CERTIFICATION COORDINATOR - 72003265

Requisition No: 863715 

Agency: Management Services

Working Title: CERTIFICATION COORDINATOR - 72003265

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 72003265 

Salary:  $50,000 - $55,000 

Posting Closing Date: 11/04/2025 

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Division of Specialized Services
Office Supplier Development
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

The Office of Supplier Development is seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven Certification Coordinator to administer the state’s certification and recertification processes. In this role, you will review applications, verify eligibility, and issue certification decisions that help expand Florida small business participation in public procurement.

This role offers a unique blend of technical review, customer service, and educational outreach. You will provide clear guidance and support to Florida small businesses navigating the certification process, and work with our marketing team to develop materials that explain both the process and its value as necessary.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, a strong communicator, and passionate about promoting access to contracting opportunities. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate certification records, addressing vendor questions or concerns, and supporting the integrity of the certification process.

If you are passionate about supporting Florida small businesses, have strong organizational skills, and enjoy a mix of independent and collaborative work, we encourage you to apply!

Position responsibilities:

•    Administer the state’s certification and recertification processes, including application intake, eligibility review, and approval or denial of certifications.

•    Provide information and technical assistance to businesses seeking certification or recertification.

•    Communicate with customers throughout the certification process, including leading pre- and post-certification workshops.

•    Track and report certification-related data, such as application volume, approvals, denials, and regional distribution.

•    Collaborate with internal teams to address vendor concerns and ensure consistent, transparent certification practices.

•    Promote new certified businesses among state agency procurement professionals and other interested groups.

•    Assist the Office of Supplier Development team as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•    Ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 

•    Proficient in using Microsoft office products.

•    Communication Skills. 

•    Organizational Skills. 

•    Time Management. 

•    Ability to execute event planning and management strategies.

•    Ability to manage projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

•    Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

•    Experience in certification, compliance, or regulatory processes preferred

•    Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

•    Comfortable working independently and collaboratively

•    Public sector or customer service experience

Our Organization and Mission:

Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Secretary Pedro Allende and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency with a broad portfolio that includes the efficient use and management of real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs used throughout Florida’s state government. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, “We serve those who serve Florida.”

Special Notes:

DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience and transferrable 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 provided email addresses: DMS.Ability@dms.myflorida.com
DMS.Veterans@dms.myflorida.com

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 DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 488-2707. DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

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.