GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 37020591
State of Florida, Tallahassee, FL, United States
Overview
Requisition No: 874028
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 37020591
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37020591
Salary: $3,755.01-$4,038.84 Monthly (commensurate with experience)
Posting Closing Date: 04/28/2026
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GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II 37020591
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
OPEN COMPETITIVE
This position is located in Tallahassee, FL
Responsibilities
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong planning and organizational skills to join our dynamic team in the land planning section of the Office of Park Planning.
Facilitates the development of unit management plans for the Florida state park system.
Prepares unit management plan components and maps.
Communicates verbally and/or in writing to ensure receipt of all materials required to prepare and process unit management plans.
Gathers, organizes, analyzes, formats and edits information used in unit management plans.
Conducts organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures, providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the Division of Recreation and Parks, Office of Park Planning to operate more efficiently and effectively.
Evaluates each unit management plan for compliance with applicable statutes, administrative rules, Department and/or Division policies, directives and plan guidelines.
Coordinates the review of unit management plans by the Department; identifies issues during the review process and facilitates reconciliation with Division staff.
Provides quality control review and assists other staff in improving the planning product.
Coordinates research, compilation, organization, and analyses of information used to produce the land use component of state park unit management plans with section staff, district operations, biological staff and other department units.
Produces conceptual land use plans in graphic and text formats to guide the physical design and development of public use facilities in the state parks.
Leads and participates in master planning and post-construction evaluation efforts.
Conducts public workshops and planning focus group processes and facilitates staff and public planning and visioning exercises.
Recommends appropriate property extensions or boundary alterations to parklands for the improvement of resource protection or recreational opportunities.
Develops preliminary development cost estimates based on the conceptual plans created by the unit plan process.
Oversees the maintenance of state park carrying capacity information.
Conducts special studies to develop policies and guidelines for establishing carrying capacities for units of the park system.
Coordinates, as needed, with staff of the Bureau of Design and Construction to ensure smooth transition of projects from planning to design.
Represents the Office, Division and Department at meetings, workshops and conferences, as required; Travel.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Of / Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge Of
Principles of park planning and physical land development planning.
Research techniques.
Land use planning techniques.
Florida’s plant communities and their suitability for land use.
Ability To
Conduct and coordinate various planning and research projects simultaneously.
Prepare reports and records.
Determine appropriate carrying capacities for park lands.
Analyze and consolidate information from various sections to produce conceptual land use plans.
Interpret various maps of park properties.
Collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations and improve operational and management practices.
Organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and written materials.
Conduct fact-finding research.
Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to operational and management analysis activities.
Utilize problem solving techniques.
Communicate effectively in writing and graphic presentation.
Work with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, graphics programs, CAD and GIS.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Driver’s License.
Travel.
Pay
$3,755.01-$4,038.84 Monthly (commensurate with experience)
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
Office of Park Planning
3800 Commonwealth Blvd., MS 525
Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine 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.
Benefits
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
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;
Tuition waivers;
Total Compensation Estimator Tool;
And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com
Special Notes
DEP is committed to recruiting and onboarding talented individuals into its workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions via the following emails:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov
An individual with a disability is qualified if they satisfy the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements and can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must contact the DEP HR Office and/or People First Service Center 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.
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. Documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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Requisition No: 874028
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 37020591
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37020591
Salary: $3,755.01-$4,038.84 Monthly (commensurate with experience)
Posting Closing Date: 04/28/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II 37020591
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
OPEN COMPETITIVE
This position is located in Tallahassee, FL
Responsibilities
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong planning and organizational skills to join our dynamic team in the land planning section of the Office of Park Planning.
Facilitates the development of unit management plans for the Florida state park system.
Prepares unit management plan components and maps.
Communicates verbally and/or in writing to ensure receipt of all materials required to prepare and process unit management plans.
Gathers, organizes, analyzes, formats and edits information used in unit management plans.
Conducts organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures, providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the Division of Recreation and Parks, Office of Park Planning to operate more efficiently and effectively.
Evaluates each unit management plan for compliance with applicable statutes, administrative rules, Department and/or Division policies, directives and plan guidelines.
Coordinates the review of unit management plans by the Department; identifies issues during the review process and facilitates reconciliation with Division staff.
Provides quality control review and assists other staff in improving the planning product.
Coordinates research, compilation, organization, and analyses of information used to produce the land use component of state park unit management plans with section staff, district operations, biological staff and other department units.
Produces conceptual land use plans in graphic and text formats to guide the physical design and development of public use facilities in the state parks.
Leads and participates in master planning and post-construction evaluation efforts.
Conducts public workshops and planning focus group processes and facilitates staff and public planning and visioning exercises.
Recommends appropriate property extensions or boundary alterations to parklands for the improvement of resource protection or recreational opportunities.
Develops preliminary development cost estimates based on the conceptual plans created by the unit plan process.
Oversees the maintenance of state park carrying capacity information.
Conducts special studies to develop policies and guidelines for establishing carrying capacities for units of the park system.
Coordinates, as needed, with staff of the Bureau of Design and Construction to ensure smooth transition of projects from planning to design.
Represents the Office, Division and Department at meetings, workshops and conferences, as required; Travel.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Of / Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge Of
Principles of park planning and physical land development planning.
Research techniques.
Land use planning techniques.
Florida’s plant communities and their suitability for land use.
Ability To
Conduct and coordinate various planning and research projects simultaneously.
Prepare reports and records.
Determine appropriate carrying capacities for park lands.
Analyze and consolidate information from various sections to produce conceptual land use plans.
Interpret various maps of park properties.
Collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations and improve operational and management practices.
Organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and written materials.
Conduct fact-finding research.
Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to operational and management analysis activities.
Utilize problem solving techniques.
Communicate effectively in writing and graphic presentation.
Work with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, graphics programs, CAD and GIS.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Driver’s License.
Travel.
Pay
$3,755.01-$4,038.84 Monthly (commensurate with experience)
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
Office of Park Planning
3800 Commonwealth Blvd., MS 525
Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine 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.
Benefits
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
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;
Tuition waivers;
Total Compensation Estimator Tool;
And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com
Special Notes
DEP is committed to recruiting and onboarding talented individuals into its workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions via the following emails:
HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us
HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov
An individual with a disability is qualified if they satisfy the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements and can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must contact the DEP HR Office and/or People First Service Center 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.
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. Documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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