Requisition No: 877286
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPERATIONS & MGMT CONSULTANT MGR - SES - 64006611
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 64006611
Salary: $50,584.67 - $66,187.68
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 position requires daily in-office or field work.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is an intermediate managerial position in the Bureau of Communicable Diseases, with a key role in bureau policies and protocols development, performance management. communications and fiscal operations. The work requires applying a logical understanding of business practices and procedures in order to analyze and resolve problems. The incumbent must process professional and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of employees and management within the Bureau of Communicable Diseases. and between programs in different offices within the Department of Health. May also serve as a delegate for section administrators or Bureau Chief as needed.
Responsible for the supervision of staff Including appraisals, planning, and directing their work, approving leave, having the authority for hiring, and taking disciplinary action or effectively recommending such actions.
Supervises direct reports, including motivating. training. providing guidance. and direction. Develops expectations and meets with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, and disciplinary action, if needed. Maintains vacation and work schedules to ensure proper coverage and completes timesheets Ensures all staff complete required training and are offered additional training.
Provides systems-thinking and problem-solving expertise to manage organizational improvement activities, including performance measurement, quality improvement, and utilization of the performance management quality improvement framework and business planning. Represents the Bureau in division-level strategic planning and performance management planning.
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.
Responsible for oversight and reviewing of communications material, including but not limited to memos, letters, PowerPoint presentations, and newsletters, before distribution outside the Bureau where possible. Review and approve Bureau work products as delegated by the Bureau Chief. This will include creating, reviewing and/or editing documents such as grants, policies, and annual reports for distribution to a variety of audiences, both professional and non-professional. Communicate regularly with Bureau staff at all levels, identity, develop, and reward talent, share information, and facilitate organizational changes.
Assist in the review of Bureau fiscal issues (budget, contracts, purchasing and P- Cards, and grant management). Assist in development and preparation of legislative budget issues for the Bureau.
Responsible for oversight of program evaluations and quality improvement (QI) projects conducted within the Bureau, ensuring projects follow the Department's QI model, are documented and shared statewide and nationally. Ensuring technical assistance and program support Bureau applications.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of Florida’s legislative process. Knowledge of the DOH legislative bill analysis, legislative budget request, and legislative bill proposal processes. Knowledge of Florida's Public Record Laws. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge, skills, and abilities to develop and implement quality improvement project plans. Ability to work independently. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum:
Experience with budgeting and grants management
Experience with oversight of program evaluations and quality improvement projects
Preferred:
AA Degree or higher
One year of supervisory 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:
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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.
Join Florida’s talented workforce to fulfill your professional goals and achieve a meaningful career. Our talented public servants work hard to serve more than 19 million residents across Florida, and you, too, can realize success in the Sunshine State.
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