GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40000050

Government Operations Consultant II - 40000050

Salary: $45,000 - $55,000 Annually, based on experience

Position Location: Tallahassee, FL (relocation benefits are not available for this position)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Serve as point of contact for assigned OSBI programs, ensuring timely communication, coordination, and issue resolution.
• Support SSBCI program activities through data collection, reporting, stakeholder coordination, and administrative tasks.
• Assist with development and refinement of program procedures, guidelines, and documentation.
• Track program deadlines, deliverables, and performance metrics across multiple initiatives.
• Provide technical assistance to program partners, community organizations, and business stakeholders.
• Support OSBI outreach, innovation workshops, and small-business engagement activities.
• Assist with preparation of reports, analyses, briefings, and program summaries for leadership.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings and maintain positive working relationships with agency partners.
• Conduct research to support program improvement, policy development, and small-business innovation strategies.

Basic Skills:

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and deadline management.
• Knowledge of state agreements, contracts, and procurement processes.
• Ability to produce clear reports, analyses, and recommendations.
• Ability to lead work efforts, work independently, and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong public speaking skills, including presenting to groups and engaging stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of small business programs, technical assistance resources, and state government operations.
• Knowledge of reporting, tracking, and compliance requirements for state-supported initiatives.
• Knowledge of program coordination, stakeholder engagement, and basic contract procedures.
• Skill in coordinating multiple programs simultaneously.
• Skill in gathering, organizing, and interpreting program data.
• Skill in preparing clear reports, summaries, and recommendations.
• Skill in communicating with stakeholders and supporting small business outreach activities.
• Ability to manage priorities, deadlines, and program deliverables across several initiatives.
• Ability to analyze information and support informed decision making.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, partners, and public audiences.
• Ability to adapt to new procedures, program changes, and evolving requirements.

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.

Minimum: Duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed at the official work site of the Department. Travel may be required.

Preferred: Experience coordinating or managing multiple government programs/programs. Experience preparing reports, analyses, or presentations for leadership or public audiences. Knowledge of state agreements, procurement processes, and basic contract administration. Proficiency with Salesforce and MS Excel.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or the Florida Relay Service 711.)

The Work You Will Do:

Government Operations Consultant II serves as the primary point of contact for several programs within the Office of Small Business Innovation (OSBI) and provides ongoing support for the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). This position ensures effective coordination, communication, and delivery of program activities and contributes to OSBI's broader mission to strengthen Florida's small-business ecosystem.

The Difference You Will Make:

FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must. You will be part of a dedicated and dynamic economic development team and will play a vital role in providing guidance to businesses and communities.

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 located 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 an experience vibrant with 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.
• 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.
• 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
• 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

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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.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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