GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 77072577

Requisition No: 848975 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 77072577

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77072577 

Salary:  $48,199 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 04/06/2025 

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FWC Fish & Wildlife Research Institute

Government Operations Consultant II – Career Service Position with Benefits

$1,853.81 Biweekly, $48,199.06 Annually

100 8th Ave. S

St. Petersburg, FL

 FWRI – Fisheries Dependent Monitoring

Government Operations Consultant II - CS 77072577

St. Petersburg, Florida - $48,199.06 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:
4 years professional direct related experience in administrative work, systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation or engineering; additional years of experience as described above are also required. A bachelor’s degree from a college or university and three years of professional experience in administrative work, systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation or engineering can substitute for the required experience.

 
Preferred Qualifications: 

Current administrative or clerical experience with state government.

Working knowledge of People First, EDA, FLAIR, MFMP, and PCard Works.

Knowledge and experience with budget management and tracking.

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:

Assist sub-section leader with administrative management and operation of the Fisheries Dependent Monitoring subsection. Investigate, analyze, and resolve problems relating to administrative and fiscal matters, or make recommendations for resolution. Act as sub -section budget coordinator to ensure effective and efficient accountability of fiscal operations. With subsection leader, consult, plan and manage multiple budgets. Assist with preparation, revision and tracking of subsection budgets. Track assigned grant budgets. Monitor cost projections, expenditures, encumbrances and balances. Identity, accounting errors and prepare expenditure moves. Reconcile accounts prior to approving reimbursement requests. Provide funding status reports. Maintain amounting databases and section accounts. Analyze and compile financial information for annual reports. Supervise assigned staff. Duties include but are not limited to recruitment, training, assigning work, fine sheet approval, review performance, discipline.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to plan, organize, evaluate and direct administrative support functions such as data management, accounting, personnel and purchasing

Understand and apply applicable roles, regulations, policies and procedures

Think logically and apply problem-solving techniques

Work independently as well as on a team

Prepare correspondence and reports

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Work with staff and the public in an effective, tactful and courteous manner to establish and maintain effective, professional relationships with others

Ability to effectively supervise others, delegate, direct and monitor work

Knowledge in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Pro
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines with the ability to act on changing priorities and responsibilities
Ability to work in a confidential environment

High attention to detail

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/.

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.