GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 37002011

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection, seeks a Government Operations Consultant III in Tallahassee to optimize office procedures and manage NOAA grant programs. You will develop and implement processes to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with grant requirements.

Responsibilities include coordinating federal grants, tracking budgets, and delivering performance data.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of grant management policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of state procurement policies.
• Ability to analyze data and compile reports.
• Proficiency with grants.gov, eRA Commons, Service NOW.
• Strong written communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Will conduct organizational studies and evaluations to improve efficiency.
• Develop procedures for the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection.
• Assist in federal grant management and reporting.
• Track budgets for the Coastal Management Program.
• Review allocations and invoices for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with grant contracts and state policies.

Skills

Grant management

Budget tracking

Data analysis

Policy and procedures

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Grants.gov

eRA Commons

Service NOW

GrantSolutions

TRACS

FIN

FLAIR

PALM

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GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 37002011

Date: Oct 23, 2026

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Requisition No:886150

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 37002011

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Will conduct organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection to operate more efficiently and effectively.

Federal Grant Management:

• Assists in the development and implementation of grants received through NOAA’s Coastal Zone Management Program.
• Develops required progress reports and gathers data for performance measure reporting required per grant agreements.
• Gathers information/data required for post award actions and special award condition releases.
• Directs the administration of sub grants and coordinates with grant managers to ensure deliverables are met.
• Ensures grants, contracts and other agreements are uploaded into the Florida Accountability Contract Tracking System.

Budget Analyst for CMP and CBP:

• Assists with tracking the budget for the Coastal Management Program.
• Assists in reviewing draft allocations, contracts and subaward agreements for budget accuracy.
• Assists in reviewing payment requests and completing invoice processing. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and processes related to grant management.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and processes related to state procurement.
• Knowledge of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
• Ability to gain proficiency in grant management and reporting systems such as grants.gov, eRA Commons, Service NOW, GrantSolutions and TRACS.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others as part of a statewide team.
• Ability to attend Florida Certified Contract Manager training and obtain certification within the first year of employment.
• Skill in utilizing state accounting programs such as FIN, FLAIR and PALM.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least four years of verifiable related experience in accounting, budget tracking or grant management. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the required four years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• The incumbent of this position, in accordance with sections 110.1127 and 435.04, Florida Statutes and DEP Directive 422, Background Investigations, is required to successfully complete a background and fingerprint check.
• A valid driver’s license.

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

Pay:

$50,584.67

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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

Where You Will Work:

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Boasting proximity to the coast and centrally located to popular tourist destinations, Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career. Also, with no state income tax, Florida is a great place to work regardless of where you find yourself on the career ladder.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );

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 for answers to questions through the following email addresses:

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Candidatesrequiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at [phone]. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

Contact Information

Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

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.

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.