GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 64007192 1

Requisition No: 861683 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 64007192 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64007192 

Salary:  $2,730.21 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 10/10/2025 

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Florida Department of Health

Bureau of Public Health Laboratories

Jacksonville Laboratory

 

Open Competitive Opportunity

 

 Your Specific Responsibilities:

This management analyst position manages the quality assurance (QA) program of the statewide Bureau of Public Health Laboratories (BPHL) Marijuana laboratory testing for specimens collected by the Office of Medical Marijuana inspectors. This includes documentation of method establishment and validation, parallel studies, pilot studies, Internal Organization for Standardization (ISO17025) accreditation and research.  The incumbent is expected to use independent judgment and technical skill to accomplish the tasks assigned.   

 

Analyzes, summarizes, and/or reviews data including reporting findings, interpreting results, and making recommendations on specimens received for proficiency testing and maintains data concerning reproducibility, reliability and specificity of tests used in the marijuana laboratory.   

 

Responsible for ISO17025 required documentation of processes and reviews on an established timeline for completeness of records, method validation, data analysis and review. Evaluation of method detection limits, linearity, and cutoff data for established methods. Prepares, maintains, and analyzes QA documentation for laboratory activities in the designated format. Consults with senior staff concerning needs and problems associated with proficiency testing, quality control and documentation needed to meet ISO requirements.

 

Participates in data collection set up and testing of information systems including testing of Laboratory Information System (LIMS) updates and new method implementation. When needed, participates in specimen accessioning.

 

Investigates discrepancies and reporting errors.  Documents the results of these audits and reports findings to senior staff and laboratory administration.

 

Performs other duties or projects as required. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of terminology, principles and techniques used in analysis and testing.

Skill in the use of lab equipment and computing. 

Ability to communicate effectively. 

Ability to work independently. 

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

Strong statistical analysis skills and understanding of laboratory quality management.

Familiarity with NELAC or ISO accreditation procedures. 

 

Qualifications:

Preferred: Bachelor’s or master’s degree, 2 or more years of quality assurance or laboratory experience.

 

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:

Jacksonville, Florida

 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

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