GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 37021040 1

Requisition No: 843787 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 37021040 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37021040 

Salary:  $44,060.11 - $46,100.00 

Posting Closing Date: 01/19/2025 

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Government Operations Consultant II - 37021040

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Resilient Florida Program – Budget Section

 OPEN COMPETITIVE

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY  

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem. 

The Work You Will Do:

The Government Operations Consultant position is responsible for coordinating and assisting with the analysis of financial information in disbursement/payment requests for the Resilient Florida

Program.

The Difference You Will Make:

The Resilient Florida Program was established during the 2021 Legislative Session with the passage of SB1954/HB7019 and the creation of section 380.093, Florida Statutes. This legislation will ensure that communities have the resources they need for resilience planning and project implementation as well as creating a framework for a cohesive, coordinated approach to address the impacts of sea level rise, effects of intensified storms and localized flooding.

The program administers the Resilient Florida Grant Program, complete a comprehensive statewide flood vulnerability and sea level rise data set and assessment, develop annual Resilience Plans consisting of prioritized projects for funding consideration, support Regional Resilience Entities and collaborate with the Florida Flood Hub of Applied Research and Innovation.  The program includes sections devoted to planning, grant and budget management, technical support, and data management.

How You Will Grow:

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:

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital 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.  Boasting proximity to the coast and centrally located to popular tourist destinations, Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.  Also, with no state income tax, Florida is a great place to work regardless of where you find yourself on the career ladder. 

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);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

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

Pay:

$44,060.11 – $46,100.00

Your Specific Responsibilities:

In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct, as well as all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. 

This position will conduct organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection (ORCP) Resilient Florida Program to operate more efficiently and effectively.

Assists in the creation or editing of standard operating procedures for the section.

Serve as Contract Manager in accordance with Chapters 287 and 215, F.S. for assigned program contractual agreements. This includes, but is not limited to, contract drafting, financial management, invoice & deliverable review and processing, financial reconciliations, contract performance monitoring, and maintenance of official contract files. Coordinate with project managers regarding disputed items and counseling Contractors and/or their consultants on fiscal issues; advise them on program rules and policies.

Coordinate and assist with the analysis of financial information in payment requests for the Resilient Florida Program, including reviewing requests for mathematical accuracy, proper documentation of costs, compliance with program agreements and regulations.

Prepares, routes, and implements a variety of documents related to the execution of contracts, amendments, renewals, and extensions for the Program’s contracts.

Maintain weekly budget reports for operating and fixed capital outlay funding.

Complete quarterly and annual reconciliation of expenses related to operating expenses and other contract and grant expenditures. Perform data entry into program and department databases.

Assist with the certified forward process during fiscal year end and as directed for fixed capital outlay funding.

Monitor the shared inboxes for the program for items that belong to the Budget & Contract Management section.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of common business software applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of grant and/or contract administration processes and procedures or other financial record keeping practices.
• Ability to review and monitor policies and procedures for compliance with applicable requirements.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze data relating to grant management activities.
• Ability to compile, review, and reconcile financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to grant and contract management activities.
• Ability to develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals, and other written documents.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

• An associate degree from an accredited college or university; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of two years.
• Obtain Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) Certification within one (1) year of hire.
• A valid driver license.

DEP 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 email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_ER@dep.state.fl.us

Contact Information

Richard Sanborn, HR Liaison 

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Richard.Sanborn@FloridaDEP.gov

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.