OPERATIONS & MGMT CONSULTANT MGR - SES - 37002052 1

Requisition No: 886672 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPERATIONS & MGMT CONSULTANT MGR - SES - 37002052 1

Position Number: 37002052 

Salary:  $6,375.00 monthly 

Posting Closing Date: 11/13/2026 

OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT MGR. (SES)-37002052

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Job Vacancy

Open Competitive

This position is located in Apopka, Florida

Closing Date: 11.13.2026

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is an Assistant Bureau Chief position for the district 3 Administration.

In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

• Spends majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees; and planning and directing employees’ work, and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. Supervises managers in the operations of park units within the Park District.  Responsible for administering and directing the management of all operating units.

• Assists the Bureau Chief in the overall management and administration of district operations, including the implementation and monitoring of policies, plans and programs related to administration, resource management, visitor services, protection and maintenance.   Provides consultation and recommendations to the Bureau Chief and to park managers in the areas of administration, personnel, education, training, interpretation, citizen support organization, volunteer recruitment and utilization, and donation solicitation.  In the absence of the Bureau Chief, handles routine as well as critical matters requiring attention.

• Conduct on-site reviews of district parks to assess efficiency and effectiveness of operations as well as staff morale.  Take any action as necessary.

• Assists the Bureau Chief in the development of budget requests, and allocation of funds commensurate to priorities.

• Directs the establishment of goals and objectives for each unit and reviews, approves and monitors action plans to accomplish those goals and objectives.

• Monitors and assesses the operation of district units to assure cost effective operations and compliance with all department and division operating policies and procedures.  Assures completion of and participates in conducting annual management summaries and annual performance and fiscal audits as required.

• Assists the Bureau Chief in the implementation, coordination and monitoring of all resource management programs relating to parks within the district. 

• Represents the District and Division at various meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences to obtain and furnish information.

• Performs other duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of: basic management principles and practices; methods of data collection and analysis; prescribed burn and wildfire characteristics; OSHA regulations and operational safety requirements and rules; rail-to-trail program functions; ADA requirements and reasonable accommodations practices. 

Skill in: utilizing computer equipment and various software. 

Ability to:  supervise people; manage a consultative program designed to assure the resolution of managerial and operational problems; determine work priorities, assign work and insure proper completion of work assignments; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; assess budgetary needs; formulate policies and procedures; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities; organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials; collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices; conduct fact finding research; work independently; solve problems and make decisions; calmly and effectively coordinate emergency/crisis situations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position. 

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks 

Pay:

$6,375.00 monthly/ $76,500.00 annually 

Our Organization and Mission: 

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

District 3 Administrative Office

Located in Wekiwa Springs State Park

1800 Wekiwa Circle

Apopka, FL 32712

With emerald springs feeding the Wekiwa River and lush tropical hammocks, this unique park just minutes from downtown Orlando is perfect for observing abundant wildlife or cooling off on a summer day.

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 (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Special Notes:

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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 (1-866-663-4735). 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 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.