Government Operations Consultant III - 64080329

Government Operations Consultant III - 64080329

This is a highly responsible position which performs complex professional and administrative work in the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention in the Division of Community Health Promotion. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responsible for all cardiovascular health related activities and projects, which includes leading the development and preparation of educational materials, tool kits, and other resources related to chronic disease prevention. Assists with developing and/or sponsoring conferences, workshops, or other training opportunities.

Serves as the lead for all grant funded activities related to cardiovascular health, which includes supporting and providing technical assistance and professional development to various county health departments and community-based organizations, developing statements of work in accordance with purchasing and legal requirements, communicating with vendors and partners, and developing grant applications and developing and revising work plans.

Develops and maintains relationships/partnerships with internal and external partners, facilitates conference calls, in-person meetings, and develops action plans to sustain partnerships. Assist in the development and processing of purchase orders (POs) for grant activities; monitors contract providers' activities; tracks PO activities and follows up with providers on timely invoicing.

Actively participates in the Bureau and the Heart Disease and Stroke Section, communicating with section members; troubleshoots problems; and revises or drafts protocols to increase efficiencies across administrative and programmatic functions.

Maintains a current working knowledge of computer software used within the demands of this position. Participates in and attends educational conferences and other opportunities to enhance personal and professional growth and development. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required by program activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of DOH financial systems for tracking encumbrances and payments; DOH financial systems; and procurement procedures. Ability to maintain procurement expenditure totals; maintain organized program and budget files; communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms; prioritize and organize work assignments; and work independently. Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Where You Will Work: Tallahassee, Florida