GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 37010356

Requisition No: 878826 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 37010356

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37010356 

Salary:  $50,004.00 - $52,500.00, commensurate with experience 

Posting Closing Date: 07/12/2026 

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GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Fort Myers, FL

Pending Reclass

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection protects, conserves and manages the state’s natural resources and enforces its environmental laws. Each position works together as a whole to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 

This position is a highly independent administrative support position responsible for continued development, implementation, and effective management of key processes and programs within the District’s Regulatory and Business Planning Programs.  The incumbent is expected to conduct organizational evaluations of office procedures, provide technical assistance and aid in the development of procedures to assist the South District to operate more efficiently and effectively. The incumbent works closely with the District Director, Assistant Director (CAP), Permitting Program Administrator, and Support Services Administrator to identify problems, recommend improvements, and implement solutions that add value to internal and external customers.

Primary Responsibilities

Personnel:

• Under the direction of the Team Coordinator Lead, ensures all District recruitment and reclassification activities are conducted in accordance with DEP directives, policies, and guidelines.
• Routinely handles confidential information to include maintaining the district’s personnel files, documents, reports, and other personnel materials.
• Serves as the backup District HR Liaison for personnel action requests (PAR) approvals.
• Assists with the coordination of recruitment activities including staffing requisitions, compiling applications, finalizing job offers and storage of recruitment packages.
• Assists with employee onboarding and the orientation needs of new employees to include disseminating necessary information regarding administrative policies and procedures, employment, and benefits to new employees as needed.
• Prepares documentation for in-processing and out-processing employees as needed.

Travel and Training:

• Coordinates and tracks staff development/training and assists in determining training needs.
• Coordinates travel and training for all staff in the South District. 
• Assists South District Staff with the coordination of meetings, teleconferences, presentations, vehicle reservations and accommodations as needed.
• Maintains a working knowledge and current understanding of all policies, procedures, and approval requirements relating to travel.
• Acts as the District’s Lead Training Liaison.
• Works with leadership on staff training requests and coordinates timely approvals and travel authorizations.
• Tracks staff trainings events in the People First Learning Management System (LMS).

Procurement:

• Coordinates purchasing and procurement of commodities and services for all staff in the South District.
• Coordinates accounts payable activities for the South District. Responsible for coding and processing of all invoices for payment within specified time requirements, which includes ARIBA requisitions, travel, P-Card transactions, and miscellaneous reimbursements.
• Accurately enters all P-Card expenditures, monthly MFMP payments into expense tracker.
• Researches product and vendor information using the MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) eProcurement system. Prepares invoices for payment in MFMP.
• Manage contracts for office equipment (Postage machines, FedEx etc.).
• Maintains a working knowledge and current understanding of all policies, procedures, and approval requirements relating to purchasing goods and services.
• Works directly with vendors to resolve purchasing issues and maintains professional relationships with all vendors.
• Ensures office supply inventory is maintained, equipment needs are fulfilled and follows all purchasing requirements.
• Works with leadership to order appropriate field gear for staff in the South District.
• Conducts purchase card (P-Card) reconciliation activities for staff utilizing P-Card Works.

Fleet Management:

• Assists District’s Lead Fleet Coordinator with management of the South District fleet.
• Assists with performing monthly vehicle inspections including checking oil and transmission fluid levels, measuring tire tread depth, recording tire manufacturing dates, and checking tire air pressure.
• Assists with vehicle repair & maintenance coordination and transportation of vehicles to and from maintenance shops and car wash centers.

District Emergency Management Team (DEMT)

The incumbent of this position has been identified as a Mission Essential Personnel in accordance with the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and, in that capacity, may be required, on short notice, to perform duties and travel in support of emergency efforts. All leave approved is subject to recall in the occurrence of a major event. Leave should be coordinated with backup/cross-trained staff and approved by management to ensure that DEP essential functions can be performed, if required.

Other Duties:

• Participates in outreach activities as required.
• Assists with special projects related to Business Planning or broader South District needs.
• Provides assistance in executing COOP office preparations and response.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working hours: (A) Daily from Monday to Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) Eligible for Flexible Workweek. This position is not eligible for teleworking.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of administration, organizational analysis, and business management.
• Knowledge of project management principles, including planning, scheduling, and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of change management concepts and methods for implementing new or revised systems, procedures, and organizational structures.
• Knowledge of public administration, including governmental structures, administrative law, and public‑sector operations.
• Knowledge of risk management principles related to safety, continuity of operations, and emergency preparedness.
• Knowledge of budget and expense tracking in an organizational setting.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and process-improvement strategies.
• Ability to gather, organize, analyze, visualize, and interpret data for use in decision‑making, reporting, and performance measurement.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and monitor work assignments in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to map processes, design workflows, and document procedures using diagrams, flowcharts, or similar tools.
• Ability to facilitate meetings, workshops, and cross‑functional discussions to support organizational goals.
• Ability to manage sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, OneNote, OneDrive, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate written correspondence using proper grammar and business formats.
• Ability to maintain databases and tracking systems with accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to multitask and respond appropriately to varying priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with the public and colleagues.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of verifiable related experience in administrative/HR/FLEET/permitting or other related experience. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in related field may be used as an alternative for the required 2 years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
• The ability to successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history background check.
• Valid Driver License
• Travel is required, including overnight

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of public administration principles, human resources, and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of records management practices and information governance requirements.
• Knowledge of writing, reviewing, or enforcing standard operating procedures.
• Knowledge of MFMP, STMS, P-Card Works, Oculus and Oracle systems. 

 Pay:

$50,004.00 - $52,500.00, commensurate with experience 

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:

South District - The South District Office is located in Fort Myers. Fort Myers is popular for its great beaches that line the Gulf Coast, shopping and fishing.  Attractions include the historic Henry Ford and Thomas Edison estates, downtown Fort Myers, with its many restaurants and nightlife, as well as nearby Naples and the islands of Captiva and Sanibel. It is a sports enthusiast haven as the Spring Training home of the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins. The South District covers 8 counties (Lee, Collier, Charlotte, DeSoto, Sarasota, Hendry, Glades and Highlands). 

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 more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

To learn more about different DEP career opportunities, visit https://floridadep.gov/adm/hr/content/career-opportunities-0

To learn more about the DEP South District office, please access the following link: https://floridadep.gov/south

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_ER@dep.state.fl.us

 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.

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.

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.