GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000037

Requisition No: 846157 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000037

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40000037 

Salary:  $49,584.67 to $52,859.85 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 02/07/2025 

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THIS IS AND ANTICIPATED VACANCY JOB POSTING

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Represent the Department and the Office of Broadband at meetings, councils, conferences, and other events as needed.
• Monitor federal and state regulations, as well as changes or revisions to policies.
• Assists with drafting and surveying for the Strategic Plan for Broadband.
• Prepare summaries and analyses of proposed federal and state legislation and draft amendment language.
• Monitor, analyze, 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.
• Hosts webinars and meeting, both virtual and in-person, relating to initiatives for the Office of Broadband statutory initiatives. 
• Collaborate with Communications Liaison on external content.
• Analyze emerging technologies on national and industry initiatives and trends in broadband; prepare recommendations and position papers; conduct research and analysis to identify best practices toward broadband adoption and improvements.
• Research and analyze new and existing technologies to ensure that all areas of the State have access to optimum service.
• Through dedicated website and social media channels explore all opportunities to engage service providers and existing and potential subscribers on the benefits of broadband.
• Responds to communities regarding funding opportunities that promote and expand broadband in Florida.
• Review legislation in other states and broadband offices.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of broadband infrastructure and deployment in Florida.
• Knowledge of state procurement and contracts.
• 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.
• Oral and written communication skills; ability to produce professional level written work products.
• Knowledge of the concepts, practices, and procedures for strategic and business planning from designing methodology, developing plans using collaborative processes, through managing plan implementation and updates.
• Proficiency in utilization of computer using Word®, Excel®, PowerPoint®.
• Ability to perform computer-based research activities.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet established deadlines.

Pay: $49,584.67 to $52,859.85 Annually

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:

The purpose of the Office of Broadband is to assist communities throughout Florida with expanding broadband internet access.  The Government Operations Consultant III will represent the Department and the Office of Broadband at meetings, councils, conferences, and other events as needed. 

The Difference You Will Make:

The Office of Broadband uses strategies, planning, studies, and partnerships of various programs around the state and available within the Department of Commerce’s (COM) Division of Community Development (DCD) to energize economic growth and create jobs for families in Florida.

FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.

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. Tallahassee 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!

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.

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 clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

Salary : $49,585 - $52,860