848901-CHIEF OF RA OPERATIONS - 40034112
Requisition No: 848901
Agency: Commerce
Working Title: 848901-CHIEF OF RA OPERATIONS - 40034112
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 40034112
Salary: $100,000 - $110,000
Posting Closing Date: 03/20/2025
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JOB TYPE: FULL TIME / SES
POSITION LOCATION: Tallahassee, FL (relocation benefits are not available for this position)
Chief of RA Operations-SES
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This position reports to the Deputy Director for Reemployment Assistance Services. The incumbent in this position uses analytical skills and independent judgment to perform complex planning, research, consultative and administrative work.
At the direction of leadership, this position performs functions to identify, analyze, and resolve policy and operational issues, and establish national best practices within the Reemployment Assistance (RA) Program to ensure coordination and efficiency between administrative, program and operational aspects of service delivery.
Responsible for the coordination, tracking and management of special projects: Assess program operations and service delivery to identify issues/opportunities and recommends resolutions, resources and actions; thorough consultation with appropriate staff to develop recommendations regarding the resolution of identified program concerns and opportunities. Prepares interim management reports on the accomplishments, modification of planned activities and outstanding issues related to special projects. At the direction of leadership, creates presentations and presents on special projects, initiatives and process improvements to highlight successes of the RA Program to achieve national prominence.
Achieve operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; creating process mapping and documentation; assisting with the procurement process; implementing production, quality, and customer-service standards; identifying trends; determining system improvements; and implementing change.
Lead long-range strategic planning efforts to anticipate innovative organizational change necessary to help ensure institutional effectiveness and maintain agility during a time of rapid growth and change. Assist the management team in the development and implementation of the RA Program’s operational long and short-term goals; and assist with developing policy recommendations based on national best practices.
Reviews and analyzes proposed legislation and administrative rules that affects the RA Program. Formulates internal policies, legislative policy proposals, federal waivers, process enhancements and procedures that will have a significant impact on the RA Program. Identifies and provides recommendations for leveraging opportunities that enhance the RA program, such as grants and consortiums.
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:
- Experience in organizational management and achieving program efficiencies.
- Experience working with external partners, building collaborative partnerships and public speaking.
- A college degree from an accredited college or university; Professional or non-professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the preferred college degree.
Pay: $100,000 - $110,000
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.
Let our mission become yours. To find out more about us, click on the link: http://www.floridajobs.org/
The Work You Will Do:
This is high-level managerial work in which the incumbent of this position directs several sections within the Reemployment Assistance (RA) program of the Department of Florida Commerce. This position requires the incumbent to exercise independent judgment in formulating or assisting in the formulation of policies and procedures that have significant impact in all aspects of the Reemployment Assistance program.
The Difference You Will Make:
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:
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.
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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.
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee