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Requisition No: 887572
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: OPS Facilities Services Manager Assistan - 77902478
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 77902478
Salary: $22.07/hour
Posting Closing Date: 11/26/2026
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Our organization:
The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.
Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.
- At least four years of professional experience in facilities maintenance, including groundskeeping and janitorial work.
- Graduation from a related apprentice program from a vocational or trade school may substitute for two years of professional experience.
- Preferred experience in construction/project management, construction, pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, insulation, welding, machining, carpentry, repairing electrical or mechanical equipment, installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment, and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.
- Experience in outdoor recreation (archery, fishing, paddle sports, and shooting sports) is highly desirable.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).
- Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
- Occasional travel for meetings and events required (1-25%).
- Will require outdoor work.
- May require work time outside of regularly scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Up to 40 hours per week 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET) Monday-Friday.
- Successful completion of the following FWC-provided trainings within the first 8 months of employment: Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification, trailering, chainsaw operation, and swamp buggy training.
Cleaning and sanitizing residential facilities, restrooms, kitchen, and common areas including the exterior of buildings (e.g., power washing, sweeping, mopping, and trash management).
- Grounds maintenance, such as mowing, weed eating, and brush pickup.
- Equipment maintenance and record-keeping for various vehicles, trailers, and lawn equipment.
- Complete other tasks related to facilities maintenance as assigned by the Conservation Center Director, which may include coordinating and supervising contractors, conducting facility health and safety inspections, transporting recreational equipment for educational programs, and completing annual property inventory.
- Purchase items related to repair or maintenance of items using a state issued purchasing card.
- Perform repairs within your scope of experience or certification, which could include plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and woodworking.
- Assist the education team as assigned with maintenance and repairs of educational program equipment (e.g., washing boats, repairing archery, and fishing equipment).
- Ability to be a team player and work collaboratively with colleagues, various stakeholders, partners, and government agencies.
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repair tasks across multiple trades.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments for self and when working with others.
- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
- Inspect mechanical equipment and vehicles to ensure proper functioning.
- Ability to replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
- Operation of groundskeeping equipment, line trimmers, edgers, blowers, chainsaws, and hedge trimmers.
- Operation of various power tools.
- Ability to pull a trailer behind a state vehicle or willingness to obtain training/skill.
- Ability to work professionally and sensitively with a varied audience and a wide range of contacts at different levels.
- Computer literate in Microsoft Office and other related software.
- Ability to travel, enter and exit a vehicle, and withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions.
- Other job-related duties.
- Responses to qualifying questions should reflect the experience indicated in the work history of the State of Florida Job Application (Profile) and be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment. Please include any relevant certification details in your application.
- Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site (https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/) for each position being applied for.
*Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. .
- Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
- Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
- OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan
- On the Job Trainings
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
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.
Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami
Requisition No: 887572
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: OPS Facilities Services Manager Assistan - 77902478
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 77902478
Salary: $22.07/hour
Posting Closing Date: 11/26/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Our organization:
The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.
Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.
- At least four years of professional experience in facilities maintenance, including groundskeeping and janitorial work.
- Graduation from a related apprentice program from a vocational or trade school may substitute for two years of professional experience.
- Preferred experience in construction/project management, construction, pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, insulation, welding, machining, carpentry, repairing electrical or mechanical equipment, installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment, and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.
- Experience in outdoor recreation (archery, fishing, paddle sports, and shooting sports) is highly desirable.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).
- Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
- Occasional travel for meetings and events required (1-25%).
- Will require outdoor work.
- May require work time outside of regularly scheduled hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Up to 40 hours per week 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET) Monday-Friday.
- Successful completion of the following FWC-provided trainings within the first 8 months of employment: Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification, trailering, chainsaw operation, and swamp buggy training.
Cleaning and sanitizing residential facilities, restrooms, kitchen, and common areas including the exterior of buildings (e.g., power washing, sweeping, mopping, and trash management).
- Grounds maintenance, such as mowing, weed eating, and brush pickup.
- Equipment maintenance and record-keeping for various vehicles, trailers, and lawn equipment.
- Complete other tasks related to facilities maintenance as assigned by the Conservation Center Director, which may include coordinating and supervising contractors, conducting facility health and safety inspections, transporting recreational equipment for educational programs, and completing annual property inventory.
- Purchase items related to repair or maintenance of items using a state issued purchasing card.
- Perform repairs within your scope of experience or certification, which could include plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and woodworking.
