PLANNER I - 64004828

Requisition No: 876231 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: PLANNER I - 64004828 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64004828 Salary: $41,610.40 - $45,771.44 annually Posting Closing Date: 05/26/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool [

INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY

Applicants are accepted only from current Department of Health employees (includes OPS, Career Service, SES, and SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department. *Career Service Position* Your Specific Responsibilities: This position supports the Florida Department of Health in Holmes and Washington County Health Departments in response to health. medical emergencies resulting from terrorist acts, pandemics, hazardous material incidents or natural disasters. This is a sensitive position requiring finger printing and background screening. Employee in this position will adhere to the Florida Department of Health Information Security Policies and Procedures, key custodian for assigned areas. This position receives technical direction, project and tasking through the DOH-Holmes/Washington PHP Planning Consultant. Public Health Plans and Exercises: Assist the PHP Planning Consultant in developing and reviewing Emergency Operations plans and annexes annually and developing activities and exercises that increase Holmes Washington CHD’s abilities to prepare, respond, recover and mitigate man-made or natural disasters. This may include one-on-one trainings, functional and full-scale exercises and after-action reports. Assist in assuring preparedness expectations and deliverables are met and reported within timeframes specified by the state program office. Public Health Preparedness (PHP) Workforce Development and Training: Maintain records and assist with the coordination of mandated PHP related training. Maintain knowledge of the Incident Command System and the National Incident Management System. Help coordinate trainings for staff as directed by the PHP Planning Consultant and the Regional Planner/Trainer. Public Health and Medical/Emergency Support Function (ESF-8) Partnership: Establish and maintain working relationships with community response partners and public health and medical partners in each county. Respond during incidents to the Emergency Operations Center as an ESF-8 Liaison, working with Emergency Management and medical partners during an emergency to fill mission requests and other needs. Public Health Preparation and Response: Provide assistance during natural or man-made disasters in Holmes and Washington Counties. This may include; serving as Planning Section Chief on a CHD Incident Command Team, Public Health Strike Team member or other duties as assigned by the CHD Administrator, Incident Commander or PHP Planning Consultant. Maintain Disaster Inventory: Maintain disaster inventory in the Inventory Management System provided by the state program office. Inventory all disaster supplies on a schedule as directed by CHD management and the PHP Planning Consultant. Purchasing of Disaster Inventory: Complete training as offered to allow for management and purchasing of disaster supplies. Purchase supplies as directed by the DH Planning Consultant. Safety Officer: Serves as the County Health Department Safety Officer. Runs required drills, conducts safety inspections and reports to the state office. Keeps the CHD Administrator advised of unsafe situations. Other: Attend and actively participate in staff trainings, department meetings and quarterly staff meetings. Complete all required reports, including EARS, within required time frame. Participate in Public Health Preparedness Performance Management, QA /QI activities as assigned; and preparedness conference calls, workshops, interagency committees, trainings, conferences and similar activities relevant to public health preparedness. Perform other duties as assigned or required Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of public health and of services of other agencies dealing with the health and welfare of individuals and communities. Working knowledge of public health preparedness, including Emergency Support Function 8, National Incident Management and Incident Command Systems Skills: Active listening, reading comprehension, critical thinking, complex problem solving, judgment and decision making, writing; social perceptiveness; computer literacy and experience including word processing, spread sheet applications, PowerPoint, e-mail and Internet. Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, professionals, and consumers. Ability to work independently. Ability to develop and adapt approaches to problems that take into account cultural differences. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to learn and apply basic technology and computer skills. Minimum Qualifications:

• Required – valid driver’s license
• Preferred - high school diploma or equivalent

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: FDOH Holmes and Washington County Health Departments 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 [

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit [ 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: 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. 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.