GENERAL OPERATIONS MANAGER I - SES - 77000200

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in Tallahassee, FL is seeking a GENERAL OPERATIONS MANAGER I - SES to lead purchasing activities within General Services. The role requires handling solicitations, compliance, and procurement records while supervising staff and ensuring efficient processes in MFMP.

The position emphasizes knowledge of Florida statutes governing procurement, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering compliant, timely solicitations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma.
• 1–3 years professional purchasing/procurement experience.
• 1–3 years supervisory or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage assignments of solicitations, advertisements, renewal requests, and related procurement documents.
• Maintain solicitation files, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Issue Invitations to Bid (ITBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Negotiate (ITNs), and other solicitation types.
• Provide guidance and support to agency staff throughout the solicitation process, including development of scopes of work and procurement documentation.
• Attend pre-bid conferences and evaluate vendor submissions for responsiveness and responsibility.
• Apply state laws, administrative rules, and FWC policies in the development and administration of solicitations.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Supervisory experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Requisition No:887248

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: GENERAL OPERATIONS MANAGER I - SES - 77000200

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

OED/General Services Section

General Operations Manager I SES- 77000200

Leon

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.

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.

This position has financial disclosure responsibility in accordance with Section 112.3145, Florida Statues.

Ability to travel for training workshops, etc. up to 5% of time

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• 1-3 years of professional purchasing/procurement experience, including
• 1-3 years of supervisory or management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) training

Overview:

The Commission expects its employees to be courteous and respectful while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensuring each encounter is as positive as possible. Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission, its programs and/or fish and wildlife resources.
Work at FWC is cross-functional, and responsibilities may extend across divisional and office lines. Employees are expected to operate collaboratively within the Commission’s organizational structure by contributing their skills and expertise wherever needed, including participation on teams or performing duties as assigned.
This position is a highly responsible, independent professional role within General Services Purchasing. The role requires a working knowledge of Chapters 287.057, 255 of the Florida Statutes; 60A and 60D of the Florida Administrative Code; MyFloridaMarketPlace(MFMP); and Formal Solicitation processes. The position is responsible for procurement activities, staff supervision, training, compliance oversight, solicitation management, and operational support to ensure efficient and compliant purchasing processes for ensuring the Commission’s compliance with applicable State, Federal, and Commission laws, rules, regulations, and policy and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage assignments of solicitations, advertisements, renewal requests, and related procurement documents
• Maintain solicitation files, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Issue Invitations to Bid (ITBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Negotiate (ITNs), and other solicitation types.
• Provide guidance and support to agency staff throughout the solicitation process, including development of scopes of work and procurement documentation.
• Attend pre-bid conferences and evaluate vendor submissions for responsiveness and responsibility.
• Apply state laws, administrative rules, and FWC policies in the development and administration of solicitations.
• Prepare and maintain all required procurement and solicitation records.
• Supervise assigned staff by providing leadership, training, coaching, and performance direction.
• Assign, review, and evaluate work to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Assist in developing procurement expertise within the Purchasing Section.
• Support accurate and timely processing and approval of purchase requisitions in MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP).

Contract Compliance & Procurement Administration

• Ensure compliance with contract documentation requirements consistent with Chapters 255 and 287, Florida Statutes.
• Recommend operational policies and assist in establishing procurement procedures.
• Ensure procurement methods and agreement formats are appropriate and compliant.
• Verify required approvals are obtained in accordance with FWC Delegation of Authority requirements.
• Maintain procurement files and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

Analysis, Reporting & Process Improvement

• Track and monitor solicitation timelines, deadlines, and associated actions to ensure timely execution.
• Analyze proposals, market conditions, and procurement-related data.
• Assist with the collection, analysis, and reporting of key performance indicator (KPI) data.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Coordination & Professional Relationships

• Work effectively in an independent environment and as part of procurement teams.
• Collaborate with FWC staff, state agencies, governmental entities, and contractors.
• Maintain effective working relationships with the Department of Management Services (DMS) and the Department of Financial Services(DFS)
• Provide procurement guidance and consultation to agency staff as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

• Ability to identify and define user tasks and conduct short- and long-term project planning.
• Ability to organize data into logical formats for reports, documents, and other written materials.
• Knowledge of data collection methods and information-gathering techniques.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and research data, including fact-finding investigations.
• Ability to use problem-solving techniques and analytical methods.
• Knowledge of basic management principles and practices.
• Ability to understand, apply, and implement applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of purchasing.
• Ability to research and analyze specifications, conditions, regulations, bids, contracts, and pricing.
• Ability to prepare and document specifications, conditions, and regulations related to bids, contracts, and pricing.
• Ability to maintain purchasing records and documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

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, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.