GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 64007027

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

6d • $42,463 - $61,670 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly responsible professional position located in the Early Steps program, which is in the Bureau of Early Steps and Newborn Screening. The Early Steps program performs the functions and oversight required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part C and Part III of Chapter 391, Florida Statutes. The individual in this position is responsible for the fiscal monitoring of programs and activities in the state to ensure that the state complies with all requirements in IDEA, Part C, state statutes, and enforce any obligations imposed on agencies, in addition to performing program manager activities. The position requires travel, and the incumbent is responsible for the following:

Requirements

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills for reviewing detailed accounting and numerical documents; knowledge of fiscal and administrative policies and procedures; and the ability to organize and manage time effectively.
• This role requires problem‑solving abilities, knowledge of generally accepted budgeting and contract management practices, and proficiency with computer software such as FLAIR, FACTS, Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Additional abilities include delivering quality customer service, communicating clearly both verbally and in writing, and interpreting and applying relevant rules, regulations, and policies.
• The position also requires the ability to research business‑related information online; review, categorize, prioritize, and analyze data; work independently on complex tasks; follow detailed oral and written instructions; manage multiple projects simultaneously; and complete work in a timely manner.
• The role demands flexibility, the ability to work effectively in fast‑paced environments with frequent interruptions, producing quality work under stress, and maintaining courteous interactions with others.
• Ability to travel is required.
• Valid State of Florida License
• All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) credentials
• Experience with Florida Medicaid processes such as claims processing, CPT codes, and fee schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assists with fiscal oversight and monitoring activities for the Early Steps program. Provide methods to ensure the provision of financial responsibility for Part C services per 34 CFR §303.120, §303.225, §303.414, §303.500, §303.510, §303.511, §303.520, §303.521.
• Prepares and conducts financial reconciliation of the Early Steps contracts using quarterly and annual expenditure review documents. This position works with the Early Steps contract managers to complete testing of expenditures, including sampling line-item expenditures for salaries, travel, and non-salary expenses from the contract provider’s formal accounting records. Tracks quarterly and annual reconciliations across the Early Steps contracts to ensure completion and prompt return of funding to the program when applicable.
• Performs technical assistance with Early Steps contract managers, fiscal unit staff, and Local Early Steps (LES) programs as it relates to reconciling financial records including payment issues, invoice corrections, FACTS reconciliation, assisting in the resolution of disputes or questions raised by external auditing entities (Auditor General and federal), DOH Finance and Accounting, or the Department of Financial Services.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for audits of contracts and contractual services. Gathers requested documentation and prepares documents in response to auditor inquiries. Works closely with the Division Contract Liaison and the Office of Contracts to communicate audit findings internally and ensure contracts remain compliant with statutes, rules, and policies.
• Review, evaluate, and track implementation of corrective action plans to ensure correction of any noncompliance identified through monitoring and complaint investigations as soon as possible and, within one year after identification of noncompliance.
• Participate in teams conducting onsite and desk review monitoring of assigned LES programs in the state.
• Performs other work-related duties as requested.

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: No Education Listed