DOS - GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 45000646

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida, Division of Library and Information Services, Bureau of Library Development, is seeking a qualified professional to manage the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant program and related grant initiatives in the Bureau.

Responsibilities include overseeing grant applications, reviews, program administration, and reporting; coordinating with internal teams to support State Aid and Library Construction programs; and keeping current on grants management practices

Qualifications

• Six years direct professional experience; master’s degree may substitute for experience.
• Experience using personal computers, including word processing, spreadsheet or database software.
• Ability to learn and use grants management software and database.
• Three years of in-depth experience writing, planning, implementing or evaluating applications, projects or contracts.
• Detail oriented, with evidence of record keeping in managing applications, projects or contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manages the LSTA grant program: grant applications, review processes, administration, and reporting per the Five-Year Plan.
• Manages the Library Cooperative Grant (LCG) program: grant application and review, administration and reporting.
• Supports administration of the State Aid and Library Construction grant programs; provides basic grant information.
• Updates knowledge and skills related to grants and contract management through training; shares information with colleagues and customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grant management

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database software

Project management

Attention to detail

Learning new software

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Grants management software

Microsoft Word

Excel

Database software

Job description

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Date: Sep 1, 2026

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website .

Requisition No:882892

Agency: Department of State

Division of Library and Information Services

Bureau of Library Development

Open Competitive

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six years direct professional experience. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required years of experience.
• Experience using personal computers, including word processing, spreadsheet or database software.
• An ability to learn and use grants management software and database.
• Three years of in-depth experience writing, planning, implementing or evaluating applications, projects or contracts.
• Detail oriented, with demonstrated evidence of record keeping associated with managing applications, projects or contracts.

Preferences:

• Master's degree in accounting, business administration, nonprofit management, nonprofit management with a concentration in grants or financial management, public administration, or library or information science from an accredited program.
• Experience in writing, planning, implementing, administering or evaluating a state or federal pass-through grant program.
• Broad knowledge of the principles, practices and policies of public or academic libraries or a related organization.
• Experience in administering, planning, implementing and evaluating a state or federal pass-through grant program.

Special Note:

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported in your employment history.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to grant application and review processes, program administration, preparation of reports and other information as required for the program. Work carries out the Division’s LSTA Five-Year Plan.
• Manages the Library Cooperative Grant (LCG) program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to grant application and review processes, program administration, and preparation of reports and other information as required for the LCG program.
• Supports administration of the State Aid and Library Construction grant programs in the Bureau. Requires familiarity with their program policies, procedures, and issues, and an ability to provide basic grant information about these programs upon request.
• Updates professional knowledge and skills related to grants and contract management through online and in-person training opportunities. Maximizes use of all available modes of communication to share information, knowledge and skills related to grants with colleagues and customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Three years of in-depth experience writing, planning, implementing or evaluating applications, projects or contracts.
• Experience using personal computers, including word processing, spreadsheet or database software.
• An ability to learn and use grants management software and database.
• Detail oriented, with demonstrated evidence of record keeping associated with managing applications, projects or contracts.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS

A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment. If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints. We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.

IMPORTANT NOTICES

We are committed to enhancing our workforce through the employment of Veterans, individuals with disabilities and seek qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, abilities, skills, and talents to join our workforce.

Male applicants born on or after January 1, 1960, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: https://www.sss.gov

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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