GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 40000697

Requisition No: 861659 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 40000697

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40000697 

Salary:  AGENCY TO UPDATE 

Posting Closing Date: 09/28/2025 

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JOB TYPE:    FULL TIME / CS

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

GOVERNMENT ANALYST II

This position is an anticipated vacancy.

OPEN COMPETITIVE

www.floridajobs.org/

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Coordinate activities relating to the administration of loan programs. 
• Activities include developing program guidelines, contracts, monitoring contract deadlines and receipt of deliverables, preparing quarterly reports and collecting products, providing technical assistance to contract recipients in completing contract tasks and processing grant payments.
• Develop and process new Grant Agreements, Requests for Proposals, and Invitations to Negotiate associated with programs. 
• Process payment requests for agreements.
• Maintain good working relationships and keep in close coordination with program managers from partnering agencies.
• Track deliverables and budgets. 
• Manage agreement budgets and deliverable schedules including drafting and processing any amendments or extension requests needed. 
• Process invoices for all contracts and sub-contracts.
• Develop outreach and marketing plans for programs.
• Perform a study on methods and best practices to increase availability of and access to credit in Florida.
• Coordinate reviews and audits with the Florida Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability and the Florida Office of Economic and Demographic Research.
• Coordinate the development of business analyses, reports and presentations to facilitate making important business decisions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to attend to details and meet deadlines.
• Experience in managing state agreements and contracts and the state procurement process
• Experience in the administration and monitoring of State agreements and contracts
• Knowledge of and experience in State purchasing procedures
• Experience in the use of My Florida Marketplace
• Ability to conduct research and provide reports and analyses as required
• Ability to work independently and multi-task
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Able to demonstrate flexibility in response to change, and adapt to, and accommodate new methods and procedures.

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:

• Must complete the Florida Certified Contract Manager Training within 12 months of appointment.
• The selected candidate may be required to work weekends or after regular work hours at job fairs, or community meetings once or twice a month.
• The selected candidate may be able to work up to 25 percent of their schedule from home.
• Duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed at the official work site of the Department.
• Travel may be required to travel.

Preferred:

A bachelor’s degree or 2 years of experience with loan management or 1 year of experience in the banking industry.

Experience working in a state agency also preferred.

Pay:

$55,000 – $65,000.00 Annually                    

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 role of the Government Analyst II will perform contract and grant management for assigned contracts including, but not limited to Chapter 288, Florida Statutes.

The Difference You Will Make:

Your role will help small business owners all throughout Florida and connect them with the proper resources. Small businesses are an integral part of Florida’s culture, history, and economy, and you will be the go-to point of contact to ensure their success.

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.  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:

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.

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.