OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT CONSULT MGR-SES - 37021105 Date: Aug 9, 2024 Location: FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33902 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 833868 Agency: Environmental ProtectionWorking Title: OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT CONSULT MGR-SES - 37021105Pay Plan: SESPosition Number: 37021105 Salary: $4,978.34 Mo. / $59,740.08 Yr. Posting Closing Date: 08/19/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT MANAGER - SES State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection 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 create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem. The Work You Will Do: This is highly responsible, independent work assisting with the functions of the Business Planning (PABP) in various aspects of District Administration. The incumbent must be able to perform with an appropriate minimal amount of oversight from its supervisor, and must be skilled in multi-tasking, time management, decision making, and prioritizing work product based on customer need, and Department/District mission and goals. The Difference You Will Make: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection protects, conserves and manages the state’s natural resources and enforces its environmental laws. Each position works together as a whole to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. 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. Where You Will Work: South District - The South District Office is located in Fort Myers. Fort Myers is popular for its great beaches that line the Gulf Coast, shopping and fishing. Attractions include the historic Henry Ford and Thomas Edison estates, downtown Fort Myers, with its many restaurants and nightlife, as well as nearby Naples and the islands of Captiva and Sanibel. It is a sports enthusiast haven as the Spring Training home of the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins. The South District covers 8 counties (Lee, Collier, Charlotte, DeSoto, Sarasota, Hendry, Glades and Highlands). The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: 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 Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
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Pay:
$4,978.34 Mo. / $59,740.08 Yr.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Incumbent supervises a portion of the District’s Business Planning Team and advises them on matters of policy and administration. Reviews administrative information and recommends sources of action. Reviews the items received from program Business Planning Team members and advises them on matters of policy and administration. Incumbent is responsible for effectively communicating, and motivating subordinates; for the professional development of its Business Planning team members, for developing a succession plan to address future retirements; and is responsible for time and attendance of subordinates. Work involves setting benchmarks for Business Planning team and ensuring that they are crossed trained (documents/databases, etc.) to provide seamless service to the various district regulatory programs.
Staff Development
Develops staff technical expertise in assigned program areas.
Identify, develop, and mentor staff for leadership positions.
Responsible for motivating and building a team.
Maintains up to date performance appraisals and position description for all direct reports and assists the PABP with confidential matters. Assists in overseeing daily administrative activities and/or directing special projects or activities.
Assigns administrative duties which address expense tracking, cash receiving, property and building maintenance, personnel, and outreach.
Work involves assignments, which are broad as to objective, complex in nature and require independently making decisions and obtaining solutions by operating within well-established policies, laws, rules, and guidelines. This includes administrative matters for the PABP concerning all operations of above section, including budget, personnel actions, and organization and planning. The position requires a high degree of initiative and responsibility.
Uses initiative and independent, sound judgment in researching, collecting and tabulating information needed by the PABP to develop staffing, budget, capital expenditures, professional development and workspace requirements for staff. Assists in summarizing the results and making recommendations. Uses sound judgment in responding to public inquiries.
Leadership
Be positive and supportive toward upper management, be a team player and lead by example.
Skill in managing conflicts and negotiating mutually acceptable outcomes.
Maintains effective internal communication with superiors and subordinates in keeping with the Agency’s standards and expectations for communication effectiveness.
Ensure that subordinates keep with the agency’s mission, standards, values, and expectations for fairness, cooperation, respect, commitment, excellence, honesty, and teamwork.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of and the ability to apply management principles and techniques.
Ability to manage large volumes of workloads and processes in a timely manner while maintaining output quality.
Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques to address and deal with issues that may arise.
Skilled in problem solving, managing conflict, and negotiating mutually acceptable outcomes across multiple programs.
Ability to coach and mentor staff to develop skills, improve staff performance, and promote career development.
Ability to manage multi-disciplined teams.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Skilled in evaluating data and reporting program metrics to assess and meet objectives and goals.
Ability to maintain a positive work environment where all staff are engaged and motivated.
Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.
Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and respectful manner.
Ability to prepare reports and presentations.
Ability to use personal computers including the functional use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) and the ability to learn DEP proprietary software.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to apply critical thinking when making decisions.
Ability to track and coordinate multiple projects.
Ability to be adaptable, flexible, resourceful and to maintain a positive outlook.
Required or Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a natural or physical science or Business Administration from an accredited college or university; or any combination of post-secondary education and/or verifiable related experience for a total of four years.
The ability to successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history background check.
Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:
Valid Driver License
Travel is required, including overnight.
Working hours: (A) Daily from Monday to Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) FLEX Schedule.
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.
To learn more about the DEP South District office, please access the following link: https://floridadep.gov/south
Contact Information:
Amanda Ades
South District DEP
2295 Victoria Avenue, Suite 364
Fort Myers, FL 33902
(239) 344-5652
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. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made 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.Nearest Major Market:Fort MyersNearest Secondary Market:Cape Coral