Operations research analyst Jobs in Tallahassee, FL

Requisition No :  855294

Agency : Department of Health

Working Title : OPERATIONS ANALYST I - 64053188

Pay Plan : Career Service

Position Number :  64053188

Salary :   $33,760.00- $39,243.88

Posting Closing Date : 07 / 16 / 2025

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

Division of Disease Control and Health Protection

Operations Analyst I

Salary : $33,760.00-$39,243.88

Your Specific Responsibilities :

This is a professional position in the Division Director's Office, Contracts Unit. This position is responsible for reviewing and routing of contracts, tracking contract documents, electronic file management for contract files, assisting in writing and developing procedures and training manuals and maintaining the contract tracking system.

Maintains the Master Procurement Document which contains extensive information about each contract as well as Contracts Unit performance, document tracking. Responsible for updating contract information as new contract actions occur, preparation and forwarding of contract documents to be routed for program review. Collaborates with contract analysts to ensure all routing folders contain complete documentation. Ensure supervisor is informed of any delays in contract preparation, review, or other pertinent matters.

Maintains the Division Contract Unit electronic contract folders where all executed documents and support documentation is stored. Ensures all files are organized in accordance with the established storage and naming protocols in a timely manner.

Review assigned contracts, renewals and amendments and their related supporting documents. Assure that corrections are made and follow the contract through the review process until it is executed.

Participates in planning for and writing procedures for different aspects of the contract approval storage and communication processes.

Ensures all final executed documents and support documentation with original signatures are forwarded to the Contract Manager for inclusion in the contract master file and distribution to the contract provider as necessary.

Collaborates with staff to create training materials and communicate technical, process, policy, and statute information to contract managers and other individuals who have contract oversight responsibilities.

Sends monthly email reminders to Contract Managers when contracts are scheduled for programmatic monitoring of their respective contracts. Emails will also contain a table that lists contract monitoring reports that previous reminder emails had identified but the reports have not been received in the Division Contracts Unit.

Ensures reports received, are routed to the proper program oversight staff, 1122's are updated with monitoring completion dates and a copy is submitted to Contract Administration.

Prepares contract reports as needed or requested.

Performs other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Ability to work independently and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to perform operational activities related to writing and developing procedures and maintaining files electronically.

Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.  Experience using Florida Accountability Contract Tracking System (FACTS).

Ability to apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualification :

High School Diploma

Preferred Qualification :

3 years of 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 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 :

This position is located in Tallahassee

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
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• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit  www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

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.