Requisition No: 882850
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: DATA CENTER DIRECTOR - SES - 64069874
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 64069874
Salary: $2,358.58 -$3,922.91 Biweekly
Posting Closing Date: 09/07/2026
Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.
Class Title: Data Center Director-SES
Position Number: 64069874
Base Salary: $2,358.58 - $3,922.91 Biweekly
Location: 6101 Lake Ellenor Drive Orlando, FL 32809
**DOH – Orange is a tobacco free agency.
**This advertisement may be used to fill future vacancies as they become available.
**NOTE: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. **
This individual is responsible for all supervisory duties, including, but not limited to, hiring and selection, developing performance plans, conducting performance appraisals, planning and directing work, approving leave and taking disciplinary actions as appropriate. This position is ultimately responsible for all computer and network resources as well as all IT staff at Orange County Health Department. It is highly technical work designing/implementing and managing 9 IT Employees. In addition, this position is responsible for coordinating all software and web development and ensuring the safety and integrity of all electronic data and directs the allocation and utilization of all IT resources. This includes all IT staff as well as all IT hardware and software to ensure all staff have the IT resources required to do their job properly.
Performs comprehensive planning for and directs the implementation of all IT related projects. Provide guidance, training and direction to all IT staff in diagnosis, repair and maintenance of hardware, software, programming, web and networking problems. The incumbent is also responsible for hiring, training, supervising, communicating, motivating, promoting, mentoring, disciplining or recommending such actions of employees and support personnel.
Research, review and evaluate new technical developments to ensure the best IT resources and solutions possible are available to the programs.
Ensure all Orange County staff receive adequate computer-related training needed to perform their jobs.
Monitor and direct the purchasing of all IT related equipment or software.
Ensures the safety, security and integrity of all electronic data.
Performs related work as required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:
Ability to provide effective leadership to IT Department staff.
Ability to maintain and repair all types of computer hardware and software.
Ability to manage and control IT budget to remain within accepted budget guidelines.
Knowledge and ability to ensure the integrity, protection and security of all electronic data.
Knowledge of web and software development methodology and procedures.
Thorough and in-depth knowledge of FDOH approved desktop software such as Microsoft Office and Windows.
This position is a full-time, in-office position. You must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
This position requires current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The Department of Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship.
A minimum of 10+ years verifiable experience in troubleshooting networks within a TCP/IP environment.
A minimum of 10+ years Networking experience with windows Operating Systems and PC Repair.
A minimum of 10+ years supervisory or management experience within an Information Technology program.
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a Special Needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. Emergency duties may also include in-state and/or out-of-state deployment.
Current Florida Department of Health (DOH) Employee.
*This position performs comprehensive planning for and directs the implementation of all IT related projects; provides guidance, training and direction to all IT staff in diagnosis, repair and maintenance of hardware, software, programming, web and networking problems; and is responsible for hiring, training, supervising, communicating, motivating, promoting, mentoring discipling or recommending such actions of employees and support personnel. Twenty (20) years of experience in computer support for current Windows systems, office applications and computer hardware or ten plus (10+) years of experience as described above and either: (a) completion of a 720-classroom hour program of study from a vocational/technical school or accredited community college or (b) 60 semester or 90 quarter hours of college course work from an accredited institution which includes four courses in computer science or management information systems. Ten plus (10+) years supervisory or management experience within an Information Technology program. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
6101 Lake Ellenor Drive, Orlando, FL 32809
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.
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:
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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) 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.
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.
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 reflect 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.
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