GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 48002577
State of Florida, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318
Overview
Requisition No: 868070 Agency: Department of Education Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 48002577 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 48002577 Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE Posting Closing Date: 02/03/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Florida Department of Education Division of Early Learning Office of Program Integrity Location: Tallahassee/Turlington Position Title: Government Operations Consultant III (CS) Salary Range: $50,584.67-$58,000 ANTICIPATED VACANCY CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies up to six months. Application Information
APPLICATION INFORMATION &HIRING REQUIREMENTS Your Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety. Work History (in easy to review chronological order) Consists of: Any position held by a State of Florida Agency; Any position held by a Florida University; All periods of employment from high school graduation; All periods of current or prior unemployment; Gaps 3 months or more must be accounted for* Any Education Any Volunteer Experience Your resume and application must match *Gaps 3 months or more must be addressed – you will need to account for and explain any gaps in employment including unemployment. You can either list these in your application under Period of Employment or attach a word document listing your gaps. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will be converted to your official application. Include supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact information for your Human Resources office to verify current or former employment. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. Hiring Information And Requirements The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews every application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history in the People First system. If claiming Veteran’s Preference, the candidate MUST attach supporting documentation such as the DD214 and your VA Letter that reflects level of disability if applicable. Applicable to career service positions only. If claiming Right to First Interview, the candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. Applicable to career service positions only. If you are missing any of the items above, your packet may be held up at the final review step. NOTE: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process. Office Contact
Emilie Willis, 850-245-0332 Job Description
This is a team lead position responsible for independently performing advanced level work under the limited supervision of the Senior Management Analyst Supervisor in the Program Integrity Section, Financial Administration & Budget, Division of Early Learning. Duties require a substantial degree of independent activity to conduct performance reviews and audits of a complex administrative program for the Division. This position involves administrative, fiscal and program oversight responsibilities for the statewide delivery of School Readiness and Voluntary Prekindergarten programs. Duties require knowledge and understanding of federal and state statutes and regulations governing the administration of these programs. As a team leader this position provides supervision of activities of the Accountability unit’s programmatic reviews of early learning coalitions and is the primary contact for assigned reviews. Participates in Accountability Reviews (to include onsite monitoring) of the early learning coalitions and statewide contracts to evaluate operational effectiveness and ensure compliance with School Readiness, Child Care Resource and Referral, and Voluntary Pre Kindergarten statutory and regulatory requirements, and Agency Rules and policies. 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: Coordinates and disseminates assignments to team to facilitate the desk and on-site monitoring and reviews of early learning coalition activities. Provides administrative guidance, mentoring and support to field unit as needed. Ensure team members meet deadlines. Implements and maintains a project tracking system to ensure that programmatic reviews and monitoring reports are completed on time and meet administrative requirements. As assigned, prepare, update and review tracking system for annual monitoring results. Communicate with supervisor and team regarding project status and outcomes. Coordinates special projects, special reviews, and prepares and analyzes the risk assessment/trends process. Assists with the design and management of projects and reviews to ensure timely completion. Common field methodologies include surveys, analyses of program outcomes, on-site examinations, interviews, conducting focus groups, file reviews, and review of coalitions service plans, continuity of operations plan (coop), annual reports, fiscal reports, plan amendments, eligibility, data security, reimbursement and fraud prevention. Reviews documents or interface with appropriate coalition or statewide contractor and DEL staff to ensure compliance with applicable VPK and School Readiness statutory, regulatory and best practice requirements. Document findings and prepare written recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures or organizational changes. Prepare and analyze findings of Accountability unit’s reviews to ensure quality, and make recommendations as needed. Edit and proofread reports and other written materials. Provides customer service to both internal and external customers. Makes reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the workplace. Provide related technical assistance, including action planning, attending on and off-site meetings, giving direction for organization development, reimbursement practices. Provides explanation of findings to local Early Learning Coalition (ELC) staff and board members. Assist with preparing periodic risk assessments for ELC and other entities. Serves as backup in performing Annual Fiscal Compliance Monitoring Tasks, as needed Reviews policies, procedures, guidelines and state and local plans and evaluate the impact on operations and identify potential problems and recommends appropriate corrective action. Assist in the development of monitoring tools and guidance including the development of forms and reports. