GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40047161

　　Date: Jan 23, 2024

　　Location:

　　TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399

　　The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce_operations/human_resource_management/for_job_applicants/e_verify) .

　　Requisition No: 821276

　　Agency: Commerce

　　Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40047161

　　Pay Plan: Career Service

　　Position Number: 40047161

　　Salary: $48,000-58,000

　　Posting Closing Date: 02/06/2024

　　Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/)

　　Open Competitive

　　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 Government Operations Consultant III in the Bureau of Compliance & Accountability will serve as the liaison to the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund Program Administrator and other program managers.

　　The Difference You Will Make:

　　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. 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: $48,000-58,000 Annually

　　Your Specific Responsibilities:

　　Duties and responsibilities will include the following:

　　Responsible for developing and reviewing contracts, weekly communications, invoice verification and submission of payment request ensuring contractual and agreement terms, conditions, and expenditures are compliant with contract and agreement requirements and procedures specified in the Department of Financial Services and processing times specified in Florida Statutes, quarterly report and return on investment submission.

　　Review, monitor, and audit payment request invoices and compliance reports, related to the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to ensure they are complete and accurate and meet statutory requirements and policy guidelines.

　　Submit claims recommendations to the Contracts and Grants Manager of compliance for the Deputy Secretary’s decision.

　　Ensure compliance is maintained with applicable federal and state law rules and procedures.

　　Oversee claim data administration in agreement database, to include review and processing of key project contract information.

　　Draft letters, reminders, and other required documents for project compliance processes.

　　Provide assistance to incentive applicants and awardees, project administrators, and others involved in the incentives process.

　　Analyze state and applicable federal legislation or regulations that may impact Florida’s incentive programs.

　　Prepare briefings, as necessary, for Department executives and Deputy Secretary.

　　Assist with communications flow between contract managers and grantees.

　　Illustrate compliance procedures to grantee at time of contract execution.

　　Perform financial reconciliation against payments made to validate the accuracy against contract/agreement requirements and adjusts and changes, as necessary, to resolve any issues.

　　Responsible for maintaining agreement rules and records and prepares reports regarding the statutes of the awarded grants.

　　Prepare reports on the incentive programs for the Governor, the Legislature, auditors, the press, and the general public, as requested.

　　Under the supervision of the Bureau Chief for Compliance, assist with the preparation of materials for public information requests, Commerce’s legal counsel, and the Governor’s legal office.

　　Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

　　Knowledge of the concepts, practices, and procedures for strategic business development.

　　Proficiency in utilization of computer using Word®, Excel®, PowerPoint®.

　　Ability to produce professional level written work products.

　　Ability to perform computer-based research activities.

　　Proficiency with oral and written communication skills.

　　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.

　　Preferred :

　　Currently a Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM), held a FCCM certificate within the last five years or the ability to obtain within the first six months of employment. 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