Operations & Management Consultant- MGR-SES - 37020786

Requisition No: 866356 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: Operations & Management Consultant- MGR-SES - 37020786

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37020786 

Salary:  $6,375 month/$76,500 year 

Posting Closing Date: 02/08/2026 

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OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT MGR. (SES)-37020786

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in OSPREY, FL

PENDING RECLASSIFICATION

INTERNAL OPENING

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is an Assistant Bureau Chief position for the District 4 Administration.

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 departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. As supervisory, the incumbent is also expected to actively support and work toward fulfilling the Agency’s Affirmative Action objectives. Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply.

Spends majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees; and planning and directing employees’ work, and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. Assists the Bureau Chief in the overall management and administration of bureau operations, including the implementation and monitoring of policies, plans and programs related to administration, resource management, visitor services, protection and maintenance.  Provides daily consultation and recommendations to the Bureau Chief and to park managers in the areas of administration, personnel, education, training, interpretation, citizen support organization, volunteer recruitment and utilization, and donation solicitation.  In the absence of the Bureau Chief, handles routine as well as critical matters requiring attention.

Responsible for overall management of the bureau office involving administrative and personnel matters.  Monitors and directs the education and training program(s), citizen support and volunteer coordination.  Assists the Bureau Chief in identifying needs and monitoring progress of grants program, budget tracking and reconciliation to include internal performance compliance review and internal and external audit criticisms and responses.

Plans and directs all aspects of the construction and maintenance program for the bureau through consultations with the construction and maintenance staff together with park managers.  Coordinates planning, reviewing and implementation of such programs with other offices, bureaus, permitting organizations and the public sector as required.

Conduct on-site reviews of district parks to assess efficiency and effectiveness of operations as well as staff morale.  Reports result of reviews to the Bureau Chief, making recommendations for corrective action.

Plans and coordinates the district protection program to include conducting Park Safety Inspections and maintaining all established standards, including written policies and required safety equipment.  Assess general protection needs and coordinates efforts with local, regional and state organizations as needed.

Assists the Bureau Chief in the implementation, coordination and monitoring of all resource management programs relating to parks within the district or on a statewide basis.

Represents the Bureau and the Division at various meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences to obtain and furnish information.

Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic management principles and practices

Methods of data collection and analysis

Prescribed burn and wildfire characteristics

OSHA regulations and operational safety requirements and rules

ADA requirements and reasonable accommodations practices

SKILLS IN:

Utilizing computer equipment and various software

ABILITY TO:

Supervise people

Ability to travel

Manage a consultative program designed to assure the resolution of managerial and operational problems

Determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Assess budgetary needs

Formulate policies and procedures

Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities

Organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials

Collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices

Conduct fact finding research

Work independently

Solve problems and make decisions

Calmly and effectively coordinate emergency/crisis situations

Maintain a valid drivers’ license

Ability to successfully complete background and fingerprint check

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver’s License

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Pay:

$6,375.00 monthly/$76,500.00 annually

Residence available

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s leading 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:

District 4 Administration

Located in Oscar Scherer State Park

1843 N. Tamiami Trail

Osprey, FL 34229

Oscar Scherer State Park is located in mid-Sarasota County, providing natural and cultural experiences to thousands of visitors each year.  The park offers full facility camping, hiking and biking trails and engaging community programs.

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);


• Tuition waivers;


• Total Compensation Estimator Tool


• And more!

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

Special Notes:

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.