State of Florida
Location
West Palm Beach, Florida
Salary
$41,334 / YEAR
Provides comprehensive administrative and fiscal support for the Program of Epidemiology and Communicable Diseases, including managing calendars, travel, and procurement. Responsible for inputting communicable disease data into state systems and maintaining confidential health records.
Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage complex databases and administrative functions independently. Must possess a valid driver's license and be available for emergency duty during disasters or outbreaks.
06/16/2026 Total Compensation Estimator ToolOpen Competitive Opportunity Specific Responsibilities: This is an Administrative Assistant II position in Program of Epidemiology and Communicable Diseases, TB, HIV/AIDS, and STD. Providing administrative support for program areas related to STD, HIV, TB, EPI. Work is performed under the supervision of the Operations & Program Manager. This position requires independent judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various job functions. This position is required to research data, develop statistical background, interpret fiscal reports and independently submit research data to management. Performs special assignments, research and prepares reports provides guidance and assistance to further achieve the goals of the Department. Uphold the rules of strict confidentiality and obey confidentiality orders from other government agencies in charge in certain situations, such as the FBI. Supports the Health Department and works with others in an effort to accomplish the goals of the department. Makes a reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the work area and complies with information security policies and procedures. Independently complete assignments of highly specialized administrative responsibilities across all fiscal, Contract management responsibilities, and general knowledge of administrative concepts, and personnel programs. Responsible for the completion of specialized projects on time, coordinates input from programs and administrative functions. This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain confidential information in accordance with Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department (CHD) Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures. Confidential access: Has access to Epidemiology Data Sets and Health Management System (HMS) to view demographics, financial, immunizations and clinical data for the purpose of locating and up-dating information for cases of communicable diseases/conditions reported to and investigated by the Epidemiology program. This position may view, up-date or release confidential information, including information from HMS, to other health care providers involved in the care of the patient. Arranges conference/meetings with public and private agencies. Structures office routine to accommodate a highly flexible, demanding, busy and varied work environment. Prepare travel and travel reimbursements for the Public Health Services Manager F-SES. Maintain a complex and busy calendar for the Operations & Program Manager. Attends meetings of a variety in connection with FDOH-Palm Beach County projects and programs to obtain and/or furnish information in the absence of the Assistant Director and take notes as needed. Maintains travel policies and procedures. Provides training and technical assistance to all programs in the preparation of Authorization to Incur Travel form, and reviews submitted travel requests to ensure that all required backup documentation for the travel is attached before submitting to the Director and/or Tallahassee for approval. Develops training system for agency travel requests and correspondence both locally and statewide, IRRs, contracts, grants. Provides staff support for surveillance and disease control in Epidemiology and Disease Control, including surveillance/Epidemiology for bioterrorism and all hazards preparedness. Inputs communicable disease case information into Merlin, the Statewide web-based disease reporting system. Inputs food illness complaints and other disease data into the appropriate database. Maintains a log of the communicable disease reports, hospital records and lab results received by the Program through fax and distributes reports to appropriate staff. Maintains the hard copy files of communicable disease reports, lab results and other records. Provides phone coverage for the program which includes routing calls to appropriate staff, transferring calls and making referrals to other programs within the Health Department as well as community agencies. Preparing letters, meeting notices and minutes; ordering supplies, maintaining disease report files duplicating and distributing materials. Responsible for the day-to-day management, function and use of the upgraded CHD Physician Database located in Epidemiology which includes the periodic download of essential data updates from FLDOH. Performs and assists select staff, within Epidemiology and other Programs, in running queries to produce lists of selected physicians and other entities for fax, telephonic, e-mail or mail notification. Coordinates with providers, hospitals, Long-term care facilities and other community agencies to ensure timely and accurate delivery of "mass faxes" for information/alert delivery notifications. Uses the Communicator system for mass faxing and maintains and up-dates files needed for this system. Provides clerical assistance to but not limited to surveillance, epidemiology and disease control team include:
Assembling materials needed for providing feedback and relevant information to reporting sources, i.e., physicians, infections control practitioners, hospitals and long-term care facilities and other community partners. Acquiring information and fact sheets from CDC and State Health Office related to communicable reportable diseases and all hazards preparedness. Providing relevant public health information such as reports and surveys to key partners, physicians and hospitals in the community by using physician and other databases to fax/email information. Assembling supplies and information needed for Strike Team members.
Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. Valid Driver’s License.
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
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
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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.
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