BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR II - SES - 64025998 Date: Jan 21, 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: 845114 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: BIOLOGICAL ADMINISTRATOR II - SES - 64025998 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 64025998 Salary: $2,033.07 - $3,277.81 Biweekly Posting Closing Date: 02/11/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY Bureau of Public Health Laboratories Tampa Laboratory Salary Range: $2,033.07 - $3,277.81 Biweekly Your Specific Responsibilities: This is a highly responsible professional administrative supervisory position serving as the Virology Administrator over all aspects of the Virology Unit at the Bureau of Public Health Laboratories (BPHL) in Tampa and serving as Lead Virologist and subject matter expert for the entire Department of Health BPHL. The incumbent reports directly to the Laboratory Director and must be able to work independently on any assignments delegated by the Director. All duties are performed under general supervision and involve considerable responsibility, authority, and the use of independent judgment. This position spends more than 50% of the time engaged in supervisory responsibilities. This includes communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees in addition to planning and directing employees’ work. The incumbent has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. The incumbent will also be required to develop performance expectations, meet with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, maintain vacation and work schedules, ensuring proper coverage, and complete timesheets. Maintains vacation and work schedules to ensure proper coverage and completes timesheets. Ensures all staff complete required training and are offered additional training. This position requires travel. Plans, supervises, and coordinates the activities of the Tampa Laboratory Virology Unit, including, but not limited to clinical virology, clinical arboserology, and the Arbovirus Surveillance Program. Interprets laboratory findings and prepares laboratory reports. Develops and evaluates virology procedures and protocols for BPHL; assures BPHL virology staff are adequately trained; develops proposals for the investigation of mission-related public health studies; serves as contract manager/manager/Principal Investigator for awarded grants and contracts. Prepares correspondence and manuscripts for publication. Makes oral presentations, arranges, and conducts laboratory tours. Coordinates all viral testing performed by BPHL. Makes recommendations for testing algorithms for consideration by the Tampa Laboratory Director and the Bureau Chief. Consults with and advises physicians, county health departments, DOH personnel, and the public regarding laboratory procedures, the interpretation and significance of test results, and other public health related matters. Supervises and performs a variety of administrative and technical duties throughout the Virology and Arbovirology Units. Consults with and instructs subordinates when specific problems arise and in the implementation of new procedures. Assures the laboratory proficiency testing is performed appropriately and correctly within the Virology Unit. Monitors quality control and quality assurance for viral testing throughout BPHL, including proficiency testing. Assures the maintenance of laboratory safety, staff licensure, and performance standards. Supervises the maintenance of administrative and laboratory records of the Virology Unit. Serves as a BPHL Tampa Select Agent Program Alternate Responsible Official. Interviews job applicants. Performs other related duties as required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to collect, record, and analyze scientific data relating to the biological sciences. Ability to conduct biological research, studies or analyses using scientific methods and techniques. Ability to solve problems and make decisions. Knowledge of the terminology, principles and techniques used in biological research, analysis, or testing of clinical specimens. Knowledge of procedures, techniques, and equipment used in a laboratory. Skill in the use of lab equipment. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work independently. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Qualifications: Minimum – Bachelor’s degree or higher in a chemical or biological science. Five years of clinical laboratory experience including at least three years as a clinical laboratory supervisor. Preferred–Master’s degree or higher in a chemical or biological science. 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: Tampa, Florida The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: + Annual and Sick Leave benefits. + Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. + State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options. + Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com ); + Flexible Spending Accounts. + Tuition waivers. + 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. 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. 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