OPS RECORDS TECHNICIAN - 64853807

Requisition No: 838406 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS RECORDS TECHNICIAN - 64853807

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64853807 

Salary:  $18.25 Per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 10/09/2024 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

Acts as Vital Statistics Deputy Registrar providing guidance on the provision of the Vital Statistics laws and regulations to hospital birth certifier’s county wide, funeral homes and the public. Ensures the completeness and accuracy   of this process through proper reviewing of documents before processing, in compliance with Florida Statues and regulations.   Follows general policies and procedures of issuing birth and death certificates, collects fees from public, controls and secures accountable serialized documents certificates; maintains and accounts for cash and other fiscal instruments, and works with the public in person and via telephone.    Works with funeral home directors, hospitals and other entities that provide information to the State of Florida regarding birth and death records.  Performs other administrative support of the Vital Statistics program.  Follows all State of Florida and Brevard County Health Department rules, regulations and policies in processing birth/death certifications and associated forms and in handling files and records.  Communicates with courtesy, respect and understanding in dealing with clients, public and staff. Conducts cash drawer audits and safety paper audits when assigned.  Accurately processes specific service billings through the eVitals systems, post payment and reconciles fees collected.

This position works a minimum of 20 hours per week with the potential of 40 hours per week based on staffing needs. Scheduled hours are 10 am to 2 pm Monday through Friday and will be available to fill in for staff on vacation and on sick leave.

OTHER DUTIES: Other administrative duties are assigned by direct supervisor as needed. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience assisting clients by phone or in person, reviewing documents with confidential information, handling cash and operating credit/debit card machines.

Qualifications:

Minimum – Experience with customer service, working with confidential information, handling cash, operating credit/debit card machines.

Preferred - Speak/read Spanish is preferred.

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:

Viera Administration Building, Viera, 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.

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.