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of principles of governmental organization, budgeting, auditing, and accountability. Knowledge of EFS Systems. Knowledge of the Early Learning Programs and the Florida Department of Children and Family system is preferred. Knowledge of basic management principles and practices. Experience in editing and proofreading documents and reports. Experience writing for and/or testifying before high-level executives expressing sensitive conclusions and recommendations based upon quantitative and qualitative data. Proficient in using Microsoft Office software to create presentations and spreadsheets, specifically Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word Skilled in the functionality of database processes and data analysis. Ability to understand new policies and procedures and educate others in the implementation of such. Ability to identify problems and utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to provide excellent customer service and treat others with courtesy, respect and dignity. Ability to present a positive image. Ability to work together as a team to support the unit, department and/or organization to accomplish the goals of the unit, department and/or organization. Ability to interpret and apply those statutes and regulations to ensure compliance is desirable Ability to analyze effectiveness of programs and identify and facilitate changes needed to meet program requirements and improve performance. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal. Ability to work and perform under stressful conditions. Ability to demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Ability to work independently and perform tasks and responsibilities with limited guidance and direction. Ability to gather, analyze and organize information into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials. Who We’re Looking For The ideal incumbent must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The incumbent must interact courteously with others. The performance and behavior of all employees must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Attendance is an essential function. Minimum Qualifications
Required Licensure/Registration/Certification/Experience or Education: Four years of applicable work experience Proficient in Microsoft Office software Ability to Travel throughout the State of Florida is required for this position Preferred Qualifications
Preferences Will Be Given To Applicants who meet both the professional and educational experience. Applicants who complete a pplication information and hire requirements listed in the advertisement to completion. Educational Substitutions
SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in business administration, economics, finance management, accounting, public administration, social science, or other qualitative and research fields can substitute for 4 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. Mission Statement
Florida Department of Education mission highlights and goals including improving Florida's education system and serving students, families and communities. WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS! State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option) Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required) Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) Retirement plan options, including employer contributions Annual and Sick Leave Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts Ongoing comprehensive training provided Career Growth – highly skilled, professional environment Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. Equal Opportunity Employer statement and accommodation information are available in the original posting. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Veterans’ Preference and related notices are included as applicable.
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Requisition No: 868070 Agency: Department of Education Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 48002577 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 48002577 Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE Posting Closing Date: 02/03/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Florida Department of Education Division of Early Learning Office of Program Integrity Location: Tallahassee/Turlington Position Title: Government Operations Consultant III (CS) Salary Range: $50,584.67-$58,000 ANTICIPATED VACANCY CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies up to six months. Application Information
APPLICATION INFORMATION &HIRING REQUIREMENTS Your Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety. Work History (in easy to review chronological order) Consists of: Any position held by a State of Florida Agency; Any position held by a Florida University; All periods of employment from high school graduation; All periods of current or prior unemployment; Gaps 3 months or more must be accounted for* Any Education Any Volunteer Experience Your resume and application must match *Gaps 3 months or more must be addressed – you will need to account for and explain any gaps in employment including unemployment. You can either list these in your application under Period of Employment or attach a word document listing your gaps. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will be converted to your official application. Include supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact information for your Human Resources office to verify current or former employment. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. Hiring Information And Requirements The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews every application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history in the People First system. If claiming Veteran’s Preference, the candidate MUST attach supporting documentation such as the DD214 and your VA Letter that reflects level of disability if applicable. Applicable to career service positions only. If claiming Right to First Interview, the candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. Applicable to career service positions only. If you are missing any of the items above, your packet may be held up at the final review step. NOTE: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process. Office Contact
Emilie Willis, 850-245-0332 Job Description
