REGULATORY SPECIALIST II - 64085492

Regulatory Specialist II - 64085492

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The Prosecution Services Unit (PSU) is responsible for providing legal services in the regulation of all health care boards and councils. PSU takes administrative action against healthcare practitioners for violations of the licensee's practice act.

Your Specific Responsibilities :

• Timely prepares complex disciplinary cases for 3-5 professions for review by Probable Cause Panel (PCP) and / or Board members. Preparation includes, but is not limited to, independently reviewing a high volume of complex disciplinary cases for completeness, correct contents, and order of materials. Utilizes iBuilder, Axiom Pro, and / or Adobe, to facilitate building agendas. Utilizes flash drives and / or CDs for the transmittal of x-rays, audio, video and / or any materials that cannot be uploaded into iBuilder. Prepares and submits public book materials to Board office staff. Meets deadlines established by Program Operations Administrator and / or Board office staff, including, but not limited to, publishing agendas, mailing of materials to Panel members, preparing disposition letters for attorney review, and preparing / mailing of disposition letters to appropriate parties.
• Participates in all Probable Cause Panel telephone conference calls or live meetings for assigned professions. Unless otherwise instructed, ensures court reporters are scheduled for day of Probable Cause Panel meeting.
• Updates appropriate closure codes for PCP dismissals and / or updates appropriate post-Board meeting codes in LEIDS. Requires understanding of the disciplinary process and of the current status and activity codes. For any cases tabled or withdrawn at PCP or Board meetings, updates appropriate activity code and includes reason for being tabled or withdrawn in notes field.
• Submits copies of executed Closing Orders and disposition letters to Business Center for upload into the AxiomPro electronic case file. Document category and type are appropriately identified to ensure accurate upload of documents.
• Directs telephone inquiries received from the general public, complainants, subjects and / or subjects counsel concerning disciplinary cases to the responsible attorney or legal staff. Incumbent assists with requests for copies of investigative files by subjects of investigation or attorneys representing the subjects, pursuant to Chapter 456, Florida Statutes. Provides information and direction regarding the management of case files as processed through the probable cause panel area.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position : Sound writing and organizational skills; knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar usage; and sound reading comprehension. Computer skills and MS Office computer literacy are required. Ability to plan, manage, and organize work priorities, multitask and ensure proper completion of work assignments in a timely manner, and manage time. Ability to learn to use a case tracking system and applications required to perform daily work functions. Knowledge of the techniques for handling complaints and dealing with the public. Ability to compile, organize and analyze data and create reports. Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Preferred candidates should possess :

Qualifications :

Preference will be given to those who meet the following minimum requirements :

Where You Will Work :

2585 Merchants Row Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32399

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida :

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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.

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.

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.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.