Job Description

Requisition No: 872701

Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration

Working Title: 68900503 - OPS GOVERNMENT ANALYST I

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 68900503

Salary: $37.50 Hourly

Posting Closing Date: 04/03/2026

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The Contract/Procurement Lead is responsible for developing, writing, reviewing, and managing procurement and contracting activities for the Florida Rural Health Transformation Program.

This position requires deep, practical knowledge of Florida procurement and contracting laws, rules, and policies, and the ability to independently manage complex procurement processes.

The Contract/Procurement Lead will serve as the primary liaison between the Rural Health Transformation Program Office and the Agency’s Procurement Office.

This position also leads the administration and oversight of all program contracts with vendors, ensuring compliance, performance monitoring, and alignment with program needs.

The position reports directly to the Rural Health Transformation Program Director.

Key Responsibilities:

•Lead the development, drafting, review, and execution of procurement documents, including scopes of work, competitive solicitations, and supporting materials.

•Provide expert-level guidance on Florida procurement laws, rules, policies, and best practices to ensure all program procurements meet statutory and regulatory requirements.

•Serve as the primary liaison to the AHCA Procurement Office, ensuring clear communication, timely coordination, and compliance with Agency procurement procedures.

•Independently manage procurement timelines, deliverables, and workflows to support program implementation needs.

•Review and edit procurement and contract documents for clarity, accuracy, risk mitigation, and legal and regulatory compliance.

•Support evaluation processes, including development of evaluation criteria, review of vendor responses, and documentation of procurement decisions.

•Prepare, review, and monitor contracts and contract amendments for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with program requirements.

•Manage the program’s contracts with vendors, including monitoring performance, ensuring vendor deliverables are met, tracking timelines, and addressing compliance concerns.

•Assist program leadership in identifying procurement strategies and selecting the appropriate procurement method for each initiative.

•Maintain organized, accurate documentation for all procurement and contract activities.

•Advise program staff on contract management practices, performance monitoring, and vendor relations.

•Coordinate with legal, procurement, budget, finance, and program teams to resolve issues and support contract execution and administration.

•Provide training or guidance to internal staff on procurement processes and contracting expectations when needed.

This position is 100% grant-funded under the Rural Health Transformation Program with funding from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

Funding is currently approved for five years (2026-2031); continuation of this position is contingent upon renewal or extension of grant funding.

This position will be filled at $37.50 hourly and is non-negotiable.

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 Other Personal Services (OPS) employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

•No state income tax for residents of Florida;

•State Group Insurance coverage options (must meet eligibility requirements), including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

•Savings & Spending Accounts;

•401 (a) FICA Alternative Plan administered through VALIC (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan);

•Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b)

For a more complete list of benefits and eligibility requirements, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

What is OPS employment?

OPS employment is a temporary employer/employee relationship used for accomplishing short term or intermittent tasks. OPS employees are at-will employees and are subject to actions such as pay changes, changes to work assignment, and terminations at the pleasure of the agency head or designee.

OPS employees do not serve probationary periods or become permanent in their positions because they serve at the pleasure of the agency head.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

•Extensive knowledge of Florida procurement and contracting laws, rules, procedures, and systems.

•Demonstrated experience drafting, managing, and overseeing procurements for a Florida state agency or comparable environment.

•Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy, compliance, and clarity in procurement and contract documentation.

•Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Five years of experience in procurement or contract management.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

Experience working in procurement or contract management within a Florida state agency.

Experience with health care, public health, or grant-funded program-related procurements.

Experience coordinating with legal, procurement, budget, and finance offices.

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, legal studies, or related field.

Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) or Florida Certified Contract Negotiator (FCCN)

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

N/A

CONTACT: ANTRANEISE JACKSON 850-412-4016

BACKGROUND SCREENING

It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.

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.