OPS Government Operations Consultant I - 37979059

Requisition No: 878648 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS Government Operations Consultant I - 37979059

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37979059 

Salary:  AGENCY TO UPDATE 

Posting Closing Date: 06/26/2026 

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OPS Government Operations Consultant

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Naples, FL 34113

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The Governmental Operations Consultant 1 position will:

Provide assistance to the OMC II with grants and contracts management, submitting grant applications, assisting with reports and tracking budget and grant match. Assists OMC II with Implementing contracts, reviewing deliverables and processing contract payments.

Processes purchase orders in the My Florida Marketplace system (MFMP). Ensures all expenditures are charged to proper organization and grant codes. Processes MFMP Invoices charges for payment in an accurate and timely manner per DEP directives and policies. Processes and uploads all utility bills Into Oculus. Maintains accurate records of purchasing by posting all transactions Into Excel spreadsheet

Prints monthly FIN reports and reconciles budget Independently handles written communications and budget requests by the Reserve staff and provides managers with accurate summary of expenditures within each department's budget.

Prepares and makes recommendations for budget adjustments as necessary in cooperation with the Operations Management Consultant II. Assists in the collection of data used in the preparation of monthly budget projections and other reports.

Provides P-card purchasing assistance for the reserve staff as needed, timely processing WORKS charges and tracking the expenditures.

 Processes travel requests and reimbursements for the Reserve staff as needed

 Maintains records on staff cell phones and usage, and orders new phones

 Maintains the organization of the office supply room, keeping all copiers, printers, postage etc. stocked and in good working condition. Develops and maintains an accurate filing system with proper records retention schedule.

Assists with mall distribution and deliveries

Other Duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Microsoft Suite program; Excel, Word, Outlook; administrative principles and practices and general office procedures

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.

Applicable Job-Specific License or Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of My Florida Market Place.

Proficient in Microsoft Suite Program

Procurement experience

Pay:

$18.00 to $20.00 per hour

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:

Rookery Bay NERR is located between the coastal towns of Naples and Marco Island in Collier County, Florida

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).  
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• And more!

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

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

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.

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.