GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULT II - 37020672

Government Operations Consult II - 37020672

This position will conduct studies and evaluations of systems and procedures to assist State Lands in operating more efficiently and effectively. Assists in the planning and management activities involving state-owned upland properties through disposition of surplus land. Prepares agenda items for presentation to the Board of Trustees for its consideration of various uses of state lands. Coordinates the preparation, legal approval, and completion of legal documents. Consults with various personnel from state, local and regional entities, private individuals, and organizations to evaluate requests for the disposition / exchange of state lands. Evaluates and prepares appropriate responses regarding the disposition / exchange of state-owned lands and prepares appropriate instruments for execution. Reviews documents to ensure compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements and court orders. Prepares acquisition projects for acquisition related activities including requests in accordance with established policies for ordering and reviewing title information, boundary maps, and appraisals. Organizes and maintains land acquisition project files in accordance with policy. Establishes contact with landowners to seek permission to appraise property, and coordinates with managing agencies and Department staff with regards to land acquisition and management issues. Participates in site visits as part of project evaluation. Prepares negotiation strategies and commences negotiations on acquisitions and dispositions leading to a donation, purchase, sale, or exchange. Coordinates, prepares, reviews, and composes contracts, deeds, correspondence, legal notices and other disposition / acquisition related instruments with staff, other agencies, legal counsel, managing agencies, other program areas within the Department, non-profit organizations, water management districts, local governments, and federal agencies, including their execution. Coordinates non-conservation acquisitions with other state agencies and universities. Prepares agenda items and compiles the necessary backup information such as maps, title history, site specifications relating to the disposition or acquisition of state land for presentation to the Acquisition and Restoration Council (ARC) and to the Board of Trustees as required. Participates in the evaluation of potential revenue generating state lands parcels prior to disposition / sale. Assess potential privatization of state surplus lands sales and assists with development of associated processes / procedures. Assists with development of marketing concepts, conducts marketing analyses and develops brochures and contracts for marketing state surplus land parcels. Participates in the evaluation of projects for various land acquisition priority lists with project design staff and provides assistance in the development of the annual work plan for each assigned project. Coordinates, consults, and communicates with other governmental agencies and the general public, regarding real estate activities including management, use and disposition of state-owned lands and all land acquisition procedures and activities. Ensures compliance with all statutes, rules, current policies, and acquisition procedures in regard to all land acquisition activities. Assists in policy making via detailed issue analysis, preparation of reports, and drafting rules for higher level review and consideration. Participates in the maintenance of a database and tracking system to generate data for reporting the status of the Disposition and Acquisition Programs. Assist with development and implementation of records management programs and assure compliance with program. Input acquisition data into land acquisition tracking system. Maintains statistical and financial records for the generation of reports regarding the status of land acquisition projects. Prepares and tracks the tenant broker contracts for disposition files. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include knowledge of the principles of land management and real estate; the principles and techniques of effective communication; statutory requirements and administrative rules relating to land use and management. Ability to negotiate and reach a settlement for state land sales and leasing; collect, evaluate and analyze data relating to the sales and leasing of state lands; understand and apply applicable rules, regulation, policies and procedures relating to the sales and leasing of state lands; work independently; utilize problem-solving techniques; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; demonstrate teamwork; use a personal computer.

Minimum qualifications include a valid driver's license. Pay is $45,060.11 to $48,000 based on education and experience.

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.

Tallahassee - Tallahassee, Florida's Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines 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. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

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.

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 and 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.

Veterans' Preference. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.