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Requisition No: 739102

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 37979094

Position Number: 37979094

Salary: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)

Posting Closing Date: 09/29/2022

OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

OPEN COMPETITIVE

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:

OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I

(PROGRAM ASSISTANT) 37979094

This is an exciting entry level position with room for growth for a business-minded administrative professional. The Bureau of Operational Services seeks a high energy, self-motivated individual who can work and think independently with little supervision.

Contact Person: Jake Hines

View email address on jobs.institutedata.com

The Difference You Will Make:

The Division of Recreation and Parks provides resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources. Florida state parks are managed and preserved for enjoyment by all through providing appropriate resource-based recreational opportunities, interpretation and education that help visitors connect to the Real Florida. SM

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:

Bureau of Operational Services

3800 Commonwealth Blvd., MS 535

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol 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. 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*). For more details consult with People First at View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com or go to:
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;

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• Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

Pay:

$15.00 - $22.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The primary focus of this position is providing administrative support to the Park Business Development Section. The Park Business Development Section manages or assists in the management of contracts between the Department and vendors, develops outside business agreements to provide visitor services in state parks through concession operations, supports park staff in administrative and business operations related to overnight accommodations and revenue collection and provides technical assistance to users of the park business system (point of sale).

Duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Review financial reports for accuracy and completion.
• Review, properly route and respond to support requests from internal and external service recipients.
• Maintain the Division’s SharePoint site library as requested by the various program areas.
• Compile, maintain and report data using Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Excel.
• Receive, review and draft professional documents and correspondence.
• Proofread legal documents.
• Make and receive phone calls.
• Support Section staff by maintaining contract files in Microsoft SharePoint.
• Support section staff by completing travel authorization and reimbursement requests in the State-Wide Travel Management System (STMS).
• Schedule and attend meetings, take minutes and distribute to participants.
• Make purchases within State of Florida guidelines.
• Fulfill online orders of Annual Entrance Passes made through the park business system.
• Perform administrative functions in the Park Business System.
• Complete and participate in special projects as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Office principles and procedures.
• Principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication.
• Computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and SharePoint.

Skill in:

• Strong proof reading and organizational skills.

Ability to:

• Compile, organize and analyze data.
• Utilize problem solving techniques.
• Prepare reports and records.
• Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Work independently.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Conduct fact finding research.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Organize and maintain records and files.
• Learn to work in the Park Business System.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Florida State Parks mission and operations.

Skill in:

• People First.
• P-Card Works.
• State-Wide Travel Management System (STMS).

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:

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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 View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com). 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.

Company Benefits:
● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Competitive salary