PLANNING CONSULTANT - 64000646

State of Florida; DeFuniak Springs (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida's Department of Health in DeFuniak Springs is seeking a Planning Consultant to develop and maintain local All Hazards Emergency Operations Plans and related annexes. You will coordinate with Walton County partners, plan activities and exercises, and ensure timely plan delivery.

The role emphasizes workforce development, ESF-8 public health services, and disaster response preparation, with duties including liaison work and incident management support.

Qualifications

• All Florida Department of Health staff must communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in public health, public administration, science, or related field.
• At least three years of public health experience; driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain local All Hazards Emergency Operations Plans, annexes, and documents.
• Plan and coordinate activities and exercises to improve workforce readiness for disasters.
• Establish and maintain relationships with county partners and ESF‑8 public health partners.
• Assist during disasters as Planning Section Chief or ESF‑8 Lead as assigned.
• Attend trainings, meetings, and complete required reporting and performance activities.

Skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor level or higher in public health/public administration/science or related field

Job description

Requisition No:883574

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: PLANNING CONSULTANT - 64000646

• All fields in the Candidate Profile (application)must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening.
• If you are claiming Right to First Interview, youmustattach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying to be considered.

Public Health Preparedness (PHP) Plans and Expectations

Develop and maintain local “All Hazards” Emergency Operations Plans, annexes and associated documents. Plan and develop activities and exercises that increases workforce’s ability to prepare, respond, recover, and mitigate man‑made or natural disasters. Coordinate plans and activities with Walton County Emergency Management and local and regional public health and medical partners. Ensure all local expectations established by the DOH Bureau of Preparedness and Response are achieved within the outlined timeframe.

Workforce Development and Training

Identify preparedness training needs of the local workforce in collaboration with the Workforce Development Team, Regional Planner and CHD Leadership. Facilitate or organize preparedness‑specific training opportunities as needed.

Support Function (ESF) 8: Public Health and Medical Services

Establish and maintain working relationships with community response partners and public health and medical partners in each county. Coordinate regularly scheduled ESF‑8 Partnership meetings in Walton County and maintain current contact list of ESF‑8 partners. Work with peers in regional county health departments to assure state and regional response capability and consistency. Review and manage local agency Comprehensive Emergency Management Plans as needed.

Public Health Response Preparation

Assist during natural or man‑made disasters in Walton County. This may include being assigned as the Planning Section Chief on CHD Incident Command Team, ESF‑8 Lead for declared county emergencies, or other duties as assigned. Assist the Regional Emergency Response Advisor in managing DOH assets located within Walton County.

Other

Attend and actively participate in staff trainings, department meetings, monthly staff meetings, strategic planning meetings as scheduled. Complete all required reports, including EARS, within required time frame. Participate in performance management and quality improvement activities as assigned, conference calls, workshops, interagency committees, training, conferences and similar activities relevant to public health preparedness. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of public health preparedness, including Emergency Support Function 8, National Incident Management and Incident Command Systems. Knowledge of program planning and development at local, state, and federal levels. Skilled in drafting and reviewing official documents, plans, and policies. Ability to facilitate meetings or trainings. Ability to work with partners or stakeholders to achieve a common goal.

Qualifications

Minimum – 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.

Preferred –Driver’s License

A bachelor’s degree or higher in public health, public administration, science, or a related field. At least three years of public health 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 theHealthiestState 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

DeFuniak Springs, 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:

• 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

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.

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.

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.