879271 - GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40034035 1

State of Florida•TALLAHASSEE, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a professional position performing highly responsible technical, consultative, and administrative work. The incumbent in this position is expected to function with a great deal of independence and a high quality of organizational skills. The position holds several major areas of responsibility. The Government Operations Consultant II is a member of the Bureau of One Stop and Program Support, Grants and Special Initiatives team of the Division of Workforce Services. This is a professional position performing highly responsible technical, consultative, and administrative work, administering and supporting special Federal and State-funded workforce projects. The incumbent in this position is expected to function with a great deal of independence and a high quality of organizational skills. The position holds several major areas of responsibility. You will engage workforce partners in program development and grant management functions. Your knowledge and skills will be utilized to help facilitate a smooth process for applying for grants, reporting on grants, and standing up grants, thus assisting Florida employers meet their talent needs and job seekers obtain self-sufficient employment. FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.

Requirements

Ability to work independently.
Knowledge of the methods data collection and analysis, including statistical analysis.
Knowledge of basic management principles and practices.
Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.
Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
Ability to interpret complex state and federal laws, regulations, guidelines and requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships.
Proficiency of Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Ability to make oral presentations to workforce partners.
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.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree (or higher) or two years of equivalent relevant work experience.
Experience researching federal or state law, regulations, or other governing authorities to update policies, procedures, or guidelines.
Experience analyzing data to complete reports of program activities.
Experience developing and implementing workforce development programs.
Experience developing and/or implementing grants.

Responsibilities

Provides direction, guidance and technical assistance to Florida Local Workforce Development Boards and other partners regarding the successful implementation of special projects funded by the Department. Assists with the development of appropriate training materials and conducts and/or leads the training as needed.
Conducts research of federal and state laws, statutes, regulations, and other governing authorities to develop, review and update programmatic policies, procedures and guidelines related to assigned projects. Evaluates the impact of statutes, regulations, and governing authorities on operations, identifies potential challenges, and recommends appropriate action.
Assists with coordinating required activities for assigned projects to include researching and analyzing data to complete quarterly and other reporting requirements.
Provides assistance to management and staff in the development, management and operation of assigned workforce programs. Consults with management and others on the development and implementation of training and technical assistance to improve related workforce program outcomes.
Writes, develops, and manages grant awards, contracts, memoranda of understanding and interagency agreements for assigned projects.
Serves on workgroups related to assigned projects.
Assists with special projects and initiatives within the unit, as assigned.
Assists in initiatives and activities related to special populations.

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