OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 77901605

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida's Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (Office of Licensing and Permitting) seeks an OPS Government Operations Consultant III to help manage a multimillion-dollar licensing system contract with a third-party vendor. The role emphasizes contract oversight, compliance, and effective stakeholder communication in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires strong MS Office skills, ability to interpret statutes, and the capacity to coordinate across divisions,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of contract management, vendor oversight, performance monitoring, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manages the GoOutdoorsFlorida licensing and permitting system contract, including contract monitoring and oversight.
• Drafts, reviews, and edits correspondence, including contract amendments and corrective action plans.
• Organizes and facilitates agency oversight team activities related to assigned contracts.
• Maintains effective working relationships and communicates professionally and effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinates with OLP systems and customer service teams, as well as other divisions, to identify and document service-level deficiencies in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Prepares reports and provides updates as needed.
• Assists with internal and external audits related to assigned contracts and agreements.
• Provides contract management, agreement management, and related administrative and operational support for additional OLP contracts and agreements, as assigned, based on workload, organizational needs, and available capacity.

Skills

Contract management

Vendor oversight

Performance monitoring

Statutes interpretation

Organizational skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

FCCM training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat DC

Job description

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Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 77901605

Salary: $30- $35/Hr. based on experience

1875 Orange Avenue East

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Office of Licensing and Permitting

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.

Overview:

This position within the Office of Licensing and Permitting (OLP) requires the successful completion of a Level II background investigation. Applicants should have the ability to understand and interpret state statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and program guidance documents.

This is a highly responsible position assisting with the management of a multimillion-dollar contract for the issuance of licenses and permits. Applicants should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat DC, and effective verbal and written communication skills. This position requires the ability to plan, organize, and coordinate assignments; develop and maintain effective working relationships with others, including vendors; and manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.

This position is primarily responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight of the OLP licensing and permitting system contract with a third-party vendor. Depending on workload and available capacity, this position may also be assigned responsibility for supporting or managing additional contracts, agreements, and related activities within OLP. This position reports directly to the Program Manager in Tallahassee, who oversees the Business Unit within the Office of Licensing and Permitting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) training

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manages the GoOutdoorsFlorida licensing and permitting system contract, including contract monitoring and oversight.
• Drafts, reviews, and edits correspondence, including contract amendments and corrective action plans.
• Organizes and facilitates agency oversight team activities related to assigned contracts.
• Maintains effective working relationships and communicates professionally and effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinates with OLP systems and customer service teams, as well as other divisions, to identify and document service-level deficiencies in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Prepares reports and provides updates as needed.
• Assists with internal and external audits related to assigned contracts and agreements.
• Provides contract management, agreement management, and related administrative and operational support for additional OLP contracts and agreements, as assigned, based on workload, organizational needs, and available capacity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of contract management, vendor oversight, performance monitoring, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret state statutes, Florida Administrative Code, policies, and program guidance.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, prepare professional correspondence and reports, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat DC, with the ability to analyze information, monitor performance, and coordinate contract oversight activities.

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

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.