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State of Florida

OPS INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 64801135

State of Florida, Miami, Florida, us, 33222


OPS INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 64801135

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website.Requisition No: 841486Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: OPS INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST II - 64801135Full-time OPS PositionHourly Pay: $21.00*This position offers the possibility of teleworking, within the coverage area, under certain conditions.*Your Specific Responsibilities:Complete assigned routine, new opening, change of location, apprentice and closing inspections of healthcare facilities and/or establishments.Investigate possible criminal violations of applicable laws and/or the alleged violations in health care facilities.Demonstrate good public relations with licensees, the general public, local authorities, and other state agencies through personal contact and communication.Coordinate with Investigators for the Department of Health alleged violations through inspections, investigations, and audits relating to Florida Statutes and appropriate Board Administrative Rules governed by the Department of Health. Investigations may include interviewing witnesses and obtaining pertinent information related to determination of compliance with State inspection requirements.Evaluate relevant eligibility information. Determine eligibility or liability and approves or disallows application or license.Visit establishments to determine that valid licenses and permits are displayed and that licensing standards are being upheld.Conduct inspections/investigations of agencies and individuals performing regulated activities for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Warn violators of infractions or penalties.Assist attorneys in the prosecution of cases.Coordinate and promote regulatory/consumer services research and education.Confer with officials, technical, or professional specialists and interview individuals to obtain information or clarify facts.Prepare reports of activities, evaluations, recommendations, and decisions.Maintain and provide information and documents and respond to questions from individuals or groups concerning permits, regulations, or disciplinary actions.Interpret laws, administrative orders and governmental regulations, or provisions related to regulation for individuals and/or employers.Perform other duties as required.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Proficient computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; knowledge of computer databases; knowledge and use of the compliance management system and licensing system used by the Agency; knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures and government rules & regulations; knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar; understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents; communicating effectively with others in writing; talking to others to effectively convey information; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to plan, organize and prioritize work assignments; ability to work independently; investigating and researching; knowing how to find information and identifying essential information; finding ways to structure or classify multiple pieces of information; inspecting and evaluating the quality of products; using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches; ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and close attention to detail; ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Incumbent must be able to drive a state-owned vehicle for more than two hours and greater than 100 miles per day, and to navigate the roadways and find street addresses using road maps or internet street search programs to perform inspections at healthcare-related business establishments and facilities.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study; ORHigh School Diploma or equivalent; ANDFour (4) years of professional experience from one or more of the following fields: investigative, law enforcement, working in the juvenile or adult criminal justice system, regulatory inspections, regulatory compliance, resource protection, affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, regulatory work as a paraprofessional or higher, claims adjusting, auditing, financial examining, land appraisal work, land use planning or consulting, land acquisitions, social work, human relations, personnel, working as a licensed healthcare professional regulated by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance.Must have a valid driver's license, satisfactorily complete a background investigation, fingerprinting, and participation in direct deposit are requirements for employment.Where You Will Work:Main counties covered by office – Miami-Dade and MonroeFlorida 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)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.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.

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