GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 42002028

Requisition No: 871108 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 42002028

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 42002028 

Salary:  $48,500.40 - $60,000.20 

Posting Closing Date: 03/10/2026 

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GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE

***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***

CONTACT:

Mike Klassen, (850) 691-0807

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or its equivalent and six (6) years of professional or nonprofessional experience in systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, engineering, or administrative work; or

A bachelor’s degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of professional experience in systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, engineering, or administrative work; or

A master’s degree (6 years) from an accredited college or university can substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Requires possession of a valid class E driver license.

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Occasional to moderate travel required.

Position may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other type incidents requiring travel, as needed.

NOTES:

To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.

JOB DUTIES:

This is a highly specialized position where the incumbent will act as a Wildfire Prevention Specialist in Region 1.

Conducts and coordinates fire prevention activities as directed and assigned by the immediate supervisor.  This shall include, but not be limited to, prescribed burning programs under F.S. 590, prescribed burning on state lands, knowledge of burning regulations, participation in programs, fairs, exhibits and other events that require the Florida Forest Service’s (FFS) presence.  Plans and coordinates the execution of cost analysis and feasibility studies of burning; develops fire prevention plans, and associated methodologies for fuel reduction and fire prevention.  Provides information and coordinates with local media as needed.  Informs and educates the general public and specific groups regarding wildland fire prevention.

This position will be part of the Incident Command System and will act as Information Officer during on going incidents. Prepares copy for news release services, utilizing computer software, either via electronic mail or hard copy print, of the fire danger, special occurrences, and other items which help in the flow of information to protect the health, welfare, and safety of the affected citizens.  Acts as point of contact for media related to wildfire issues, gives interviews and coordinates incident visits for the media and VIPs.  Coordinates activities with the State Office Information Coordinator as requested.

Uses still, digital and video camera equipment to record ongoing events and promulgate pictures and videos of such quality as to make available for distribution and training.

Works with local fire services and other agencies to establish a mechanism to decrease man-caused fires.  This may include the use of Arson Task Force Committees, joint planning, and other programs which lower the fire starts in the field unit.  Develops Incident Action Plans that will enhance emergency response and reduce damage potential during wildland/urban interface fires.

Performs related work as required.

The Following Special Benefits for this Position Include

• Annual Uniform Allotment
• Annual Boot Allotment

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 visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”

SPECIAL NOTES:

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.

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.