- Assist the education team as assigned with maintenance and repairs of educational program equipment (e.g., washing boats, repairing archery, and fishing equipment).
- Ability to be a team player and work collaboratively with colleagues, various stakeholders, partners, and government agencies.
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repair tasks across multiple trades.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments for self and when working with others.
- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
- Inspect mechanical equipment and vehicles to ensure proper functioning.
- Ability to replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
- Operation of groundskeeping equipment, line trimmers, edgers, blowers, chainsaws, and hedge trimmers.
- Operation of various power tools.
- Ability to pull a trailer behind a state vehicle or willingness to obtain training/skill.
- Ability to work professionally and sensitively with a varied audience and a wide range of contacts at different levels.
- Computer literate in Microsoft Office and other related software.
- Ability to travel, enter and exit a vehicle, and withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions.
- Other job-related duties.
- Responses to qualifying questions should reflect the experience indicated in the work history of the State of Florida Job Application (Profile) and be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment. Please include any relevant certification details in your application.
- Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site (https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/) for each position being applied for.
*Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. .
- Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
- Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
- OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan
- On the Job Trainings
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
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.
Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in head human resources and admin jobs.
- 7 or more years of progressive HR experience including at least 2 years in a leadership role
- Demonstrated experience managing benefits administration, payroll oversight, and HRIS platforms
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent senior HR certification strongly preferred
- Proven ability to develop and implement HR policies aligned with federal and state employment law
- Experience supporting workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives
- Strong administrative operations background including facilities, vendor management, and office administration oversight
Tips for Your Head Human Resources and Admin Job Search
Quantify workforce impact on your resume
Head HR and admin roles require proof of scale. Replace vague claims with numbers: headcount managed, turnover rates reduced, time-to-fill improved, or compliance programs implemented. Hiring panels at this level screen out resumes that read like job descriptions rather than outcome summaries.
Align certifications to the target employer
An SHRM-SCP carries weight at large enterprises, while PHR signals operational depth for mid-market firms. Check the posting carefully before leading with one over the other. Some healthcare and government employers also weight CLRP or labor relations credentials heavily.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists head human resources and admin openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by organizational growth stage
A head HR and admin role at a 200-person company scaling to 500 demands different skills than the same title at a stable 5,000-person organization. Filter your search by company size or funding stage so your resume's emphasis on building versus optimizing matches what the employer actually needs.
Prepare a people-strategy narrative for interviews
Interviewers for senior HR roles ask how you've shaped culture, reduced legal exposure, or partnered with the C-suite on workforce planning. Have two or three specific, structured stories ready that show strategic influence, not just operational execution. Generic HR process answers rarely advance candidates past the first round.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base salary
Head HR and admin candidates are often in the room when other employees negotiate, which creates unique leverage. Push for clarity on equity vesting schedules, PTO carryover, professional development budgets, and remote flexibility, all of which vary more than base pay at this level.
Head Human Resources and Admin Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most head human resources and admins?
The most active employers for head human resources and admins right now are Amazon, State of Florida, and FedEx, and the most openings are in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, regional banks, and mid-market professional services firms tend to post these roles most consistently.
How many head human resources and admin jobs are remote?
About 46% of head human resources and admin openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. HR business partner and HR operations functions tend to have the most remote flexibility, while roles that include direct facilities or office administration oversight are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a head human resources and admin?
Most people reach this role by progressing through HR generalist, HR manager, and HR director positions over the course of a career. Earning a senior HR certification like the SHRM-SCP or SPHR strengthens your candidacy. Building cross-functional experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits, and compliance, alongside demonstrated leadership of an HR team, is typically what separates strong candidates from the rest.
Can you get a head human resources and admin job without direct leadership experience?
Candidates without direct HR leadership experience can still compete by emphasizing breadth of HR functional knowledge, project ownership, and evidence of influencing decisions above their title. Some employers, especially growing companies building out their HR function for the first time, will hire a strong HR manager into a head-level role if the candidate can show they have operated at a strategic level and managed complex employee situations independently.
What does the head human resources and admin interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a panel interview with the CEO, COO, or CFO and department heads who are direct stakeholders. Many employers add a case study or presentation round where you are asked to walk through how you would address a workforce challenge or build an HR roadmap. Reference checks are common and are often conducted with former direct reports in addition to supervisors.
Where can I find and apply to head human resources and admin jobs?
You can find and apply to head human resources and admin jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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