OPS DATA PROCESSING CONTROL SPECIALIST - 64801999

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

84d • $20 - $35

About The Position

This is a technical position, responsible for supporting the Bureau of Environmental Public Health (BEPH) Preparedness Program. Maintains a working knowledge of Bureau of Environmental Public Health (BEPH) and the Bureau of Preparedness and Response (BPR), along with tools and resources that support preparedness and response activities. Collects, manages, updates, and archives program operational data including toolkits, brochures, presentations, reports, raw data, press releases, and strategic planning documents. Works with subject matter experts in the BEPH and BPR to identify opportunities to build and improve solutions that support environmental health preparedness and response decision making, situational awareness, and data management and sharing. Develops and assists in coordination and implementation of plans, procedures, and strategies for response, recovery, and mitigation functions dealing with natural or man-made disasters as needed. Prepares and provides input on collaborative program planning documents such as emergency plans, standard operating guidelines, and preparedness tools through coordination and maintenance of effective working relationships between BEPH leadership, county health departments, and local, state, and federal government. Assists BEPH leadership with guidelines, exercises, preparedness tools, and measures of functional emergency preparedness and environmental health, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Assists in the development and presentation of awareness and public information programs and curricula for county partners, divisions, preparedness partners, civic groups, clubs, and in public schools regarding disaster preparedness and related subjects. Assists in the design, coordination, presentation, and evaluation of disaster exercises involving local or multi-county response. Assists in the development and tracking of the program strategic direction by assembling information and identifying and communicating potential risks as assigned. Establishes resource, time, and scope requirements for current and planned activities. Conducts, facilitates, documents, tracks, and reports on the status of program projects. Prepares reports and performs analysis as requested. Prepares responses to inquiries, reports, and related correspondence. Provides logistical input, identifies needs for additional resources, and provides assistance to the program lead before, during, and following an incident or event. Assists with preparation of site visitations to emergency areas to liaison and assist with the preparation of plans, exercises, conferences and other programs as needed. Performs environmental health emergency assessments and other post disaster functions, as requested, or as needed.

Requirements

• Valid Driver License
• Knowledge of curriculum development and training program implementation.
• Knowledge of computer analysis principles and practices.
• Ability to develop and implement training programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel as needed.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree (BS) from a college or university.
• Four years of preparedness planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a working knowledge of BEPH and BPR.
• Collect, manage, update, and archive program operational data.
• Work with subject matter experts to improve solutions for environmental health preparedness.
• Develop and assist in coordination and implementation of response plans.
• Prepare and provide input on collaborative program planning documents.
• Assist BEPH leadership with guidelines and preparedness tools.
• Develop and present awareness and public information programs.
• Assist in the design and evaluation of disaster exercises.
• Track program strategic direction and communicate potential risks.
• Prepare reports and perform analysis as requested.
• Provide logistical input and assistance during incidents.
• Perform environmental health emergency assessments.

Benefits

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees