GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64043346

Requisition No: 838531 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64043346

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64043346 

Salary:  $43,000-$60,000 

Posting Closing Date: 10/18/2024 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position requires a high degree of knowledge in Emergency Management principles and concepts.  A working knowledge of the National Response Framework for both Stafford Act and non-Stafford Act responses and how they relate to federal, state, regional, and local response is recommended.  This position also requires a working knowledge of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) employment and both the physiological and psychosocial effects of acts of terrorism involving WMDs. Serves as the principal advisor to the CHD Administrator/Director and Leadership Team on matters relating to emergency preparedness. As needed completes the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) After Action Report (AAR).

• Develop budget and manage procurement of equipment, supplies and services required for planning and implementation of emergency or disaster event.  Serves as Planning Section Chief as well as Logistics Chief as needed.
• Assesses CHD needs regarding all hazard’s disaster response training.  The position understands the Five Mission Areas of Emergency Management. 
• Develops and presents training programs related to terrorism awareness, response to epidemiological outbreaks, internal disaster issues, Incident Command and National Incident Management System programs, and others as directed.
• Serves as the lead Public Information Officer (PIO) while working with the department’s subject matter experts.
• Participates in public and private sector meetings to develop comprehensive local, regional, state, and federal public health system response plans. Coordinates with the Regional staff to define roles, responsibilities and standard operating procedures in augmenting County Health Department or Incident Command Staff in a Public Health response event.
• Coordinates activities within Emergency Support Function (ESF)-8 during activations of the County Emergency Operations Center including annual drills and exercises.  Primary CHD resource during activation for man-made and natural disasters.  Duties include hauling large trailers and setting up shelters, PODS, POCS, etc.
• Directs and coordinates emergency planning functions for Nassau County Health Department.  Develops and maintains Project Public Health Ready” for each agency.  Work with State, Federal, or professional organizations. 
• As needed assists the Nassau County Emergency Management’s with their Medical Reserve Corp. 
• Serves as Nassau County Health Department’s Safety Coordinator.  Works with Building Managers as such:
• Schedules and chairs Risk management meetings.  Prepares and distributes minutes
• Coordinates with County Facility Department to ensure semi-annual internal facility inspections are conducted
• Coordinates with County Facility Department to ensure semi-annual office fire drills are conducted
• Develops and posts facility evacuation routes and procedures to follow in the event of an emergency
• Conducts and submits annual evaluation survey

• Conducts or ensures staff receives new employee and annual safety training
• Communicates engineering controls for workplace safety
• Prepares reports on corrective action plans on accidents or incidents
• Reviews monthly worker compensation reports
• Attends required trainings to remain current

• Ensures compliance with DOH policy 250-15-07 (Safety & Loss Prevention Program)
• Fit Tester for N-95 masks
• Serves as Primary Everbridge Manager and custodian of the Nassau County DOH Recall Roster.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Access).

Qualifications:

Minimum-

• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office 365 Applications.
• Experience analyzing data and preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Experience with public speaking and presentation planning.
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, Emergency Management, or other health related degree and/or equivalent.
• 1-3 years professional experience in Emergency Management, Public Health Preparedness, Continuity of Operations, and/or Disaster Management.
• WORKING HOURS: (A) Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (B) Total Hours in work week 40.
• Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs shelter, Emergency Support Function 8 performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
• Incumbent must possess a valid Florida Driver License and have a reliable motor vehicle to carry out duties.

Preferred-

• Extensive professional experience 5+ years in emergency management, public health preparedness, disaster planning, or related fields.
• FEMA Course (e.g. ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ISC 700 and ISC-800) Emergency Management Institute certifications.
• Experience with community outreach and engagement, particularly in the context of disaster preparedness.

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:

Yulee, FL

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.