State of Florida
OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III - 64854367
State of Florida, Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Job Information
Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III - 64854367
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 64854367
Salary: $27.08 PER HOUR
Posting Closing Date: 01/26/2026
Agency: Florida Department of Health
Requisition No: 867784
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Florida Department of Health – Biological Scientist III This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.
This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) position 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.
We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.
When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Position Duties & Responsibilities This is an advanced professional position in a county wide disease prevention program. The position requires utilization of complex epidemiological analytic techniques and involves collection of information regarding individual case reports, as well as participation in outbreak investigations. More specifically, the position would include the following:
Conducting complex research studies for surveillance of disease and disease syndromes (of individuals and population outbreaks) to include diseases associated with food, water, and those suspected of being due to a weapon of mass destruction biological agents. This process would include interviewing individuals and writing up these reports so they can be submitted to the electronic database. This may also entail questionnaire and interview design. Will also advise patients regarding their disease and how to prevent future occurrence (if the disease can recur).
Initiate case investigations for reported diseases on the direction of surveillance and investigation supervisors during specified time intervals. This may include appropriate and targeted field investigations and notification of managers for appropriate action. The position involves looking at the data entered and writing reports. Also, provide oral and written presentations to both health department employees and the community.
Investigate specialized research projects and give recommendations.
Communications – Participate in teleconferences, Epicom, and various meetings where regional and state information is shared. Will visit and consult with community health care providers giving information to the current reporting requirements for communicable disease.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man‑made or natural.
A valid driver's license, free of major infractions and access to an automobile to be utilized for work purposes.
Currently working or finished a master’s degree in public health.
Experience investigating multiple infectious diseases.
Experience conducting appropriate and targeted field investigations regarding infectious diseases.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual, English/Haitian Creole, or English/Spanish.
Experience in Public Health research.
Experience in food handling, safety, protocols, and food inspections.
Experience in conducting surveillance including ESSENCE, Influenza Like Illness surveillance (ILI), CDC’s Epidemic Information Exchange (Epi-X) or Vital Statistics surveillance.
Experience working with statistical software (SAS, SPSS, Epi Info, Access, Excel).
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 BROWARD COUNTY
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)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please Be Advised 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.
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Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III - 64854367
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 64854367
Salary: $27.08 PER HOUR
Posting Closing Date: 01/26/2026
Agency: Florida Department of Health
Requisition No: 867784
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Florida Department of Health – Biological Scientist III This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.
This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) position 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.
We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.
When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Position Duties & Responsibilities This is an advanced professional position in a county wide disease prevention program. The position requires utilization of complex epidemiological analytic techniques and involves collection of information regarding individual case reports, as well as participation in outbreak investigations. More specifically, the position would include the following:
Conducting complex research studies for surveillance of disease and disease syndromes (of individuals and population outbreaks) to include diseases associated with food, water, and those suspected of being due to a weapon of mass destruction biological agents. This process would include interviewing individuals and writing up these reports so they can be submitted to the electronic database. This may also entail questionnaire and interview design. Will also advise patients regarding their disease and how to prevent future occurrence (if the disease can recur).
Initiate case investigations for reported diseases on the direction of surveillance and investigation supervisors during specified time intervals. This may include appropriate and targeted field investigations and notification of managers for appropriate action. The position involves looking at the data entered and writing reports. Also, provide oral and written presentations to both health department employees and the community.
Investigate specialized research projects and give recommendations.
Communications – Participate in teleconferences, Epicom, and various meetings where regional and state information is shared. Will visit and consult with community health care providers giving information to the current reporting requirements for communicable disease.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man‑made or natural.
A valid driver's license, free of major infractions and access to an automobile to be utilized for work purposes.
Currently working or finished a master’s degree in public health.
Experience investigating multiple infectious diseases.
Experience conducting appropriate and targeted field investigations regarding infectious diseases.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual, English/Haitian Creole, or English/Spanish.
Experience in Public Health research.
Experience in food handling, safety, protocols, and food inspections.
Experience in conducting surveillance including ESSENCE, Influenza Like Illness surveillance (ILI), CDC’s Epidemic Information Exchange (Epi-X) or Vital Statistics surveillance.
Experience working with statistical software (SAS, SPSS, Epi Info, Access, Excel).
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 BROWARD COUNTY
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)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please Be Advised 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.
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