This is a team lead position responsible for independently performing advanced level work under the limited supervision of the Senior Management Analyst Supervisor in the Program Integrity Section, Financial Administration & Budget, Division of Early Learning. Duties require a substantial degree of independent activity to conduct performance reviews and audits of a complex administrative program for the Division. This position involves administrative, fiscal and program oversight responsibilities for the statewide delivery of School Readiness and Voluntary Prekindergarten programs. Duties require knowledge and understanding of federal and state statutes and regulations governing the administration of these programs. As a team leader this position provides supervision of activities of the Accountability unit’s programmatic reviews of early learning coalitions and is the primary contact for assigned reviews. Participates in Accountability Reviews (to include onsite monitoring) of the early learning coalitions and statewide contracts to evaluate operational effectiveness and ensure compliance with School Readiness, Child Care Resource and Referral, and Voluntary Pre Kindergarten statutory and regulatory requirements, and Agency Rules and policies. 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: Coordinates and disseminates assignments to team to facilitate the desk and on-site monitoring and reviews of early learning coalition activities. Provides administrative guidance, mentoring and support to field unit as needed. Ensure team members meet deadlines. Implements and maintains a project tracking system to ensure that programmatic reviews and monitoring reports are completed on time and meet administrative requirements. As assigned, prepare, update and review tracking system for annual monitoring results. Communicate with supervisor and team regarding project status and outcomes. Coordinates special projects, special reviews, and prepares and analyzes the risk assessment/trends process. Assists with the design and management of projects and reviews to ensure timely completion. Common field methodologies include surveys, analyses of program outcomes, on-site examinations, interviews, conducting focus groups, file reviews, and review of coalitions service plans, continuity of operations plan (coop), annual reports, fiscal reports, plan amendments, eligibility, data security, reimbursement and fraud prevention. Reviews documents or interface with appropriate coalition or statewide contractor and DEL staff to ensure compliance with applicable VPK and School Readiness statutory, regulatory and best practice requirements. Document findings and prepare written recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures or organizational changes. Prepare and analyze findings of Accountability unit’s reviews to ensure quality, and make recommendations as needed. Edit and proofread reports and other written materials. Provides customer service to both internal and external customers. Makes reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the workplace. Provide related technical assistance, including action planning, attending on and off-site meetings, giving direction for organization development, reimbursement practices. Provides explanation of findings to local Early Learning Coalition (ELC) staff and board members. Assist with preparing periodic risk assessments for ELC and other entities. Serves as backup in performing Annual Fiscal Compliance Monitoring Tasks, as needed Reviews policies, procedures, guidelines and state and local plans and evaluate the impact on operations and identify potential problems and recommends appropriate corrective action. Assist in the development of monitoring tools and guidance including the development of forms and reports. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of principles of governmental organization, budgeting, auditing, and accountability. Knowledge of EFS Systems. Knowledge of the Early Learning Programs and the Florida Department of Children and Family system is preferred. Knowledge of basic management principles and practices. Experience in editing and proofreading documents and reports. Experience writing for and/or testifying before high-level executives expressing sensitive conclusions and recommendations based upon quantitative and qualitative data. Proficient in using Microsoft Office software to create presentations and spreadsheets, specifically Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word Skilled in the functionality of database processes and data analysis. Ability to understand new policies and procedures and educate others in the implementation of such. Ability to identify problems and utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to provide excellent customer service and treat others with courtesy, respect and dignity. Ability to present a positive image. Ability to work together as a team to support the unit, department and/or organization to accomplish the goals of the unit, department and/or organization. Ability to interpret and apply those statutes and regulations to ensure compliance is desirable Ability to analyze effectiveness of programs and identify and facilitate changes needed to meet program requirements and improve performance. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal. Ability to work and perform under stressful conditions. Ability to demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Ability to work independently and perform tasks and responsibilities with limited guidance and direction. Ability to gather, analyze and organize information into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials. Who We’re Looking For The ideal incumbent must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The incumbent must interact courteously with others. The performance and behavior of all employees must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Attendance is an essential function. Minimum Qualifications
Required Licensure/Registration/Certification/Experience or Education: Four years of applicable work experience Proficient in Microsoft Office software Ability to Travel throughout the State of Florida is required for this position Preferred Qualifications
Preferences Will Be Given To Applicants who meet both the professional and educational experience. Applicants who complete a pplication information and hire requirements listed in the advertisement to completion. Educational Substitutions
SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in business administration, economics, finance management, accounting, public administration, social science, or other qualitative and research fields can substitute for 4 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. Mission Statement
Florida Department of Education mission highlights and goals including improving Florida's education system and serving students, families and communities. WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS! State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option) Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required) Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) Retirement plan options, including employer contributions Annual and Sick Leave Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts Ongoing comprehensive training provided Career Growth – highly skilled, professional environment Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. Equal Opportunity Employer statement and accommodation information are available in the original posting. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Veterans’ Preference and related notices are included as applicable.
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