OPS -Government Operations Consultant II - 77900634

Requisition No: 854337 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS -Government Operations Consultant II - 77900634

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 77900634 

Salary:  $25.00 an hour 

Posting Closing Date: 06/19/2025 

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

Position Number:  77900634

Location:   1875 Orange Ave. E., Tallahassee, FL 32311

Salary: $25.00 per hour, 1920 hours per year

Supervisor:  Destinee Armstrong

Broadband Code:  13-1111-04

Region:  Headquarters

Class Title:   OPS Government Operations Consultant II

County:  Leon

Working Hours:  8:00am – 5:00pm

List of Subordinates Supervised: none

Residency Requirement:  Tallahassee or surrounding area

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history record check.

Agency information

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,

The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. This position works within the Wildlife Diversity Conservation Section (WDC) of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Habitat and Species Conservation.

Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma and eight years of professional experience in administrative work.  A bachelor’s degree can substitute for four of the eight years’ experience. 

Description of Duties: 

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Wildlife Diversity Conservation Section (WDC) is seeking an organized, motivated individual to serve as the State Wildlife Grants (SWG) Administrator. Florida’s State Wildlife Grants Program is a federally funded matching grants program. The incumbent of this position will be responsible for coordinating with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) on new and existing awards. They will also serve as the point person for project personnel.

This position requires grant/contract writing, project management, invoice processing, report creation and submission, budget tracking and strong interpersonal skills. The incumbent will perform various administrative tasks associated with agency and grant operations and administration. Duties include reviewing contracts/agreements, data management, hosting remote meetings and other routine administrative reports. The incumbent will perform similar or other tasks as assigned, as well as complete recommended training to enhance and maintain professional development and skills.

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and self-motivated to complete quality work on time and will demonstrate strong leadership and communication abilities together with strong abilities to develop and carry out projects with minimal supervision and to also work as an effective team member when assisting on other projects.

Duties:

• Assist with applying  for federal funds and manage grant from inception through closeout, including any amendments that may be required
• Entering grant and project information into the Tracking and Reporting Actions for the Conservation of Species (TRACS) system
• Writing and submitting Federal Annual Performance Reports
• Monitors and tracks federal project spending to ensure projects are in compliance with USFWS guidelines.
• Review and approve expenditure grant cost sheets on a monthly basis for reimbursement.
• Provide technical assistance to operations and program staff related to grants and budget management.
• Keep informed of current USFWS fiscal policies and compliance guidelines.
• Conduct activities for implementation and evaluation of the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of grants management.
• Familiar with State of Florida budget tracking systems.
• Knowledge of Excel, formulas, and pivot chart functionality to use in data analysis.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency with Excel
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to organize data into logical formats for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

In addition to submitting an electronic State of Florida employment application and completing the qualifying questions, please attach a cover letter.  This letter should at minimum explain your interest in the specific organization and position and identify your most relevant skills or experiences.

• OPS Employment – This is a full-time OPS (Other Personnel Services) position. OPS employees are paid for the number of hours they work. OPS employees do not receive paid leave, or paid holidays. OPS staff have the potential for health insurance benefits and participation in the Deferred Compensation investment retirement program.

• WHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?

•    State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan - mandatory

•    Workers’ Compensation - mandatory

•    Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) - mandatory

•    Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements. Consult with People First or the servicing Human Resource Office for details.)

•    Deferred Compensation - voluntary

•    Employee Assistance Program – voluntary  

•    Learn more at https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees

• WHAT BENEFITS ARE NOT APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?

•    Any form of paid leave

•    Paid holidays

•    Participation in the Florida Retirement System

•    Reinstatement rights or retention rights

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.