State of Florida hiring 826751-GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III- 40000209 in Tallahassee, FL | LinkedIn (2024)

Requisition No: 826751

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: 826751-GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III- 40000209

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40000209

Salary: $48,140.46 annually

Posting Closing Date: 04/26/2024

Total Compensation Estimator Tool Our Organization And MissionFloridaCommerce 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 DoThe Government Operations Consultant III position is located in the Office of Long-Term Resiliency. This position works as a Housing Specialist within the Division of Community Development, Office of Long-Term Resiliency (OLTR) Rebuild Florida Housing Repair and Replacement Program. The position provides assistance under Rebuild Florida’s Housing Repair and Replacement Program (HRRP) for Low to Moderate Income (LMI) applicants related to the Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program.

The Difference You Will MakeYou will be helping Florida Commerce support Florida communities through the contract oversight of the Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery programs.

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

How You Will GrowFloridaCommerce 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 WorkTallahassee 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 annually Your Specific Responsibilities

• All tasks as required in work areas which oversee HRRP eligibility reviews, award determinations, temporary housing oversight, construction management, contractor invoicing, and closeout activities.
• Researches and analyzes documents and policies to be better informed on program decision making.
• Provides support for bureau initiatives as needed in partnership with leadership.
• Coordinates and manages activities with internal and external partners.
• Coordinates with program vendors in efforts to establish eligibility at state identified lodgings for LMI applicants.
• Maintains good working relationships and keeps in close coordination with vendors to track projects until completed status is reached.
• Prepares reports and analyses and makes recommendations to team to determine program action.
• Maintains essential program-related documents to provide State and Federal audit support.
• Assists team on special projects as needed.

Required Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience in developing, administering, and monitoring State and or Federal grants and contracts.
• Knowledge and experience in administering Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) preferred, but not required.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and ability to operate computer software with a high level of efficiency.
• Ability to coordinate and manage housing program activities with other partners.
• Ability to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment while representing the Housing Program’s best interest.
• Ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, customer service, or ethics.
• Ability to conduct research and provide reports and analyses as required.
• Ability to interpret statutes, administrative rules, and federal regulations.
• Ability to work during agency operating hours which are observed as Monday to Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM.

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