OPERATIONS & MGMT CONSULTANT MGR - SES - 64026703

Requisition No: 821098 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPERATIONS & MGMT CONSULTANT MGR - SES - 64026703

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64026703 

Salary:  $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 02/19/2024 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY 

 Division of Disease Control and Health Protection 

Bureau of Communicable Diseases 

HIV/AIDS Section

Operations & MGMT Consultant MGR - SES 

Position Number: 64026703 

Requisition: 821098

Annual Salary $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 

 

 

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Responsible for supervising staff, including appraisals, planning and directing their work, approving leave, having the hiring authority, and taking disciplinary action or recommending such actions. 

 

The incumbent manages integrated communications and health equity activities in the HIV/AIDS section and is needed for the Bureau of Communicable Diseases in the Division of Disease Control and Health Protection. The position requires the ability to exercise independent judgment in formulating policies and implementing activities that significantly impact the Agency's priority to reduce new HIV infections. The incumbent must possess professional and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of employees and management within the HIV/AIDS section, Bureau of Communicable Diseases, Executive Staff, county health department (CHO) staff, and Federal and Community partners.

 

Integration and Communication

Establish and evaluate internal communication processes to ensure timely communication within the HIV section, Bureau of Communicable Disease, to the division director office, across divisions, and among county health departments on all HIV/AIDS program services and initiatives.

 

Establish and evaluate external communication processes to ensure timely communication with external partners, including but not limited to the Florida community planning network and associated subcommittees, Ryan White part partners, other Ryan White partners as appropriate, and other state agencies and federal partners. Ensure the sections SharePoint sites and websites are kept up to date, and the main landing pages reflect current priorities and information relative to efforts to reduce HIV infections in Florida in Azure. People living with HIV/AIDS in Florida are aware of the services available to them.

 

Ensure the implementation of a statewide HIV/AIDS prevention campaign is directed towards minorities who are at risk of HIV infection, per 381.0046, Florida Statues.

 

Ensure communication strategies with priority populations for HIV activities are culturally and linguistically appropriate. Facilitate workgroups with the subject matter experts to obtain input on new or revised communication strategies targeted toward priority populations.

 

Attend meetings and provide summaries to the Section Administrator and Bureau Chief.

 

Health Disparities

Provide oversight for planned activities by the statewide minority HIV/AIDS coordinator. Ensure collaboration across the HIV section, with the STD and Viral Hepatitis section, and with other HD programs to review epidemiological data, identify gaps, and establish and implement strategies to address gaps.

 

Provides oversight for community engagement and mobilization, social marketing, capacity building, and training activities.

 

Ensure training and information on health equity and social determinants of health are provided to all Bureau of Communicable Diseases staff.

 

Serve as the liaison for the Office of Health Disparities.

 

Knowledge Management

Foster a learning environment that includes establishing and regularly evaluating knowledge management processes for training new staff, sharing information among current staff, and transferring knowledge from long-term employees or those leaving the organization to ensure the continuation of program functions and services.

 

Chair and convene section and Bureau ad-hoc workgroups as needed, direct projects to those workgroups, and continuously report actions and findings to the Section Administrator and Bureau Chief.

 

Supervision and Assignment Tracking

Supervises direct reports including motivating, training, providing guidance, and direction. Develops expectations and meets with staff regularly to discuss performance and complete performance reviews. Maintains vacation and work schedules to ensure proper coverage and completes timesheets. Ensures all staff complete all required annual training and are offered additional training.   

 

Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of federal grant regulations. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Knowledge and experience in and with Communicable Diseases. 
• Ability to create and lead cross-functional teams. 

• Leadership ability. 
• Ability to work independently

 

 

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

 

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.

 

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.    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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.