PROGRAM ANALYST II - 64007510

Program Analyst II - 64007510

This is a responsible, professional position with the Florida Department of Health, Division of Children's Medical Services, Bureau of Early Steps and Newborn Screening. The incumbent in this position will require commensurate skill, professional judgment, and knowledge to coordinate activities related to the planning and implementing of a statewide system of early intervention services for young children and their families. The position performs the functions required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part C and Part III of Chapter 391, Florida Statutes) related to the Early Steps program. The individual in this position is responsible for 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.

Your specific responsibilities include :

• Lead and participate in teams conducting onsite and desk review monitoring of assigned Local Early Steps (LES) programs in the state to ensure compliance in carrying out federal and state requirements and positive outcomes for infant, toddlers and their families. Track corrective actions and follow up related to correction of noncompliance.
• Develop and revise policy and guidance documents (including related forms), analyze data and draft reports for both state and federal partners
• Provide coordination, technical assistance, oversight of activities for assigned Local Early Steps programs.
• Prepare written reports to assigned Local Early Steps programs to reflect the state's findings and the outcome of monitoring activities and / or complaint investigations.
• Participates on various work groups, teams, committees related to program-related issues and topics.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• Travel is required.

Qualifications : Minimum :

Preferred :

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include :

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 :

Innovation : 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 : 2020 Capital Circle SE, Tallahassee, FL 32399

The benefits of working for the State of Florida include :

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; Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

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 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 State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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.

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.

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.

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.