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Requisition No: 870262 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: 870262-GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40044092

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40044092 

Salary:  $45,000 - $55,500 

Posting Closing Date: 06/04/2026 

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JOB TYPE:    FULL TIME / CS
POSITION LOCATION:      Tallahassee, FL. (relocation benefits are not available for this position) 

Government Operations Consultant II
OPEN COMPETITIVE

www.floridajobs.org/

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Conducts comprehensive remote and on-site monitoring reviews of statewide workforce programs to determine compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and state guidance.
• Investigates, assesses, and analyzes program records and files, identifies potential problem areas, evaluates the impact on program operations, and makes recommendations to resolve issues and problems observed.  Consults with staff members to develop solutions for programmatic and operational problems.
• Prepares written monitoring reports including any findings or issues resulting from the monitoring reviews.
• Provides direction, guidance and technical assistance for specific workforce programs which includes the development of appropriate training and providing the training and technical assistance as needed.
• Reviews policies, procedures, guidelines and state and local plans and evaluates the impact on operations and recommends appropriate action.  Writes policy and plans as necessary.
• Serves in a review lead capacity, as assigned, and schedules logistical and other details of the review with local board staff and team members.  Follows up on concerns and develops and updates quality assurance tools as needed. 
• Provides direction and counsel to administrator and staff in the management and operation of service programs and responsibilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis. 
• Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials. 
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques. 
• Must have extensive writing ability.
• Must have ability to perform extensive research.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret complex state and federal laws, regulations, guidelines and requirements.
• Working knowledge using Microsoft Office applications, incl. Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

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 is required at least once monthly.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or professional related work experience relevant to this position may substitute on a year for year basis for the college education.
• At least two years of experience researching federal and state laws, regulations and other governing authorities for a state or federally funded program.
• At least two years of experience working in a professional capacity with workforce development programs.
• Professional monitoring and writing experience.

Pay: 

The hiring pay range for this position is $45,000 - $55,500.  Pay outside of this range may also be considered based on related monitoring experience.  

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 II is a member of the Programmatic Monitoring Unit within the Division of Workforce Services, Bureau of One-Stop and Program Support. This position conducts professional work related to monitoring the state’s 21 local workforce boards to ensure compliance with governing federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and other authoritative guidance. 

We are seeking a candidate who has excellent monitoring, investigative, writing, analytical, data collection, problem solving, and customer service skills who works well independently as well as part of a team. Additionally, we are seeking a candidate who is skilled in researching and organizing data into a logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.  The incumbent in this position is expected to function with a great deal of independence and is able to professionally speak and correspond with members of management and local workforce development board staff.

The Difference You Will Make:

Systematic, on-going monitoring and oversight plays a critical role in meeting FloridaCommerce’s vision by ensuring a return on investment, system and program accountability, and continuous improvement through monitoring of the state’s workforce programs. You will play a critical role in ensuring program outcomes and standards meet the objectives of federal and state law while improving on the way we do business. You will also assist in helping Floridians obtain needed resources to become self-sufficient in an effective and efficient manner by ensuring local board processes and procedures comport with applicable federal and state law.

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. Training courses are made available throughout the year 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 will:

• Further Florida’s economic vision by providing support that enhances the economy and develops, safe, and healthy communities.
• Meet customer/client expectations with an emphasis on responsiveness, quality, quantity, and timeliness of work.
• Provide information clearly, accurately, and succinctly; and exhibits good listening skills.
• Work collaboratively to optimize the effectiveness of FloridaCommerce’s available resources and tools.
• Use 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 (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.

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.