Requisition No: 880327 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 48002538

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48002538 

Salary:  $50,584.67 - $60,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 08/10/2026 

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Florida Department of Education

Division of Early Learning

Financial Administration and Budget

Location: Tallahassee, Florida - Turlington Building

Position Title: Government Operations Consultant III (CS)

Salary Range: $50,584.67 - $60,000.00 Annually

CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY

This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies up to six months.

THIS IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR TELEWORK

APPLICATION INFORMATION & HIRING REQUIREMENTS

Application Information:

• Your Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety.
• Work History (in easy to review chronological order) Consists of:

• • Any position held by a State of Florida Agency
  • Any position held by a Florida University
  • All periods of employment from high school graduation
  • All periods of current or prior unemployment
  • Gaps 3 months or more must be accounted for*
  • Any Education
  • Any Volunteer Experience
  • Your resume and application must match
• *Gaps 3 months or more must be addressed – you will need to account for and explain any gaps in employment including unemployment. You can either list these in your application under Period of Employment or attach a word document listing your gaps.
• It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will be converted to your official application.
• Include supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact information for your Human Resources office to verify current or former employment.
• Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.  

Hiring Information and Requirements:

• The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews every application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history in the People First system.

• If claiming Veteran’s Preference, the candidate MUST attach supporting documentation such as the DD214 and your VA Letter that reflects level of disability if applicable. Applicable to career service positions only.
• If claiming Right to First Interview, the candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. Applicable to career service positions only.

If you are missing any of the items above, your packet may be held up at the final review step.

NOTE: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

OFFICE CONTACT:

Lylith Carraway, HR Liaison: 850-717-8553

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position performs advanced level work under the limited supervision of the Operations & Management Consultant Manager-SES, Financial Administration & Budget, Division of Early Learning (DEL).  This position serves as a contract manager responsible for overseeing procurement activities that support the statewide delivery of early learning programs. Responsibilities include managing the development, execution, and administration of contracts and purchase orders to ensure the effective implementation and operation of early learning initiatives. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procurement requirements while supporting program objectives through sound contract management and fiscal oversight.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Note: The omission of specific job duties does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has an open position that is responsible for executing the following functions:

• Create and manage purchase orders (POs), Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), Interagency Agreements, Agreements, State Term Contracts, Non-State Term Contracts, and Request for Application (RFA) grant procurements for assigned contracts. Coordinate with the Department's Contracts, Grants, and Procurement Office throughout the procurement and implementation process.
• Coordinate and develop competitive procurements; participate in the evaluation and review of contract proposals with leadership and other stakeholders; and negotiate, monitor, and evaluate the implementation of assigned statewide contracts and associated budgets in collaboration with the DEL Project Manager.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to internal staff and contractors throughout the procurement, contract administration, and implementation processes.
• Prepare and manage contract documents, including scopes of work, minimum performance standards, deliverables, amendments, renewals, and extensions for assigned contracts.

• Monitor application and implementation of appropriate rules, Florida Statutes, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with financial, and administrative requirements.
• Provide information and technical assistance to contractors to support the timely implementation of contracts and the successful completion of contract deliverables, reports, and performance requirements.
• Audit and process requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices through AOD and the Division of Early Learning Budget Office while ensuring accuracy and compliance with fiscal requirements.
• Collaborates with contractors, as needed, to collect and analyze expenditure data, evaluate spending trends, and assess surplus or deficit expenditure reports to support effective contract and budget management.
• Conduct quality assurance activities, including programmatic, fiscal, and administrative monitoring, and develop monitoring strategies in coordination with the DEL Project Manager.
• Monitor assigned contracts to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions, performance standards, deliverable schedules, and applicable state and departmental requirements.
• Review and evaluate contract documentation and performance data, including monthly and quarterly reports, reimbursement invoices, financial documentation, and key program performance indicators to ensure contract compliance and accountability.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

The ideal incumbent must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The incumbent must interact courteously with others. The performance and behavior of all employees must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Attendance is an essential function.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Federal and Florida laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing procurement, contracts, grants, and financial administration.
• Knowledge of State purchasing methods, competitive procurement processes, and contract administration principles.
• Skilled in contract development, negotiation, implementation, monitoring, amendments, renewals, and closeout procedures.
• Knowledge of the methods of reporting and data collection.
• Ability to negotiate contracts.
• Ability to review requests for payment for compliance with contract fiscal and administrative requirements.
• Ability to develop and organize data into a logical format for presentation in reports, proposals and other written documents.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze data to assess compliance with contract requirements.
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and contractual information.
• Work independently with limited supervision while managing competing priorities.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to contractors and program staff regarding procurement and contract administration.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Plan, organize, and complete assignments accurately and within established timeframes.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Skilled in the use of computer applications and financial management systems to process procurements, purchase orders, invoices, and contract documentation. (My Florida Market Place (MFMP) and Ariba On Demand (AOD), Florida Accountability Contract Tracking System (FACTS).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Professional contract or grant management experience
• Possession of the Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification or must obtain the certification within 6 months of appointment

Educational Substitutions:

SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in business administration, economics, finance, management, accounting, public administration, social science, or other qualitative or quantitative analysis and research fields can substitute for 4 years of direct experience.

Florida Division of Early Learning Mission Statement 

The Division of Early Learning will provide access to high-quality programs and services that build a solid foundation for Florida’s youngest learners to reach their highest potential. The division empowers early childhood educators and families by providing choice in education options and supports and resources to ensure Florida’s future leaders are ready to learn, graduate and succeed.

The Division of Early Learning (DEL) provides accessible, affordable, and quality early learning services for the state’s children and families. In partnership with 30 early learning coalitions and Redlands Christian Migrant Association, DEL delivers three programs:

• The School Readiness Program (SR) offers financial assistance to low-income families for early education and care so they can become financially self-sufficient, and their young children can be successful in school in the future.
• Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is a free educational program that prepares 4-year-olds for success in kindergarten and beyond.
• Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) is a network that helps families identify and select quality child care options that best meet their needs.

FDOE: Division of Early Learning Website: https://www.fldoe.org/schools/early-learning/

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

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

LEAVE INFORMATION:

• Annual Leave - All full-time Career Service employees filling established positions earn annual leave in varying increments dependent upon years of creditable service. Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month. Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions are credited with 176 hours of annual leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of the initial appointment.
• Sick Leave -. Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT

It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. No applicant for a designated position will be employed, contracted or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, finger printing for all purposes and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records check through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and local criminal records checks through local law enforcement.

SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM (SSS) AND REQUIREMENT

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. 

For more information, please visit the Selective Service website.

If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.

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.