OPERATIONS MANAGER A - SES - 37021029

Operations Manager A - SES - 37021029

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. 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.

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL. The salary range is $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 annually.

Position Overview and Responsibilities : Manages the release of Fixed Capital Outlay funds needed to execute the terms of negotiated contracts for planning, design and construction implementation. Request in advance that the budget office arrange for the release of funds to be available to implement development projects to meet established schedules. Maintains records needed to identify allocated funds that are encumbered and approved for use. Arrange preparation of Request for Proposals for needed services, establish and oversee selection committees and tabulate results. Manage the negotiations and arrangements for the execution of professional service contracts. Establishes bid dates, prepares bid advertisements, officiates at bid openings and recommends awarding of construction contracts. Chairs preconstruction and construction conferences with architects, engineers, contractors, user agency representatives and others. Prepares contracts, task assignments and change orders and coordinates with the Department's Legal Section as required prior to the execution of contracts. Negotiate terms of contracts pertaining to, but not limited to, scope of work, time requirement and payments of services. Provides for an evaluation of insurance requirements from contractors. Ensures fulfillment of contractual obligations to the state by architects, engineers and construction contractors. Applies for and maintains Federal and State grant applications. The incumbent of this position is considered to have regulatory responsibility and is subject to the provision of Chapter 60M-2, F.A.C. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Knowledge of principles, techniques, material and equipment used in building construction. Architecture / engineering design, construction, production and / or operations. Skill in software programs. Using architecture / engineering tools, equipment and / or instruments. Ability to develop various reports. Plan, organize and coordinate building construction program activities. Design and implement architecture / engineering professional design services contracts. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Minimum Qualifications : Valid Driver's License. Travel.

Position of Special Trust Requirement : 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.

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; Tuition waivers; Total Compensation Estimator Tool; And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Special Notes : DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable 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 : HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov 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 (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.