GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 37021038 1 - STATE OF FLORIDA : Job Details

Requisition No: 839573 Agency: Environmental ProtectionWorking Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 37021038 1 Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 37021038 Salary: $49,584.67 - $55,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 10/20/2024 TotalCompensation Estimator ToolGovernment Operations Consultant III - 37021038State of FloridaDepartment of Environmental ProtectionOffice of Resilience and Coastal ProtectionResilient Florida Program 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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida's natural resources and enhance its ecosystem. The Work You Will Do:The Government Operations Consultant III position is responsible for performing communication duties for the Resilient Florida Program. The Difference You Will Make:The Resilient Florida Program was established during the 2021 Legislative Session with the passage of SB1954/HB7019 and the creation of section 380.093, Florida Statutes. This legislation will ensure that communities have the resources they need for resilience planning and project implementation as well as creating a framework for a cohesive, coordinated approach to address the impacts of sea level rise, effects of intensified storms and localized flooding. The program administers the Resilient Florida Grant Program, complete a comprehensive statewide flood vulnerability and sea level rise data set and assessment, develop annual Resilience Plans consisting of prioritized projects for funding consideration, support Regional Resilience Entities and collaborate with the Florida Flood Hub of Applied Research and Innovation. The program includes sections devoted to planning, grant and budget management, technical support, and data management.How You Will Grow: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 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. Boasting proximity to the coast and centrally located to popular tourist destinations, 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. Also, with no state income tax, Florida is a great place to work regardless of where you find yourself on the career ladder. 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);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.Pay:$49,584.67 - $55,000.00Your Specific Responsibilities:This is an advanced level government operations consultant position. 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 all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. Utilizing knowledge of the Statutes and Regulations this position will conduct organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the Resilient Florida Program to operate more efficiently and effectively. This position will:

• Coordinate and assist in the review and preparation of planning and environmental documents and activities, which involve the collection, analysis, and development of data focusing on the effects of climate change, flooding, and sea level rise as it affects critical assets in statewide communities. Activities also include the observation of current conditions and identification of actions that can be taken to adapt to future sea levels, increased storminess, flooding, and climate changes.
• Coordinate with intergovernmental agencies and partner agencies as well as other sections and program areas of the Department in pursuit of the overall mission to preserve, restore and protect the environment and natural resources of Florida.
• Assist managing projects, preparing status reports, scheduling project meetings, review of deliverables, serve as a liaison for the department, and track contractor progress. Responsibilities also include QA of RF documents and reports, coordinate with project technical teams, and keep the Program Director updated on all project events. Coordinate and assist the Program Director and Administrators in responding to general public questions and requests, manage the program website, prepare communication materials, and work with Department leadership in preparing press releases for the RF program.
• Coordinate with the Business Planning Administrator and oversee the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection final review and approval of all ORCP speaking/presentation requests, media, publication, and graphic development requests.
• Meet regularly with the Business Planning Administrator, conduct regular statewide office communications teleconferences, and participate in DEP Press Office meetings.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing program status reports, talking points, presentations, and reports. Submit documents and presentations for review and approval through the Department Communications Office and coordinate with the Communications Office in addressing comments and obtaining approvals. Be responsible for the section marketing materials
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of grant and contract best management practices.
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related policies, procedures, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of terminology, techniques, and principles of environmental resource management.
• Skilled in methods of collecting, compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Skilled in the use of computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to review and monitor policies and procedures for compliance with applicable requirements.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze data relating to project management activities.
• Ability to compile and review financial data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to grants management activities.
• Ability to develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals, and other written documents.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

• An associate's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of verifiable related experience; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of five years.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully complete a background and fingerprint check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or Graduate level coursework in any of the following study areas: Environmental Science, any of the Natural Sciences, Public Administration, Management, Political Science and Government, Communications
• Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP), or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)
• Contract or Grant Management Experience
• Lean Management, or other levels of Lean Six Sigma certification
• Experience with data analytics platforms such as Microsoft Power BI, QLIK, or similar software
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud suite of products such as Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator
• Experience with programs developed on the Salesforce platform

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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:[email protected][email protected]Contact InformationRichard Sanborn, HR Liaison Office of Resilience and Coastal ProtectionFlorida Department of Environmental [email protected] 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-###-####). 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. Location: