Requisition No: 873164
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: OPS GOVT OPERS CONSULT I (C&A TECH) - 37979272
Pay Plan: Student/Gradte Assnt
Position Number: 37979272
Salary: Hourly rate for this position is $19.39.
Posting Closing Date: 04/16/2026
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OPS GOC I Collections & Archives Technician 37979272
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
This position is located Tallahassee, FL
and Responsibilities:
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a well-organized, detail-oriented individual to join the cultural resources team within the Division of Recreation and Parks. This position will focus on the digitization, organization, and archiving of historic documents and objects.
As part of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Florida Park Service manages 175 state parks and trails statewide, with a mission to: "provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting, and restoring natural and cultural resources." This position supports the Florida Park Service’s central collection of historic documents and objects.
The OPS Government Operations Consultant I (Collections & Archives Technician) position is located within the Bureau of Natural and Cultural Resources (BNCR) in Tallahassee, Florida. This is a part-time OPS position (up to 29 hours a week. Workdays and hours are flexible, but work must be accomplished between Monday and Friday during regular work hours).
Duties include:
• Assisting with the digitization of an extensive collection of historic objects, photographs, blueprints, and architectural drawings.
• Creating digital files using a large-format feeder scanner.
• Entering image and data files into the collections management software (PastPerfect).
• Rehousing objects and documents using archival-quality materials.
• Updating finding aids and catalog plans housed in flat file cabinets.
• Conducting general inventory and organization of the central collections.
• Maintaining a clean and orderly work area, including light cleaning as needed.
The position may involve extended periods of standing, sitting, or squatting; lifting and moving bulky materials; and working in a climate-controlled environment maintained at 67–69 degrees Fahrenheit.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
• Museum collections management and archive operations
• PastPerfect collections management software
• Digital photography
Skills in:
• Windows Office Suite especially Office 365 applications (primarily, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook), Adobe acrobat, Internet and online databases
Ability to:
• Safely handle fragile or sensitive historical materials
• Lift and move objects up to 30 pounds with or without accommodation
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Work well independently or as part of a team
Minimum Qualifications:
• Valid Driver’s License
• High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
• Two years of college coursework in Museum Studies, History, Library Science, Archival Studies, Anthropology, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience working with museum collections, archives, or historical documents (academic, volunteer, or professional experience acceptable).
• Experience with digitization processes and managing digital files.
• Familiarity with collections management systems, preferably PastPerfect 5.0
Pay:
Hourly rate for this position is $19.39.
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:
Division of Recreation and Parks
Bureau of Natural and Cultural Resources
3800 Commonwealth Boulevard
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 benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes:
• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com
*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.
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
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.
Join Florida’s talented workforce to fulfill your professional goals and achieve a meaningful career. Our talented public servants work hard to serve more than 19 million residents across Florida, and you, too, can realize success in the Sunshine State.
Working in Florida’s state government means being responsive to the issues impacting the taxpayers of our state. Florida’s state government boasts both fast-paced work environments in which critical thinking and creative problem-solving are a must as well as steady employment opportunities that prize consistent service to our state’s residents. In some positions, state employment means being able to influence policy decisions and help implement change. In others, state employment means being the reliable resource that our taxpayers have come to expect from Florida’s public servants. All positions offer the ability to gain valuable experience quickly, improving your overall skillset. The State of Florida is seeking individuals with leadership skills, creativity and dedication to their fellow Floridians and individuals who recognize the professional development opportunities and achievements possible through state service.
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