RECORDS TECHNICIAN - Florida State Jobs : Job Details

This position reports directly to the General Services Manager - SES in the Vital Statistics area of Escambia County Health Department (Escambia CHD). This is a specialized technical Deputy Registrar position involving record management, conscientious decision making, and initiative in implementing policies, programs, and services, within the Vital Statistics area. Responsible for the collection, review and maintenance of birth and death records as outlined in the Florida Statutes, Chapter 382 and the Administrative Code 10D-37 and 10D-49. Will provide assistance to the general public, hospital personnel and others as requested. The position requires communication in writing or orally with linguistic and cultural proficiency. Travel may be required.

Review applications to issue birth or death certificates in accordance with Florida Statutes and Administrative Codes. Process certificates to VA, law enforcement, Children and Families, and other state and non-government agencies. Process amendments from the State Office of Vital Statistics, track and issue certified documents utilizing the E-Vitals System. Collection of fees for both birth and death certificates issued and/or ordered as necessary. Process fetal death certificates for filing with the State Bureau of Vital statistics. Compile daily activities of funeral home accounts. Maintain a file on late death records and aid when needed to local funeral homes alerting Chief Deputy Registrar of reluctant Doctors. Prepare monthly statements for journal transfers for death certificates. Complete VITALCHEK orders by reviewing applications to determine appropriate type of Vital Statistics records to issue in accordance with the Florida Statutes and Administrative Codes. Order and reconcile Safety Paper purchases as referred to in the Chief Deputy Registrars Operations Manual (COM). Preparing monthly statements for journal transfers for death certificates. Maintain daily cash transfer log and cashier change fund. Answer telephones in the Vital Statistics Unit as needed. Perform various customer service functions as the main shipping area for Escambia CHD, notifying Department Divisions when deliveries have arrived. Perform courier duties. Other duties as assigned and participate in professional development opportunities and staff development and training.

Basic mathematics skills and communication skills. Uses information technology such as MS Office, EDRS (Electronic Death Records System), EVitals, VitalChek etc.

Minimum - High School diploma, 1-3 years Work Experience, and a Valid Driver's License Required.

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: Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely. Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect. Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

1295 W Fairfield Drive; Pensacola, FL 32501

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 a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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.

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.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.

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.

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-###-####).

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.

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.