GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64000860

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

6d • $45,060 - $48,500 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a contract manager position that reports to the Title V Nursing Director or designee for the Division of Children’s Medical Services. As a contract manager, this position entails overseeing and managing contracts for the Title V Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) programs, ensuring compliance with administrative, financial, and programmatic requirements.

Requirements

• Knowledge of theories and concepts of preventative health care.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to collect and organize data.
• Ability to access information from computer data systems and websites.
• Ability to use a computer for word processing, spread sheets and database applications.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Vaid Drivers Licenses
• Currently employed by a Florida agency in the State Personnel System.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge and experience using state contract and financial applications (i.e., Florida Accountability Contract Tracking System (FACTS), Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR), Financial Information System, Department etc.).
• 2 years of professional experience with contract or grant management, procurement, auditing invoices for contracted vendors or service providers.
• Currently a Florida Certified Contract Manager

Responsibilities

• Serve as a contract manager for assigned Title V CYSCHN programs and initiatives.
• Coordinates and conducts monitoring reviews to determine compliance with administrative, financial, and programmatic management requirements.
• Prepares reports and makes recommendations as necessary to correct identified deficiencies and improve operations and service delivery.
• Monitors contract providers' performance pertaining to assigned contract management responsibilities.
• Provides programmatic oversight and consultation in all contract areas including, but not limited to, contract negotiations, oversight, and reporting.
• Assists in budget-related activities for assigned contracts.
• Provides technical assistance related to contract implementation and coordination issues pertaining to contract management.
• Conduct performance improvement activities and reviews of the Title V CYSCHN programs. Including but not limited to annual on-site/or desk audits.
• Analyze quarterly reports submitted by CMS staff or providers, conduct on-site reviews for performance improvement; analyze data to develop an annual report; and maintain oversight of performance measures, goals, and outcomes for assigned program or grants.
• Collects data related to key program performance indicators.
• Facilitates statewide initiatives, working with internal and external stakeholders to improve access and quality of healthcare for children and youth with special healthcare needs.

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 (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed