GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 37002011

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

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About The Position

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Coastal Zone Management Program is hiring a Government Operations Consultant III to support the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection. The role conducts organizational studies and evaluations of office procedures, provides technical assistance, and develops procedures to help the office operate more efficiently and effectively.

The position assists with development and implementation of grants received through NOAA’s Coastal Zone Management Program; prepares progress reports and gathers performance-measure data required by grant agreements; and collects information for post-award actions and release of special award conditions. It directs administration of subgrants and coordinates with grant managers to ensure deliverables are met. The role also ensures that grants, contracts, and other agreements are uploaded into the Florida Accountability Contract Tracking System.

As budget analyst for the Coastal Management Program and Coastal and Boating Program, the position assists with budget tracking, reviews draft allocations, contracts, and subaward agreements for budget accuracy, and reviews payment requests and processes invoices. Other duties may be assigned.

The position is based in Tallahassee, Florida. The incumbent must successfully complete a background and fingerprint check and hold a valid driver’s license.

Requirements

• At least four years of verifiable related experience in accounting, budget tracking, or grant management; post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and processes related to grant management.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and processes related to state procurement.
• Knowledge of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to gain proficiency in grant management and reporting systems such as grants.gov, eRA Commons, Service NOW, GrantSolutions, and TRACS.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships as part of a statewide team.
• Ability to attend Florida Certified Contract Manager training and obtain certification within the first year of employment.
• Skill in using state accounting programs such as FIN, FLAIR, and PALM.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Successfully complete a background and fingerprint check.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct organizational studies and evaluations of office procedures, provide technical assistance, and develop procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection.
• Assist with the development and implementation of grants received through NOAA’s Coastal Zone Management Program.
• Develop required progress reports and gather data for performance-measure reporting required by grant agreements.
• Gather information and data for post-award actions and special award condition releases.
• Direct administration of subgrants and coordinate with grant managers to ensure deliverables are met.
• Ensure grants, contracts, and other agreements are uploaded into the Florida Accountability Contract Tracking System.
• Assist with tracking the Coastal Management Program budget.
• Review draft allocations, contracts, and subaward agreements for budget accuracy.
• Review payment requests and complete invoice processing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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 supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed