GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 37021022

Requisition No: 871917 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 37021022

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37021022 

Salary:  $3,360.07 - $3,500 monthly (commensurate based on experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 03/26/2026 

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GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I (37021022)

Water Supply Restoration Funding Program

Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program 

Division of Water Restoration Assistance

This position assists staff with the funds and program, the position will assist individuals with contaminated water gain access to safe drinking water for themselves and their families. The Water Supply Restoration Funding Program provides access to safe drinking water to well owners with contaminated wells in Florida. The incumbent will be required to work 40-hour work weeks, Monday through Friday, and be present for work between the core hours of 9AM – 3PM on site at your workstation.

Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply.

Establishes timetables for completion of contract tasks and maintains the records for Water Supply Restoration. Provide directions to program contractors for the organization and handling of program related records. Provides fiscal tracking for program activities. Updates program’s project database and online document repository(ies) and internal tracking controls with fiscal, property location, and participant(s) information. Prepares and maintains accurate reports and records describing activities in the assigned area of responsibility including documentation for program files. Consults with program supervisors and staff to develop recommended solutions for programmatic operational issues or problems that are noted.

Analyzes financial disbursement/payment requests. This includes reviewing requests for mathematical accuracy, proper documentation of costs, compliance with state and federal regulations and agreements, preparing disbursement/payment authorization forms, and maintaining disbursement spreadsheets for individual projects. Uses spreadsheet software and database to complete disbursements. Maintains knowledge of current administrative policies, procedures, guidelines, and directives related to programmatic work activities, contracts, and disbursements/payments.

Prepares and coordinates contract amendments. These agreements shall be drafted in accordance with the DEP approved template, as revised annually. Responsible for managing contracts and grant projects by reviewing and approving disbursement requests and tracking progress reports as applicable.

Provides technical assistance for projects requiring section expertise, as assigned by supervisor.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• the principles and techniques of records management
• administrative principles and practices
• standard business formats and styles for letters and business forms
• problem-solving techniques
• the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communications
• the methods of data collection
• basic database analysis
• finance and accounting principles and software applications

Skill in:

• typing
• professional use of Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Outlook, Word, and Excel

Ability to:

• plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• type letters, memoranda, and other standard business forms in correct format
• use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar
• operate general office equipment and word processor
• organize and maintain records management systems
• organize files and other records
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• handle telephone calls in a courteous and effective manner
• understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• make decisions in a timely manner

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of verifiable related experience. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the preferred years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience in managing state agreements and contracts and the state procurement process.
• Valid and active Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) status.
• Knowledge of environmental issues and laws, especially as they relate to water and ecosystem issues in Florida.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills. 

Pay:

$3,360.07 - $3,500 monthly (commiserate based on experience)

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:

Division of Water Restoration Assistance

Douglas Building

3900 Commonwealth Boulevard

Tallahassee, FL 32399

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. It is located less than an hour from Gulf of Mexico beaches, the Apalachicola National Forest, the St. Marks Wildlife Refuge, and waterbodies like bays, creeks, rivers, and springs to explore. No state income tax for residents of Florida.

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 click www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;
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• And more!

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

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.

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.