68059467 - GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the quality of health care in Florida. We are seeking to hire a Government Operations Consultant III who desires to work to enhance the delivery of health care services through the Florida Medicaid Program. This position requires a candidate who is creative, flexible, innovative, and who will thrive in a fast-paced, team based work environment. The Division is led by the Deputy Secretary for Medicaid and supported by Assistant Deputy Secretaries, who together form the core leadership team guiding the program’s direction. Their collective focus spans policy development, quality oversight, and operational management, ensuring that Medicaid services are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with state and federal requirements. By coordinating strategic planning, monitoring program performance, and driving continuous improvement, this leadership group plays a central role in shaping a Medicaid system that is responsive, accountable, and committed to improving health outcomes for the individuals and families it serves. This position is responsible for tracking policy initiatives, deadlines, and deliverables for the Assistant Deputy Secretary, helping coordinate cross‑bureau communication related to policy development and quality improvement projects, scheduling and managing meetings, including agenda preparation and distribution, and also providing backup support to other assistants within the bureau when needed. This position is not a remote or telework position.

Requirements

Three (3) years of administrative/office clerical work experience.
Three (3) years of experience managing a calendar/schedule.
Three (3) years of experience with Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Three (3) years of experience with Statewide Travel Management System.
Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
Skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to plan and organize work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to use data systems such as MFMP, STMS, Flair, and others.
Ability to travel with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

Tracking policy initiatives, deadlines, and deliverables for the Assistant Deputy Secretary.
Coordinating cross‑bureau communication related to policy development and quality improvement projects.
Scheduling and managing meetings, including agenda preparation and distribution.
Providing backup support to other assistants within the bureau when needed.

Benefits

Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees
Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
Opportunities for career advancement
Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges/universities)
Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required)
Training opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Shared Savings Program for select medical services
Lower copays for prescription drugs
Health and Wellness discounts