DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE III - 40000230

Requisition No: 872405 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE III - 40000230

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40000230 

Salary:  $50,600-53,000, based on experience 

Posting Closing Date: 04/03/2026 

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JOB TYPE:    FULL TIME / CS

POSITION LOCATION:      Orlando, FL (relocation benefits are not available for this position) 

Development Representative III

OPEN COMPETITIVE

www.floridajobs.org/

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for coordinating economic development project activities and managing communication and processes as part of the business development team. This role supports the implementation of Florida’s Economic Development Programs under the purview of the Florida Department of Commerce Division of Economic Development.

Duties and responsibilities will include the following:

• Coordinate project activities with business development managers, including updating CRM and organizing incentive applications.
• Support Recruitment outreach, including international and domestic recruiting and marketing trips, trade shows, and consultant events, including business and consultant appointment and event scheduling, assisting in identification of meeting targets, and communication outreach via phone, email, mailings, web, while managing budget expectations.
• Support project managers to respond to information requests, including Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and prepare formal presentations for business prospects in partnership with economic development organizations and partners.
• Review, evaluate, investigate, and make recommendations on incentive applications for state incentive programs to support job creation and retention.
• Communicate, address questions and resolve issues regarding incentives procedures, policies, and decisions to businesses, partners, and consultants.
• Market Florida’s industry-specific assets to prospective businesses.
• Provides input into prospect development activities.
• Demonstrates business acumen by understanding how businesses work – how organizations develop strategy, utilize technology, serve clients, succeed against competition.
• Research business climate issues and conduct analysis for project proposals affecting the targeted industries.
• Collaborate with consultant/company during and after the incentives approval process, including compliance timelines, incentive payout schedules, workforce and repeat business
• Develop and maintain relevant relationships with local and regional economic development agencies, workforce and labor, stakeholders and other key government agencies.
• Act as a liaison for current and prospective businesses, provide assistance with understanding State economic development rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintain and develop data on sector specific businesses, growth, and opportunities, while directing long and short-term planning and other studies and reports. Summarize and survey relevant literature and provide critical commentary.
• Analyze economic information such as reviewing financial statements, marketing studies, economic studies, plans and specifications.
• Exercise independent judgment within general policy guidelines
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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

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:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or two years previous economic development experience

Pay:

 $50,600-53,000                   

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 Development Representative III serves as a Junior Project Manager and is responsible for coordinating project activities and managing communication and processes as part of the business development team. This role supports the implementation of Florida’s Economic Development Programs under the purview of the Florida Department of Commerce Division of Economic Development. This role is responsible for establishing meaningful business relationships with internal and external clients and stakeholders throughout Florida.  

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 helping businesses locate, expand, or start a new venture in Florida.

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:    

Orlando is a magical city that is known for its warm weather and hospitality. With the moniker “The City Beautiful” there’s an incredible mix of fun things to do in Orlando that make it an ideal place to work, play and live. Orlando is also one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in state with major job industries in hospitality, health care and technology. From major sporting events to its cultural arts and theater performances, Orlando has something for everyone. 

Orlando is:

• Home to major higher learning institutions such as: University of Central Florida (UCF), Valencia Community College (VCC), Rollins College, and Full Sail University
• Approximately 90 minutes from many amazing beaches
• 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.

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.