BOARD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - 64007513
About The Position
The Executive Director leads the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Veteran Licensure Services within the Bureau of Health Care Practitioner Regulation. The incumbent must be a military veteran and reports to the Bureau Chief of Health Care Practitioner Regulation. The office supports active-duty military members, veterans, and their spouses through the health care licensure process, including referrals to Veterans Florida for employment and educational resources. The role oversees staff and administrative operations, supports bureau leadership with legislative, budget, policy, and organizational matters, and works with legal counsel and public agencies to interpret and implement statutes, rules, and legislative changes. The position also conducts outreach with professional organizations and participates in process-improvement efforts. This is a fully on-site position in Tallahassee, with five days per week in the office and no regular telework or remote option. Emergency duty may be required before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days in preparation for, during, or as a result of a catastrophic or natural disaster.
Requirements
- Must be a military veteran.
- At least 4 years of work experience; a bachelor’s degree in public health, business administration, law, health care administration, or a related field may substitute for the required experience.
- At least 3 years of leadership experience, preferably in health care, regulatory compliance, or public health.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, develop strategic initiatives, and manage cross-functional collaborations.
- Experience building relationships with government officials, health care professionals, and community stakeholders.
- Proactive approach to identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
- Ability to compile, organize, and analyze data.
- Ability to understand and apply Florida statutes, rules, policies, and procedures for licensing and regulation of professionals and consumer protection.
- Ability to provide consultative assistance to others.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work activities.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Must be physically present in the office to effectively perform job duties.
- Successful completion of a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit are required.
- Must complete Form I-9; employment eligibility information will be verified through E-Verify.
Responsibilities
- Manage staff, including hiring, discipline, and performance reviews, and ensure timely administrative operations.
- Assist active-duty military members, veterans, and their spouses with the health care licensure process, including referring them to Veterans Florida for employment and educational resources.
- Support the Bureau Chief with legislative analysis, budget requests, policy creation, and organizational restructuring.
- Interpret and implement state statutes, administrative rules, and legislative changes in collaboration with legal counsel and public agencies.
- Conduct public outreach with professional organizations to support regulatory goals.
- Participate in process-improvement teams and provide productive feedback.
- Perform emergency duty in preparation for, during, or as a result of a catastrophic or natural disaster, potentially before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.
Benefits
- 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 supplemental insurance options.
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Tuition waivers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
