Government Operations Consultant II - 77072723

Requisition No: 872671 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: Government Operations Consultant II - 77072723

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77072723 

Salary:  $ 51,060.11, annually 

Posting Closing Date: 04/16/2026 

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FWRI, Keys Fisheries Research

GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - Career Service Position with Benefits

$51,060.11 Annually

2796 Overseas Hwy., Suite 119

Marathon, FL

PENDING RECLASSIFICATION

FISH AND WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE – Keys Fisheries Research

GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II – CS77072723

Marathon, FL - $51,060.11 Annually 

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself.  The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.

Minimum Qualifications:
A high school diploma and eight years of professional experience in administrative work.  An associate’s degree can substitute for two of the eight years of experience and a bachelor’s degree can substitute for four of the eight years of experience. Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.

 
Preferred Qualifications: 

Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:
One or more years of working in the State of Florida’s MyFloridaMarketPlace, the Purchasing Card system, and State of Florida purchasing processes. 

Requirements:
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 1 background check at no cost to the candidate. 
 

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume.  Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

 
Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Act as office manager in coordinating daily operation of the South Florida Regional Laboratory (SFRL). Develop and monitor budgets for research programs and grants. Assist staff with preparation and review works purchases and STMS travel reimbursements. Act as purchasing card delegate entering and approving employee purchasing card transactions into the p-card system. Assist with property inventory, tracking, and disposal. Maintain vehicle and vessel WEX fuel and repair cost including but not limited to purchasing card reconciliation reports and vehicle/vessel logs. Maintain DMS facilities parking permits and TRIRIGA facilities requests. Assist Program Administrator with the administration of the SFRL science programs (spiny lobster, restoration ecology, and finfish research) and provide support to all staff based at SFRL across Divisions as required. Act as program receptionist by receiving and responding to or directing incoming telephone calls and/or visitors to appropriate staff members. Perform other duties as assigned.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Pro

Knowledge of grant budget administration, contract budget management, or project budget management principles.

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments efficiently.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Skill in the use of personal computers and standard office software.

Skill in using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, to conduct administrative functions

Skill in using Adobe Acrobat or similar software to review and manage electronic documents.

Ability to learn and use software for State administrative processes including People Frist, FLAIR, STMS, TRIRIGA and in the future PALM

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.  As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly

No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance

Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year

4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly

Retirement Plan Options

State University and College Tuition Waiver Program

On the Job Trainings

Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.

Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

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.