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People First Service Center

PLANNING CONSULTANT - 64001552

People First Service Center, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318

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Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. Requisition No: 861614 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: PLANNING CONSULTANT - 64001552 This is a professional, tobacco-free position. This position serves as a liaison between the Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida and the contracted vendors for Tobacco Prevention Services. This position requires experience to effectively network with other program offices and government agencies, excellent verbal and written communication skills, good organizational management skills, and the ability to work independently. This position involves providing technical assistance to contracted providers for planning and implementing tobacco prevention activities. Responsibilities include contract management for assigned contracts, acting as the department’s point of contact for inquiries, monitoring grantee activities to ensure task completion within department standards, reviewing and providing technical assistance for submission of required documents, processing payment requests, and acting as the liaison in disputes with the grantee. Conduct onsite or desk audits to verify accuracy of vendor statements and records to ensure proper use of state funds. Initiate corrective action to ensure contract compliance, maintain contract records, and assist in training staff on contractual requirements via web-based orientations, meetings, and statewide calls/webinars. Responsible for approving all submitted documentation in the Automated Tobacco Activities Collection System (ATACS), including initial grantee work plans, commitment change requests, and quarterly updates. Ensure documents are written with sufficient detail to protect the department in audits. Provide input to programmers and management on system changes or enhancements and participate in system testing to ensure system viability. Assist in developing written policy internally and externally, helping to draft or revise as needed to support the management team and contract staff. Create and maintain forms and a policy library on the SharePoint site. Assist with the facilitation of the Tobacco Advisory Council Meetings. Other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of project management techniques. Ability to plan and implement effective tobacco prevention programs. Knowledge of state guidelines and the ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures as needed. Ability to work both independently and as a team member. Ability to work with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. Ability to organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to coordinate with other program offices and government agencies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to provide technical assistance and program guidance to multiple organizations. Qualifications

Preferred – FCCM (Florida Certified Contract Manager). 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. 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

2585 Merchants Row 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 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. 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. 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. For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time

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