PENDING RECLASSIFICATION* GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 77071581

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in Tallahassee is seeking a Government Operations Consultant II to support budgeting, purchasing, travel, and personnel processes for the Conservation Engagement and Education unit.

The role requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of state procurement rules, and the ability to coordinate with multiple offices to ensure compliant operations and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in office management, purchasing, budget, personnel, or an agency program area.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for two years of professional experience.
• Must obtain Florida Certified Contract Manager or equivalent within six months.

Responsibilities

• Support statewide team with purchasing, budgeting, travel, and hiring needs.
• Possibly supervise other positions in the future.
• Prepare contracts, bids, and purchase orders; ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Maintain confidential records and assist with personnel paperwork and timesheets.

Skills

Office management

Budgeting

Contract management

Public administration

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Doctorate

Tools

MFMP

Works

STMS

FLAIR

Ariba on Demand

People First

FL PALM

Job description

Requisition No: 885064

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: PENDING RECLASSIFICATION* GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 77071581

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77071581

Salary: $45,060.11

Posting Closing Date: 10/20/2026

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Division/Office: Conservation Engagement and Education/Florida Youth Conservation Center Network

Job Title: Government Operations Consultant II *Pending Recalssification*

Position Number: 77071581

Address: 620 S. Meridian Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399

County: Leon

Region: Northwest

Working Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET); Monday to Friday

List of Subordinates Supervised: None

Residency Requirement: Tallahassee Area

Salary: $45,060.11 annually

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.

Overview

This full-time Career Service position is based out of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Conservation Engagement and Education’s office in Tallahassee and will serve as the Business Manager supporting CEE and the Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network . The successful candidate will join a dedicated team that works to “create the next generation that cares” about conservation. FYCCN has numerous conservation centers, a team of regional coordinators, the Project WILD program, and hundreds of partners who work together to support youth in conserving Florida’s fish and wildlife. We support the delivery of summer camp programming and year-round school field trips, which embody the four pillars of the FYCCN: Shooting Sports, Angling, Boating, and Wildlife Discovery.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in office management, purchasing, budget, personnel, or an agency program area, OR
• Substitution of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of professional experience in office management, purchasing, budget, personnel, or an agency program area, OR
• Substitution of a master's degree from an accredited college or university, OR
• A doctorate from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience.

Position Requirements

• Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License.
• Statewide travel is required to perform the duties of this position (1-25%).
• May require work time outside of regularly scheduled hours over 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be a Florida Certified Contract Manager or obtain certification within six months.

Description Of Duties

This position in the CEE Director's office will support a statewide team with their purchasing, budgeting, travel, and hiring needs. This position could supervise other positions in the future.

The Incumbent Will

• Understand customer service and public administration principles, including planning and monitoring financial and budget issues related to managing the FYCCN.
• Interpret statutory and agency rules, regulations, and policies to accomplish activities and ensure compliance, which requires in-depth knowledge of agency principles, policies, and procedures.
• Manage and administer budget in cooperation with the CEE Director; analyzes previous fiscal year allocations and requests the appropriate budget amount to cover current year needs.
• Work with the FWC Finance and Budget Office to prepare for the implementation of FL PALM.
• Approve purchases; coordinate and monitor OPS, OCO, FCO, and expense allotments; analyze FLAIR reports; coordinate with staff to resolve coding, expenditure, or encumbrance issues; request budget adjustments to ensure spending remains within authorized limits; and evaluate and implement cost‑saving measures.
• Prepare contracts, bids, and purchase orders and route accordingly.
• Conduct periodic meetings and provide ongoing guidance, training and technical assistance to CEE staff about new or revised policies and procedures related to purchasing, information technology, customer service, property, and personnel management.
• Maintain communication with CEE Administrative Assistant related to Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida (FWFF) expenditures.
• Manage and coordinate personnel paperwork; perform background checks in compliance with state/federal laws and regulations; initiate PARs; assist with employee appraisals; and monitor/approve timesheets for assigned personnel.
• Complete Administrative Duties, such as attending staff meetings, completing and submitting required reports, participating in professional development courses, and completing timesheets in a timely and thorough manner. Ensure that files and documentation are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained; perform other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Is highly organized and able to keep accurate and complete records.
• Knowledge of state purchasing rules, contracting procedures and state accounting system;
• Knowledge of MFMP, Works, STMS, FLAIR, Ariba on Demand, People First, and FL PALM;
• Knowledge of administrative and standard office principles, policies, and practices;
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to compile, collect, and organize data;
• Ability to train, coach, and support employees in implementing business requirements
• Ability to organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to work independently and finish tasks promptly;
• Ability to analyze and solve problems;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to use discretion with confidential matters (HR, minors)

Benefits

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: State employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
• No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
• Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
• Retirement Plan Options
• State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
• On the Job Trainings
• Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.
• For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

Additional Requirement

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 fish and wildlife resources. Employees should seek public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida's citizens positively and proactively, listening to customers' wants, and striving to meet their needs. Employees will explain the reasons for agency actions or decisions when appropriate while