SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING CONSULTANT (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 37002550

Requisition No: 871604 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING CONSULTANT (PENDING RECLASSIFICATION) - 37002550

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37002550 

Salary:  $60,000 - $65,000.04, commensurate with experience 

Posting Closing Date: 03/15/2026 

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SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING CONSULTANT

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 is advanced level position in which the incumbent independently performs complex analytical and technical activities with limited supervision. The role involves developing and implementing solutions using the most appropriate platforms, including the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint), ArcGIS (ArcGIS Pro, Survey123, Field Maps), and other agency-supported software. The incumbent is responsible for developing and maintaining computer programs and system software to store, locate, and retrieve documents, data, and information, and may also develop and maintain websites.  The position requires sound decision-making skills to evaluate, plan, and integrate data analysis into actionable solutions, strategies, policies, or recommendations. This position reports to the Program Administrator for Business Planning. 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. 
• Primary Responsibilities
  • The incumbent will coordinate or install computer programs and system software, and will test, maintain, and monitor computer systems. Responsibilities include determining optimal methods for processing, storing, and retrieving information; compiling and documenting program development and revisions; and updating existing programs to improve efficiency or meet new requirements. The incumbent will consult with leadership to clarify program intent, identify issues, and recommend improvements. Additional duties include writing instructions for operating personnel, applying logical and efficient program development techniques, and providing authoritative guidance on computer systems and software.
  • The position also provides end-user support across the organization for various software applications to ensure efficient and effective business operations. This includes troubleshooting applications for internal customers, assisting with the design, and delivery of software training programs, and participating in the full software development lifecycle (researching, designing, coding, testing, documenting, and modifying applications).
  • The incumbent will conduct organizational studies and evaluations; design systems and procedures; perform work simplification and measurement studies; and prepare operations and procedures manuals to support management in improving operational efficiency and effectiveness. 

• Representative Duties
  • Analyze district data for anomalies, trends, and improvement opportunities; determine relevant data and appropriate analytical methods; apply statistical analysis, simulation, and optimization to develop practical solutions; complete impact analyses; advise management on recommended actions; and prepare proposals and reports.
  • Critically evaluate information from multiple sources, reconciles conflicts, decompose high-level information into detailed components, and distinguish user requests from underlying needs.
  • Initiate system development and process improvements; assess risks associated with change initiatives; recommend and implement mitigation strategies; provide coaching, facilitation, whole-systems analysis, process reengineering, and organizational development services; and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented processes.
  • Liaise with the Office of Technology and Information Services (OTIS) to resolve issues related to software products or agency systems.
  • Run and monitor software performance tests to identify errors, isolate areas for improvement, and perform debugging.
  • Recommend, schedule, and implement software improvements and upgrades.
  • Participate in the design, development, and delivery of software development training programs.
• Business Support:
  • Build and maintain relationships with key business support partners. Coordinate, plan, and participate in business supports outreach activities as required.  

• Performs other related duties as required.

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:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint) and ArcGIS.

• Understanding of web technologies and web content management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of verifiable related experience as described above. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or data science may be used as an alternative for the required 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 for:

• Certification in Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint) and ArcGIS.

• Understanding of web technologies and web content management.

Pay:

$60,000 - $65,000.04, 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.