About this role
Requisition No: 884836
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 37979119
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 37979119
Salary: $19.50 per hour
Posting Closing Date: 10/11/2026
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OPS Government Operations Consultant I 37979119
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
OPEN COMPETITIVE
This position is in Tallahassee, FL
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks (DRP) are seeking a reliable, self-motivated, and well-organized individual to join Florida’s award-winning state parks system. This position will be scheduled for up to 40 hours per week.
Duties may include but are not limited to: submitting travel authorizations and reimbursements; managing MFMP NextGen/Ariba on Demand for the office including entering requisitions and receiving invoices on purchase orders; ordering items with a PCard; serving as the Division’s property contact; submitting monthly vehicle logs and gas receipts; coordinating service for the Director’s Office vehicle; submitting monthly cell phone records; sorting and sending mail; managing mailing and other lists; maintaining office supplies; and performing special assignments, research, report preparation, and related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Office principles and procedures.
- Principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication.
- Computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to:
- Compile, organize and analyze data.
- Utilize problem solving techniques.
- Prepare reports and records.
- Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Work independently.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Follow verbal and written instructions.
- Conduct fact finding research.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Organize and maintain records and files.
- Manage time effectively.
- Maintain a valid driver license.
Minium Qualifications:
- Valid driver license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous administrative experience.
- Experience in coordinating and processing travel.
- Experience working in the Florida Statewide Travel Management System (STMS).
- Experience with My Florida Market Place (MFMP) system.
- Government purchasing experience.
Pay:
$19.50 per hour
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 advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.
Where You Will Work:
Division of Recreation and Parks, Director’s Office
3800 Commonwealth Blvd., MS 500
Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol 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. 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.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:
- Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial (https://www.corebridgefinancial.com/rs/opsfl/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan#accordion-e1292cd3b8-item-0be1bc4b3d) ).
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.
Special Notes:
DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable 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 to answer 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. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
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.