OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64802072 1 Date: May 23, 2024 Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 829877 Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64802072 1Pay Plan: TempPosition Number: 64802072 Salary: $23.73/hour Posting Closing Date: 06/05/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) OPEN COMPETITIVEYour Specific Responsibilities: This is a highly responsible professional position in the Bureau of Family Health Services, providing contract management services for Healthy Start coalitions and others. This position reports directly to the Program Administrator for the Maternal & Child Health Contract Management Team. Serves as a contract manager as required by section 287.057(14), Florida Statute for program/division/county health department. This includes participating in quality improvement activities, providing ongoing monitoring, desk audits, site visits, or technical assistance and reviews for Healthy Start (HS) coalitions and other providers and ensuring that contractual services have been rendered in accordance with the contract terms before the agency processes the invoice for payment. The procedures shall include, but need not be limited to, reviewing and documenting all deliverables for which payment is requested by vendors, and providing written certification by contract managers of the agency’s receipt of goods and services. Leads and/or serves as a member of the HS Coalition technical review team, reviewing coalition Service Delivery Plans and Annual Action Plan Updates, Quarterly Progress Reports, sub-contracts, and Memorandums of Agreement within agreed upon time frames. Completes other assignments, reports and duties as directed and within designated time frames. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: Ability to solve problems, document work flow and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices; ability to organize data into a logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials; ability to conduct fact-finding research; ability to utilize problem-solving techniques; ability to work independently; ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities; ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; ability to communicate effectively and work as a member of a team. Qualifications: Florida Certified Contract Manager preferred. One to two years contract experience 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: Tallahassee, 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.
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.Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee