Requisition No: 816028 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64005512

Position Number: 64005512 

Salary: $42,000 - $52,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 03/29/2024 

Job posting category (Open Competitive)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a responsible professional position under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager C – SES (Cancer Program Administrator) within the Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida, Cancer Prevention and Control Program. This position serves as the Florida Colorectal Cancer Control Program (FCRCCP) Manager and provides planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the FCRCCP. This position works closely with the program administrator to oversee projects and direct the day to day operation of the FCRCCP. Duties include, but not limited to, the following:

Provides overall leadership and guidance in the implementation of the FCRCCP grant activities and manages all aspects of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s cooperative agreement. Plans, evaluates, monitors, and reports the CRCCP grant activities, requirements and respective special projects. Establishes and maintains partnerships with health systems and program implementation partners. Provides consultation and technical assistance to the CRCCP partners regarding screening protocols, patient navigation, policy and systems change, evidence- based interventions, monitoring for compliance with program guidelines and other areas as needed. Assumes lead for the development of the draft grant application and reports for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Responds to headquarters assignments regarding cancer, including legislative assignments, prioritization assignments, budgetary issues, rule writing, etc. as assigned.

Manages contracts and FCRCCP budget. Works with program fiscal coordinator to assure tracking of expenditures and reimbursements. Monitors program funding levels, reallocates funds as needed and develops carry forward and/or budget revision requests for submission to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Leads development of competitive and/or non-competitive procurement documents from drafting to execution related to program implementation. This includes but is not limited to quality improvement consultation services, evaluation services and implementation of evidence-based interventions through public health and health system partnerships to increase colorectal cancer screening rates in clinical settings in the state. Performs contract management duties, relative to the review, approval of deliverables and invoices and adequate contract manager’s file documentation at least every six months. Complete monitoring activities as appropriate (required). Develops procurement solicitation, complete process and executes contract.

Assists the Cancer Program Administrator with development of policy decisions, strategic planning and collaborative relationship building activities related to the CRCCP. Participates in the development and preparation of planning materials and data for reports, plans, ad hoc requests, special reports and assignments to help achieve state and national goals.

Enhances partnerships by promoting collaboration and integration among bureau programs, state health programs, community partners, service delivery providers and other CRCCP partners. Work towards integration efforts within the Cancer Program and other programs in the Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida and the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention whenever possible.

Represents the department by speaking and providing educational presentations at local, state and national meetings as appropriate, including attending all program and department related meetings and conferences. Serves as the liaison for the CRCCP on ad hoc committees as needed. Serves on local and state task forces, coalitions, networks related projects to further the goals of the program and incorporates these issues into other project areas.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required by program activities

1. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:. Knowledge of public health care system, quality management practices, and chronic disease prevention and control; public health programs, management principles, policies, laws, functions and practices; follow contract management procedures as outlined by Contract Administration; develop and write policy, rules, protocols, procedures, manuals, guidelines, grants and reports; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; work collaboratively with others and establish effective working relationships with a wide variety of groups; plan and conduct trainings; work under pressure, prioritize and organize work assignments independently; and effectively use Microsoft Professional Office applications and software.

Qualifications:

Minimum - : Contract Manager – Serves as a contract manager as required by Section 287.057(15), F.S. Purchasing Card – Assigned purchasing card duties. Purchasing – This position is responsible for the preparation of purchasing and the approval of purchasing. Complies and monitors compliance (when applicable) of the mandatory requirements in Section 215.422, F.S., and Chapter 3A-24, FAC. Emergency Duty – Incumbent may be required to work during or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or to perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. This position is designated in Group II for deployment. Incumbent may have access to records containing social security numbers in the performance of job duties.

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:

2585 Merchants Row

Tallahassee, Florida 32399

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.

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.