OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IV - 64857503 Date: Feb 10, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 846333 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IV - 64857503 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 64857503 Salary: $27.66 an hour Posting Closing Date: 02/21/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN ORANGE COUNTY JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT Class Title: OPS Biological Scientist IV Position Number: 64857503 Hourly Salary: $27.66 Hourly Location: 6101 Lake Ellenor Drive Orlando, FL 32809 **DOH – Orange is a tobacco free agency. **This advertisement may be used to fill future vacancies as they become available. **NOTE: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. ** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + Master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in Epidemiology, Public Health, or biological science. + Completion of at least 3 post-graduate level courses in epidemiology, such as qualitative methods, or public health analysis. Will be verified by graduate school transcript. + At least 1 post-graduate level course in Biostatistics. Will be verified by graduate school transcript. + Valid Florida Driver’s License and access to personal transportation. + Emergency Duty PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + At least one (1) year professional experience conducting epidemiological reportable disease case investigations at a state, tribal, local or territorial health department. + Experience in infection prevention and control activities or an equivalent combination of education or training. + Experience creating and maintaining databases, performing data analysis and visualization and scientific report writing. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a highly responsible position that works as an Epidemiologist in the Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange). This position will focus on increasing the capacity at the local health department to prevent and reduce diseases in the community. This position will conduct best practices and interventions for emerging and re-merging diseases through case and outbreak investigations, data collection and analysis, outreach events for prevention. This position: • Generates reports, data metrics, and presentations as needed, accurately and timely. • Attends or leads community meetings to provide partnership and education on diseases and related topics. • Conducts surveillance and enhances communication between the Florida Department of Health in Orange County and healthcare facilities, congregate settings, and high-risk community settings. • Conducts enhanced surveillance, investigate disease cases, and respond to disease outbreaks. The incumbent will be skilled in the use of syndromic surveillance systems, statistical software, and informatics systems that facilitate department objectives. • Participates in emergency response, including deployments away from home, as assigned. Is required to participate in emergency activities, such as but not limited to sheltering, natural disasters, and bioterrorism related events. • Participates in quality improvement projects and trainings. • Develops reports, attends trainings, and performs other duties as necessary. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION : + Ability to apply basic epidemiological principles and best practices + Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients with varied backgrounds and education levels. + Ability to speak publicly to groups of any size, such as community groups, media, policymakers, etc. + Ability to document work products. + Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. + Ability to work independently. + Ability to prepare and complete reports. + Skill to write in a technical format for journal and peer referred journals. + Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. + Ability to use office equipment, electronic mail, word processing and database programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, and statistical software, such as EpiInfo, RED. + Ability to collect and analyze disease surveillance data. + Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. + Skill to respond to public health emergency response needs and capabilities. 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. 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) 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. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). 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. 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. Location: ORLANDO, FL, US, 32809 Nearest Major Market:Orlando