Requisition No: 824985 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64007401

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64007401 

Salary:  $55,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 05/12/2024 

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Department of Health

**Open Competitive Opportunity**

Full-time Career Service Position

Salary: $55,000.00

Your Specific Responsibilities: 

This is a professional position for purchasing, contractual service management, and operational support in the Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) and provides technical assistance and consultation to staff.

Perform procurement activities to include development and implementation operational processes for procurement including RFQ, ITB, RFP, ITN, contracts, contract amendments, and purchase requisitions for OMMU. Conduct procurement of commodities and services. Draft scopes of work as needed. Work to resolve issues and problems and recommends solutions to procurement which impact services.

Serve as a contract manager and stays abreast of all department contractual procedures and updates. Review and receipt deliverables to determine compliance with established terms and timeframes; maintains all required documentation in the contract manager’s files in accordance with Department of Health contract management documentation requirements.  Process invoices for payment and reconciles payments utilizing FLAIR/FIS. Maintains ongoing financial information for assigned contracts and purchase orders, and oversees related financial activities, such as tracking encumbrances and expenditures.  Monitor performance and ensures conformance with terms and conditions of executed contracts and direct orders. Provide guidance and technical assistance to providers as needed.

Assist with the management of FLEET, mail processing, property management, and assigned operational activities to ensure OMMU is in compliance with department policies and procedures.

Serves as backup to Safety Coordinator for HQ Office, responsible for conducting safety inspections and maintaining employee evacuation lists and emergency policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Knowledge with MyFloridaMarketplace (MFMP)

Knowledge of Florida Accountability Contract System (FACTS)

Knowledge and experience with the State of Florida competitive procurement processes and contract management.

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar; communicating effectively with others in writing; talking to others to effectively convey information; understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents; knowledge of office procedures and practices; ability to prepare correspondence and administrative reports; ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

Possession of valid Driver’s License

Current Florida Certified Contract Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• 2+ years of related work experience, preferably in contract management, business, project management or experience in a related field.
• Have a valid Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification

Preferred Qualification

• Have a valid Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification.

• Two (2) years of Contract Management 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:

25450 Shumard Oak Blvd.

Tallahassee, FL 32399

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.

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.

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.