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DEPUTY DIRECTOR - 72003355

Date: Jan 20, 2026

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Requisition No: 868527

Agency: Management Services

Working Title: DEPUTY DIRECTOR - 72003355

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 72003355

Salary: $116,247.82

Posting Closing Date: 01/23/2026

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Deputy Director

Division of Telecommunications

State of Florida Department of Management Services

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

The Work You Will Do:

The Deputy Director reports directly to the Director of Telecommunications. The Deputy Director provides guidance and support to the Division of Telecommunications’ (DivTel) leadership team, Department of Management Services (DMS) executive leadership, and across the enterprise. The position’s primary responsibilities include oversight of all communications technologies on the SUNCOM statewide backbone; oversight of the state’s emergency telecommunications support to law enforcement and emergency responders, management of the Statewide Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) and its associated contract, and oversight of the state’s Enhanced-911 services and associated systems. The Bureau of Public Safety and Bureau of Engineering report directly to this position.

The Difference You Will Make:

The DivTel team provides telecommunications services through a technology program known as SUNCOM which includes voice, data, wiring and cabling, and conferencing services. SUNCOM provides these cost-effective services to state and local governments, educational institutions, libraries, and non-profit organizations by achieving economies of scale with enterprise planning and procurement. The division also leads Emergency Support Functions, E-rate, and houses the Public Safety Bureau whose mission is to provide the highest quality Enhanced 911 and radio communications services to the Public Safety Sector in the State of Florida.

How You Will Grow:

DMS encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiency. Our Four Pillars are expectations for all of our employees, and you’ll be expected to model these as a leader. 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.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Assists the Director with managing the daily operational activities of DivTel. In your role as the Deputy Director, you will assist the Director of Telecommunications with the management of daily operational activities of DivTel and ensure the Director is briefed and knowledgeable on current issues and projects for the Bureaus of Public Safety and Engineering.

Additional responsibilities include:

Serving as the Director’s liaison and representative with other state agencies, vendors, and customers to resolve problems and/or assist them in getting the services or equipment they need. Also serves as the Director’s representative on committees and task forces. This includes traveling with, or on behalf of, the Director.

Key participant in the development of strategic models and planning activities for statewide telecommunications services. The Deputy Director will also assist with the development and implementation of enterprise procurements, legislation, rules, policies, processes, and standards.

Develop and maintain partnerships with public and private entities to maximize the use of resources and implement the best, most suitable telecommunications technology for the State of Florida.

Maintain knowledge, skills, and best practices of procurement and contracting legal developments as they relate to the goals and objectives of the division.

Responsible for the supervision of staff including performance management, planning and directing work, managing schedules including leave requests, fostering a healthy and positive work environment, and working with the Office of Human Resources during hiring and disciplinary actions.

Perform special projects and tasks for the Director, which are often of a sensitive nature. You will also perform other duties and activities as requested by the Director and/or DMS Leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The Deputy Director should possess the following:

• Knowledge and experience in business case development for budget requests.

• Knowledge of and experience with Florida’s public procurement rules and regulations.

• Understanding of cost recovery/cost allocation.

• Excellent verbal communication skills.

• Extremely proficient and prolific writing skills.

• Excellent problem solving and trouble shooting skills.

• Ability to make sound decisions rapidly.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multimillion-dollar budget with numerous funding sources

• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

• Ability to positively and successfully interact with customer agency leadership and program area managers to continuously improve customer service.

• Ability to sit, stand for extended periods of time.

• Ability to drive and/or fly long distances.

• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 30lbs.

• Successful management of numerous large-scale projects or programs

• Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

• Completion of a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in business, finance, public administration, or related field.

• Progressively responsible experience in finance, business management, public administration, or budget administration.

• Five years of professional personnel supervision and management experience.

• Project management and/or large contract management experience.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of the legislative process.

• Professional experience with Florida’s budgetary process.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Management Information Systems (or related field) with additional five years management experience.

• Five years of experience with telecommunications products and service management.

• A background in public safety, law enforcement, emergency management, or law.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

State of Florida employees 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. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

For a more complete list of benefits, visithttps://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

Pay:

$116,247.82

Our Organization and Mission:

Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Interim Secretary Tom Berger and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency with a broad portfolio that includes the efficient use and management of real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs used throughout Florida’s state government. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, “We serve those who serve Florida.”

Special Notes:

DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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 provided email addresses:

[email protected]

[email protected]

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 DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 488-2707. DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

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.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399

Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee