OPS GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 64802070 1

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in Tallahassee is seeking an OPS Government Analyst I to review external complaints, respond to compliance inquiries, and investigate regulatory issues related to Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers. The role involves preparing written reports and issuing notices of noncompliance, with opportunities to provide technical guidance and data-driven insights.

The position requires strong computer skills, knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Knowledge of compliance management systems and licensing systems used by the Agency.
• Knowledge of laws, codes, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review all external complaints for sufficiency and jurisdiction.
• Respond to inquiries from Medical Marijuana Treatment Center compliance issues.
• Investigate complaints and issues of Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers.
• Prepare written reports documenting investigation findings.
• Initiate notices of noncompliance and coordinate with management to resolve findings.
• Provide technical assistance and direction for data reports and evaluation.
• Research and disseminate topical or statistical reports as required by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Databases

Compliance systems

Licensing system

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental, biological, chemical, or natural sciences

Job description

Requisition No:885013

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 64802070 1

Full-time OPS Position Salary: $25 per hour

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Review all external complaints received for sufficiency and jurisdiction.
• Respond to inquiries from Medical Marijuana Treatment Center compliance issues.
• Investigate complaints and potential issues of Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers.
• Prepare written reports to document investigation findings.
• Initiate notices of noncompliance and work with management to communicate and resolve findings.
• Provides technical assistance, consultative services and direction for development, implementation and evaluation of data and reports.
• Researches, prepares and disseminates reports of a topical or statistical nature as required by manager or agency officials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; knowledge of computer data bases; knowledge and use of the compliance management system and licensing system used by the Agency; knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures and government rules & regulations. Skill in reading and writing; investigating and researching; knowing how to find information and identifying essential information; finding ways to structure or classify multiple pieces of information; using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches; inspecting and evaluating the quality of products; organizational skills. Ability to understand sentences and paragraphs in work related documents; effectively manage time; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; make sound judgments; interpret, understand and apply applicable rules, regulations and policies and procedures; ability to maintain strict confidentiality; ability to travel; ability to pass a thorough background investigation.

Qualifications:

• One (1) year of professional experience in conducting investigations, regulatory or compliance inspections.
• Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
• Must have a valid Florida State driver's license, satisfactorily complete a background investigation, fingerprinting, and participation in direct deposit are requirements for employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental, biological, chemical, or one of the natural sciences;

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:

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

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)

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 on 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.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307

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.