Requisition No: 853801
Agency: Commerce
Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 40000691
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 40000691
Salary: $51,320.27 - $55,000.00/Annually
Posting Closing Date: 06/06/2025
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Department of Commerce
107 East Madison Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399 - 2100
Open Competitive
Government Analyst II - Career Services (Grants Management)
Pay: $51,320.27 - $55,000.00/Annually
THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION.
THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK IN THE TALLAHASSEE OFFICE.
This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week.
Regular business hours of operation are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST, Monday - Friday.
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:
This position serves as the Government Analyst II, (Grant Manager) in the Bureau of Community Planning and Growth, within the Division of Community Development. This position involves advanced independent consultative and assistance work, performing the functions assigned to the Department and performing certain duties relating to the administrative operations of the Division.
The Difference You Will Make:
This position involves advanced independent consultative and assistance work, performing the functions assigned to the Department and performing certain duties relating to the administrative operations of the Division. The incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgment in identification and development of contract and grant management resources, tools, and process improvements and develop contract and grant administration goals and objectives, identifying resources, interpreting statutes and rules, and providing technical and administrative assistance.
DEO is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.
Pay: $51,320.27 - $55,000.00/Annually
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This position involves advanced independent consultative and assistance work, performing the functions assigned to the Department and performing certain duties relating to the administrative operations of the Division. The incumbent is expected to exercise independent judgment in identification and development of contract and grant management resources, tools, and process improvements and develop contract and grant administration goals and objectives, identifying resources, interpreting statutes and rules, and providing technical and administrative assistance.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
1. Coordinate activities relating to the administration of grants and contracts. Activities include developing contracts, monitoring contract deadlines and receipt of deliverables, reviewing quarterly reports and work products, providing technical assistance to contract recipients in completing contract tasks, and processing grant payments.
2. Responsible for drafting program materials including the program funding announcement, press release, award and no award letters, Technical Assistance guidelines, and the grant agreement template for each fiscal year.
3. Serve as the liaison with the Bureau’s Program area coordinating with Budget Management, Financial Management, Generals Services Procurement, Contracts and Grants, Office of General Council and other Divisions and Bureaus within the Agency. Meet with budget and financial management, and Division management staff related to program budget and spending plans.
4. Coordinate purchasing activities for the Division utilizing various methods of procurements to include Request for Proposals, Invitations to Bid, Invitations to Negotiate, requisitions in MyFlorida Marketplace and purchasing card. Responsible for purchasing card approvals in FLAIR and monthly reconciliation of purchasing card charges.
5. Responsible for updating Deputy Secretary, Assistance Deputy Secretary, Bureau Chief and Regional Planning Administrators on previous and current Technical Assistance Grants.
6. Responsible for identifying operational problems in the program area and suggest strategies as well as updating procedures to ensure compliance with state rules and regulations.
7. Division Property Custodian. Maintain complete property inventory; coordinate with Department Property Custodian in conducting semi-annual property inventory. Prepare property transfers, excess property forms, annual property sign-out forms, and all other necessary documents relating to property management.
8. Coordinate staff training and provide technical assistance to staff on policies and procedures related to purchasing, travel, grants management, personnel and the use of related data base programs.
9. Coordinate trainings and provide technical assistance to grant recipients regarding program updates and invoicing requirements.
10. Assists in preparation of the division’s Continuity of Operations Plan.
11. Assist the Department’s Emergency Coordinating Officer with planning and response activities for Emergency Support Function 18 (ESF-18, Business and Industry). Report to the State Emergency Operations Center during activations resulting from disasters impacting the State. Primary objectives are to work with private sector partners to assist businesses in impacted communities respond to and recover from disasters.
12. Perform other assignments as directed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Experience in the administration and monitoring of State grants and contracts.
• Knowledge of and experience in State purchasing procedures, including use of purchasing cards.
• Knowledge of Legislative Budget Request and Long Range Program Plan.
• Knowledge of State of Florida Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Ability to conduct research and provide reports and analyses as required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Skilled in the use of word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Skilled in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to coordinate and manage activities with other staff.
• Ability to conduct staff training.
• Ability to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility.
Preferred
• FCCM Certification
• Contract/Grants Administration ***Note: Preference will be given to candidates with 3 or more years of experience.***
• MFMP Experience
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 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 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!
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* State Group Insurance coverage options+
(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)
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* Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)
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* Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
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* Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
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* Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)
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* Flexible Spending Accounts
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* Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
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* Ongoing comprehensive training provided
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* Career Growth
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* Highly skilled, professional environment
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- 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 employee
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.
