Do you possess expertise in organizational management and a desire to support your community?  Pinellas County has the ideal career move for you!!

Performs responsible professional, administrative, compliance and technical work supporting the operations of the Department of Human Services, (HS). Work involves responsibility for the organization, management, administration, compliance and coordination of the day-to-day operations of the department.

Duties also involve working closely with the Division Director, HS on critical issues and organizational policies including HIPAA Compliance, public records, and department procedures. The incumbent will be responsible for activities such as:  compliance and organizational administration including monitoring, management of public records, organizational procedure development and oversight, as well as tracking organizational progress towards established goals and compliance with standard operating requirements.

Considerable independent judgment and initiative are exercised in carrying out the daily operations of the division. The incumbent will be responsible for providing training and technical assistance, including training for peers and executive staff.

This Section Manager 1 position is located at:  440 Court Street, Clearwater, FL  33756.  Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; with some availability for remote work.  This position is under the Human Services Department, Program and Contract Services Division.

What Will You Do

•          Provide management and oversight of Department compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.

•          Provide management and oversight of Department records (including storage, access, and maintenance) to ensure compliance with Public Records requirements and related requests. 

•          Provide leadership and administrative support for all Departmental procedures.

•          Provide management and oversight of Department progress towards established goals, special projects, and standard operating requirements.

•          Serve as the Department liaison for administrative responsibilities, as assigned.

•           Manage the activities of a specific section within the Department.

•          Provide recommendations, presentations, and reports on a variety of administrative and compliance related functions.

•          Manage, support, and guide supervisors and subordinates in project development.

•          Performs other related job duties as assigned.

What Do You Need

Experience:   Progressively responsible technical, professional, and administrative functions in organizational compliance,   public administration or a related field that includes 1 year of supervisory experience.

Degree:  Business or Public Administration, Social work, Psychology, Sociology.

•         Six or more years of experience as described above.

•          Associate’s degree and 4 or more years as described above.

•          Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years as described above.

•          Master’s degree or higher-level degree as described above.

•          An equivalent combination of training and experience

•          Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations is mandatory.

•          Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver’s License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report

Highly Desirable

•          Knowledge and experience providing oversight of compliance with regulations for Covered Entities including, but not limited to, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and 42 CFR Part 2.

•          Experience providing oversight and management of Public Records.

•          Maintains certification as a Certified HIPAA Professional (CHP), other related certification(s), or has experience with HIPAA/ 42 CFR Part 2 and the ability to become certified within one year of hire.

•            Experience developing organizational procedures including the provision of related training and compliance monitoring.

•          Experience providing management and oversight of compliance with public and/or business administration procedures.

•          Experience communicating effectively, both written and orally.

•          Experience making presentations to a variety of groups.

•          Experience establishing good working relationships with staff, other organizations, agencies, officials and the public.

•          Experience utilizing computer applications and software.

Why Choose Pinellas County?

When you join Pinellas County, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re investing in your future. We believe in supporting our employees with exceptional benefits that help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's why our benefits stand out as some of the best in the area:

·       Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and more that meet the needs of you and your family.

·       Florida Retirement System (FRS): Secure your financial future with a robust retirement plan that gives you peace of mind as you plan for tomorrow.

·       Generous leave time: Take advantage of time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.

·       Wellness Program: Access to county gyms 24/7 and wellness programs as part of our commitment to employee wellness.

·       Deferred compensation: Build your savings and plan for the future with flexible deferred compensation options tailored to your financial goals.

Want to learn more?

Review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.

https://pinellas.gov/class-specification/section-manager-1-hs/