Job Description

Requisition No: 869453

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: BUDGET COORDINATOR (PROG ADMIN) - 37001761

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37001761

Salary: $65,000 to $78,000 based on education and experience.

Posting Closing Date: 02/16/2026

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Program Administrator

(Budget Coordinator)

Position #37001761

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Division of State Lands

Director’s Office

This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida

and Responsibilities:

This position oversees and supervises the Division of State Lands' financial management needs and budget staff.

• Assists the Director and Deputy Director in the formulation, implementation and administration of division policy. Identifies and resolves problems and acts as a liaison with internal management. Consults with the Director, Budget Manager, Deputy Director, Bureau Chiefs and unit supervisors regarding planning, budgeting, policy, and grant development activities undertaken to improve management capabilities and operational efficiency. Will effectively motivate, train and evaluate on direct work performance, and is responsible for time and attendance of subordinates.
• Effectively and efficiently manages and supervises the administrative functions, revenue and collection activities. Consults with the Bureau of Finance and Accounting and upper management regarding issues and/or concerns involving the revenue section. Consults with DEP legal counsel when legal action is required for collection. Advises upper management on collection status, and revenue projections as needed. Identifies issues and resolves problems regarding the revenue and collection activities.
• Through consultation with the Director, Budget Manager and Deputy Director administers the preparation, submission and tracking of the Division’s Legislative Budget Requests. Assists with the development of legislative initiatives and rule promulgation. Reviews and evaluates proposed legislation and develops pertinent analyses.
• Provides consultation on matters pertaining to program planning and evaluation, budgeting, personnel data, analysis, and data development.
• Participates in conferences, workshops, and similar activities relevant to the assigned functional areas of responsibility.
• Directs and administers the Division’s budget in compliance with the General Appropriations Act and related Bills, including monitoring of trust funds and spending patterns. Prepares required Budget Amendments, Releases, and serves as the Division’s liaison with the Budget Manager and the Department’s Budget Office.
• Prepares or coordinates the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual budget reports.
• Administers and oversees required reviews of the Division, Bureaus, and Offices fiscal matters.
• Serves on the Division Management Team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of: Basic management principles and practices. Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis.

Ability to: Manage a consultative program designed to ensure the resolution of managerial and operational problems; to determine work priorities, assign work, supervise others and ensure proper completion of work assignments; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; formulate policies and procedures; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities; organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other materials; collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices; conduct fact-finding research; work independently; and solve problems and make decisions.

Other Requirements:

• 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.
• Vendor Invoice responsibilities, in accordance with Chapter 215.422, F.S.

Pay:

$65,000 to $78,000 based on education and experience.

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 - 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.

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.

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.