GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64007173

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a detailed and skilled position in the Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) and is responsible for evaluating background screenings and criminal history reports to ensure regulatory requirements are met and maintained for medical marijuana treatment centers (MMTC) and certified marijuana testing laboratories (CMTL).

Requirements

• Proficient computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; knowledge of computer data bases; knowledge and use of the compliance management system and licensing system used by the Agency; knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures and government rules & regulations; knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar; understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents; communicating effectively with others in writing; talking to others to effectively convey information; knowing how to find information and identifying essential information; observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources; providing information to supervisors, fellow workers, and subordinates.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-year professional experience with reviewing criminal history documentation and/or background screenings documents; applying state and federal statutes, rules or policies and procedures
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Satisfactorily complete a background investigation, fingerprinting, and participation in direct deposit are requirements for employment.
• All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years experience as listed above.

Responsibilities

• Review background screening reports received for all individuals as required by Section 381.986, Florida Statutes.
• Prepare timely electronic correspondence regarding the outcomes of background screening findings and notification of rejected fingerprints while adhering to state and federal regulations regarding background screenings.
• Prepare invoices for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s Annual Fingerprint Retention Notification Program.
• Identify any deficiencies and report findings to supervisor as needed.
• Send and receive requests for additional information relating to criminal history findings and send the provided information to supervisor for further review.
• Prepare and maintain background screening reports. This includes the necessary data from background screening findings and preparation of the data for management as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED