OPERATIONS REVIEW SPECIALIST - 50556097

Operations Review SpecialistThis is a highly responsible position within the Homes Division of the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:This position is in the Homes Division and is responsible for the development, planning, implementation, and execution of processes and systems to ensure positive outcomes in the State Veterans' Homes. Consult and advise on Life Safety, Building Codes and AHCA Construction Standards. Maintains professional standards of care and ensures compliance with State, Federal and VA regulatory guidelines. Coordinate, facilitate, and advise on the Preventative Maintenance Program for the State Veterans Homes.

Consult, participate, and oversee in the maintenance of physical plants and equipment for Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects and systems for State Veterans' Homes: assist Project Manager in preparation of CIP's annual budget forms for submission with legislative budget requests. Maintain knowledge of Life Safety Codes, Building Codes and AHCA Construction Standards as required. Consult/Inspect the maintenance of physical plants and equipment. Audit/Review Life Safety Book, to ensure continued compliance. Develop, plan, and implement processes and systems for the Operating Capital Outlay (OCO) expenditures; complete daily tracking of expenditures, reconcile fund balances, and report fund balance updates and requirements throughout the Fiscal year to ensure funds are appropriately spent and encumbered before funds expire.

Develop, plan, and implement processes and systems for the Deferred Maintenance Program and other funding programs as required; complete daily tracking of expenditures, reconcile fund balances, track project status; and prepare project status reports as needed. Coordinate and facilitate the Statewide Energy Management Program (SEMP) for the State Veterans Homes, review utility invoices; accurately and timely update/maintain monthly energy usage reports for each home; and prepare and submit yearly SEMP reports for each home by established deadline. Serve as the FDVA Contract Manager for contracts as needed. Perform special projects and other duties as assigned Travel is required for this position to include extended overnight trips, up to 75% of the time.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to organize data in logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials. Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings Ability to speak, read, write and follow instructions and communicate effectively.

Ability to work effectively with others. Ability to perform tasks related to computer use. Able to travel as needed.