OPERATIONS & MANAGEMEN CONSULTANT II-SES - 77073184 Date: Jun 7, 2024 Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 830835 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: OPERATIONS & MANAGEMEN CONSULTANT II-SES - 77073184 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 77073184 Salary: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience Posting Closing Date: 06/23/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) FWC Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network Operations and Management Consultant II - SES 40 hours per week, M-F 620 S. Meridian St. Tallahassee, FL FYCCN/OED Operations and Management Consultant II SES – 77073184 Tallahassee, Florida 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, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com Requirements: Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment. Work at the FWC is cross-functional, meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The Commission expects employees to function across FWC's organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed through work on teams or as directed. Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site (https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/) and must include a resume and cover letter describing the applicant’s experience.Application packets without a cover letter, resume, and state application will not be considered for the position. Overview: This full-time Select Exempt Service position is based in the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN), serving as the Lead Partner Coordinator and Office Director delegate as needed. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team that works to create the next generation that cares about conservation. FYCCN has numerous conservation centers, a team of regional coordinators, the Project WILD program, and hundreds of partners who work together to support youth in conserving Florida’s fish and wildlife. We support the delivery of summer camp programming and year-round school field trips which embody the four pillars of the FYCCN: Shooting Sports, Ethical Angling, Boating, and Wildlife Discovery. Experience: + 7 years of professional experience in natural science or education, 3 of which must have been in fish and wildlife conservation field work or conservation program implementation. + Substitution of a bachelor’s degree from and accredited college or university and three years of experience of fish and wildlife conservation field work or conservation education program implementation,OR + Substitution of a masters degree from and accredited college or university and two years of experience of fish and wildlife conservation field work or conservation education program implementation,OR + A doctorate from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience. The ideal candidate must be passionate about getting youth outside to create the next generation that cares about fish and wildlife resources. The incumbent will communicate with stakeholders, constituents, and partners, and perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the FYCCN’s mission, future goals, and thorough knowledge and application of FYCCN practices. Persons with good listening and writing skills and the ability to multitask at a high level to convey FYCCN’s vision are encouraged to apply. Description of Duties: + Serves in a critical leadership position in the FYCCN Director's office; + Works with the FYCCN Director to independently identify and resolve operational and management matters; + Supervises up to 9 statewide staff and serves as statewide project lead over Regional Partnership Coordinators; + Conducts organizational studies and evaluates work plans to ensure workplace efficiency and effectiveness; + Examines, organizes, and plans the most effective programmatic linkages for a varied group of stakeholders, constituents and partners; + Assists staff with identifying their training needs, knowledge, and abilities; + Identifies and prioritizes workloads and conducts on-site observations to ascertain project functions, work performed, methods, and equipment used; + Conducts routine meetings to keep FYCCN staff informed about important topics and stay connected; + Serves as a FYCCN liaison on various conservation education and strategic planning teams; + Assists with outreach and recruitment strategies; + Provides technical assistance, consultative services and direction for development, implementation and expansion of youth conservation initiatives in state agencies and local governments; + Provides input on conservation education curriculum for FYCCN centers and school programs. + Administrative Duties: Attend staff meetings, complete and submit required reports, participate in professional development courses, and complete timesheets in a timely and thorough manner. Ensure files and documentation are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained. Assist with large event planning if needed. Perform other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Understands customer service and public administration principles; + Ability to motivate, develop, and supervise people as they work; + Knowledge of policies and practices involved in personnel/human resource functions; + Ability to determine work priorities, assign tasks, and evaluate performance; + Extensive knowledge of fishing, fishing equipment, and boating; + Experience with firearms, archery equipment, hunting, and shooting sports and in volunteer management; + Skilled in operational planning, delegation and collaborative team building, and public speaking; + Ability to communicate clearly, verbally, and in writing; + Skilled in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint; + Ability to be a team player and work integrally with stakeholders, partners, and government agencies; + Ability to deal professionally and sensitively with different audiences; + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, both internally and externally; + Ability to work independently, take initiative, and work creatively; + Ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance of duties; + Compile, collect, and organize data; + Analyze and solve problems; + Understand and apply applicable rules, policies, and procedures; + Ability to travel, including overnight; + Ability to enter and exit a vehicle or/and vessel without assistance; + Ability to lift 55 pounds; + Ability to withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions. Position Requirements: + Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License. + Statewide travel is required to perform the duties of this position (1-25%). + May require work time outside of regularly scheduled hours over 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. + Within six months of employment, successful completion and certification in First Aid/CPR/AED, FWC Trailer Training, Boater Safety Certification, Hunter Safety Certification, ACA Kayak Level 1, and USA Archery Level I. Residency Requirement: Tallahassee is preferred but other Florida locations will be considered 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. Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee