What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Analyst II position at Florida Commerce?
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Government Analyst II to join our dynamic team.
Responsibilities
- Promote positive working relationships and facilitate ongoing communication and cooperation between the Department and local governments and the community development team.
- Serve as a liaison between the Department and local governments and partnerships to ensure efficient and seamless coordination and response to the needs of the communities.
- Monitor federal and state regulations, as well as changes or revisions.
- Research new and existing policies to ensure that the State is current with federal and state guidelines.
- Monitor and plan the impact to Florida of Federal and State rules and regulations relating to broadband capabilities, electronic health initiatives, digital literacy and e-government participation by citizens.
- Review and analyze state and federal funding opportunities and programs to ensure effective and efficient delivery of programmatic funding.
- Oversee the Local Technology Planning Team Initiative
- Communicate regularly with Local Technology Planning Team members and prospective members, including local governments, business leaders, non-profits, internet service providers, and others.
- Keep active records of Local Technology Planning Team membership, leadership, meeting occurrence and attendance, and financial status.
- Is confident answering questions regarding the Office and its programs to Local Technology Planning Team members.
- Travels throughout the state to attend Local Technology Planning Team meetings in-person as requested.
- Research and respond to funding opportunities that promote and expand broadband in Florida.
- Assist with the writing of updates for the Strategic Plan for Broadband.
- Work independently to plan, organize, and coordinate tasks.
- Prepare summaries and analyses of proposed federal and state legislation and draft amendment language.
- Monitor legislation in other states and broadband offices.
- Develop and update program rules as required by statute and as appropriate.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
In-depth knowledge of broadband infrastructure and deployment in Florida.
- Knowledge of grant programs and funding opportunities.
- Ability to coordinate with federal, state, and local entities.
- Knowledge of the Legislative process, inner workings of state government, and ability to represent the department and board in public meetings.
- Knowledge of the state’s key economic drivers.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to produce professional level written work products.
- Proficiency in utilization of computer using Word®, Excel®, PowerPoint®.
- Ability to perform computer-based research activities.
- Ability to work independently to plan, organize, and coordinate tasks.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to manage priorities and meet established deadlines.
- Ability to travel and represent the Department; Ability to travel overnight as needed.
- Ability to provide effective presentations to elected officials and staff.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,859.88 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- 1. Describe your knowledge of/experience researching and interpreting regulations.
- 1. Do you have any legislative experience?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $52,860