GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40045031

Date: May 29, 2024

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399

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Requisition No: 830165

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40045031

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40045031

Salary: $48,140.46 - $50,547.60 annually

Posting Closing Date: 06/07/2024

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Anticipated Vacancy

Our Organization and Mission:

FloridaCommerce works across the state to support Florida's economy, robust and talented workforce, and our local communities. We are dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities, and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters.

In collaboration with our partners, we salute our nation's veterans and are honored to have the opportunity to support them and their family members by encouraging them to apply at FloridaCommerce for positions that fit their skill sets.

FloridaCommerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. (TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771 or the Florida Relay Service - 711.)

Let our mission become yours. To find out more about us, click on the link: http://www.floridajobs.org/

The Work You Will Do:

This position works with the Office of Long-Term Resiliency (OLTR) Rebuild Florida. Performs regular monitoring/audits of disaster recovery programs, procedures, policies, and documents to identify possible weaknesses or risk. The incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgment in identification and development of resources, tools, and process improvements. The position coordinates work assignments for OPS employees, advocating for program activities; serving as a participant for team assignments, process improvements, and special projects.

The Difference You Will Make:

FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and commitment to serving the citizens of Florida is a vital to the Agency's mission and vision.

How You Will Grow:

FloridaCommerce encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with the Office of Training and Development within the Bureau of Human Resource Management. In accordance with our Vision and Mission, the employee:

Furthers Florida's economic vision by providing support that enhances the economy and develops, safe, and healthy communities.

Meets customer/client expectations with an emphasis on responsiveness, quality, quantity, and timeliness of work.

Provides information clearly, accurately, and succinctly; and exhibits good listening skills.

Works collaboratively to optimize the effectiveness of FloridaCommerce's available resources and tools.

Uses knowledge acquired through education, training, or experience to complete tasks.

These expectations are for all our employees, and you will 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.

Where You Will Work:

Tallahassee is Florida's Capital City and continues to grow by attracting development and new businesses. T allahassee is a mid- sized city in the heart of Florida's Big Bend. FloridaCommerce's main office is in Downtown Tallahassee, the political epicenter that draws in visitors each year to visit the state's Capitol. Each spring, the legislative session opens, and people pour in to see the Florida Legislature perform business and approve the state's annual budget. Being in Tallahassee will guarantee you a unique experience, professional growth, entertainment, and culture. Tallahassee is:

Known for its beautiful parks, rolling hills and oak trees, canopied roads, hotels, dining, museums, arts, music, and natural resources ( https://talgov.com/ )

Home to major college campuses, Florida State University (FSU), Florida A & M University (FAMU) and Tallahassee Community College (TCC).

Approximately 22 miles from the nearest beach ( https://choosetallahassee.com/beaches-near-tallahassee/ )

Within a state having no state income tax for residents of Florida

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

State Group Insurance coverage options

(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)

* Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( www.myfrs.com )

* Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year

* Annual and Sick Leave Benefits

* Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)

* Flexible Spending Accounts

* Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)

* Ongoing comprehensive training provided

* Career Growth

* Highly skilled, professional environment

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

* We care about the success of our employees.

* We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer's experiences, and ourselves.

* A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate, and professional employees.

Pay: $48,140.46 - $50,547.60 annually

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position is an advocate for Compliance unit activities; serves as a participant for team assignments, process improvements, and special projects; fosters teamwork; and participates in the identification of program and process improvements.

Assist in the development of unit goals and objectives, identifying resources, interpreting statutes and rules, and providing technical and administrative assistance. Participate, as needed, in the development and revision of compliance-related policies and procedures.

Perform regular monitoring of disaster recovery and mitigation programs, procedures, policies, and documents to identify possible weaknesses or risks.

Review contract and subrecipient agreement deliverables to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.

Provides consultative services and technical assistance to Office of Long-Term Resiliency (OLTR) staff on issues related to compliance and monitoring.

Conduct desktop and onsite monitoring on activities and expenditures of assigned projects to ensure compliance with state guidelines and contract requirements.

Maintain good working relationships and keep in close coordination with partnering agencies.

Prepare reports and analyses and make recommendations to team to determine program action.

Review external best practices to ensure a high level of program execution and make recommendations to management if changes are needed.

Assist team on special projects as needed.

Provide technical assistance to all OLTR program areas and OLTR Contract Analyst staff members.

Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Team lead worker:

A ssist the Compliance Manager and act as lead for unit staff in all aspects of the unit's overall objectives.

Act as proxy for the Compliance Manager when necessary.

Archive and maintain historical monitoring data from reports.

Oversight of coordination with Constituent Services Manager regarding complaints received.

Day to day work with monitoring consultants.

Review the OLTR website for compliance with federal regulations.

Ability to demonstrate flexibility and accountability.

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationship.

Ability to maintain relationships with partnering agencies.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong critical thinking skills.

Ability to learn and apply policy to specific circumstances.

Provide administrative and clerical support on project-related activities.

Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).

Ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to conduct research and provide reports and analyses as required.

Some overnight travel is required.

Qualifications:

As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state, and national law enforcement records.

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.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee