Planning & Budgeting Manager -Ses - 37001589

Requisition No: 868757 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PLANNING & BUDGETING MANAGER -SES - 37001589

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37001589 

Salary:  $80,000 to $90,000 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 02/06/2026 

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PLANNING & BUDGETING MANAGER – SES 37001589

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

• Supervises the Division of Recreation and Parks’ financial management needs and budget staff. 


• Assists the Directors in the formulation, implementation and administration of division policy.  Identifies and resolves problems, and acts as a liaison with internal management.  Consults with the Budget Manager, Director, Assistant Directors, Bureau Chiefs and unit supervisors regarding planning, budgeting, policy, and grant development activities undertaken to improve management capabilities and operational efficiency. 


• Through consultation with the Budget Manager, administers the preparation, submission and tracking of the Division’s Legislative Budget Requests.  Assists with the development of legislative initiatives and rule promulgation.  Reviews and evaluates proposed legislation and develops pertinent analyses.


• Provides consultation on matters pertaining to program planning and evaluation, budgeting, personnel data, analysis and data development.


• Participates in conferences, workshops and similar activities relevant to the assigned functional areas of responsibility.


• Directs and administers the Division’s budget in compliance with the General Appropriations Act and related Bills, including monitoring of trust funds and spending patterns.  Prepares required Budget Amendments, Releases, and serves as the Division’s liaison with the Budget Manager and the Department’s Budget Office.


• Prepares or coordinates the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual budget reports.


• Administers and oversees required reviews of the Division’s, Bureaus, Offices, District Offices, and Parks’ fiscal matters.


• Serves on the Division Management Team.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Methods of data collection and analysis.


• Basic management principles and practices. 

Skill In:

• Microsoft products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Ability to:

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


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


• Conduct fact-finding research.


• Utilize problem-solving techniques.


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


• Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.


• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.


• Exercise sound independent judgment.


• Supervise.


• Prepare detailed written work and accurate reports.


• Maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees, the general public, and management.


• Operate a personal computer utilizing software programs provided by the agency.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver License.


• Travel.


• Comply with Regulatory Responsibilities as outlined in 60L-36 F.A.C. and with Vendor/Invoice Warrant Processing responsibility, Section 215.422 FS.

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:

$80,000 to $90,000 Annually

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:

Division of Recreation and Parks

3800 Commonwealth Boulevard

Tallahassee – 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 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: 

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:

[email protected]

[email protected]

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.