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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I (Training Specialist) –(37979287)
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and well-organized individual with strong training program and professional development skills for the Division of Recreation and Parks.
Florida State Parks span the entire state with 175 state parks and trails, the only state park system in the United States to be recognized four times with the gold medal award. This position’s focus includes statewide training and meeting development and facilitation.
The Difference You Will Make:
The Division of Recreation and Parks is responsible for the promotion of the state park system for the use, enjoyment, and benefit of the people of Florida and its visitors and to contribute to the tourist appeal of Florida.
How You Will Grow:
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.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
- This position assists with:
- Training and meeting facilitation, including Florida Park Service Orientation, Ranger Academy, FPS Leadership Academy, Park Managers Meeting, Assistant Park Managers Meeting, Resource Managers Meeting, Interpretive Chairpersons Meeting, Concessions Meeting, CSO Meeting, Administrative Assistants Meeting and Certified Interpretive Guide Training.
- Inventory management and maintenance of training technology equipment and other supplies.
- Training and meeting planning and logistics.
- Using the Learning Management System (LMS) for statewide training tracking and management.
- Designing, developing and delivering training and professional development programs.
- Evaluating training effectiveness and recommending improvements as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication
- Principles, methods and techniques of successful training and professional development programs
- Use of current media and technology in training programs
Skilled in:
- Effective public speaking
- Development and management of division-wide initiatives
Ability to:
- Utilize problem solving techniques and apply critical thinking skills
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce.
For questions concerning this position, please contact:
Mara Dombrowski, Interpretive Services Assistant Program Manager
