GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000052
About The Position
The Government Operations Consultant III (GOC III) supports the implementation, administration, and oversight of Florida’s Economic Development Programs under the purview of the Department of Florida Commerce’s Division of Economic Development. This position provides program oversight and technical assistance to businesses, non-profits, communities and other participants in programs housed in the Bureau of Business Development. Programs include the Community Contribution Tax Credit, the Urban Jobs Tax Credit, the Rural Jobs Tax Credit and the Research and Development Tax Credit and others as needed. The position is responsible for program processes, including application reviews, eligibility determinations, and records management. 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.
Requirements
- Strong leader with solid business judgment
- Strong quantitative skills
- Team oriented individual
- Excellent analytical skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with others
- Ability to manage priorities and meet established deadlines
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to understand policies, procedures, and regulations
- Knowledge of contracts and agreements
- Skilled in financial, business and legal due diligence
- Data analysis skills
- 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 from an accredited college or two years of previous economic development or program management experience.
Responsibilities
- Participate in every phase of the economic development project process.
- Evaluate program applications to ensure statutory requirements and policy guidelines are met.
- Play a key role in connection with the approval of economic development projects.
- Coordinate the development of business analyses, reports and presentations to facilitate making important business decisions.
- Conduct and manage financial, business and legal due diligence (e.g. credit analysis, industry analysis and competitive position).
- Evaluate potential transactions and assist in the negotiation of such transactions.
- Prepare contracts and agreements as necessary.
- Analyze state and applicable federal legislation or regulations that may impact Florida’s economic development programs and prepare briefings, as necessary, for leadership.
- Work with the Bureau Chief to recommend policies and procedures for program administration to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Work cooperatively with partners and provide excellent customer service to applicants.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
