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State of Florida · 2 weeks ago

DEP - PROGRAM CONSULTANT - 37000006

Tallahassee, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$62K/yr - $62K/yr

4+ years exp

The State of Florida's Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Program Consultant to participate in various project management and policy functions. The role involves managing content for the Protecting Florida Together website, developing educational materials, and overseeing grant agreements related to water quality.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Managing content on the Protecting Florida Together website and proposing and implementing enhancements. Coordinating with program areas, communications, marketing, and IT for implementation

Working with internal and external stakeholders to develop educational content and public outreach materials related to water quality and harmful algal blooms

Coordinating interactions between internal staff at the Department and external agency staff or other stakeholders as needed

Providing project management and support for the development and implementation of tools that (1) support water quality priorities and (2) communicate state actions addressing water quality priorities

Developing and managing technically diverse grant agreements focused on water quality and ensuring compliance with quality assurance requirements as defined in Chapter 62-160, Florida Administrative Code

Managing contracts and purchase orders including but not limited to those related to: public relations, advertising, marketing, multimedia, and data and analytics services

Working as directed on special projects and other duties as assigned to support OEAT initiatives

Providing oversight on sensitive and critical projects formulating any policies that may be required

Developing and implementing ideas and policies that streamline and/or improve processes

Analyzing scientific data and research to support the resolution of state waterway initiatives and other directives of the Director and Chief Science Officer

Analyzing, managing, and reviewing policies pertaining to the state’s water and natural resources

Supporting Blue-Green Algae Task Force meetings and other OEAT initiatives as needed

Performing other duties and special assignments as requested

Qualification

Data analysisEnvironmental scienceProject managementContract managementWeb developmentStakeholder coordinationCommunication skillsTeam leadershipCritical thinking

Required

Ability to maintain a valid driver's license

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to explain technical processes and terms in clear and plain language

Ability to translate technical processes and terms into business deliverables

Ability to lead a team, discussion, or meeting

Ability to coordinate with multiple teams on complex projects

Ability to work well with others and complete projects in a timely manner

Ability to process and analyze data

Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Knowledge of project management concepts, principles, and processes

Knowledge of contract management requirements

Knowledge of basic web development process

Knowledge of task scheduling and management

Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences

Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures

Knowledge of state and federal rules, regulations, legislation, policies and procedures related to water quality

At least four years of verifiable related experience in environmental science or data science. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in data science, environmental science, engineering or one of the natural sciences may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees

Valid Driver's License

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position