OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I (GRAPHIC DESIGNER)- 37970367

Requisition No: 867042 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I (GRAPHIC DESIGNER)- 37970367

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37970367 

Salary:  $22.00 - $24.00 per hour (commensurate with experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 01/02/2026 

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OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I (Graphic Designer)

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

OPEN COMPETITIVE

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

OPS Government Operations Consultant I (Graphic Designer) (37970367)

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a creative, well-organized, self-motivated individual to provide design services for interpretive projects serving the needs of the Division of Recreation and Parks (DRP) which includes Florida State Parks and provides leadership for outdoor recreation in Florida. Florida State Parks span the entire state with 175 state parks and trails managing over 800,000 acres.

The team this individual would join is charged with visual storytelling to support the Florida State Park’s Mission. “To provide resource-based recreation, while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources.”

The Graphic Designer is responsible for the following:

• Applying professional experience to theme-driven design projects aimed to enhance and inspire the visitor’s understanding, appreciation and support for Florida’s resources.
• Developing graphic layouts for nonpersonal interpretive content including museum exhibits, interpretive signs, print material, infographics, reports, presentations and digital media for internal and external audiences.
• Successfully collaborating with team members representing a variety of disciplines, while maintaining the integrity of quality design.
• Leading multiple projects through successful workflow during the research, content development, design, production, distribution and evaluation stages.
• Working independently with little supervision.
• Preparing procurement and production files for assigned interpretive projects.
• Developing and maintaining an inventory of successful nonpersonal interpretive products and resources.
• Designing graphic design training materials and presentations for staff to guide successful interpretive projects.
• Providing graphic design and interpretive product expertise when reviewing planning, design and fabrication work done by staff, vendors or partners.
• Traveling when required for statewide meetings, trainings, site visits and project coordination.
• Assisting with program operations and supporting other bureau functions as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Effective theme-driven interpretive design
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Successful graphic design principles
• Successful interpretive writing and media processes
• Appropriate media and technology in interpretation
• Applicable accessibility and inclusion laws, regulations, standards and guidelines
• Current fiscal procedures

Skilled in:

• Effective project management
• Applicable multi-tasking
• Successful organization practices
• Appropriate data analysis
• Successful interpretive media development (publications, exhibits, signs, waysides, digital media)
• Current software use including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign etc.) and  Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Ability to:

• Utilize problem solving techniques and apply critical thinking skills
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments including anticipating and adjusting to maintain timelines
• Delegate across chains of command
• Apply creativity to the development and management of new projects
• Collect, organize, evaluate and analyze data
• Manage programs and deliver results based on projects goals
• Apply time management best practices
• Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Maintain a valid driver’s license

• Travel when required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Maintain a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Provide proof of formal interpretive training from the National Association for Interpretation
• Provide proof of formal graphic design training
• Demonstrate personal experience with developing themed interpretive materials for target audiences
• Demonstrate personal experience with successfully interpreting Florida’s natural and cultural resources
• Verify the ability to manage state procurement contracts 

Pay:

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour (commensurate with 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:

This job will be located in Tallahassee, Florida. The Bureau of Operational Services – Interpretive Services office is located in the division headquarters at Marjorie and Archie Carr Building at 3800 Commonwealth Blvd.

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine 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 benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).  
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• And more!

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

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

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.

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.