GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 48007000

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Group Insurance

Retirement plan options

Nine paid holidays

Personal Holiday

Job summary

State of Florida, Department of Education is seeking a Government Operations Consultant II to support the Florida Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and related bodies in administrative, programmatic, and operational tasks. The role emphasizes coordinating meetings, budget tracking, and policy analysis with a focus on accessibility and compliance.

The position requires managing records, preparing reports, and liaising with board members, agency staff, vendors, and stakeholders to inform

Qualifications

• Three to five years of professional and relevant experience in business/public administration, government operations, or related field.
• Knowledge of budgeting, purchasing, records management, and meeting coordination.

Responsibilities

• Collect, research, and analyze information to support DBS staff and board members in decision-making.
• Assist in development, review, and revision of policies, procedures, and directives.
• Research and evaluate management, programmatic, and operational issues; develop recommendations.
• Coordinate, prepare, and distribute Council materials and reports; maintain records and correspondence.

Skills

Policy analysis

Budget tracking

Meeting coordination

Administrative support

Tools

MFMP

Job description

GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 48007000

Requisition No:887506

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 48007000

Position Number:48007000

Salary: $45,060.11 to $49,566.12 Annually

Salary Range: $45,060.11 to $49,566.12

SALARY IS BASED ON CANDIDATE’S EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

OFFICE CONTACT:

Jennifer Ganey: 850-245-0750

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position performs advanced level work under the limited supervision of the Director of Blind Services, Division of Blind Services (DBS). The position provides advanced administrative, programmatic, and operational support for the Florida Rehabilitation Council for the Blind (FRCB), and the Blind Services Endowment Foundation (DSO). Conducts research and policy analysis; coordinates board and council activities; ensures compliance with public meeting and accessibility requirements; manages meeting logistics, records, correspondence, purchasing, budget tracking, and travel activities; and serves as a liaison with board members, agency staff, vendors, and stakeholders to support program administration and informed decision-making.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Note: The omission of specific job duties does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.) The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has an open position that is responsible for executing the following functions:

Overall Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect, research, and analyze information to support DBS staff, FRCB members, and DSO Board members in programmatic, operational, and policy-related decision-making.
• Assist in the development, review, and revision of policies, procedures, management practices, directives, and legislative proposals.
• Research and evaluate management, programmatic, and operational issues; develop recommendations to improve programs, processes, and compliance.
• Conduct special studies, inquiries, and investigations and prepare reports and recommendations, as required.

FRCB Administration:

• Ensure compliance with Florida Sunshine Law public notice requirements and applicable accessibility (ADA) requirements for Council meetings and activities.
• Research, prepare, and present information for Council meetings, conference calls, and related activities.
• Provide administrative and technical support to the Florida Rehabilitation Council for the Blind (FRCB), including assistance with presentations, meeting materials, and special projects.
• Prepare, track, maintain, and distribute Council correspondence, communications, meeting notices, and related records.
• Coordinate teleconferences, virtual meetings, and other meeting logistics.
• Format, proofread, reproduce, and distribute reports, policies, correspondence, and other materials, including alternative formats as requested.
• Prepare and submit Council membership appointment recommendations and supporting documentation to the Governor's Appointments Office in accordance with established deadlines.
• Maintain Council membership records, contact information, and related documentation.
• Maintain the Council orientation manual and coordinate onboarding and training for newly appointed members.
• Conduct research, compile information, and provide recommendations to support Council operations and decision-making.

Budget, Purchasing, Travel and Meeting Logistics:

• Prepare and review budget documents and purchasing-related information; assist with budget forecasting and development of the annual FRCB spending plan.
• Develop spreadsheets, charts, reports, and other financial tracking tools to support budget planning and expenditure monitoring.
• Research and recommend goods and services for purchase; negotiate pricing with vendors to obtain best value; initiate and submit requisitions and change orders; reconcile and receive purchase orders within MFMP.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services and submits vendor invoices to the DBS Financial Payments Section for processing.
• Coordinate FRCB meetings, public hearings, and related events, including meeting space, lodging accommodations, interpreter services, assistive listening devices, meeting materials, and alternative-format documents.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and process travel authorizations and reimbursement vouchers for FRCB staff.
• Maintain tracking systems for purchasing activities, travel-related transactions, receiving reports, and expenditure records.

Florida Rehabilitation Council for the Blind Support:

• Attend FRCB meetings; record, prepare, and distribute meeting minutes and related reports using notes, recordings, and other source materials.
• Research and analyze issues and topics related to FRCB committee activities; compile information and prepare responses, reports, and recommendations.
• Provide information and technical assistance to FRCB members, community partners, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and present analyses, reports, and informational briefings at FRCB meetings, conference calls, and other events.
• Maintain official FRCB records and archives, including policy and procedure manuals, meeting agendas and minutes, State Plans, Strategic Plans, administrative rules, correspondence, annual reports, contractual reports, and related documentation.
• Provides administrative and operational support to FRCB committees and special projects.
• Performs other committee support duties and related assignments as required.

Blind Services Endowment Foundation (DSO) Administrative Support:

• Coordinate Board administrative activities, including preparing and distributing meeting notices, agendas, reminders, teleconference information, correspondence, and other communications.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Board members by responding to requests, forwarding correspondence, and providing administrative support as needed.
• Submit required meeting notices to the Florida Administrative Weekly and ensure compliance with applicable public meeting requirements.

Other Duties:

• Other duties as requested

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Licensure/Registration/Certification/Experience or Education:

• Three to five years of professional and relevant experience in a field reasonably related to business administration, public administration, communications, public relations, government operations, public policy or a related field.
• Knowledge of administrative and operational practices, including budgeting, purchasing, records management, and/or meeting coordination.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferences will be given to:

• Applicants who have a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field reasonably related to business administration, public administration, communications, public relations, government operations, public policy or a related field of study.
• Ability to coordinate multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines.

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTIONS:

F.S. 112.219 - Substitution of work experience for postsecondary educational requirements.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in a field of study reasonably related to business administration, public administration, communications, public relations, government operations, public policy or a related field of study can substitute for 4 years of direct experience.
• A master’s degree from an accredited college or University in a field of study reasonably related to business administration, public administration, communications, public relations, government operations, public policy or a related field of study can substitute for 6 years of direct experience.

Related work experience may not substitute for any licensure, certification, or registration required by an agency and indicated in the advertised job description.

DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT:

The Division of Blind Services ensures blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support and opportunities to achieve success. In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities. The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible. The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services, District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC), and the Braille and Talking Book Library. The Division of Blind Servies has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians.

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

• State Group Insurance coverage options+
• (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options)
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)
• Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
• Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition fee waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
• Highly skilled, professional environment
• We care about the success of our employees.
• We care about the success of our clients
• We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customers’ experiences and ourselves
• A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees.
• LEAVE INFORMATION: (CS)
• Annual Leave – All full-time Career Service employees filling established positions earn annual leave in varying increments dependent upon their years of creditable service. Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, employees with 5 to 10 years of creditable service earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month.
• Sick Leave – Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month.

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT:

It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteering undergo a Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. No applicant for a designated position will be employed, contracted or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, finger printing for all purposes and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records check through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and local criminal record checks through local law enforcement.

SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM (SSS) AND REQUIREMENTS:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in an Other Personal Services (OPS), Career Service (CS), Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the Selective Service website.

SPECIAL NOTE:

Please note that this position requires an on-site schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Telework is not available for this role.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317

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.