Requisition No: 880268
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS SENIOR CLERK - 64964541
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 64964541
Salary: $18 to $22/Hour
Posting Closing Date: 08/03/2026
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Your Specific Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate would be someone passionate about environmental health causes and public relations professional skills. The position is based in Daytona Beach, Florida. Most of your daily time will be spent in the office communicating with clients, answering questions, processing payments , assisting the Environmental health team and special projects. This is a part time seasonal position.
Emergency Response
Responds to terrorism or natural disaster events and public health emergencies as assigned. Assists with the investigation and evaluation of suspected water-borne illness complaints/outbreaks. May work in disaster shelters during emergencies, as assigned. Performs other duties, as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of rules and regulations associated with community sharps collection programs
Knowledge of Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, file management and record retention and other procedures and terminology.
Knowledge of policies and procedures pertinent to deposits, data processing/confidentiality and biomedical waste laws.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions
Must have current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Must be able to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office programs to generate a variety of standard documents such as for correspondence, memos, agenda, minutes, charts, permits, legal notices and reports
Must be able to enter computer data with minimal errors
Must be able to use scanning software and perform quality assurance with minimal errors
Must be able to sit up to 4 hours at a time, lift 25 pounds, stretch, bend and kneel
Must have experience in billing processing including preparing invoices/correspondence for delivery, processing payments, answer customer billing questions and conduct follow-up calls
Preferred -
Establish and maintain ongoing, constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with management and staff
The Environmental Public Health Database, Application Extender, Quillix, Microsoft Office Suite programs to complete assignments.
Ability to operate electronic field sampling /testing/collection equipment and associated computers and software.
Principles and processes for providing good customer service and how to evaluate for customer satisfaction.
Calculate and verify the accuracy of financial or transactional data
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:
1845 Holsonback Drive, Daytona Beach 32117
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)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
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.
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.
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.
Location:
DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32117
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Nearest Major Market: Daytona Beach
