GENERAL SERVICES SPECIALIST - 79000565

Requisition No: 875843 

Agency: Business and Professional Regulation

Working Title: GENERAL SERVICES SPECIALIST - 79000565

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 79000565 

Salary:  $1550.80 - $2268.09 

Posting Closing Date: 05/18/2026 

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Division of Administration
General Services Specialist

Position # 79000565
Hiring Salary: $1,550.80- $ 2,268.09 bi-weekly

*STATE PERSONNEL SYSTEM -
Only current State Personnel System Employees will be considered. *

***Anticipated Vacancy***

***Applicants must complete all fields in the Candidate Profile.  Work history, hours worked, and formal education are required to qualify for this position.  Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile. Resumes and other documentation can be attached to provide additional information. ***

The Work You Will Do:

This position serves as the Division’s primary resource for facilities and leasing administration, supporting statewide operations. Under the direction of leadership, the incumbent manages lease procurement, contract compliance, and facility coordination to ensure efficient, cost-effective use of space. This role plays a key part in maintaining operational continuity, supporting strategic planning, and ensuring compliance with Chapter 255, F.S., Chapter 60H-1, FAC and Department of Management Services (DMS) requirements.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Manage and administer all agency leases, including procurement, renewals, and compliance with DMS policies and procedures.

Coordinate facility maintenance, inspections, and issue resolution across statewide locations.

Prepare solicitations (RFPs/quotes), evaluate proposals, and negotiate lease terms to achieve cost savings.

Serve as liaison between building managers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to support facility operations.

Oversee and support construction, renovation, relocation, and space planning projects.

Maintain accurate lease files, documentation, and reporting to support budgeting and legislative requests.

Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure compliance with lease terms and safety standards.

Participate in move coordination and provide support for space utilization and furniture needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Chapter 255, F.S., Chapter 60H-1, FAC and DMS leasing policies and procedures.

Ability to analyze data, evaluate options, and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.

Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with sound judgment.

Effective communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business systems to support reporting and operations.

Minimum Requirements: 

Must possess a high school diploma and one year of experience.

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:

• State of Florida retirement package: 3% employee contribution required.
• Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new employee with the State of Florida
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• The State of Florida offers health insurance coverage (i.e. individual and family coverage) to eligible employees.
• The State of Florida provides a $25,000 life insurance policy to eligible employees.
• Additional supplemental insurance policies are available for dental, vision, hospital supplement, cancer, etc.
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts are available.
• Tuition waiver program to attend an approved State of Florida College or University

For additional benefit information, please visit the following website: http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Applicant Note:

To maintain fairness and integrity in our hiring process, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews is strictly prohibited. Applicants must provide their own, authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and recruitment process. Any candidate found using AI to assist in their answers will be disqualified from consideration

 If you are the selected candidate for this position and hold a current license through the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, you may be required to place your license in an inactive status.
 
NOTE: This position requires a security background check and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and date of birth in order to conduct this background check.
 
Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online.  All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement.  If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

 
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. 
 

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DBPR Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 487-2074. DBPR requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

SPECIAL REMINDERS:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.  For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov .

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation values the sacrifices veterans and their family members have given to our country and support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.
 

A candidate for veterans’ preference who believes he or she was not afforded employment preference may file a complaint in accordance with Rule 55A-7.016, F.A.C., with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Veterans’ Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL, 33778. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs has also established an email where people can electronically file claims or ask questions. The email is veteranspreference@fdva.state.fl.us.

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation will only hire U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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.