OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST II - 64906236

State-of-Florida; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Deferred compensation

On-site locations Broward

Job summary

Florida Department of Health Broward County is seeking an OPS Biological Scientist II - Program Coordinator to support OD2A-L overdose prevention initiatives. The role focuses on drug product testing analytics, paraphernalia surveillance, and ensuring timely linkage to and retention in care for affected populations.

Responsibilities include data coordination with partners, reporting to CDC workgroups, and developing data systems for program evaluation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical science, biology, toxicology, or related field.
• Two or more years of professional data analysis and/or reporting in public health surveillance.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple sites as needed.
• Strong ability to produce reports and present data to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Drug Product & Paraphernalia Testing (Component B) activities.
• Coordinate Linkage to and Retention in Care (Component C) activities.
• Analyze laboratory, surveillance and partner data to identify trends and gaps.
• Develop systems to collect and report linkage to and retention in care data.
• Prepare reports, visualizations and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Reporting

Community partnership

Data integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical science / biology / toxicology / forensic science

Master's degree in public health (preferred)

Job description

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Requisition No:883280

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST II - 64906236

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH BROWARD COUNTY

OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST II- PROGRAM COORDINATOR- 64906236

COMMUNITY HEALTH-OVERDOSE PREVENTION

OPEN COMPETITIVEOPPORTUNITY

This is a full-time, in-office position.

This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.

This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) positions and as such no paid time off is offered. Health benefits will be offered for full-time employment. OPS employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This OPS position is for a Program Coordinator that will facilitate Drug Product & Paraphernalia Testing (Component B) and Linkage to and Retention in Care (Component C) activities conducted for the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Overdose Data to Action: Local (OD2A-L) Grant at the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating activities and analyzing data related to drug products and paraphernalia collected through community partners, as well as establishing, maintaining, and reporting systems that track linkage to and retention in care indicators for persons with substance use disorders. This position requires advanced skills in data analysis, reporting, community partnership building, and integrating data to inform decision making for overdose prevention.

Component B Responsibilities (Drug Product & Paraphernalia Testing) :

• Analyze laboratory data from drug products and paraphernalia samples collected in the community.
• Monitor and analyze trends in drug usage, distribution, overdose patterns, and emerging drug threats..
• Track and report on new and emerging drug threats in the community and provide real-time insights to support rapid public health and safety responses.
• Prepare detailed reports, visualizations, and presentations summarizing findings and trends for public health officials, law enforcement, and community partners.
• Collaborate with public health departments, community organizations, and OD2A-L funded partners to share data and inform intervention strategies.
• Provide actionable recommendations based on data analysis to reduce overdose risks and enhance prevention efforts.
• Work closely with epidemiologists, toxicologists, and other public health professionals to integrate overdose surveillance data into broader public health initiatives.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies on drug surveillance and overdose prevention programs..
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams and task forces focused on addressing the overdose crisis.
• Ensure accuracy, quality, and integrity of data analysis processes and outputs, maintaining compliance with relevant data privacy, security, and reporting regulations.

Component C Responsibilities (Linkage to & Retention in Care) :

• Create or enhance systems to collect and submit standardized data on linkage to and retention in care among persons with a substance use disorder.
• Develop processes and systems that enable collection of individual-level data on linkage to and retention in care.
• Analyze, submit, and disseminate linkage to and retention in care data to inform decision making and reduce inequities in access to care.
• Work collaboratively with OD2A-L funded community partners to establish systems to track and report linkage to and retention in care indicators.
• Coordinate partner meetings focused on linkage to and retention in care.
• Identify gaps in linkage to and retention in care and determine which populations are most impacted by lack of access.
• Present data at a variety of community meetings to inform overdose prevention strategies.
• Contribute to the development and dissemination of local opioid-related reports to public health partners; present data in written and oral formats to various audiences.
• Develop county-specific fact sheets and/or data visualizations based on linkage to care surveillance data.
• Report linkage to and retention in care surveillance data to the CDC.
• Participate in required CDC workgroups discussing feasibility of collecting linkage to care data, data dissemination, and updates to reporting guidance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to analyze laboratory, surveillance, and partner‑submitted data to identify trends, emerging drug threats, and gaps in care.
• Knowledge of drug product testing, paraphernalia analysis, and factors influencing local overdose patterns.
• Ability create or enhance systems that collect, track, and report linkage and retention in care indicators.
• Ability to produce comprehensive reports, fact sheets, and visualizations for public health officials, community partners, and federal agencies.
• Ability to present surveillance findings clearly to multidisciplinary audiences, including community coalitions and CDC workgroups.
• Ability to collaborate with epidemiologists, toxicologists, law enforcement, community organizations, and OD2A‑L funded partners.
• Ability to manage timelines, partner meetings, reporting requirements, and multi‑component grant activities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to ensure accuracy, quality, and regulatory compliance in data collection, analysis, and reporting processes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a valid driver's license, free of major infractions and access to an automobile to be utilized for work purposes and willing to drive to multiple sites as required by program needs.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, biology, toxicology, forensic science, or another related field.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience conducting data analysis and/or reporting for public health surveillance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) or more years of public speaking experience.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience writing comprehensive data reports.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience working as a project coordinator with external partners.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in public health or another related field.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience developing comprehensive reports for public health officials and community partners.

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:

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

BROWARD COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers' Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)

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

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

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.

Location: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33315

Nearest Major Market: Fort Lauderdale
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.