GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Central Office, Tallahassee, FL in the Bureau of Education. The mission of the Bureau of Education is to enhance educational programs within the Florida Department of Corrections by developing innovative tools and providing technical assistance to staff. We aim to ensure the successful implementation of new systems and support the educational advancement of our personnel through cutting-edge technology. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

Requirements

Knowledge of Florida Department of Corrections operational policies, procedures, and processes.
Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
Knowledge of the methods of data collection.
Knowledge of information technology environments and systems
Knowledge of basic arithmetic.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculations.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must possess experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting data.
Must have experience using SharePoint.
Must have experience using Power BI.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in MS Suite (Word, Teams, and Excel)
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution or related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops and reviews programs, services, forms, and reports, and confers with management and users to identify problems and improvements.
Develops data collection and technical assistance tools and provides access to educational staff.
Confers with personnel concerned to ensure the successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.
Assists with all processes conducted within the Academic Education section.
Provides support to Central Office, Regional and Institutional staff in the use of educational technology.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
Tuition-Free college courses.
Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System:
Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan)
Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan)
Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop)
Deferred Compensation
Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.