Team environment and possess skills necessary to work within the unit. 
•    Ability to work independently, to develop scenarios, and data examples for implementation and management approval. 
•    Ability to present data findings to others in various settings. Excellent conflict resolution skills.
 
 
Qualifications:
Minimum -

• 1 year of experience with Early Intervention (EI) programs and service delivery systems for infants and toddlers and the continuum of care for children with special health/developmental needs.
• Valid Florida Driver's License 

Preferred -

•  A bachelor’s degree or higher and a minimum of two years professional experience working with state or federal programs.
• Experience in Florida Medicaid, supervisory experience, and/or experience with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Part B or C.
• Experience writing policies, procedures, and manuals
• Experience researching, clarifying, and interpreting federal and/or state laws, regulations, and policies.
   

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 32301 with 5% travel
 
 
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.    
 

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.