SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64003735

Requisition No: 847259 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64003735

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64003735 

Salary:  $43,000.00 - $50,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 03/04/2025 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - HILLSBOROUGH

Division of Community Health – Office of Health Equity

Senior Human Services Program Specialist

4704-B W. Montgomery Ave., Tampa, FL 33616

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County.  If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.  We hope you decide to join our team!  Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

Join an amazing company culture that values employee growth and development at the Florida Department of Health. Professional development is highly encouraged and supported within our organization through opportunities for mentorships and educational and skills training.  From the moment you are hired, you can begin to grow as a professional and a leader, through strategic planning, internal committees, and project engagement.  There are also many opportunities for continuing education at no cost to the employee.  If you are looking to further your education through a college degree, the Florida Department of Health can help with our tuition reimbursement program.  We offer an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere to support you while you work with us. 

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for the health and safety of all citizens and visitors to the state. As a public health agency, the Florida Department of Health must monitor the health status of Floridians, diagnose, and investigate health problems, and mobilize local communities to address health-related issues. The Florida Department of Health develops policies and plans that support health goals, enforce laws and regulations that protect the health of all residents and visitors, and link people to needed health care services. The Florida Department of Health also provides specialized assistance to pregnant women, infants, and children with special health care needs, regulates health care practitioners, and provides medical disability determinations.

Senior Human Services Program Specialist:

The incumbent in this position will serve in the Office of Health Equity as the Community Health Assessment/Community Health Improvement Plan Coordinator. Duties will include assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating public health services and needs, qualitative and quantitative data and programs at the county level, participating in local partnerships, coalitions and committees related to public health initiatives, and managing ongoing monitoring and reporting. This position may occasionally work evenings and weekends.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert on Community Health Assessments, Improvement Planning and other community health research and assessments.
• Coordinate the county-wide Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan in collaboration with other staff in the Community Health Division.
• Address health disparities through public health interventions that are evidence-based and have been demonstrated to be successful.
• Work with community partners by participating in meetings and projects in which decisions affecting the public’s health are made.
• Complete routine reporting to meet local and state requirements and deadlines.
• Utilizes own vehicle for transportation unless carpooling is possible or alternate transportation is provided.
• Work before, during and after disasters if needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of community health assessments, program development, and monitoring and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the principles of the social and economic conditions impacting health and health disparities.
• Knowledge of national, state and local health trends and strategies.
• Ability to plan, develop, conduct, and facilitate public health assessments and community health improvement planning, including community health assessments and action planning, with community members, stakeholders, and partners.
• Ability to develop and carry out program monitoring and evaluation.
• Ability to collect and analyze data, and prepare and present reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Valid Florida driver’s license or able to get one within 30 days of hire
• At least 1 year of experience in community health assessments and/or program evaluation
• At least 1 year performing data analysis on a public health program

Preferred: 

• Bachelor’s degree in public health / health related field and at least 2 years’ experience in public health or healthcare field
• Demonstration of good written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

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:

Kelton

4704-B W. Montgomery Ave.

Tampa, FL 33616

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 State of Florida Total Compensation Estimator visit State of Florida Total Compensation Estimator (myflorida.com)

For a more complete list of benefits, 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. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. 

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.    

If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287.

Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268.

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.