RESEARCH AND TRAINING SPECIALIST

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Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: RESEARCH AND TRAINING SPECIALIST -
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number:
Salary: $45,060.11- $55,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 09/18/2025
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Duties and Responsibilities
This position works in conjunction with the Government Operations Consultant II on administrative training and policy and procedures reviews and updates. The incumbent reports to the Training and Development Manager I for Strategic Process Management (SPM) and works to assist the division in achieving its primary aim of effective management and accountability of agency financial, physical, and human resources. Specific duties include:
Develops new trainings, enhances, updates, and coordinates improvements to existing training.
• Supporting and monitoring in the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Develops and reviews training plan (Storyboarding) for developing and updating training content.
• Create interactive, engaging and informative content that caters to diverse learning styles and formats, such as
workshops, e-learning, and simulations.
• Designing, developing and delivering training programs using various instructional techniques and formats.
• Incorporates feedback content changes to trainings.
• Adds interactivity to confirm knowledge transfer and quality of information delivery.
• Collaborate with subject-matter experts (SMEs) for the development of new training.
• Monitors and communicate progress on all training development projects.
• Ensures reliable and correct information
• Adds interactivity to confirm knowledge transfer and quality of information delivery.
• Converts trainings and adds narration.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback and assessment tools.
• Supporting and monitoring in the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in training and development
• Ensure compliance with all department training requirements
• Other improvements as desired.
Assist the bureaus with their policy revision and development by:
• Articulating problems and identifying related process(es)
• Assessing and reporting probable cause(s) to the Training and Development Manager.
• Assisting Training and Development Manager in facilitating approved improvements. Activities may include, but are not limited to, preparing process maps, writing bulletins, memorandums, internal operating procedures, and policy revisions.
• Assist Training and Development Manager incorporating training development and updates to policy.
Special Assignments or Project role as required:

• Coordinates and works with SMEs, systems support staff, graphic designers, editor and grammar specialist, statewide training unit, outside vendors, and other technical training-related staff on development,

updates, and enhancements to new or existing trainings.

• ADM policy coordinator backup
• Attends professional development seminars, classes, and trainings
• Creates desk procedures
• Develops and implements communications plan
• Advises management about training progress and suggested improvements

Perform other duties as required.

1. Knowledge, skills, and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position : Skilled application of basic

process management blended with good operations review technique and analytics including good listening and writing competency. Qualifications:
Minimum - Firm understanding of Adult Learning principles and theory. Knowledge of the principles to effectively design and deliver e-Learning, Online Training (OLT), and Instructor Led Training (ILT). 2 years' experience working within the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Ability to analyze and transform raw data into effective adult training materials. Ability to interact and collaborate effectively with others to maintain working relationships.
Preferred - Preference will be given to someone with experience and knowledge in using Articulate Global 360 software, the ability to independently conduct research and compile data for training content development, as well as the understanding and application of relevant policies and procedures.
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:
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Tallahassee, FL
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

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• 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 ( ). 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 , 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 ( ). 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 , 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.
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