GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64007027

Requisition No: 881343 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64007027

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64007027 

Salary:  $42,561.57 - $61,670.30 

Posting Closing Date: 08/25/2026 

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Florida Department of Health

Open Competitive

Position Description Pending Approval

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a highly responsible professional position located in the Early Steps program, which is in the Bureau of Early Steps and Newborn Screening. The Early Steps program performs the functions and oversight required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part C and Part III of Chapter 391, Florida Statutes. The individual in this position is responsible for the fiscal monitoring of programs and activities in the state to ensure that the state complies with all requirements in IDEA, Part C, state statutes, and enforce any obligations imposed on agencies, in addition to performing program manager activities. The position requires travel, and the incumbent is responsible for the following:

• Assists with fiscal oversight and monitoring activities for the Early Steps program. Provide methods to ensure the provision of financial responsibility for Part C services per 34 CFR §303.120, §303.225, §303.414, §303.500, §303.510, §303.511, §303.520, §303.521.
• Prepares and conducts financial reconciliation of the Early Steps contracts using quarterly and annual expenditure review documents. This position works with the Early Steps contract managers to complete testing of expenditures, including sampling line-item expenditures for salaries, travel, and non-salary expenses from the contract provider’s formal accounting records. Tracks quarterly and annual reconciliations across the Early Steps contracts to ensure completion and prompt return of funding to the program when applicable.
• Performs technical assistance with Early Steps contract managers, fiscal unit staff, and Local Early Steps (LES) programs as it relates to reconciling financial records including payment issues, invoice corrections, FACTS reconciliation, assisting in the resolution of disputes or questions raised by external auditing entities (Auditor General and federal), DOH Finance and Accounting, or the Department of Financial Services.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for audits of contracts and contractual services. Gathers requested documentation and prepares documents in response to auditor inquiries. Works closely with the Division Contract Liaison and the Office of Contracts to communicate audit findings internally and ensure contracts remain compliant with statutes, rules, and policies.
• Review, evaluate, and track implementation of corrective action plans to ensure correction of any noncompliance identified through monitoring and complaint investigations as soon as possible and, within one year after identification of noncompliance.
• Participate in teams conducting onsite and desk review monitoring of assigned LES programs in the state. 
• Performs other work-related duties as requested.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills for reviewing detailed accounting and numerical documents; knowledge of fiscal and administrative policies and procedures; and the ability to organize and manage time effectively.
• This role requires problem‑solving abilities, knowledge of generally accepted budgeting and contract management practices, and proficiency with computer software such as FLAIR, FACTS, Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Additional abilities include delivering quality customer service, communicating clearly both verbally and in writing, and interpreting and applying relevant rules, regulations, and policies.
• The position also requires the ability to research business‑related information online; review, categorize, prioritize, and analyze data; work independently on complex tasks; follow detailed oral and written instructions; manage multiple projects simultaneously; and complete work in a timely manner.
• The role demands flexibility, the ability to work effectively in fast‑paced environments with frequent interruptions, producing quality work under stress, and maintaining courteous interactions with others. Ability to travel is required.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Valid State of Florida License

Preferred-

• Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) credentials
• Experience with Florida Medicaid processes such as claims processing, CPT codes, and fee schedules.

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:

2020 Capital Circle SE, Tallahassee, FL 32399 with 5 % travel

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 (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• 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. 

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.