GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONS. I - 37001073

Requisition No: 877037 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONS. I - 37001073

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37001073 

Salary:  $40,320.81 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 06/15/2026 

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Government Operations Consultant I

Position #37001073

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Division of State Lands

Bureau of Public Land Administration

This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of State Lands serves as Florida’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship and acts as staff to the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Fund of the State of Florida (Board of Trustees) (BOT).  DSL’s  work goes far beyond land acquisition. DSL oversees more than 12 million acres of public lands across Florida, including lakes, rivers, and islands. These lands provide opportunities for residents and visitors to explore, connect with, and appreciate Florida’s one-of-a-kind natural landscapes. 

The Bureau of Public Land Administration is the Board of Trustees’ real estate administration program within the Division of State Lands. The Bureau of Public Land Administration is responsible for the management, administration, protection, and conservation of state-owned lands, as well as generating revenue on state land through a variety of instruments benefiting the Board of Trustees.  Bureau of Public Land Administration staff perform its duties on behalf of the Board of Trustees and works with state agencies, state universities, local governments, and the public to meet the state’s real estate needs through the administration of state land inventories. These activities involve over 3 million acres of upland property, as well as the 9 million acres of sovereignty submerged land held in trust by the Board of Trustees.

This position conducts organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the Bureau of Public Land Administration to operate more efficiently and effectively.

• Consults, analyzes, and exercises project management of work related to the issuance, modification, cancellation and/or renewal of revenue generating leases, easements, conservation easements, use agreements, management agreements, as well as deeds and consent of use that require authorization from the Board of Trustees and/or through delegation of authority.
• Collects, organizes, evaluates, researches, modifies and analyzes problems, and requests that require authorization from the Board of Trustees and/or through delegation of authority for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with statutes, rules, bureau, and departmental procedures, and policies. Coordinates and communicates with applicants/agents, departmental staff, and governmental and private entities, as required to identify and resolve problems.
• Administers and develops legal contracts/documents and related backup materials consistent with statutes, rules, bureau, and departmental procedures and policies, prior to submittal to the supervisor.
• Administers and prepares, organizes, and maintains accurate computerized records/project files and develops reports to assure an efficient/accurate operation.
• Analyzes reports and makes recommendations to the supervisor to solve problems associated with the respective project management area assigned.
• Manages and conducts collections of revenue and data associated with project files assigned.
• Assists supervisor in evaluating contract procedures and recommending changes as applicable.
• Assists supervisor in contacting new property ownership entities for lease/easement assignment/transfers.
• Performs document closing process.
• Performs related work as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of: The methods of data collection and analysis; and basic project management principles and practices.

Skilled in: Microsoft Office Suite software; preparation and review of real estate contracts; organizing and prioritizing workloads; effective communication; conducting data analysis and fact-finding research; utilizing problem solving techniques; applying applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to real estate management; and timebound project management.

Ability to: Collect, evaluate, and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work flow, and other activities relating to improvement of operational and management practices; organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials; independently conduct fact-finding research; utilize problem solving techniques; plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities; communicate effectively; and demonstrate teamwork.

Other Requirement:

• Possess a valid driver’s license

Pay:

$40,320.81 annually

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:

Tallahassee - 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. 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.

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;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• 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.