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Requisition No: 877331
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64081174
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64081174
Salary: $45,060.11 - $53,484.34
Posting Closing Date: 06/17/2026
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Applicants accepted only from employees currently employed in a State Personnel System position. Applicants will not be accepted from those employed outside of the State Personnel System.
Florida Department of Health
Division Of Disease Control and Health Protection
Communicable Diseases
HIV/AIDS Section
Pending Classification Updates
This is an in-office position only.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Responsible for oversight to develop and revise policies and procedures relevant to Bureau-wide administrative functions as directed by the Bureau Chief; provides training to staff on Bureau-specific and Department policies and procedures. Support and confer with section administrators, managers and staff to convey and clarify information concerning policies. Ensures any internal operating procedures and technical assistance on proposed legislation and administrative rules and assists with any bill analyses.
Manages the process for reviewing and editing of all documents routed for leadership and communications approval. Ensures DOH correspondence and branding standards are met on all written documents and provides training and related resources to ensure documents routed beyond the bureau meet the highest quality of written communication standards.
Manages performance management activities for the Bureau, to include the Sections. Responsible for the planning and timely updating and reporting on the Agency Strategic Plan, Division Strategic Plan, State Health Improvement Plan, statewide integrated HIV Prevention and Care Plan and Long-Range Program Plan (LRPP). Facilitates timely completion of assignments related to National Public Health Department Accreditation.
Serves as legislative and policy coordinator for all bureau programs. Responds timely to legislative assignments and coordinates activities related to rule promulgation. Serves as coordinator for DOH policy and procedure development and revisions and ensures timely updating according to DOH policy.
Consults with senior agency management and others in government, business, and private organizations to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problems. Delivers presentations and reports to state officials or other management regarding program policies and practices and recommendations for change. Uses legislation and other sources of relevant information to assess policy and direct procedural, rule, or regulation modifications.
Serves as public records liaison primarily ensures timely response to requests.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of AP Stylebook and Gregg Reference Manual. Knowledge of Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and the legislative process. Knowledge of performance management methodologies. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to travel occasionally {<5%). Ability to effectively track projects. Ability to work with others and across units/sections.
Qualifications:
Minimum - Knowledge of Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and legislative process

• Experience planning, updating, and reporting strategic plans

Preferred - AA Degree or higher

• Two years' experience (Education can substitute for years of experience)

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, 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.
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.
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