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Requisition No: 882867 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR - 37010871

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37010871 

Salary:  $6,920.00 monthly 

Posting Closing Date: 09/15/2026 

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Program Administrator

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a Program Administrator position in the Watershed Services Program (WSP) of DEP's Division of Environmental Assessment and Restoration (DEAR). Through this position, WSP provides geospatial and water quality data management, support and analyses to DEAR, DEP and the public through two sections: the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) section and the Watershed Information Network (WIN) section. WSP also manages or assists with geospatial and water quality data management or development initiatives for DEAR and DEP. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Through the GIS Section, managing DEAR GIS data layers, the Florida Hydrography Dataset and Land Use Land Cover data.
• Through the WIN Section, implementing Florida statutory requirements, DEP rule requirements, and U.S. EPA funding requirements for management of environmental non-regulatory data for the state through the WIN and Florida STORET data repositories.
• Serving as DEAR's Information Technology Liaison and working collaboratively with DEP's Office of Technology and Information Systems staff to plan, direct, and coordinate the implementation and support of DEAR technology initiatives.
• Ensuring that DEAR data repositories and GIS systems operate effectively to support DEAR's and DEP's programs and priorities and public access to environmental data while also ensuring that information technology-related requirements of DEP are met.
• Overseeing or assisting with the all aspects of data management and GIS contracts for DEAR and DEP-assigned projects, which entails knowledge and application of contracting and project management requirements and practices.
• Program budget management.
• Directly supervising two Environmental Administrator staff and indirectly supervising eleven additional technical staff members.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences
• Knowledge of management and IT principles and techniques
• Knowledge of databases and geographic information systems
• Ability to evaluate and interpret scientific or technical data
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
• Ability to prepare technical reports
• Ability to effectively manage an environmental program and supervise staff
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments
• Ability to provide strategic direction and oversight for information technology initiatives and environmental data management systems
• Ability to coordinate programs, projects, and initiatives involving technical, scientific, and information technology resources
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans, establish priorities, set milestones, and evaluate progress toward program goals
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs
• Ability to formulate policies and procedures
• Knowledge of budget processes and procedures
• Ability to assess budgetary needs and solve budgetary problems
• Knowledge of and experience in managing contracts, grants, or projects

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License.
• Occasional overnight travel.
• At least ten years of verifiable related experience in engineering, engineering sciences, chemistry, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, environmental policy, statistics, computer science, or management information systems of which at least two years of the total ten years must be experience as a supervisor, coordinator, project manager, program manager, team lead, team trainer, or have completed related managerial/leadership training. Post-secondary degrees in engineering, engineering sciences, chemistry, environmental science, natural sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, environmental policy, statistics, computer science, or management information systems from an accredited college or university may substitute for eight of the total ten years of required experience on a year-for-year basis. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a credential evaluation from an approved agency.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current certification as a Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) or ability to become certified within a year of hire date
• Currently certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
• Experience with management of environmental data repositories
• Experience with management of GIS data
• Experience with development of management of dashboards

Pay: 

$6920.00/month

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. 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:

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. 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.

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);
• 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.

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.