REGULATORY SPECIALIST II - 64080522

State-of-Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Nine paid holidays and one Personal (H

Group Insurance options (health, life,

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Health Care Practitioner Regulation, Board of Medicine, seeks a Government Analyst I in Tallahassee to manage complex licensure reviews and provide regulatory guidance to applicants. The role requires interpreting statutes, coordinating with the Program Administrator, and supporting board meetings and staff training.

On-site position with responsibilities that include issuing licenses, updating records, and responding to high-level inquiries.

Qualifications

• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data.
• Ability to investigate, analyze, and resolve complaints.
• Ability to understand and apply Florida Statutes, rules, policies and procedures for licensing and regulation of professionals and consumer protection.
• Ability to provide consultative assistance to others.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Provide information, guidance, direction, and assistance with health care licensure processes for highly complex applications.
• Review and analyze applications for temporary and permanent licensure pathways, including complex files and supporting documentation.
• Respond to high level inquiries regarding licensure requirements via phone and email; communicate clearly and deescalate concerns.
• Serve as subject matter expert for complex licensure determinations and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Assist with board meeting preparation and processing of licensure applications for Board consideration and post-meeting actions.
• Support interviews and onboarding for new staff handling physician assistant and anesthesiologist assistant licensure.

Skills

Data analysis

Investigation

Regulatory knowledge

Consultative skills

Planning & coordination

Communication

Interpersonal relations

MS Office

Job description

Bureau of Health Care Practitioner Regulation

Board of Medicine

Government Analyst I

Full Time, Career Service Position

Your Specific Responsibilities

The Government Analyst I is a highly responsible and professional position located within the Bureau of Health Care Practitioner Regulation. This position is responsible for using professional judgement to provide information, guidance, direction, and assistance with health care licensure processes for highly complex applications. The employee in this position will perform professional and regulatory activities for Board of Medicine professions, with a focus on the physician assistant and anesthesiologist assistant professions, which includes administrative duties or other regulatory related services. The employee exercises independent judgment and initiative in carrying out assignments to completion.

The employee is responsible for assisting the Program Administrator in directing the licensure activities pertaining to certification of the medical profession with licensing in the State of Florida (Chapter 458, F.S., and 64B-8, FAC). Independently reviews and analyzes applications for temporary and permanent examination and MOBILE endorsement pathways, including second level evaluation of complex files, transcripts, and supporting documentation. Statutory and rule requirements are applied to determine eligibility or identify deficiencies. Tracks any licensure conditions imposed for initial licensure. Updates the applicant’s database with licensure status and provides LEIDS reports.

The employee responds to high level telephonic and email inquiries regarding temporary and permanent licensure application requirements. This work requires an in-depth knowledge of the laws and rules governing the 1501 professions and the ability to clearly communicate information. The employee demonstrates the ability to deescalate irate callers and provide accurate guidance to applicants ranging from recent graduates to experienced out of state practitioners relocating to Florida. The employee also assists with managing the shared [e-mail] email inbox for the 1501 professions and independently communicates with applicants to provide technical information related to licensure status.

The employee serves as the subject matter expert for complex licensure determinations, providing advanced analysis involving statutory interpretation, accreditation compliance, active practice evaluations, and non-routine applicant scenarios. The employee exercises independent authority to approve or elevate licensure applications in accordance with Chapters 456 and 458, Florida Statutes, and applicable Board rules, and provides recommendations to leadership on complex regulatory matters.

The employee assists with board meeting preparation by reviewing and organizing licensure applications scheduled for Board consideration. The employee evaluates board packages for completeness and accuracy, ensuring all required documentation is included and properly formatted. Under the direction of the Program Operations Administrator, the employee issues meeting notices once the agenda materials are approved. Following each board meeting, the employee implements Board directives, including issuing licenses, updating licensure records, and completing all required post meeting actions.

Assists the Program Operations Administrator and Regulatory Supervisor with interviews and hiring new employees that will process the physician assistant and anesthesiologist assistant profession applications. Provides training for new employees on the application review, credentials review and examination process.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data.
• Ability to investigate, analyze, and resolve complaints.
• Ability to understand and apply Florida Statutes, rules, policies and procedures for licensing and regulation of professionals and consumer protection.
• Ability to provide consultative assistance to others.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Must be physically present in the office to effectively perform job duties and responsibilities.

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 Healthy 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

Our office is located in the Southwood area of Tallahassee in the Capital Circle Office Complex at:

4042 Bald Cypress Way

This is a fully on-site position based in Tallahassee. Employees are required to work from our Tallahassee office five days per week with no regular telework or remote option.

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

Location.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.