Government Operations Consultant

Date:
Jan 9, 2026

Requisition No: 868000

Working Title:

GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I -

This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida

• Conducts organizational studies and evaluations on office procedures providing technical assistance and developing procedures to assist the Division of State Lands to operate more efficiently and effectively.
• Consults, analyzes, and exercises project management of work related to the issuance, modification, cancellation and/or renewal of revenue-generating leases, easements, conservation easements, use agreements, management agreements, deeds and consent of use that require authorization from the Board of Trustees and/or through delegation of authority.
• Collects, organizes, evaluates, research, modifies, and analyzes problems and requests that require authorization from the Board of Trustees and/or through delegation of authority for accuracy, completeness and consistency with statutes, rules, bureau and departmental procedures and policies. Coordinates and communicates with applicants/agents, departmental staff and governmental and private entities, as required to identify and resolve problems.
• Administers and develops legal contracts/documents and related backup materials consistent with statutes, rules, bureau and departmental procedures and policies prior to submittal to the supervisor.
• Administers, prepares, organizes and maintains accurate computerized records/project files and develops reports to assure an efficient/accurate operation. Analyzes reports and makes recommendations to the supervisor to solve problems associated with the respective project management area assigned.
• Manages and conducts collections of revenue and data associated with project files assigned.
• Assists supervisor in evaluating contract procedures and recommending changes as applicable.
• Assists supervisor in contacting new property ownership entities for lease/easement assignment/transfers.
• Performs related work as assigned by the supervisor.

Knowledge of: The methods of data collection and analysis; basic management principles and practices.

Ability to: Collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document workflow and other activities relating to improvement of operational and management practices; organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials; conduct fact-finding research; utilize problem‑solving techniques; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities;

and communicate effectively.

• Possess a valid driver’s license

$40,320.81

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.

Tallahassee - Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital 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.

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group…