OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST II - 64834027

　　Date: Jan 23, 2024

　　Location:

　　TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399

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　　Requisition No: 820854

　　Agency: Department of Health

　　Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST II - 64834027

　　Pay Plan: Temp

　　Position Number: 64834027

　　Salary: $23.30

　　Posting Closing Date: 03/05/2024

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　　OPS-Open Competitive

　　Your Specific Responsibilities:

　　Maintain working relationships with vital records and medical examiner/coroner offices, forensic centers, and law enforcement.

　　Abstract data from death certificates and coroner and medical examiner reports, including postmortem toxicology findings, into State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS) database. Data shall be abstracted into online databases in a timely manner using established protocols.

　　Work with the drug overdose surveillance teams to refine their fatal drug overdose data processing and ensure coordination in drug overdose data efforts.

　　Conduct SUDORS data quality assurance activities.

　　Conduct manual reviews of narrative fields within SUDORS as needed.

　　Assist in the completion of SUDORS closeout reports (e.g., case validation and quality control reports).

　　Attend SUDORS workgroup meetings.

　　Maintain working knowledge of all coding guidance and database changes.

　　Follow data security and confidentiality procedures and protocols.

　　Potentially contribute to SUDORS-related manuscripts, surveillance reports, and/or data briefs, depending on interest and skillset.

　　Travel to provide on-site data abstraction, as needed.

　　Maintain working relationships with vital records and medical examiner/coroner offices, forensic centers, and law enforcement.

　　If position requires local travel, employee must pass pre-hire and annual motor records check and carry minimum auto liability coverage.

　　This role is involved in a dynamic public health program. As such, roles and responsibilities are subject to change as situations evolve. Roles and responsibilities listed above may be expanded upon or updated to match priorities and needs.

　　Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

　　Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

　　Highly motivated and organized with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.

　　Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with ability to be efficient and consistently deliver high-quality work under time constraints.

　　Proficiency in navigating computer systems; ability to learn new data systems quickly and to comply with data integrity and security to safeguard all personal identifiable information.

　　Emotional resilience to deal with potentially triggering data on a daily basis.

　　Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams.

　　Proficiency in at least one statistical analysis software program (preferably SAS) is preferred but not required.

　　Qualifications:

　　Minimum:

　　A Master’s degree in a related field OR Bachelor’s degree with 2-3 years of professional experience is required.

　　Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Zoom.

　　Preferred:

　　Proficiency in at least one statistical analysis software program (preferably SAS) is preferred but not required.

　　Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

　　Mission:

　　To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

　　Vision:

　　To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

　　Values:

　　I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

　　C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

　　A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

　　R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

　　E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

　　Where You Will Work:

　　Tallahassee, FL

　　This position is a remote position with the Florida Department of Health.

　　The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

　　Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

　　State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)

　　Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)

　　Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)

　　Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)

　　Deferred Compensation (voluntary)

　　Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

　　And more!

　　For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

　　Please be advised:

　　Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

　　This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

　　Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

　　If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

　　The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

　　Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

　　Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

　　The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

　　Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

　　The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

　　Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee