OPS PROGRAM CONSULTANT - 37940300 Date: Feb 12, 2025 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: 846621 Agency: Environmental Protection Working Title: OPS PROGRAM CONSULTANT - 37940300 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 37940300 Salary: $31.33/hr - $40.87/hr Posting Closing Date: 02/25/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) OPS Program Consultant State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection 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. The Work You Will Do: The OPS Program Consultant position (37940300) is an advanced technical support position in the Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration’s Division Office in Tallahassee. This position will serve as a project/contract manager for technical contracts and grants that support activities associated with water quality, including implementing the total maximum daily loads, basin management action plans, and other restoration programs. The position may also support the tracking of various business functions within the division. The position has the responsibility of handling various assignments and dealing with a variety of tasks and must use independent judgement and problem-solving skills to successfully accomplish the job. The Difference You Will Make: Water and natural resources are the foundation of Florida's communities, economy, and way of life. The Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration (DEAR) is charged with protecting, maintaining, and improving the quality of Florida’s springs, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and coastal waters. DEAR team members provide DEP and other resource agencies with the highest quality laboratory services available; provide technical support to the department and the public regarding water quality analysis and data quality assurance (QA); manage water quality data repositories for data storage and use by the department, other agencies and the public; work together to monitor and assess Florida’s surface water and groundwater quality, develop strategies to reduce pollution; and work closely with local stakeholders to implement comprehensive restoration strategies that improve the lives of all Floridians and preserve aquatic resources for generations to come. 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: The work location of this position is in Tallahassee (Leon County), Florida. The city hosts the Capital of Florida and seat of state government. The city is home to numerous parks offering outdoor activities, league sports and natural trails for running, hiking and biking. Tallahassee is located just 22 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, which is home to some of the world's top beaches. Florida State University, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee State College and several smaller colleges in the region offer a hub for academic research, athletics, art, music and other student activities. 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 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility\_and\_enrollment/ops\_employees + Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com (https://www.myfloridacfo.com/DeferredComp/) + State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Corebridge Financial (https://www.corebridgefinancial.com/rs/opsfl/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan#accordion-e1292cd3b8-item-0be1bc4b3d) ; + Flexible Spending Accounts; For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com . *Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements. Pay: $31.33/hr - $40.87/hr Your Specific Responsibilities: This position is to support activities associated with implementing the state’s Total Maximum Daily Load/Watershed Management Program by serving as the project/contract manager for technical contracts and grants. This position relies on partnerships and close coordination with managers and technical staff of the Division; Department; water management districts; and local, state, regional and federal agencies. Strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of the principles of project and contract management are used to perform the following duties: Provides technical assistance in the development of the contracts, grants, and scopes of work and as needed throughout the contract or grant period. Maintains, manages, processes and reports on the status of assigned projects from start to completion. Compiles, facilitates and completes the internal/external evaluation, review, approvals, and processing of technical, scientific, financial and administrative projects, as assigned. Drafts grant agreements, grant amendments, grant change orders, and other pertinent documents during the grant period. Ensuring that the documents are accurate, inclusive of all agreement stipulations, attachments, and exhibits, and verifying they have the correct formatting. Maintains grant agreement files. Drafts contract documents, change orders, and other pertinent documents during the contract period. Ensuring that the documents are accurate, inclusive of all agreement stipulations, attachments, and exhibits, and verifying they have the correct formatting. Maintains contract files. Coordinates review of contract/grant deliverables with technical staff throughout the Department, ensuring timelines are met. Tracks deliverables, reviews and processes invoices and payment requests in a timely manner, ensuring invoices and payment requests contain all stipulated components. Tracks payments as part of the contract or grant files. Works with staff to resolve issues. Assists with the tracking and reporting of financial information for all grants and contracts within the Division as needed. May assist with tracking other business functions of the division. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Knowledge of contract management procedures. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. + Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. + Ability to solve problems and effectively make decisions. + Ability to work independently and as part of team. + Ability to work well under pressure. + Ability to prepare and critique technical reports. + Skill in using MS-Office. + Ability to successfully complete training for Florida Certified Contract Manager designation. + Ability to travel outside of Tallahassee with or without an accommodation. + Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license. Required Qualifications: A bachelor'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 in this posting, for a total of seven years. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred knowledge of or experience in water quality or water resources. Preferred experience with managing contracts or grants. OtherJob Related Requirements for this position: + Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) designation or ability to obtain within one year of completing the on-the-job requirements for eligibility to take the FCCM training. + Travel at times. Valid Driver License. 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: HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov 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. Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee