GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64068214

Requisition No: 883109

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64068214

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64068214

Salary: $50,500

Posting Closing Date: 10/09/2026

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a responsible professional position under direct supervision of the Senior Management Analyst Supervisor – SES in the Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida, Cancer Prevention & Control, Breast & Cervical Cancer Program. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provides technical assistance to local Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Programs (BCCEDP) and partners, including care coordination, systems change activities, data collection, site visits, patient navigation, program planning and monitoring for compliance with program guidelines and requirements as required.

Reviews local BCCEDP workplans, budgets and provide guidance and technical assistance to reach annual goals and expand annual funding. Lead or assists with special projects to increase cardiovascular health of program eligible women.

Serves as lead for Health Systems change Audits. Establishes and maintains partnerships (internal/external) to increase the reach of breast and cervical cancer screenings especially hard to reach populations. Assists in the development of policy decisions and strategic planning activities related to cancer programming, particularly with outreach, client recruitment and developing partnerships. Maintains a directory of organizations and volunteer groups able to assist with covering any or all expenses related to screening, diagnostic and treatment services.

Assists with preparing and writing CDC grant applications and reports. Collaborate with partners to implement activities and strategies within the CDC approved workplan.

Manages contracts and maintain required contract certifications.

Reviews and refers applications of women diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer or qualifying conditions through the FBCCEDP to the Department of Children’s and Families (DCF) for eligibility determination for treatment on Medicaid through the Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA). Works with program staff, DCF and AHCA to facilitate review of specific program related Medicaid problems

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: including utilization of equipment, required for the position. Knowledge of the methods of public health practices, program planning and implementation methods. Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document workflow and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management program practices; communicate information regarding the current since and into logical formats for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials; conduct fact-finding research; utilize problem-solving techniques; work independently; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures, relating to operational and management analysis activities: plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; communicate effectively; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Knowledge of contract manager skills and responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Minimum - Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the position.

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, Fl. 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.

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.

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.