OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 77909231

Requisition No: 883696 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 77909231

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77909231 

Salary:  $30 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 09/22/2026 

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OED/General Services Section

OPS Government Operations Consultant I

Salary: $30 per hour

1875 Orange Avenue East

Tallahassee, Fl. 32311

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

OED/General Services Section

OPS Government Operations Consultant I- 77909231

Leon

Our Organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself.  The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

8:00 am and 5:00 pm Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. 

Answers to qualifying questions must be verifiable within the work and/or educational history.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• At least one (1) year of experience in procurement, accounting, finance, or other business-related field.

Overview:

This position has financial disclosure responsibility in accordance with Section 112.3145, F.S.

The commission expects employees to be courteous and respectful, while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensure each encounter is as positive as possible. Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems related to the commission, it’s programs and/or fish and wildlife resources. Employees should seek to gain public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida’s citizens in a positive and proactive manner, and by listening to what the customer wants and striving to meet their needs. When appropriate, employees will explain the reasons for the agency’s actions or decisions while communicating a consistent FWC point-of-view.

Responsible for the following provisions and requirements in section 215.422, Florida Statutes, related to the Department of Financial Services rules and FWC’s invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.

Work at FWC is cross-functional meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The commission expects employees to function across FWC’s organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise, wherever needed through work on teams or as directed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Procurement – Responsible for assisting in the timely and accurate processing and/or approval of purchase requisitions in the State's automated procurement system MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP). Reviews for accuracy and compliance with Laws, Rules, and Commission policy. Complies with Chapter 287, Florida Statutes and 60A, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).
• Solicitation – Responsible for issuing Invitation to Bid, Requests for Proposals, Invitations to Negotiate, and other solicitations, as appropriate.  Provides information and support to agency staff in the solicitation process, including developing the scope of work and other documentation.  Attends pre-bid conferences and evaluates bids/proposals for responsiveness and responsibility of vendors making submissions.  Applies State Laws, Rules, and Commission Policy in the development and management of the solicitation process.  Prepares and maintains required solicitation documentation.
• Attend training and conferences as necessary.
• Performs other duties and special projects as required.
• Assists in developing documentation, manuals, or procedures related to the Commission's procurement practices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of State of Florida purchasing rules and regulations, procedures, techniques, and practices
• Knowledge and use of information gathering
• Skills and ability to operate a personal computer using Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to interpret and implement rules, policies, procedures, and directives
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to identify and define user tasks and/or conduct short/long term project planning
• Ability to compile and analyze data for administrative decisions
• Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, document and other written materials
• Ability to conduct fact-finding research
• Ability to use problem solving techniques
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operation and management analysis activities.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to organize and maintain records management systems
• Ability to perform basic math
• Ability to use correct spelling, punctuation and grammar
• Ability to operate general office equipment
• Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous and effective manner
• Ability to be a self-starter
• Utilization of equipment

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.