Ops Education And Training Specialist

OPS EDUCATION AND TRAINING SPECIALIST -

Requisition No: 877215

Position Number:

Location:

Apopka, FL

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to serve as an OPS Training Specialist based at Wekiwa Springs State Park. This position supports District 3’s employee development and workplace engagement initiatives. It is a 24 hour per week role and does not include benefits or paid leave. Work schedule and hours may vary depending on training events or engagement initiatives.

Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S., is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees.

This is moderately independent work providing administrative and training support to the District 3 team.

• Learning principles and instructional design
• Employee engagement strategies and workplace wellness principles
• Microsoft Office Suite

• Designing, implementation, scheduling and evaluation of training programs
• Creating digital and print-based training materials
• Organizational skills
• Planning and organizing events or programs with attention to detail

• Create instructional materials such as presentations, manuals, guides, eLearning modules and job aids.
• Assist with facilitation of onboarding session and ongoing training
• Monitor and evaluate training programs
• Schedule training and provide effective communication to the trainer and trainees
• Prepare reports and maintain documentation of training sessions
• Travel to various sites as needed to assist in delivering training and engagement activities
• Build strong relationships with staff and leadership
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Provide administrative assistance and support
• Lift up to 30 pounds for event or training set‑up

• Experience working with learning management systems (LMS)
• Experience in training, instructional design or a related field.

$16-17 an hour (Based on experience)

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax-deferred Retirement Savings Plan).

* Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours on average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact the recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: [Not provided].

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at  or notify the hiring authority 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 in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at  Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211

F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.