Job Description

Requisition No: 880423

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 64081469

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64081469

Salary: $53,197.08 - $60,000.00

Posting Closing Date: 08/14/2026

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Florida Department of Health

Open Competitive Opportunity

The Division of Children's Medical Services, Bureau of Child Health Quality, seeks a highly organized, motivated professional to serve as Government Analyst II in Tallahassee, Florida. Reporting to the Bureau Chief, this position supports program administration, project management, data analysis, and strategic communications for children and youth with special health care needs.

This professional role requires independent analytical work, strong communication skills, and responsibility for managing cross-functional projects that drive operational improvements and quality outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to interpret program data, identify trends, prepare meaningful reports, and present insights using charts, graphs, or dashboards to inform leadership decisions.

Key Position Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Manage strategic healthcare projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop project scopes, charters, work plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Monitor progress using project-tracking tools and dashboards.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Identify risks, analyze metrics, and recommend corrective actions.

Strategic Communications:

• Prepare briefings, executive summaries, memos, and presentations.
• Serve as the primary communication contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Translate clinical and programmatic information into clear narrative summaries.
• Align messaging across statewide Children's Medical Services regional offices and staff.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Analyze operational, clinical, and program data to identify trends, patterns, and themes.
• Develop charts, graphs, dashboards, and data summaries using tools such as Excel or Power BI.
• Present data findings to leadership to support decision-making.
• Integrate qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Ensure data interpretation is focused on clinical operations—not technical IT analytics.

Bureau Operational Support:

• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, document decisions, and support accountability.
• Conduct research on relevant policies, statutes, and health quality metrics.
• Assist leadership in optimizing workflows and resource allocation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong foundation in project management principles and life-cycle methodologies.
• Skill in using project tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) for operational planning.
• Ability to analyze program data and interpret trends related to clinical operations.
• Ability to produce clear charts, graphs, and data summaries.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to varied audiences.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Valid Florida Driver's License

Preferred:

• A current Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management
• Two years of project management or program analysis experience
• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Business, Communications, or related field
• Experience providing direct communication support to leadership

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:

2020 Capital Circle, SE, Tallahassee, FL 32399

Counties Covered: All FL Counties (State Level Position)

Travel Time: 10%

This is not a remote position.

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.