OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 37979003

Requisition No: 864373 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 37979003

 Pay Plan: Seasonal

Position Number: 37979003 

Salary:  $22.00 / hour 

Posting Closing Date: 11/21/2025 

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OPS Government Operations Consultant II – 37979003

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Coastal Zone Management Program

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and 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 any and all department and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position.

This position is responsible for implementing grant agreements and assisting the Clean Boating Program in the management of pumpout projects and pumpout reporting compliance for the Clean Vessel Act Program within the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection.  Incumbents will implement approved program strategies to achieve federal and state goals and objectives under the Clean Vessel Act Grant Program and will follow procedures in compliance with state and/or federal regulations. 

The incumbent will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Developing, reviewing, and managing contracts, agreements, and amendments for services, commodities, and grants. This includes any amendments or change orders, processing payments and reviewing reports and deliverables.
• Follow procedures in compliance with state and/or federal regulations, monitoring the status of assigned projects and expenditures.
• Prepare technical review of grant applications and agreements to ensure compliance with the program.
• Conduct desk audits and reviews for program compliance and prepare reports of findings and corrective actions needed.
• Maintains grant files and documentation in accordance with state record retention requirements; Monitor budget, expenditure and reporting requirements of subgrantees and process payment request.
• Provide technical assistance to applicants and/or grantees.
• Participate in conference calls and meetings.
• Other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic management principles and practices, techniques of effective written and verbal communication. 
• Skill in the use of personal computers. 
• Skill and ability to organize data and information into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials. 
• Ability to use problem-solving techniques. 
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others. 
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations to agency personnel and the general public. 
• Ability to travel. 
• Ability to maintain a valid driver's license

Minimum Qualifications:

• Florida Certified Contract Manager certificate or the ability to obtain within one year.
• A valid driver’s license.

Pay:

$22.00 / hour

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, 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.