DEP - PROGRAM CONSULTANT - 37000006
Position Overview and Responsibilities: The Program Consultant will participate in the implementation, dissemination, and handling of various project management and policy functions and information in the Office of Environmental Accountability and Transparency (OEAT). The incumbent has the responsibility of handling various assignments, and representing the Office, as necessary, in both internal and external meetings. Critical thinking and highly effective communication skills are a must for this position.
Duties of the position include:
- 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.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- 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
Minimum Qualifications:
- 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.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the platforms Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Drupal, Clear Point, Google Analytics, Qlik, ESRI ArcGIS for desktop and ArcGIS Online.
- Florida Certified Contract Manager.
- Project Management Professional certification.
Our Organization and Mission: 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.
Where You Will Work: Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine 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.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: 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 other supplemental insurance options; retirement plan options, including employer contributions; tuition waivers; and more.
